Multi Award winning Photographer Hertfordshire and london.

WHAT MAKES me DIFFERENT

Family, Newborn & Maternity Photographer in Hertfordshire

 

When you are in the thick of it with a young family, the days can feel long, but trust me when I tell you that the years fly by.

One minute you're announcing a pregnancy, the next you're bringing your newborn home, celebrating a first birthday, or wondering how your children have grown so quickly. Professional photography gives you the chance to hold onto those moments long after they have passed. A photoshoot with your baby is a way to pause time, and hold onto the moment forever.

 

With over 17 years of professional experience and more than 100 five-star Google reviews, I create beautiful photographs for families across Welwyn Garden City, St Albans, Watford, Potters Bar, Hertford, Hatfield, Stevenage, Hitchin, Harpenden and throughout Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire.

 

Whether you're planning a maternity photoshoot, welcoming a new baby, celebrating a first birthday with a cake smash session, or updating your family portraits, you'll be guided every step of the way. My aim is simple: to create a relaxed, enjoyable experience and photographs that bring you right back to this chapter of your family's story every time you see them.

 

From my welcoming Hertfordshire photography studio, I specialise in maternity, newborn, baby, child and family photography, creating timeless images filled with genuine connection, real emotion and the people you love most.

Why Choose Sonya Harrap pHOTOGRAPHY?

17 Years of Professional Photography Experience

Over 100 5* Google reviews

Relaxed, baby-led newborn sessions

Beautiful studio designed with families in mind

Sessions tailored to your family and your children


Multi-Award-Winning Photographer in Hertfordshire

Maternity Photographer of the year 2025, 2024, 2022

2026 Guild of Photographers Image of the Month and Gold Awards

2025 Society of Photographers Maternity Photographer print winner

Qualified with the Guild of Photographers - Gold badge holder

Guild of Photographers Bar Holder 2023 & 2024

TNPS Photographer of the Year 2022

Member of the British Institute of Professional Photographers

The Guild of Photographers- Avant-garde Runner up 2024

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A Relaxed Experience From Start To Finish

 

Whether you're visiting for a maternity, newborn, baby or family photoshoot, my aim is to make the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free.

 

From the moment you book, I'll guide you through everything you need to know, from choosing outfits and preparing for your session to selecting your favourite images afterwards.

 

You don't need to worry about how to pose, whether your children will sit still, or if your baby will sleep. With 17 years of experience photographing families and babies, I know exactly how to get the best from you. I'll gently guide the session while allowing plenty of time for cuddles, feeds and snack breaks. Your beautiful portraits will happen in a fun way, and the images will show your personality and will make your photographs uniquely yours.

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Your Baby's Safety Always Comes First

Newborn photography is about far more than creating beautiful images.

 

With nearly two decades of professional experience and specialist training in newborn photography, every session is planned around your baby's comfort, wellbeing and individual needs. Sessions are completely baby-led, allowing time for feeding, settling and cuddles whenever needed.

 

There is never any rush, and your baby's safety will always come before any photograph.

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