Hannah Ainsworth is a specialist family photographer in Birkenhead. Her relaxed, natural-light photoshoots—studio or outdoor—focus on authentic connections and joyful, timeless family portraits.
If you’re looking for a family photographer in Birkenhead who prioritises presence, connection and real moments, you’re in the right place. I’m Hannah — mummy to two wildlings, a sunset chaser and a photographer who left a fast-paced corporate career to document the messy, beautiful truth of family life. My mission is simple: to help you be present, feel at ease, and walk away with images that feel like you. My approach to family photography is relaxed, warm and intentionally gentle. I create a calm atmosphere where children can be children and parents can actually be in the frame. Rather than overly posed portraits, I aim to capture how your family interacts naturally — the laughs, the hugs, the quiet seconds — those tiny details that become your favourite memories. When you are present, that is when your family’s magic happens, and my job is to find and frame it. Sessions happen in my inviting Wirral studio or at natural outdoor locations around Birkenhead and Liverpool. The studio feels more like a cosy home than a set of flash and backdrops; it’s a place where babies can be soothed, toddlers can explore, and grown-ups can relax. For outdoor shoots I favour soft morning or evening light — the kind of glow that makes images feel timeless and true. I know how daunting being photographed can feel, especially if you’re camera shy. I’ll guide you with gentle direction and light prompts while staying attentive to your family’s rhythm. I offer wardrobe guidance and stylistic advice to ensure your images have a considered, cohesive look without feeling staged. After the session I hand-edit each chosen image with care so the final gallery reflects the mood and connection we captured together. Families tell me my work becomes a time capsule — photographs they keep returning to as their children grow. That’s the outcome I’m most proud of: images that will feel more valuable with each passing year. While family photography is my core specialism, I also photograph maternity and newborns in the same thoughtful, natural-light style. If you’re local to Birkenhead, the Wirral or Liverpool and want a family photoshoot that feels relaxed, authentic and deeply personal, I’d love to hear from you. Let’s make something you’ll treasure.
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1.5-4 hours styled session. Full use of client wardrobe and props. Five hand-edited high-resolution digital images to choose from your private gallery.
1.5-4 hours styled session. Full use of client wardrobe and props. 10 hand-edited high-resolution images to choose from your private gallery.
1.5-4 hours styled session. Full use of client wardrobe and props. All hand-edited images from your gallery (approx. 30+). Includes 5 8×10 fine art prints.