by Elle Fallon | Jan 9, 2017 | baby photography london
A perfect little winter bundle to cheer up this rainy day. Picture from a recent newborn photography london session.
This is possibly one of my favourite positions for a newborn. They sleep so well on their tummy’s during my newborn sessions that my Clients are often asking if I can return at 3.00am to repeat the magic! I love this little soft crochet pixie hat. It works really well in this classic black & white setting.
It has been a busy start to January and I’m thrilled to be photographing so many gorgeous 2017 newborns. Returning to see many of my Clients after photographing their beautiful bumps at their pregnancy sessions in December. It is so exciting to meet their new arrivals and to see how they are all getting on. Newborn photography sessions take place within the first two weeks following the birth. I come to the home to make everything as easy and relaxed as possible for the new parents.
The first two weeks are ideal as your baby is still very sleepy and has that gorgeous scrunched up newborn look. After that it is possible to still capture beautiful pictures but the session may take longer if you would like me to work towards the sleepy shots. It depends on your baby and I am very flexible. I will work around you, your new family to capture the best shots. Where possible I recommend booking before your baby arrives to ensure I can fit you in. Occasionally I do have last minute sessions moved so it is always worth checking even if it is after your baby has arrived.
I’ve often been asked where I get my newborn baby props from. The beautiful hats, nappy covers, headbands and blankets that I use are often custom made. Although I am a complete Etsy addict! I have found some wonderful UK sellers on their who specialise in handmade newborn clothing. I’m more than happy to recommend my preferred sellers so please do get in touch if you would like details. These gorgeous hats do make wonderful and unique gifts.
Newborn Photography London UK
by Elle Fallon | Jan 6, 2017 | Baby photographer, baby photography london, children-photographer, family photographer, newborn photographer, Pregnancy photographer
Baby Photography, Putney, London
I was so happy to return recently and photograph this beautiful family at their home in Putney. I have photographed them several times over the years. From their pregnancy & newborn photography sessions to their one year celebration photography sessions. Each time I am treated to such a warm welcome from these two little ones.
It is always lovely to see how they have changed and grown. Their first born is now a very grown up big sister. She loves her little brother and was only too happy to kiss and cuddle him for the pictures.
I think they are so gorgeous in these pictures together. I’ve added one of their portraits from their newborn session to my portfolio which you can see here. She still looks just a pleased as punch with her little brother.
It is wonderful to continue to document these little ones as they grow. Without a doubt one of the most rewarding parts of my work is building relationships with my Clients. I love to think of these pictures being with the family for generations. Passed on to their children & grandchildren.
It has been a busy start to January and I’m excited about the New Year. Lots of resolutions in place and exciting plans for the year ahead!
Wishing you all a happy weekend,
Elle x
” Elle photographed our daughter Olivia when she was three weeks old. I found Elle on the Internet and from our first phone conversation I knew she was the perfect person to take these special photographs. Elle was completely patient and a calming influence on Olivia during the session, as we had to stop several times to feed! The afternoon that Elle spent in our home was a wonderful experience and great fun. The photographs she took were absolutely gorgeous and exactly what I’d hoped for. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Elle to anyone, and certainly hope to use her again as my baby grows.”
by Elle Fallon | Jan 1, 2017 | Baby photographer, baby photography london, children-photographer, family photographer, newborn photographer, Pregnancy photographer
A beautiful Mum-to-be, portraits taken at a recent Pregnancy Photography session, Wimbledon.
Looking so effortlessly elegant in these black & white shots. I think this is such a beautiful way to capture & celebrate your pregnancy. One of the most frequent comments I hear from my Clients is how much they miss their bump. It’s something I can relate to, I really missed feeling my little one moving inside me. Pregnancy portraits are about enjoying the shape of your body and feeling proud. It is an incredible time and one that passes very quickly. I think it’s wonderful to create a lasting memory.
The classic feel of black & white portraits capture the spirit and feeling of this time. I love my pregnancy portraits. For me they captured exactly how I was feeling at the time. The anticipation and excitement with my first pregnancy. The joy of adding to our family and including my daughter in the pictures with my second pregnancy. Both have provided me with a lasting memory of a truly special time. I always hope that I am giving the same experience and history to the many new families I meet across London.
Thank you all so much for choosing to capture these precious moments and more with me in 2016! It has been a fantastic year and I am so grateful to all of the families I have met & worked with.
Wishing all of you a very Happy New Year! May 2017 bring you love, hope & happiness.
Elle x
Listen to my BBC Radio 4 interview here in my Press section.
