Cake Smash Photography Orpington | Ashleigh Shea Photography

The Messiest Session We Do — And Absolutely Worth Every Crumb I'll be honest with you: cake smash sessions are my favourite kind of chaos. There's something about watching a one-year-old encounter a cake for the very first time — the confusion, the cautious first...

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Newborn Photography Orpington | Ashleigh Shea Photography

There's No Such Thing as "We'll Do It Later" With a Newborn If you're reading this with a newborn on your chest, or a due date circled on your calendar, I want to say something gently but honestly — this season moves faster than any other. I've been offering newborn...

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Outdoor Family Photography Orpington | Ashleigh Shea Photography

Summer Won't Wait — And Neither Should Your Family Photos There's a particular kind of light that happens in summer — that warm, golden, late-evening glow that makes everything look like a memory even while you're still in it. It's my favourite light to shoot in, and...

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Maternity Photography Offer Orpington | Ashleigh Shea Photography

A Little Gift for the In-Between Time — Maternity Sessions This Summer Before the sleepless nights. Before the first feed and the first cry and the first time they curl into you and your whole world rearranges itself. There's this extraordinary in-between time — the...

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What Happens After Your Photo Session | Ashleigh Shea Photography

What Actually Happens After Your Photo Session You've booked. You've turned up, the kids have (mostly) behaved, and you've had a brilliant session. You drive home glowing — and then you wonder: so what happens now? It's one of the questions I get asked most, and I...

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Family Photography Bromley | This Is What 6 Months Looks Like

This Is What 6 Months Looks Like My grandson Jaxie turned 6 months old this month — and as someone who has spent years doing family photography in Bromley, and like every parent, grandparent, and person who has ever watched someone they love grow up, I can only say:...

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Last-Minute Newborn Session Availability This April – Special Offer!

Last-Minute Newborn Session Availability This April – Special Offer! If you've recently welcomed a little one or are expecting in the coming days, we have exciting news! Ashleigh Shea Photography has a rare, last-minute opening for a newborn session this April – and...

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What to Expect: Behind the Scenes of a Newborn Session with Ashleigh Shea Photography

Behind the Scenes of a Newborn Session with Ashleigh Shea Photography So, you're considering a newborn photography session—what an exciting time! Whether you’ve done your research, browsed styles, products, and pricing for a Bromley newborn photographer, or you’ve...

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Maternity Photography; A Photographers Perspective

Crafting Unforgettable Maternity Photos: Celebrating the Journey Maternity photography transcends mere images; it's a profound art capturing the essence of expectation and joy. As a professional maternity photographer, I'm privileged to document this transformative...

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Back To School Sessions

BackCapture the Back-to-School Excitement with Our Special Uniform Sessions! As the summer holidays come to a close and the excitement of a new school year builds, there’s no better time to capture those precious back-to-school moments. At Ashleigh Shea Photography in...

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Capturing that Maternity Glow

Expecting a baby is one of the most magical times in a woman’s life, filled with anticipation, joy, and an unparalleled glow. Maternity photography has become a cherished way for mothers-to-be to mark this unique and special period. Maternity sessions are rising in...

Capturing Your Family Holiday in England

Capturing Your Family Holiday in England with Ashleigh Shea Photography Traveling to England for your holidays is an exciting adventure filled with historical landmarks, picturesque landscapes, and memorable experiences. Whether you’re exploring the bustling streets...

Bespoke Newborn Sessions

Welcoming a newborn into the world is a monumental moment in a family’s life, deserving of a special portrait session. A newborn photography session is more than just capturing the first days of your baby’s life; it’s an opportunity to tell a story, your story....

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Keeping a pregnancy journal

Baby Photography, Baby Shower, Bromley, Bromley Photographer, Chislehurst, Kent, Maternity, Newborn Photography, Petts Wood, Photographer, Pregnancy, Pregnant, Twins

Keeping a pregnancy journal Pregnancy is an incredible journey full of ups and downs. And although 9 months can seem like a very long time, I promise you it flies by in the blink of an eye. As a newborn and maternity photographer, I've seen many families who regret...

Spring Outfit Ideas

Bromley, Bromley Photographer, Child Photography, Child Portraiture, Chislehurst, Family, Family Lifestyle, Family Photography, Kent, Petts Wood, Photographer

Spring Outfit Ideas Spring is one of my busiest times of the year for family photo sessions. The weather is mild, and we have some beautiful locations we can use in and around Orpington and Bromley. The scenery is beautiful in springtime, from daffodils to blossoms it...

Planning the perfect Easter Egg Hunt

Family, Family Lifestyle, Life, Photographer

Planning the perfect Easter Egg Hunt Easter is a lovely opportunity to spend time with family, and of course it’s a time of year when there are tons of treats so the children are always happy to get involved. For younger children and toddlers, an Easter Egg Hunt is a...

Rainy Day Fun

Bromley, Chislehurst, Family, Family Lifestyle, Kent, Life, Petts Wood, Photographer, Things To Do With The Kids

Rainy Day Fun As a baby photographer in Bromley, I know that sometimes the weather doesn't always cooperate with our plans! But just because it's raining outside doesn't mean that you can't have fun with your little ones. In fact, rainy days can provide some unique...

Bake with the Family Feb

Bromley, Chislehurst, Family, Family Lifestyle, Life, Petts Wood, Photographer

Bake with the Family Feb February is Bake for Family Fun Month. It is the perfect excuse to get the whole family together in the kitchen to create delicious treats and memories that will last a lifetime. Baking not only brings people together but also provides a fun...

Pancake Day Recipes

Family, Family Lifestyle, Photographer

Pancake Day Recipes Shrove Tuesday is the day before Ash Wednesday and falls on 21st February this year. It’s the day before Lent begins for Christians which is 40 days of fasting (or giving something up that you enjoy as is more likely now) before Easter....