Ivy

April 28, 2021 by gill thomas

The last time I photographed Laura was two years ago, shortly after the birth of her daughter, Izzy. Click here to see the photos from that shoot. Laura got in touch again to tell me she had just had another baby and that she would like me to come back and take some more photos.

It’s always lovely to return to families I have previously photographed. Children grow up so fast, I didn’t even recognise Izzy, now two years old, who was just a few weeks old when I saw her last! She was incredibly enthusiastic about having her photos taken! Her baby sister was also very laid back about the session, only crying occasionally when she was hungry. As with all my newborn shoots, there is plenty of time for breaks and cuddles, feeding stops and nappy changes. It’s all very relaxed and the whole family is welcome to get involved.

If you are expecting or have just had a baby and would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. Thank you.

Freddie

March 12, 2021 by gill thomas

I’ve been saying this a lot in my blogs at the moment, but after months of lockdown, it has been so good to get back out and about working again. This was my first newborn shoot since November. Following the current government guidelines at the time, I worked quietly and cautiously with little Freddie and his Mum and Dad to capture some special, natural shots, both of him on his own and with his parents.

Vicky & Bump!

March 26, 2020 by gill thomas

Vicky booked one of my popular bump to birth packages and we did the bump bit on Crickley Hill, which, with its stunning views and glorious empty spaces, always makes a super backdrop. We were very fortunate with the weather, one of those beautiful Spring days with just a light breeze. The shoot was 30 minutes long and during that time I captured a lovely collection of images for them. As with all my shoots, they received ALL the high resolution digital files within about a week.

Saeko & Bump!

March 20, 2020 by gill thomas

Saeko and her partner booked me for a 60 minute photo shoot to celebrate her growing bump, which was soon to be a baby in just a few months! They live round the corner from Pittville Park so it made an ideal backdrop. The shoot itself was very relaxed. We started at the Boat House and walked up to the waterfall, pausing to take photos at points I thought might be suitable. As with all my photo shoots, the couple received all the digital files within about a week.

Harris

December 18, 2019 by gill thomas

Baby Harris was a real cutie. He was awake for the majority of the relaxed and informal 60 minute photo shoot. A very easy going little chap who seemed intent on staring down the lens! Mum was keen to stay out of the photos, but would jump in occasionally for a feeding break as and when it was needed. I always allow extra time at the beginning and end of my newborn shoots in order to set up and pack away, meaning clients get a full 60 minutes of photos.

Heidi & Alex

October 30, 2019 by gill thomas

Twins, Heidi and Alex, were some of the quietest and calmest babies I’ve had the pleasure of photographing. Little Alex slept for the duration of the 60 minute shoot, while Heidi always had one eye on the camera! As usual, the shoot was taken at a very gentle pace with plenty of time for feeding breaks and cuddles. Both parents opted out of being in the photos, but as with many newborn pictures, they were keen for lots of black and white ones!

Dante

September 30, 2019 by gill thomas

Sometimes one picture is all you need, or in this case, all my client wanted. After seeing a similar picture on my website of another baby, she loved it so much she wanted to recreate the shot. Click here to see the images from that shoot.

Florence & Theo

September 20, 2019 by gill thomas

This 60 minute newborn shoot took place in my clien't’s home and as usual, the whole family were invited to join in, including their beloved pooch! Little Theo was rather unsettled for much of the session, requiring frequent feeding breaks. However, with much patience, one can still achieve the shots. With gentle soothing from Mum and Dad, he nodded off with about 20 minutes to go, which is when we captured these shots below of him with his family.

Noel

July 25, 2019 by gill thomas

It was lovely to meet baby Noel and his parents last week for their 60 minute newborn photo shoot. He was very chilled, and didn’t at all mind being gently moved into various different posing positions. As with all my newborn shoots, I like to incorporate client’s own personal belongings to make the photos unique to them. Blankets and baby toys all add to the individual feel. We stopped for occasional feeds and soothing, but there was still plenty of time to capture some natural shots, as I leave space at the beginning and end of the session to set up and pack away, meaning clients get a full 60 minutes of photos.

Imogen

June 06, 2019 by gill thomas

Well, what can I say about little Imogen? Such a star! Quite possibly one of the cutest little bundles I’ve had the pleasure of photographing. After a long, long feed at the start of the shoot it seemed to do just the trick as she casually laid on the bed while Mum and I gently moved her into various different positions. She was happiest on her tummy sucking on her arm, and hey, it makes for some super sweet pics!

