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Natural family photography, without the pressure.

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Family photographer

Family photography should feel relaxed, enjoyable, and natural, especially when young children are involved.

Family portrait sessions at Hibbard Photography are designed to create a calm and welcoming experience for families in Harlow and across Essex who want beautiful photographs without the stress often associated with traditional photo sessions.

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Family Photography

Photography services in Harlow Essex and more

Rather than focusing on stiff poses, the goal is to capture genuine connection, laughter, and the small everyday interactions that make your family unique. Children are free to move, play, and be themselves while gentle guidance is given when needed.

Parents often arrive feeling unsure about how their children will behave during the session. The relaxed studio environment quickly helps everyone settle, and it is very common to hear parents say afterwards that the experience was much easier and more enjoyable than they expected.

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What’s included

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What you receive

  • A relaxed studio or outdoor session

  • A guaranteed minimum number of edited images

  • All additional images captured included at no extra cost

  • A calm, welcoming studio environment

How it works

Book your session, arrive at the studio, relax and enjoy the experience. I guide gently where needed and take care of everything else.

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Investment

Clear, upfront pricing with no hidden costs. All digital images are included so you can enjoy the full gallery without pressure.
Up to 1 hour in the Hibbard Photography studio in Harlow.

  • Family Session Weekday: £350

  • Family Session Weekend: £400
    Up to 1 hour in studio.

  • • All fully edited digital images

    • Guaranteed minimum of 20 images

    • Siblings included

    • Outfit changes welcome

    • Relaxed child led session

    Extended family members can be included for an additional fee.

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  • “Louise was amazing with our little one. She was patient, supportive, and made the whole experience feel easy. We will definitely be coming back.”

    — Alishia Rose Dann Family Photography Session

  • “Louise was incredibly kind and patient with my children. The studio felt welcoming and relaxed and the photos are absolutely stunning.”

    Hollie Rudd, Family Photography Session

  • “Louise was so patient with my children and made us all feel very relaxed. The pictures turned out better than we could ever imagine.”

    Sinead Juhas, Family Photography Session

  • “Louise somehow managed to get both my children looking the same way and smiling at the same time. We will treasure these photos forever.”

    — Samantha Herod, Family Photography Session

Natural family photography, without the pressure.

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