Didcot family photographer Hannah Veale captures natural, relaxed portraits of families, babies and children—at home or outdoors. Warm, documentary-led sessions that celebrate real connection.
Hannah Veale is a Didcot-based family photographer who specialises in capturing honest, everyday moments that make your family unique. Her approach is warm, documentary-led and deliberately relaxed — she focuses on real connection rather than stiff posed portraits, so the images feel timeless and true to who you are. Why choose Hannah? She brings a calm, friendly presence that helps children and adults feel at ease. Whether you opt for a cosy at-home lifestyle session or a relaxed outdoor shoot around Didcot and nearby Oxfordshire locations, Hannah works with what’s already happening — sibling games, quiet cuddles, playful interruptions — and turns those fragments of family life into evocative, personal photographs. Her family sessions include newborns, babies and children, and are designed around the rhythm of your family. Newborn-at-home shoots are gentle and unobtrusive: Hannah lets feeds, naps and cuddles guide the session so parents and babies stay comfortable. Outdoor family sessions take advantage of natural light and seasonal backdrops for bright, joyful images with space to move and explore. How she works: every session begins with a friendly conversation about what matters to you — favourite parts of family life, any little anxieties about photographing kids, and the images you hope to keep. On the day, Hannah leads with prompts rather than rigid direction, encouraging natural interaction while staying ready to capture spontaneous moments. The result is a relaxed atmosphere where real personalities shine through. While family photography is Hannah’s core speciality, she also offers occasional maternity and portrait sessions for clients who want complementary images. Across all work, her priority is the relationship she builds with each family: clear communication, gentle guidance, and photographs that feel like memories you’ll return to again and again. Based in Didcot and serving Oxfordshire, Hannah is committed to creating a calm, enjoyable experience and beautiful, honest family photographs that stand the test of time.