Business Details
Award-Winning Newborn & Maternity Photographer in Cheshire, Manchester & Liverpool
Heather Elizabeth Photography has been capturing life's most precious moments for over 12 years, specialising in maternity, newborn, and family portraiture. Our purpose-built studio in Runcorn, Cheshire, offers a calm, baby-led environment designed specifically for newborn safety and comfort. With natural light as our foundation, we combine luxury props, professional posing techniques, and artistic styling to create timeless images that families treasure. Our team maintains rigorous safety standards through continuous training in newborn sleep settling and posing protocols. Clients from Manchester, Liverpool, and across the North West choose us for our unique approach that prioritises the wellbeing of both baby and parents.We provide a comprehensive service including wardrobe selection, professional editing, and premium print products. Our work has been recognised through multiple industry awards, reflecting our commitment to excellence. Every session is tailored to the client's preferences, whether in-studio or on-location, ensuring authentic representations of family life. We understand the fleeting nature of early childhood moments and strive to preserve them with artistic integrity. Our studio's convenient location and flexible booking options make professional photography accessible to families across the region.
Services
Newborn Photography
Maternity Sessions
Family Photoshoots
Cake Smash Sessions
Milestone Baby Sessions
Wall Art & Albums
Lifestyle Photography
Sibling Portraits
Parent & Baby Portraits
Outdoor Sessions
Highlights and features
- 12 years of specialist experience in newborn and maternity photography
- Safety-trained in newborn posing and sleep settling techniques
- Luxury props and wardrobe included in all sessions
- Baby-led approach with only one session booked per day
- Multiple industry awards for photographic excellence
What people say
Timeless images
Professional service
Baby-led approach
Safety-focused
Luxury styling
Services
Newborn Photography
Professional newborn photography sessions in a purpose-built studio with natural light. Safety-trained posing, luxury wraps, and bonnets included. Sessions capture baby's first days with artistic compositions, parent and sibling portraits available. Ideal for creating lasting family heirlooms.
Maternity Sessions
Stylish maternity photography with designer gowns and bespoke styling. Sessions focus on celebrating pregnancy journeys with elegant compositions. Includes professional hair and makeup consultation, customised to client preferences and baby's expected arrival date.
Cake Smash Sessions
First birthday photography combining cake smash and bath time photography. Three-part sessions include portrait setup, cake interaction, and bubble bath segment. Customisable themes and colour schemes to match party decorations and family preferences.
Family Photoshoots
Lifestyle family photography both in-studio and on-location. Sessions capture natural interactions with optional props and styling. Includes sibling portraits and parent-child combinations, with flexible scheduling for multiple family members.
Wall Art & Albums
Premium display options including framed prints, canvas wraps, and custom albums. Professional design service to curate image selections. Products made to archival standards for lasting preservation of important family moments.
People
Heather Elizabeth
Founder & Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 12 years' experience specialising in newborn and maternity portraiture. Recognised for safety-trained posing techniques and timeless styling. Combines professional expertise with personal experience as a mother of two.
Questions
When is the best time for newborn photography?
Newborns photograph best between 5-14 days old when they're most sleepy and flexible. Book early after your 20-week scan to secure preferred dates.
What safety measures do you have for newborns?
All sessions follow strict safety protocols with trained supervision. Poses use composite techniques for security, and studio temperature and lighting are carefully controlled throughout.
Can we include siblings in the session?
Yes, sibling portraits are included in all newborn and family sessions. Sessions are scheduled with extra time to accommodate multiple children and their needs.
What locations do you cover?
Based in Runcorn, Cheshire, we serve Manchester, Liverpool, and surrounding areas. Studio sessions available weekly with occasional on-location bookings within the North West region.
What's included in the session fee?
Session fee includes studio time, professional posing, luxury props and accessories, hair and makeup artist, and online gallery access with print ordering options.
How long do sessions typically last?
Newborn sessions take 2-3 hours allowing for baby's comfort. Cake smash sessions average 1.5 hours. Maternity and family sessions typically last 1-1.5 hours depending on requirements.
