Outdoor family photoshoot in Herne Hill, South-East London
Welcome to my blog. I’m Fran, a newborn and family photographer living and working in Dulwich & Herne Hill. I’m a reportage-style photographer, passionate about capturing real family life as art. My sessions are held at a location of your choice, and on this blog I will share more about a family photoshoot in Brockwell Park, nestled between Herne Hill, West Dulwich, and Brixton.
A magical, crisp Autumn light
On a mild October afternoon, I had the pleasure of photographing a local family of four during a leisurely walk in Brockwell Park in Herne Hill, accompanied by their two lively Golden Doodles. Being a dog owner myself, I always get excited when I get the chance to include the furry members of the family in my photoshoots - they're a part of the family, after all.
The sun was hanging low, marking the beginning of the golden hour. The light was absolutely stunning and, particularly during golden hour, it's tempting to capture the photos with the sun behind, to create a radiant halo and a nostalgic feel. However, I also love it when the sun shines on my subjects. This type of light also gives a dramatic, high-contrast look to the photos, as you can see below.
Everyday moments worth capturing
Father and son had fun playing football together, allowing me to capture a typical family afternoon filled with shared, ordinary moments, like a walk in the local park. A reportage-style family photoshoot is all about capturing real moments. This session also provided opportunities for natural, unposed portraits of the children and the whole family, including the dogs, walking together. No posing, just genuine everyday family life.
I am a family photographer based in Dulwich, primarily serving East Dulwich, Herne Hill, and Peckham, but I'm available to travel across London and beyond. Get in touch if you’re interest in booking a session with me.