Shy Violet Photography in Chadderton specialises in relaxed, fun family photoshoots. Gaynor captures authentic smiles and playful moments in a warm, light studio—perfect for families and children.
Shy Violet Photography is a family-focused studio based in Chadderton, where every session is designed to be relaxed, friendly and full of laughter. Gaynor approaches family photography as a chance to capture the real connections between you and your loved ones — the small gestures, the spontaneous smiles and the moments you’ll want on your walls for years to come. As a specialist in family work, she brings a gentle, conversational style that helps even the most camera-shy children feel at ease. Sessions take place in a warm, light and colourful studio that has been created with families in mind. There’s time built in at the start of each shoot for children to settle, explore the props and feel comfortable — a calm, informal atmosphere where natural interactions are encouraged rather than forced. Gaynor uses a mix of classic family portraiture and playful, candid images so you leave with a diverse collection of photographs: heartfelt group portraits, joyful child-led moments and intimate parent–child connections. Shy Violet Photography also supports those important family milestones. From baby and toddler shoots to special occasion portraits — such as christening and first-birthday memories — Gaynor works with you to create images that reflect your family’s personality. For newborn work she operates alongside Tiny Violets Photography, a dedicated newborn offering that focuses on gentle, beautifully styled newborn portraits while maintaining the same caring studio ethos. Working with Shy Violet is collaborative and simple: Gaynor talks through ideas with you beforehand, guides children with patience during the session, and helps choose the best images afterwards so you can display them as treasured prints, canvases or albums. Families appreciate the comfortable, unhurried pace and the photographer’s ability to catch true emotion — the candid squeals, the quiet cuddles and the everyday moments that become family treasures. If you’re looking for a specialist family photographer in Chadderton and the surrounding Manchester area who values warmth, creativity and authenticity, Shy Violet Photography offers a welcoming studio experience and beautiful, natural family portraits that celebrate your story.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Standard 1 hour baby session focused on 6 month milestone with edited images and one print.
Cake Smash package including collages, prints and 6 edited digital images. Deposit £49 payable on booking.
Digital-only cake smash option: 10 fully edited high-resolution images.
Print-focused baby package combining large and smaller prints with digital files.
Digital-only cake smash option: 15 fully edited high-resolution images.
Keepsake album package combining edited digital images with a small printed album.
1 hour baby session with 12 edited images and two large prints.
Cake Smash package with 10 edited digital images and printed collages; includes standard cake.
Full digital cake smash package with 25 edited images; includes standard cake.