Sarah Butler Creative is a Cowes-based lifestyle photographer specialising in natural, soulful family, newborn and children photography. Relaxed, authentic shoots that celebrate connection.
Sarah Butler Creative is a specialist family photographer based in Cowes on the Isle of Wight, working across the South Coast and South West London. With seven years of experience creating natural, soulful and authentic portraits, Sarah’s work focuses on capturing the real connections between family members — the quiet, candid moments as well as the joyful, chaotic ones. As a family photography specialist, Sarah approaches each shoot with a gentle, lifestyle-led style. She prefers natural light and comfortable environments, whether that’s a favourite beach near Cowes, a family home full of memory and texture, or her light studio. Her aim is always the same: to create portraits that feel honest and timeless rather than overly posed. This makes her particularly well suited to newborns, babies, children and parents who want images that reflect who they truly are. Sarah’s process is collaborative and calm. Every session begins with an initial chat or discovery call to understand what matters most to you — whether you want relaxed outdoor family portraits, newborn lifestyle photos at home, or playful children’s images that show personality. From there she develops a concept, selects locations (or prepares the studio), and plans the shoot so families feel prepared and at ease on the day. During the session Sarah keeps directions light and conversational, helping even camera-shy children relax so authentic moments emerge naturally. Post-shoot, Sarah carefully edits each image to retain warmth and soulfulness while delivering high-resolution files suitable for prints, albums and online sharing. Her experience working with families of all sizes means she knows how to manage the practicalities of photographing little ones and newborns with patience and care. If you’re in Cowes or elsewhere on the Isle of Wight and want family photography that prioritises feeling and connection over stiff portraiture, Sarah Butler Creative offers thoughtful, professional sessions designed around you. Get in touch to arrange a friendly chat and start planning a photoshoot that will become a treasured family story.