Freddie

May 17, 2019 by gill thomas

I love this collection of black and whites from a new born shoot I did a few weeks ago. The exception is the lovely colour one of Freddie and the family dog, which makes me chuckle! I actually did a photography workshop with Freddie’s Mum while she was pregnant. She booked in on one of my courses as she has a DSLR but no idea how to use it properly. I did three sessions with her which focused on camera basics, technique and post production. She booked me for her son’s newborn shoot to not only capture some lovely photos of him but to show her it’s done so she can continue to capture every moment of Freddie growing up.

If you’re expecting or just had a baby and would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. Thank you.

Izzy

April 30, 2019 by gill thomas

Little Izzy was just adorable. Her parents wanted natural images of her much like other images they had seen on my website. We took the shoot at a very gentle pace, stopping for feeds and cuddles. Although I allow an hour for my newborn shoots, clients always receive a bit extra meaning they get a full 60 minute of photos.

If you have just had a baby or are expecting and would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. I'd love to hear from you!

Anna & Genevieve

March 14, 2019 by gill thomas

I photographed Anna and Genevieve within just a few days of each other. Both sets of parents wanted natural shots in mainly black and white. As with all my newborn shoots, the pace was gentle, with plenty of time for feeding and cuddles. Clients always get a full 60 minutes of photos as I leave time at the beginning and end to set up and pack away. Below are a few highlights from both shoots.

If you have a newborn baby or are expecting and would like to book a session then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. Thanks.

Eloise

February 21, 2019 by gill thomas

It’s not always about quantity. Sometimes you only need a couple of shots to capture little babies and their beautiful characters. That was very much the case in this instance.

If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. All pictures are included in the price of the shoot. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. I'd love to hear from you. Thanks.

Mia

January 25, 2019 by gill thomas

My little newborn shoots are enjoyable, relaxed and informal. The whole family is welcome to join in and that extends to pets too! They last for 60 minutes with plenty of time to set up and pack away, meaning clients can enjoy a full 60 minute of photos. We often break for feeds, cuddles and soothing. The pace is gentle.

I was delighted to meet Little Mia a few weeks ago. She was a very cool customer and didn’t even object to a little cuddly bear being placed softly on her back to hide her modesty. I like to incorporate my client’s own belongings such as special blankets, toys etc. It makes the photos more personal.

Elliot

November 24, 2018 by gill thomas

Little Elliot was fantastic with a capital F! A very smiley, happy and adorably chunky bubbly boy! I arrived in plenty of time to set up, as I always do for a newborn shoot, and had a quick scout around the house before opting for the family bedroom upstairs. There was a nice amount of light coming in from a side window and a lovely large, super soft bed. It was also the warmest room in the house, perfect if little one was going to be in the nude.

Below is just a small selection of photos. As with all my newborn shoots, all pictures are included in the price. I think this particular family received over twenty images, all of which they were very pleased with. Go to my review page to see what they said about their experience with me. Click here.

Anya

October 26, 2018 by gill thomas

This photoshoot with baby Anya took place took place in Hampnett, just outside Cheltenham. As with all my newborn shoots, it was very relaxed and inclusive of the whole family. Big sister Lianna was keen to be involved in lots of the photos, which was lovely. There were pauses in between shots for feeds and cuddles and plenty of time at the beginning and end to set up and pack away. Leaving this extra time is something I always do and means families get a full 60 minutes of photos.

All digital files are included in the price of the shoot. If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. I'd love to hear from you. Thanks.

Hardy

July 28, 2018 by gill thomas

After a busy Summer I’m finally getting around to updating the website. This photo shoot with gorgeous newborn Hardy took place in July. She was ever such a sweetheart. In between feeding breaks she would happily let Mum gently position her as I assisted with positioning the support pillow.

All of my newborn photo shoots are relaxed and informal. All members of the family are welcome to get involved and I always leave plenty of time to set up meaning clients get a full 60 minutes of photos.

If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. I'd love to hear from you.

Freya

February 28, 2018 by gill thomas

Freya was gorgeous but quite unsettled and needed much soothing from Mum and Dad. This is never a problem as far as I'm concerned as I always allow plenty of time for my newborn photo shoots. If they overrun due to baby needing to feed or soothed then I give the family their space to be able to this. I never rush or hurry and always work with the family in a gentle and informal way.

If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or give me a call on 07983 465414. I'd love to hear from you! Thanks.

Lorenzo

January 08, 2018 by gill thomas

I first met Lorenzo's Mum, Mercedes, a few years ago when she booked me for a photo shoot in Pittville Park with her brother and sister. The photos were to be a surprise birthday present for their parents. Just two years later and it was great to see Mercedes again, a Mum herself now, and meet her gorgeous little boy, Lorenzo.

If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or give me a call on 07983 465414. I'd love to hear from you! Thanks.