Family Photography in Edinburgh

When is the last time you gathered your family together for a memory-making portrait photoshoot?

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Relaxed studio and outdoor family photography. Photoshoots around Edinburgh and Lothians.

Edinburgh family photographer with over 15 years of experience photographing families, newborns, babies and pets, so you are in safe hands.

Capturing your family in photographs is always on the to-do list, but there’s just never enough time, is there?

Yet you’d love to have photographs that document your family as they really are. So, let me help you!

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Meet Your Family photographer

I’m a family photographer in Edinburgh and dad of three myself and let me tell you – it has been a mad journey. Definitely lost and am still losing hair and gaining more wrinkles on my face. Saying that, I love every day I can play and have fun with my kids, rolling around with them and playing “monster” games.

It is scary how fast they grow, and while I’m here I want to document family lives as they are, for you and your kids to remember.

You are looking for photography stories which reflect the real you and your relationship with your kids. I have done family photoshoots in Edinburgh since 2010 and have seen everything. Tantrums, super shy and super hyper. Bring it on – all your energy and we will have some fun.

relaxed family portraits in Edinburgh and Midlothian

Outdoors Family Photography

‘Day in Life’ and ‘Slice in Life’ family portrait photography photo sessions.

‘Day in Life’ and ‘Slice in Life’ both are candid unposed photojournalism family portrait sessions. I can be with you for only a few hours which would be just a Slice, or it can be a whole day from the moment you wake up till you go to sleep. In that case, it would be a Day in Life photoshoot.

I document all little moments. Moments which mums and dads do every day. Real-life stuff you know. We always have these memories in our heads, but never really in portraits. Personally, I love documenting my kids in this way and I’m sure you will love these too.

I’ve also created a little guide to help you prepare for a family photoshoot on the beach. I photograph families on the beach often, and it’s one of my favourite locations. It offers the perfect backdrop for beautiful portraits, full of natural light and space to move around.

Beach sessions are not only visually stunning, but they’re also full of fun. The relaxed setting helps everyone loosen up, which leads to genuine smiles, natural expressions, and lovely moments of connection between family members.

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“We wanted to capture our daughter’s energy and personality and the three of us interacting as a family, so more fly on the wall rather than a typical family photo shoot. Armands brought so much energy that our daughter was buzzing, smiling ear to ear in every photo and really engaging with him and the camera. We can’t recommend Armands highly enough, if you’re looking for someone you can trust to really care and go the extra mile, capture your family’s personality and really engage, please don’t look any further.”

Lisa, Edinburgh

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Classic Studio Portraits

You have also my studio at your disposal. Studio family portrait sessions will concentrate on getting those key shots you are after. We can create nice traditional portraits or try to document those few wild moments as they unfold. When Amy asked to have a studio family session, she wasn’t really sure how this would all turn out. Here is what she had to say:

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“What a great experience – highly recommended. We arrived at Armands’ studio. Our 1 year old and 4 year old don’t sit still much. We were given a warm welcome and Armands took time to chat with the kids and gain their trust. They took a shine to him straight away. The photo session was hugely enjoyable for all – full of laughter.”

Amy, Edinburgh

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Family Photo Session Prices

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£299 KEEPSAKE COLLECTION

45 MIN STUDIO PORTRAIT SESSION
5 DIGITAL PORTRAITS
£200 CREDIT TOWARDS UPGRADES

£399 LUX COLLECTION

UP TO 2 HOUR STUDIO OR LOCATION PORTRAIT SESSION
5 DIGITAL PORTRAITS
£200 CREDIT TOWARDS UPGRADES
PETS CAN BE INCLUDED

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FULL DIGITAL GALLERY £450
SINGLE WALL PORTRAITS FROM £500
ALBUMS FROM £600

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Family Photoshoot: What to expect

Can I Bring Pets to the Children and Family Shoot?

You may want to celebrate your pets in your pictures – it’s a children and family photography session after all, and they are part of the family! They’re more than welcome to come along and join in the fun.

How Long Will Family Photo Session Last?

Children and family sessions usually take two hours. Depends on where we doing the session. Day in Life sessions — as title suggests, takes a full day from around 7am till around 7pm. Slice in life is around 4 hours.

Family Portrait Outfit Ideas — What to Wear.

When deciding what outfits to wear for family or children portraits the main thing is to be comfortable and aware of coordination – consider how you will look individually and as a group. Avoid clothing with words, logos or bold patterns. A good approach is to pick a colour scheme, and have all the members of the family in complementary – though not matching – outfits.

Black-on-black always looks classic and for portraits is timeless.

Meanwhile black and white photography is becoming increasingly popular. On my blog, I share a few suggestions for what to wear for children and family photography sessions. Read the post here.

Your baby’s safety is paramound

The safety of your baby is my first priority. While you’re in my studio, I am committed to caring for your baby as though they were my own.

I have been fully trained in newborn safety. I appreciate how delicate they are and how important it is to support their tiny bodies and to keep them warm and comfortable.

I also work with an assistant who helps me during all my newborn photoshoots. Between us, we are able to ensure that your baby is always being held or supported and is completely safe during your photoshoot

Can we bring family members for the newborn photo session?

Absolutely. I would even encourage you to do it as these would be amazing first portraits with not only parents but grandparents too. I have made a blog post specifically talking about newborn family photos here.

Would like some gorgeous sibling and newborn photos? Check out possibilities with newborn and siblings here.

Including pets into newborn photos

It has become increasingly popular to include pets into newborn photos. I absolutely love doing this. As a result, I made a blog post which talks about things you should consider before bringing your pet to the studio.

What if my baby stays awake and doesn’t want to cooperate?

During my over 10 years of experience with newborn babies, I have learned loads of tricks and ways to settle and photograph awake newborns as well. Parents always are a bit worried about how the session will go. I have made a little guide to show possibilities with awake newborn babies. Don’t worry, there is still plenty we can do here.

Family Photography in Edinburgh

Family Photoshoot experience with A-Fotografy

Relaxed studio and outdoor family photography. Photoshoots around Edinburgh and Lothians.

Meet Your Family photographer

Outdoors Family Photography

‘Day in Life’ and ‘Slice in Life’ family portrait photography photo sessions.

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Classic Studio Portraits

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Let’s chat. Schedule your free consultation.

Contact Family Photography Studio

Family Photo Session Prices

£299 KEEPSAKE COLLECTION

£399 LUX COLLECTION

UPGRADES

Family Photoshoot: What to expect

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