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Partington Family | Together

November 4, 2015 · 13 Comments

Oh, my gosh how time flies! It really doesn’t feel like three years since Ling & David’s wedding at Hampton Court House, and yet, since then they’ve managed to live in Amsterdam for a few years before moving back to London with little Mia who’s now two years old. Crazy!

It was so lovely getting to hang out with Ling, David and little Mia at their new home in Richmond, and see how they have settled into this new phase in their life. It’s hard not to feel motherly toward all my clients! We also nipped into close-by Richmond Park for a few shots among the beautiful autumn colours. Getting to see where the journey takes my wedding clients is the absolute best part about family sessions!

Chan Family | Together

September 17, 2015 · 3 Comments

It seems like only yesterday when we enjoyed the gloriously sunny streets of London with Kimmy & Tze for their engagement shoot, but it’s funny how time works, as enough of it has passed for little Jasper to have come along! It was so lovely to meet up again for a Family Together Session in London in order to make some new memories. I just love seeing how life evolves for my clients, plus, meeting Jasper (of the amazing hair) was such a treat!

London Family Together photography by Marianne Taylor

Yip Family | Together

August 21, 2015 · 1 Comment

Ah, London in the summer! One of my favourite things about London as a city has always been the fact that there is so much greenery everywhere, and for this Family Together Session with Caitlin, Ee Yung and little Marcus we certainly made the most of the green spaces South London has to offer. I had such a lovely time with the Yip family, as they were saying farewell to this area of London before moving to a new house on the other side of town. Also, who could resist that adorable giggle?

London Family Together photography by Marianne Taylor

The Magic of Cornwall: family fun in the sun

June 22, 2015 · 1 Comment

Plan a family photography session in Cornwall. Click through for tips for places to stay and see!

Unfortunately a family photo shoot is too often a stressful dreaded date on the annual calendar, involving uncomfortable Sunday best clothes and awkward poses. But it doesn’t have to be! I’ve rather fallen in love with relaxed Family Together Sessions, and can’t wait to start doing more down in Cornwall. Wouldn’t you rather capture moments together while on a family weekend away to one of the most beautiful places the UK has to offer? Let me do your family shoot in a relaxed and fun atmosphere, and let’s make natural happy family memories to treasure together.

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Cornwall photography by Marianne Taylor.

Things to Do

There’s so much to do for each member of the family. North Cornwall offers some brilliant family days out, including kite-surfing, cycling, rock pools and bird parks – read this article for some great ideas for the active family. Don’t forget Newquay if you are looking for a surfing weekend, and lots to do in a trendy yet family friendly destination.

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Some images from a Family Together Session in Rock with The Millard Family.

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Places to Stay

Here are some family friendly accommodation recommendations.

Sands Resort
A family run resort offering 2 roomed family accommodation, excellent facilities and complimentary family activities.

Beach Retreats
Self-catering accommodation on the Cornish coast offering a choice in size and price to suit your requirements. Pets are also accommodated and as a bonus, you can pre-order groceries which will be ready for you when you arrive.

Watergate Bay Hotel
On a spectacular beach in North Cornwall, this hotel offers a beach holiday complete with the ability to get active in the swim club or learn a new sport with the extreme academy offering lessons in surfing, kitesurfing, waveski, stand-up paddlesurf and handplaning.

Headland Hotel
An iconic family owned hotel and cottages in Newquay, offering a host of specials throughout the year to accommodate families – well worth checking out.

The Park at Mawgan Porth
Whatever your style of family holiday from camping to cottages to luxury summerhouses – you can find it all here. Close to one of the best beaches, with plenty of things to do, this is a great option for families and friends to get away together.

Perran Springs
Keen on camping, caravanning and getting back to nature for your holiday? Then this holiday park is just right for you. With different fishing options and nature trails, there is so much on offer here. For more holiday park options have a read here.

Cornwall photography by Marianne Taylor.

The iconic Headland Hotel in Newquay.

