BATH NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER
Natural, relaxed baby photoshoots at home in Bath
Welcome! I’m a Bath newborn and baby photographer specialising in natural home baby photography. I offer my photo sessions to families across Bath, Bristol and the surrounding areas, capturing those early days in a calm, relaxed way.
If you’re looking for a baby photographer in Bath and would prefer something less formal than a traditional studio session, my home photoshoots fit around your baby in your own space, where you are comfortable and have everything you need.
I use natural light and a simple approach to capture real moments as they unfold. That might be feeding, settling, or just cuddling on the sofa.
I also include a small number of simple portraits of your baby on a beanbag, using natural light and minimal setup. These are gently guided, with a focus on keeping everything easy and comfortable, while still giving you those classic newborn images.
The result is a set of images that feel personal and natural.
Studio or home newborn photography?
Some newborn and baby photographers work from studios, using posed setups and controlled lighting, which can work well for certain styles of photography. My approach is different. I photograph babies at home, without props or complex setups, focusing instead on connection, light and atmosphere. For many families, this feels like a more relaxed and natural way to document those early days, especially when everything is still new and unpredictable.
“We’ve had a few photoshoots with Alison, from my pregnancy to my daughter’s first birthday. The photos are always stunning and Alison is very friendly and puts everyone instantly at ease.”
-Cindy Hollingdale
“Thank you so much for a lovely newborn photo experience! You made things so easy and enjoyable and the pictures are absolutely gorgeous! Cannot recommend you highly enough!!”
~ Julie Ruffolo
A baby-led approach
Every session is led by your baby. There’s no pressure for them to sleep, settle or behave in a certain way.
We take breaks when needed, work around feeds, and allow plenty of time for things to unfold naturally.
My role is simply to observe and capture what’s already there, rather than direct or stage moments.
When to book your newborn photoshoot
Newborn photoshoots are usually best within the first couple of weeks after birth, when babies are still very small and spend much of their time sleeping. That said, I keep things flexible. If your baby is a little older, that’s absolutely fine. The session simply becomes more about interaction, expressions and connection.
I recommend getting in touch during pregnancy to secure a space, but I can often accommodate last-minute bookings as well.
Baby photography across Bristol & Bath
I photograph newborns and babies all over Bath: Combe Down, Larkhall, Weston, Widcombe, Claverton Down, Bear Flat, Corston, Bathford, Batheaston, Bathampton, Chippenham, Saltford, Charlcombe, Bradford-on-Avon, Keynsham. I also travel for newborn sessions across Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire, depending on availability.
10+ years experience
Baby-led
Fully insured
Natural & relaxed
Contact me for more info or to book a shoot
About Alison newborn & baby photographer
I’m Ali. I’ve been photographing babies for over a decade now. I spend most of my time either at home with my own family or working with other families so I’m very used to the realities of family life — the unpredictability, the noise, the quiet moments, and everything in between.
I know how tender and tiring those early weeks can feel. My approach is gentle and relaxed - I’m happy to pause for feeds, cuddles, or simply a moment to breathe. You don’t need a perfectly tidy house or a “camera-ready” baby. We work with whatever the day brings.
Family & children
Christenings & baptisms
