the most precious
EVERYDAY MOMENTS
HERTFORDSHIRE
family photography
Capturing Your Everyday Moments
As a Hertfordshire family photographer, I believe the best memories are found in the everyday — the spontaneous hug, the sticky fingers, the gappy grins, and the laughter that fills your home. My relaxed family photography sessions are all about documenting your story, just as you are.
I don’t aim for perfectly posed shots where everyone is smiling at the camera at the same time. The best images I can deliver to you are not the perfect, everyone smiling at the camera shots, but the ones that show real life. I promise to capture the magic of real life: your personalities, your connections, and those fleeting moments you’ll want to hold onto forever.
Why Families Choose Me
Family life moves fast, and photographs are a way to press pause. I’m a mum myself, so I know just how quickly the years fly by. My family photography in Hertfordshire is designed to slow time down for you, giving you beautiful, natural photographs that only grow more meaningful as the years pass.
Here’s what some of my lovely families say:
Emilie&Al
We have been fortunate enough to have Rachael document our family on several occasions and each time she has been amazing! Her photographs are natural, warm and capture the moment perfectly. We get so much joy looking back at them, as do our family and friends. We cannot recommend her enough! Rachael is just so relaxed and has the most lovely soul – this is so present in her work.
Vicky
We hired Rachael from As You Are Photography for a family photoshoot just before Christmas and we are so pleased we did. She was very flexible and accommodating when arranging a date and organising the session with time and weather not being on our side! Rachael took some wonderful photos of children aged 0 to 12. She had a great rapport with the kids and they were immediately relaxed and happy to pose. The photographs are exactly what we wanted, relaxed and showing off their personalities. Would highly recommend Rachael!
How My Family Sessions Work
Your family story is always evolving — from pregnancy and newborn days to toddler giggles, teenage years, and beyond. That’s why my Hertfordshire family photography is flexible and tailored to your stage of life. Every family is different, so your session is tailored to you. Before we meet, we’ll chat about your children, your routines, and what kind of memories you’d love to capture.
Options include:
At home sessions – perfect for younger children, baking together, or simply enjoying family time.
Outdoor adventures – Hertfordshire has so many beautiful backdrops, from woodlands and fields to parks and playgrounds. Let’s go on an adventure!
Seasonal sessions – think decorating the Christmas tree, Easter egg hunts, or autumn leaves.
‘A Day in the Life’ sessions – a longer shoot (around 6 hours) capturing the whole rhythm of your family day, from pancake breakfasts to bedtime stories.
Every gallery includes all your hand-edited images to download and share, plus the option to order prints and frames ready for your home.
If you’ve got a gorgeous newborn bundle, or one on the way, you might want to check out my maternity and newborn photography sessions here:
Packages and Pricing
01.
Family Sessions
A relaxed family session tailored to you and your family
A Family Photoshoot
A quick chat beforehand so you know what to expect
Around 2 hours together in a location you love
All your images carefully edited by me
A private online gallery to share with your family
Every edited image included – no choosing or hidden extras
£430
A Day in the Life
A relaxed catch-up beforehand to plan the day around your family
6 hours of photography (at home, outdoors, or both!)
All your images beautifully edited
A private online gallery to enjoy and share
Every image included – from pancake breakfasts to bedtime cuddles
£950
02.
Mini Sessions
Across the year on set dates only I run my mini family sessions. These are avaiable to pre-book using the links below. Each session includes 3 digital downloads of your choice. Choose from Spring time bluebells and blossoms, through to Autumn and Christmas themed shoots.
A Mini Family Photoshoot
A little pre-shoot advice to help you feel ready
30 minutes of relaxed photography in a set location
All your images lovingly edited by me
A private online gallery to easily share with family and friends
3 high-resolution downloads included
Option to choose more favourites afterwards if you’d like
£60
03.
Choose Prints and Frames
Bring your photos to life with professional prints and frames delivered ready to display. Choose from a range of prints or frames to suit your home.
Prints
A selection of sizes available
from £3
Fine art prints
A selection of sizes available
from £5
Frames
A selection of sizes and frame choices available
from £75
A few favourites
If you’re looking for a relaxed and friendly Hertfordshire family photographer, I’d love to hear from you. Whether you’d like an at-home session, an outdoor adventure, or a seasonal shoot, let’s create memories your family will treasure forever.
HI RACHAEL
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