“In a new series of Picturing Britain Adil Ray examines the country through the lens of it’s most distinctive photographers. In this second programme Adil meets Elle Fallon, a music photographer who left behind the mud of Glastonbury and crush of concerts, to take classic, black and white portraits of bumps and babies. Adil hears how women, four weeks before their birth, no longer hide in tent shaped clothes but celebrate the beauty of their changing bodies.”
Producer: Sarah Bowen.
Pregnancy Photography session, Wimbledon
by Elle Fallon | Dec 20, 2016 | Baby photographer, baby photography london, children-photographer, family photographer, newborn photographer
A lovely Newborn Baby Photography Brockley SE4 session. Introducing the very gorgeous Matilda. Such a peaceful little one and a pure joy to photograph.
I love her tiny toes picture, you can see all the gorgeous creases. Cupped gently in her mummy’s hands to show the scale.
This newborn session was brought as a photography gift for the new parents. I’m always thrilled to do these sessions. A newborn photography session is thoughtful & unique gift. Ideally these are purchased before the baby arrives to ensure I can fit their session in within the first 1 – 3 weeks. I give a 1-3 week timescale as although the first two weeks is ideal I like to give a little more flexibility. I will chat to the new parents to see how they are feeling and arrange a date for when they feel ready for their portrait session.
The benefits of doing a newborn photography session within the first two weeks are:
- To capture the baby whilst he / she still has their true newborn look
- Newborns are sleepier in the first 10 days and this helps to capture sleepy poses
I will work around my Clients to ensure the time selected for their newborn session works for them. I know how exhausting these early days following the birth of your baby are. New parents also need time to recover and this is a very personal time. For this reason I like to travel to my Clients home to ensure everyone is comfortable and rested for the session.
Whilst early booking is highly recommended there are occasionally last minute spaces available. If you have had your baby and would like a newborn photography session, contact me here. I would be very happy to hear from you.
Google Review:
Helen Arney, Brockley – “A wonderful experience from start to finish. We’d recommend Elle to anyone who wants to capture their baby’s precious first month.”
Newborn Baby Photography Brockley SE4
by Elle Fallon | Dec 19, 2016 | Baby photographer, baby photography london, children-photographer, family photographer, newborn photographer, Pregnancy photographer
Newborn Photography London UK. It has been the most incredible year. Thank you so much to all the families I have met, I am truly grateful to have worked with you all.
As we fast forward to Christmas day I can hardly believe how lucky I have been. To welcome so many 2016 newborns into the world. To capture their incredible mothers during pregnancy. To celebrate 6month and first year milestones. It is a joy and a privilege to be a small part of these important moments.
We are still working away in the studio. Packaging up orders and gift cards ready to send out in time for Christmas. This week I will be enjoying my last pre Christmas newborn photography sessions. Following a busy few weeks of pregnancy photography sessions I am now excitedly meeting the new arrivals!
My blog picture tonight is of a darling newborn baby girl. This picture was taken at her home in West London. A perfect little sleeping angel. I love the gorgeous pixie bonnet made by my endlessly talented prop maker. Her tiny pout and button nose. There is something so special about black & white portraits. I love the fact that these will still look elegant in years to come.
I only have a few spaces left for January and we are currently taking bookings for February & March. If you would like to check availability simply complete the details on my ‘Make a Booking Enquiry‘ contact page.
I would love to hear from you and hope to meet you & your family in 2017.
Elle x
Newborn Photography London UK
by Elle Fallon | Dec 7, 2016 | baby photography london, children-photographer, family photographer, newborn photographer, Pregnancy photographer
London Children’s Photographer session in Clapham. I love these sibling portraits. These two had such a giggle during our session and I think this definitely comes across in their pictures. I adore the first picture of them together and the following one of Freddie smiling into my camera.
These sessions are always lots of fun and even more so when the family dog is involved! This is one of the sweetest and gentlest dogs I have had the pleasure of photographing. It is not an uncommon request to include the family pet in the portraits and I am always more than happy to do so. This beautiful dog is so patient with the children.
She marches casually into the studio and takes her place, a dream to photograph and I love how her markings look in black & white.
I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!
Thank you for taking the time to look at my blog. It’s a short one today as I have limited time between sessions but I will be adding some more soon.
Further details about my sessions are available in my brochure. To receive a copy please fill out your details on the ‘make a booking enquiry’ page. I’m currently taking bookings for 2017, January & February dates are going quickly so please get in touch as soon as possible to schedule your pregnancy, newborn, baby & family sessions.
Thank you
Elle x
London Children’s Photographer
