Specialist family photographer in Banstead, Debbie Woods captures authentic, relaxed family portraits in her cosy home studio. Her calm, friendly approach helps every family feel at ease and celebrated.
Allow me to illustrate the story of your life. I’m Debbie Woods, a specialist family photographer based in Banstead, and my work is driven by a love for creating timeless, artistic portraits that families treasure for years. Why choose me? As a mother of two I understand how quickly children grow and how precious family moments are. I combine a gentle, personable approach with an eye for natural light and thoughtful composition to create images that feel honest and emotive rather than staged. My focus is on capturing genuine connections — the quiet glances, the laughter, the small gestures that make your family unique. What makes my approach special is a blend of calm direction and relaxed storytelling. Sessions take place in my cosy home studio in Banstead where families can unwind in a comfortable, familiar environment. I encourage parents and siblings to be themselves; my aim is to make everyone feel relaxed so the photographs reflect authentic relationships. I favour soft, timeless tones and simple styling that keep the focus on emotion and character rather than trends. How I work with you: I believe collaboration and clear communication make for the best photographs. From our first enquiry I’ll listen to what matters most to you — whether you want classic portraits for the mantelpiece or a natural gallery that captures everyday family life. On the day, I offer gentle guidance to help you and your children feel relaxed, while also leaving room for spontaneous, unscripted moments. After the session I carefully hand-edit your images to achieve a cohesive, polished collection that tells your family’s story. My promise is to provide a warm, welcoming experience and beautiful images you will return to again and again. Whether you’re updating family portraits or celebrating a milestone, I focus entirely on family photography as my speciality here in Banstead. If you’d like to create lasting portraits that reflect the heart of your family, I’d love to hear from you and help capture those moments you’ll cherish forever.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
High-quality matted 5x7" print on archival fine art paper.
High-quality matted 10x8" print on archival fine art paper.
Session fee for a studio family or children session (approx. 1–2 hours).
Session fee for a studio newborn session suitable for babies up to 4 weeks old. Viewing appointment 2-3 weeks after session.
Mini 30-minute session with 3 selected hand-edited images delivered 1–2 weeks after the session.
Smaller family package with 5 edited images and one matted print.
Full family gallery package with 10 edited images and matted prints.
10 hand-edited digital newborn images with 2 matted prints.
Full newborn gallery of approximately 20 hand-edited images with matted prints and slideshow presentation.