I love heading back to Northumberland for Christmas and catching up with my school friends and their families. Last year I joined Harriet, her husband Dave and their gorgeous children, Sophie & Abi, on a family outing to Beamish. Wrapped up warm in some impressively festive hats, we were lucky to enjoy a clear crisp winter day with blue skies while they rode the beautiful old carousel. Then as it started to get dark we ducked into Santa’s grotto. The girls made special ‘elf scarves’ and then studied the magical fairy lights as we waited to see Santa. It’s always a magical moment and I loved seeing their excitement and awe at meeting Father Christmas himself – I think that wonder is something very special to capture – and I always love to see Santa! Harriet – thanks for letting me join your Christmas outing and giving me the chance to create these Beamish family photos!

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My relaxed family photography sessions can take place in your home or on an adventure like this! Please contact me to talk about a session for your family, I’d love to capture some special memories for you.

If you liked these Beamish family photos you might enjoy my other family photography or my to read my blog about my top tips for Christmas photos. Whether your family is just beginning and you’d like to celebrate the excitement of your pregnancy or those first days with your newborn, capture each baby milestone or create special memories as your children grow up (so fast!), I’d love to tell the story of your family. If you’d like me to create a collection of happy memories from a relaxed family or newborn session in your home, or to join you to capture the magic of a family adventure – please send me a message.