Michelle Rees Photography

Michelle Rees is a family photography specialist based in Chelmsford, Essex. With years of experience photographing families, pre-school and nursery groups, newborns, babies and children, Michelle’s work focuses on capturing real moments — the laughter, the cuddles, the small, honest gestures that become family treasures. Her relaxed, friendly manner and knack for putting all ages at ease means she gets genuine expressions rather than forced smiles. Why choose Michelle Rees Photography? Michelle runs the business herself so you always know who you’ll meet on the day. She’s fully insured, holds a DBS certificate and brings a calm, patient energy to every shoot — ideal for toddlers, nervous children and first-time family portraits. Whether you prefer the controlled light of her home studio or the natural movement of an outdoor session, Michelle adapts her approach to suit your family, location and personal style. She brings a variety of backdrops, props and wardrobe ideas for children, and enjoys working with siblings and multi-generation groups. Michelle’s process is simple and stress-free. From your initial chat to help shape the shoot, through the session (where she keeps things fun and fast-paced enough for little ones), to careful editing, she focuses on making the whole experience enjoyable. After the shoot you receive professionally edited JPEGs via a secure online gallery — Michelle specialises in delivering high-quality digital images so you can print and share however you like. Her editing pays close attention to detail to ensure each portrait looks timeless and personal. Her background in nursery and pre-school photography means she’s used to working efficiently around busy schedules and creating images that parents love. Michelle also photographs birthday moments, baptisms and communions, and is happy to include family pets where appropriate — she truly loves animals and often enjoys photographing them alongside their people. While family photography is her core speciality, she brings the same warmth and professionalism to each booking. If you want natural, heartfelt family portraits from a Chelmsford photographer who is approachable, experienced and passionate about people, Michelle Rees Photography offers sessions that feel easy and produce images you’ll want to keep forever. Get in touch to discuss your vision and book a session tailored to your family.