Your
LIFESTYLE FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER
across Warwickshire, Leicestershire and Birmingham
what to expect from your
LIFESTYLE FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY
Welcome to Anneka Harden Photography — your go-to photographer for authentic, natural lifestyle family sessions across the Midlands, Warwickshire, Leicestershire, Birmingham and surrounding areas.
What is Lifestyle Family Photography?
Lifestyle family photography is all about capturing your family just as you are — the real smiles, the cuddles, the giggles and the tiny moments in between. These sessions take place in the comfort of your home or a meaningful location, creating timeless photos of your family’s genuine connection.
Who are these sessions for?
These relaxed family photoshoots are perfect for families with children of any age — from newborns to teens. Whether you’re snuggling up on the sofa, playing on the bed, baking in the kitchen or enjoying your garden, we’ll document the everyday moments you’ll treasure forever.
Why choose a lifestyle family session?
• Natural, unposed images that tell your family’s story
• Relaxed at-home environment — no stress, no stiff poses
• Beautiful, light-filled photos with an editorial feel
• Ideal for capturing children in their element
Where do you cover?
I’m based in the Midlands and cover Coventry, Birmingham, Leicester and nearby areas. I come to your home or a special location, making it easy and comfortable for your family.
Ready to make memories?
If you’d love timeless, joyful images of your family just as you are, get in touch to book your Midlands family lifestyle session today.
Lifestyle Family Session Fee
- Your session fee is required when booking your session date
The Everyday Moments Session
A relaxed, natural lifestyle family session in your home or a favourite place. Perfect for capturing a slice of your everyday connection.
Up to 1 hour session
10 beautifully edited digital images of your choice
Online gallery to view and select your favourites
Available across Coventry, Birmingham, Leicester & surrounding areas
The Full Story Experience
Tell the whole story of your family, just as you are. This session gives you plenty of time to capture real moments and genuine connection.
Up to 1 hour session
ALL edited digital images from your gallery
£100 credit towards beautiful wall art or frames
Online gallery to download your full collection
Available across Coventry, Birmingham, Leicester & surrounding areas
One of the most common questions I get asked is, “When should we book our lifestyle family photography session?” — and the answer is simple: there’s no perfect age or season — it’s all about what feels right for your family right now!
Lifestyle family photography is timeless
Because lifestyle family photography focuses on genuine moments in your own home or favourite place, you’re never limited by a season or your children’s ages. Whether you have a newborn, toddlers or teens, each stage is worth capturing.
Best times of year
I offer lifestyle family sessions across Coventry, Birmingham, Leicester and the wider Midlands all year round. Every season brings something unique:
Autumn & Winter: Perfect for cosy, snuggly in-home sessions with warm blankets, cuddles on the sofa, and baking in the kitchen.
Spring & Summer: Light-filled sessions indoors or outside in your garden or local park. Longer days mean more flexibility for little ones too!
Plan ahead for weekends & school holidays
Lifestyle sessions are relaxed and flexible, but weekends and school holidays book up fast — especially for larger family groups. I always recommend booking 2-3 months in advance if you’d like a weekend slot or have a special date in mind.
What time of day is best?
The beauty of lifestyle photography is that it works around your family’s natural routine. Mid-mornings often work best for little ones — everyone’s rested and the natural light is soft and flattering.
Don’t wait for “perfect”
Your home doesn’t have to look like a show home — it’s about your connection, not the mess! And you don’t need to wait until your children “sit still” — in fact, the more wriggly giggles, the better. The perfect time to book is now, just as you are.
Ready to capture your family’s story?
If you’d love a relaxed, natural photoshoot in your home, I’d love to chat. I cover Coventry, Birmingham, Leicester and surrounding areas. Get in touch today to book your lifestyle family photography session!
WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR FAMILY LIFESTYLE SESSION
Your lifestyle family session is designed to feel easy, natural, and truly you — no awkward posing or forced smiles. Here’s how it works:
Before we start
When I arrive, I take a little time to get to know your children. We’ll play, chat and laugh together so they feel comfortable and excited to be part of the session. This gentle approach means your little ones can warm up at their own pace — and you don’t need to worry if they’re shy or extra wriggly!
How the session flows
Your session will feel more like a fun family morning than a photoshoot. We’ll move around your home (or chosen location) using the spaces you love — the master bedroom, the living room, the kitchen, the garden — wherever your family feels most at ease.
I’ll guide you with gentle prompts but I’ll never ask you to sit stiffly and say cheese. Instead, I’ll capture those real, fleeting moments:
Cuddles on the bed
Tickles and giggles on the sofa
Baking together in the kitchen
Playing, reading or just being silly together
No two sessions are ever the same — they’re all about your family’s unique connection.
What to wear
For that timeless, light-filled look you see in my photos, I recommend keeping your outfits neutral, light and coordinated — think soft creams, whites, beiges or muted pastels.
• Avoid bold logos, busy patterns or bright colours that can distract from your connection.
• Complement each other without matching perfectly — soft textures and layers always look beautiful.
• Bare feet or cosy socks are absolutely fine at home — comfort is key!
I’m always happy to chat through outfit ideas in advance — feel free to send me photos if you’d like extra help choosing.
Relaxed & authentic
There’s no pressure for children to sit still — some of the best moments happen in the chaos! If your little one needs a snack break, a cuddle or a moment to themselves, that’s absolutely fine. These sessions are slow and child-led, giving everyone space to be themselves.
At the end of the day, you’ll have a gallery full of real, heartfelt images that tell your family’s story — just as you are right now.
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOUR SESSION
After your photo session, I set to work with the editing of your beautiful images. This can take up to 2 weeks.
When they are ready for you to see, they will be uploaded onto a private gallery for you on my website.
From here, you can select your package and choose your images
HOW TO BOOK
Complete the form below and I’ll be in touch with more details.
love Anneka xoxo