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The Goldhawk Family : family session in Newquay

November 5, 2018 · Leave a Comment

It was such a pleasure to meet Zanna & Harry (who run the Cornish-based Papio Press) and little Theo for a family session at my local park in Newquay. We were so lucky to catch some beautiful autumn rays, and since Zanna and Harry didn’t have any portraits from their wedding day, we also indulged in some sweet couple time with them!

‘Zanna grew up in Cornwall so when we got married we knew it was the perfect place to move to start our family. We wanted to do something special to celebrate the arrival of little Theo and were over the moon with these photos. We’re illustrators that are hugely inspired by plants and nature so it just felt right to capture these lovely family memories amongst the trees.’

– Zanna & Harry

Zanna, Harry and Theo, I had such a lovely time capturing your little family. Hopefully, I’ll get to be a part of many more moments in your lives!

The Lepola Family : day on the beach family shoot

July 9, 2018 · Leave a Comment

I’ve worked with Hayley & Lucas on commercial photography for some years, and it has been so lovely to see their family grow, first with June and more recently with little Otis. I couldn’t have been happier to spend some time on a beach in Cornwall to capture them and their gorgeous family, making Cornish memories.

‘We first visited Cornwall in 2014 when Hayley was pregnant with our first. We regretted not having visited sooner as we immediately we fell in love with the beautiful beaches, towns and countryside. We came back the following year for our first family holiday with June. Most recently we’ve been back with June’s baby brother for our first holiday as a family of four. We’ve made so many special family memories here and can’t wait to make a family tradition of spending time together in beautiful Cornwall.’

– Hayley & Lucas

Our shoot fell between swelteringly hot days, and it was actually nice to get a wee break from the sun and get to shoot in some even light. Besides, any day is a good beach day!

Springtime Family Session in London

May 30, 2017 · 2 Comments

It’s that time of year when I get to make frequent trips to London, both for weddings but also for sweet Family Sessions like these. I’ve photographed Marie & Jens a couple of times over the years, but this time was made super special by the addition of little Oscar. We had to do some serious cajoling to get this little man in the mood for photos, but when he did… well, just look at that adorable smile!

I would also like to thank the kindly pigeons of St James’ Park for their assistance in ‘operation smile’. :D

Sunset Family Session on Venice Beach

December 6, 2016 · 10 Comments

Salty waves, sandy toes, and wide smiles. While the days are getting chillier and chillier in the UK, going through pictures from last month’s sunset family session on Venice Beach in California certainly helped fill me with a warm glow! There’s something pretty magical about an ocean bathing in golden light, and it’s hard to find a more perfect setting for family photography than a beach with plenty of room for everyone to run around. Pour a cuppa and join me in a little bit of California dreaming below!

London Family Portraits in the spring

May 25, 2016 · 1 Comment

This London family session was a little bit different! With three generations attending, this was by far the largest group I’ve ever done a Together Session with. The shoot itself was a birthday present to Lida, the matriarch of the family, from her children. It was a rare occasion having all her family on the same continent, which made it that much more special to capture this moment of time for her.

Because Lida simply loved blossoms and wanted to capture all the members of her family individually, we made many pretty portraits inside the blossoming trees, ignoring the funny looks we might have gotten from passers-by! While it was a little bit hectic trying to get everyone organised, I loved the exuberant energy and all the laughter and teasing between siblings – old and young.

Happy Birthday, Lida, you really are a gorgeous lady, inside and out! x

A windswept mother & daughter session by the sea

April 19, 2016 · 7 Comments

I can’t quite describe how happy my heart is about being able to do family shoots by the sea in Cornwall! This mother & daughter Together Session was rather windy, but that didn’t dampen the joy of spending time together by the beautiful coast of the Atlantic Ocean.

This session shows you that there’s no set formula for what a family shoot needs to look like. It’s not just for families with small children, it can be a great way to spend time with older kids, or spend quality time with one sibling at a time. There’s no reason why a family shoot couldn’t consist of a completely grown up family, either. You can never have too many beautiful pictures of yourself together with your loved ones.

The year in pictures

December 31, 2015 · 7 Comments

Favourite images from 2015 by Marianne Taylor Photography.

What a strange and wonderful year 2015 has been! When we were leaving Cornwall after a short stay last December, I remember saying a silent goodbye to the ocean and wishing I never had to leave… It’s kind of mindblowing that now, a year later, we actually live here!

Most of 2015 got swept up by the whole rigmarole of selling our old home, finding and purchasing not only a new house in Cornwall, but also a little ‘city base’ closer to London, and everything that goes with it, including two moves. We’re still trying to figure out the new rhythm of life, when to be where, how to get used to the travelling, but there’s one thing that’s certain – I’m never happier than under the Cornish sky, watching my beloved ocean.

Despite the year being a bit of a whirlwind with lots of new challenges on all fronts, I did get to take photos of some wonderful people and beautiful events, while also mentoring many incredible photographers via Her Lovely Heart. I hope you’ll enjoy this small collection of my favourite photos from 2015!

Coastline in Cornwall, UK.

Photographer in Cornwall.

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

Fine art destination wedding photography in the South of France by Marianne Taylor. Click through to see more.

Creative wedding reportage photography by Marianne Taylor

Coastline in Cornwall, UK.

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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

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!

Marianne Taylor creative beloved family photography London

The Best of 2014

December 29, 2014 · 14 Comments

Favourite images from 2014 by Marianne Taylor Photography.

2014 has been one of those funny years… on the other hand, it seemed like Christmas and the end of the year caught up with me way too fast, but at the same time it felt like a looong old year. So many challenges and changes took place that looking back it seems crazy it all fitted into one year. As well as spending a year working on developing the Beloved Collective until May this year, creating the Beloved Magazine, and, of course, getting Her Lovely Heart up and running, I did fit in lots of lovely shoots, and memorable moments filled with love and laughter. I have to say I feel rather relieved that 2014 is drawing to a close though, and I am so happy about feeling way more focused and excited for the next year than I was this time last year. I really think 2015 is going to be different, surprising and amazing!

Here’s to everyone I shared laughter, tears and meaningful moments with, thank you for making 2014 all it was! xo

P.S. as always, you can click on the images to see more.

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.

Marianne Taylor creative beloved family photography London

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!

Marianne Taylor creative beloved family photography London Bushy Park

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!

Marianne Taylor creative beloved family photography London

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!).

Marianne Taylor creative beloved family photography Cornwall

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.

Marianne Taylor creative beloved family photography London

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.

Marianne Taylor creative beloved family photography London

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!

Marianne Taylor creative beloved family photography London Bushy Park

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 Goldhawk Family : family session in Newquay

The Lepola Family : day on the beach family shoot

Springtime Family Session in London

Sunset Family Session on Venice Beach

London Family Portraits in the spring

A windswept mother & daughter session by the sea

The year in pictures

Chan Family | Together

Yip Family | Together

Coulston Family | Together

Spring Family Together session with blossom

Preston Family | Together

Hung Family | Together

The Best of 2014

Field Family | Together

Flo, Chris & Chloe | Together

Campbell Family | Together

Francis Family | Together

The Battistuzzi Family | Together

Introducing Families – Together

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