Like most creatures we are at our best and most natural in our own environment! I am a location photographer and also a natural light photographer. You may want your session in the home, a favourite beach or park. This can be organised when you book.

Sessions will usually take place in the early morning or early evening as this is when the light is most suitable. Northern Ireland is very much a ‘weather permitting’ part of the world so don’t be surprised if we have to reschedule! Also I am flexible when it comes to scheduling children’s shoots as being a mum to two kids under four, I understand things are not always easy to plan for and stuff just happens.

Just be you…
Every child is unique and I will spend some time getting to know your child and trying to bring out their personality so it shows in the photographs. Also I want them to feel as relaxed as possible with me. It is difficult to totally organise a shoot and I like to let to let things happen naturally with kids. Your child is encouraged to bring along favourite toys and items that they enjoy. All these things will help them act as natural as possible. I want your kids to enjoy this shoot – play, read, draw, dance and generally do whatever lights up their little faces. Most of all I want to capture their own little quirky sides and special individual personality.

For newborns it is even more important that the child is well rested and has a full tummy. It is best to photograph newborns in the first two weeks of life as they have that lovely womb curl shape and are ‘usually’ sleepier and more easily manouervered. So if you are planning a newborn session it is best to book during your pregnancy.

Contact Paula to find out more about portrait sessions.