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Cornwall photography by Marianne Taylor.

A Cornish sunset is the perfect way to end a day on the beach.

If you fancy combining a family holiday with a Family Together session, get in touch with me here and let’s talk!

Coulston Family | Together

April 16, 2015 · 3 Comments

It seems like forever ago when I first met Jing and Roger for a Together Session in honour of their first wedding anniversary! How time flies! Jing and Roger are now proud parents to adorable Alexandra, so they wanted to get together again, this time for a Family Together Session. I so enjoyed spending time with these three among the spring blossom of London.

London Family Together photography by Marianne Taylor

Spring Family Together session with blossom

April 7, 2015 · 1 Comment

I was over the moon to finally find some proper blossoms for this Family Together Session. It was so good to see Hannah and Brendan again, and to meet the adorable little Miles. The wind might have been a little bit brisk, but we still had a lovely time with lots of giggles. The thing I enjoy most about family shoots is that I get to see my old clients again, and see where life has lead them. It really is the best.

Family Beloved Together Photography in Bushy Park London by Marianne Taylor.

Preston Family | Together

March 25, 2015 · 1 Comment

I first met Rachael and Dan four years ago at their London engagement session. I can’t quite believe how the years have flown by! It was such a pleasure to get together again, this time for a Family Together Session in Bushy Park, with the addition of the adorable Noah. We tried not to let the freezing drizzle which we call spring bother us, and had a lovely time in the end, albeit some red noses!

London Family Together photography by Marianne Taylor

Hung Family | Together

January 15, 2015 · 6 Comments

Here we finally go, the first Family Together Session of 2015! I can’t believe how long it’s been since I shot Erin & Ben’s engagement session back in 2009! It seems like only yesterday, and yet sooo much has happened. Not only have they built the successful stationery company Berinmade together since then, they are also proud parents of adorable little Phoebe! It was a real privilege to get to photograph their little family at home, and even though the day was one of the coldest this winter, we did manage to persuade Phoebe to go for a little stroll outside, too. Just how cute does she look in her little skirt and puffa jacket!

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Field Family | Together

November 13, 2014 · 6 Comments

From the moment I met Lisa & Alex, through their Beloved Session to their amazing wedding day, I just fell more and more in love with these guys (and their families!). So coming together to do a Family Together Session with them and their little Albie, who just turned one, felt really special indeed. We had a lovely afternoon in a London park playing with colourful autumn leaves and chasing elusive rays of sunshine. Lisa & Alex have been together since they were teenagers, and it’s so amazing to get to see how they are now embracing parenthood and fully enjoying this new chapter in their life.

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Flo, Chris & Chloe | Together

September 2, 2014 · 3 Comments

I figured I better blog this Family Together Session before this beautiful day we spent in Cornwall with Flo, Chris, Wowzer and baby Chloe will start to feel as sweet a memory as their wedding day three (!) years ago. A lot has happened since their wedding, though, not only has their family grown with the addition of gorgeous Chloe, but they also did what I always dream of doing, they took the plunge and moved to Cornwall (with their families in tow!), and built up not only one but two successful businesses along the way. I couldn’t be more proud or happy for the life they’ve built for themselves in the most beautiful place on earth!

Campbell Family | Together

August 18, 2014 · 2 Comments

It’s always fascinating to me how little connections are made in ways you couldn’t predict. Alix & Matt got married at Aynhoe Park back in 2012, and a year or so later they just happened to attend the same antenatal class as Marie & Darren, and became fast friends. When Marie & Darren were looking for a photographer to capture some family photos of them with Wesley, they remembered seeing and loving Alix & Matt’s wedding photos and so got in touch with me. It’s a small world, huh?

I’m glad they did, and that we got to spend a lovely London spring afternoon together making memories. I think you’ll agree that Wesley is the cutest giggler!

