Family photography specialist in Acocks Green. White Shell creates relaxed, natural family and children portraits—newborns, babies and family groups—at the studio or around the Midlands.
White Shell Studios is built around one clear focus: creating genuine, lasting family portraits. Based in Acocks Green, Danny Maguire brings a photographer’s eye informed by film technology and a deep curiosity about how we read images. That knowledge gives his family photography an uncommon clarity — images that hold attention, tell a story and feel honest. Why choose White Shell for your family photos? Danny specialises in family, children, newborn and maternity work and treats each session as a collaboration. His approach is relaxed and unforced: consultations can be done by Zoom, phone or in-person so you and he can plan a shoot that fits your family’s personality. In the studio, children are encouraged to be themselves — running, laughing and playing — so the camera can capture real expressions rather than posed smiles. For families who prefer the outdoors, Danny regularly uses beautiful Midlands locations such as Sutton Park, Middleton Lakes, Highbury Park and Himley Hall to create environmental portraits with space, light and atmosphere. The White Shell experience is practical and personal. Every shoot is supported with a style guide and a pre-shoot consultation so you know what to expect. The studio has a calming viewing and refreshment area, private changing facilities and a wide selection of props and backgrounds to tailor the session to your needs. Danny also works with pets and maternity clients as core services, bringing the same patience and gentle direction to newborns, babies and family groups. Creatively, Danny balances storytelling with technical rigour. His training in film technology and his fascination with light and visual perception means each photograph is crafted — framed, lit and edited — to retain the viewer’s attention. Professional retouching and a private viewing session ensure the final images feel both beautiful and true. White Shell values honesty, quality and community: transparent communication, environmentally mindful practice and care for people are part of how the studio operates. If you’re looking for a family photographer in Acocks Green who specialises in capturing warm, natural family portraits that become heirlooms, get in touch to arrange a consultation and start planning your session.