Rachel Riley Photography in Fleet specialises in family photography, creating relaxed, natural portraits of families, children and pets. Warm, patient approach capturing real moments.
Rachel Riley is a Fleet-based family photographer whose work is rooted in gentle storytelling and authentic connection. Specialising in family photography, Rachel focuses on capturing the unscripted moments that show personalities, relationships and the small gestures that become treasured memories. Her images are relaxed, natural and full of feeling — a style that puts families at ease and produces photographs that feel like home. What sets Rachel apart is her calm, friendly approach. She prioritises atmosphere over stiff posing, guiding families with simple prompts and subtle direction so parents and children can forget the camera and be themselves. Children are welcomed with patience and play, and pets are treated with the same warmth and understanding, making sessions smooth even with the liveliest little ones or four-legged family members. The process starts with a friendly chat to understand what matters most to you — favourite locations in and around Fleet, the moments you’d like to remember, and any practical needs for the shoot. On the day Rachel creates a relaxed environment where laughter and movement are encouraged. She blends candid documentary-style shooting with gentle portraiture to deliver a varied gallery: spontaneous interactions, quiet, intimate moments, and beautifully composed family portraits. Rachel’s editing is careful and considered, enhancing natural tones and emotion rather than creating overly stylised looks. The result is a cohesive collection of images that tell the story of your family in a timeless way. Whether you want images to display around your home or a digital collection to share with relatives, Rachel focuses on creating photographs that will still feel meaningful years from now. While family photography is her core expertise, Rachel also works with parents who want individual portraits and includes pets naturally within family sessions. Her aim is always the same: to make sessions enjoyable, to capture genuine connection, and to deliver images that families will want to return to again and again. If you’re looking for a Fleet photographer who understands children, pets and family dynamics and who values warmth, patience and storytelling, Rachel Riley Photography offers a thoughtful, personal experience and photographs that reflect who you truly are.