Francis Family | Together

August 14, 2014 · Leave a Comment

Abigail & Simon got married back in 2011, in a ceremony which included the baptism of their son Charlie. Their family now has a new addition, the adorable Rosie. Abi and Simon were the first ones who (with their unwavering persistence, really!) managed to twist my arm and got me considering doing Family Together Sessions again. And it’s a good thing they did, as we had the loveliest afternoon in Bushy Park with lots of squeezes for both Charlie and Rosie!

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The Battistuzzi Family | Together

August 5, 2014 · 2 Comments

A few weeks back I told you about the (re)introduction of Family Together sessions, and promised to blog some of the sessions I’ve shot so far. So, here we finally go! Lia & Rob were getting ready to return to New York after two years in London, and they wanted to capture images of little Siena’s first home so they could take with them some memories of their time in the UK. It was such a joy to photograph these three in and around their gorgeous London home. I wish them all the best for their next adventure!

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Introducing Families – Together

July 15, 2014 · 5 Comments

Since the early days of shooting weddings, one of the things I’ve been asked most by my clients a year or two down the line is ‘would you please please do a family session for us?’. Over the years I’ve had to give out way too many heartbreaking no’s, purely because I was so busy with shooting weddings, and pursuing other business interests, that I simply didn’t have the hours to accommodate the requests. Nor could I with a clear conscience pick and choose and do sessions just for my ‘favourite’ clients (since you’re ALL my favourites!).

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Over the past year I have done some serious re-evaluating of my business, my life and of how I spend my time, and one of the things I came to realise was that in order to have a little bit more flexibility in my life, I needed to take on fewer weddings. So I did some major re-arranging of my business(es), and as a result I am finally in a position where I am able to do more Together sessions, both for couples, but also for families.

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The Family sessions I offer are very relaxed and informal. There’s very little formal posing involved, as I want to capture real interactions and authentic moments, that will create memories of who your family is right now.

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If you’ve asked about family sessions before, and I’ve turned you down, I’m sorry, the timing just wasn’t right before. I do hope you’ll get in touch now and we can make things right! I’m so looking forward to spending special, fun times, with my former and brand new clients alike!

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In the next few weeks I’ll be blogging a couple of the first sessions I’ve done, sneaks of which you can see here.

The Bennetts | Together

December 21, 2009 · 12 Comments

At the weekend I had the pleasure of spending a very crisp morning with the Bennett family. Leela is a local photographer, who originally contacted me as she needed some shots of herself for her website. The shoot eventually evolved into a family shoot with her husband Andrew and son Jasper, with some portraits of Leela thrown into the mix. It was a cold cold day, but in that lovely sunny and fresh way, and I thoroughly enjoyed hanging out with the Bennetts. It was such a pleasure meeting you all and I really hope you like your pictures! x

Alice | Together

October 6, 2009 · 2 Comments

This, like the shoot with Jodie, wasn’t quite a ‘newborn’ shoot any more since Alice as well is already 10 weeks old. Usually I recommend newborn shoots to take place within the first 1-2 weeks purely because it’s easier for the lil’un. At only days old, rather than weeks, babies are not really that aware of what’s happening. Thus they don’t really mind that much playing the supermodel, unlike a bit older babies who are more aware that something is required of them but can’t understand what, which would make anyone a bit cranky (not to mention the stripping you nekkid and pointing a camera at you bit)! Louise and Matt certainly worked hard to get Alice to give me some absolutely adorable smiles, and boy was it well worth it. I don’t care what you say, you just can’t help but adore this little angel!

Jodie | Together

October 4, 2009 · 3 Comments

Penny and Rob contacted me as they wanted to get some family portraits of the three of them with their daughter Jodie, and to get a record of this special time in their lives in general. At 10 weeks old Jodie wasn’t quite sure about the whole photo shoot malarkey, but it was still pretty impossible to take non-cute photos of this cutie – just look at those eyes! Thanks Penny and Rob for letting me take a peek into your family life, hopefully Jodie wasn’t too traumatised by the demands of the model lifestyle!