Francesca Maria Photography

I’m Francesca — I love photographing families. Based in Ampthill with a light, white studio that feels like home, I specialise in family photography that’s simple, classic and timeless. My aim is to capture the genuine connections between you and your loved ones — the small, unscripted moments that become the memories you’ll return to again and again. Why choose Francesca Maria Photography for your family photoshoot? I bring a calm, reassuring approach that helps families — from newborns and babies through to lively toddlers and older children — feel relaxed and natural in front of the camera. Since starting Francesca Maria Photography in 2019 I’ve made the studio a place where parents breathe easier, children play, and real smiles are encouraged. I focus on composition and light that keeps images elegant and enduring so your portraits remain beautiful as family styles change. My sessions are tailored around you. Before your shoot we’ll chat about what matters most — the people to include, any favourite colours or outfits, and whether you’d like classic posed portraits or a looser, lifestyle feel. In the studio I encourage connection: cuddles, tickles, stories and small prompts rather than stiff posing. Parents and siblings are always welcome; including the people who make your family unique is part of the story I’m here to tell. I also photograph milestone moments such as first-birthday cake smash and ‘My First Year’ sessions, celebrating those joyful, messy memories that are impossible to recreate. The studio offers a selection of prints, albums and wall art so your favourite images can become heirlooms for your home. If you’re looking for a family photographer in Ampthill or nearby Bedfordshire who values warmth, patience and lasting style, let’s talk. I’ll help plan a relaxed, enjoyable session that captures the personality of your family and delivers beautiful photographs you’ll treasure for a lifetime. Love, Fran x