Clair at Flashbang Photography is a Gravesend-based family specialist. She captures relaxed, natural family portraits—studio sessions in West Malling or outdoor shoots across Kent—focused on real connections.
If you want family photographs that feel genuine, warm and full of personality, Flashbang Photography is built around that promise. Based in Gravesend with a purpose-built studio in West Malling, Clair specialises in family photography—creating relaxed, natural images that celebrate the relationships between you, your children and your extended family. Why choose Flashbang? Clair’s style is conversational and playful. She knows how to put people at ease (especially little ones) by keeping sessions fun and informal—blowing raspberries, playing peek‑a‑boo or joining in whatever it takes to get authentic smiles. That relaxed approach produces portraits that don’t feel posed or forced, but timeless and filled with real connection. Clair combines formal training with a personal touch. She has trained with experts in newborn and studio lighting, is a member of SWPP and BANPAS, and is fully insured. That background means you get someone who understands technical lighting and safe handling for babies alongside a gentle, family-centred approach. Whether you bring newborns, toddlers, siblings or grandparents, Clair adapts the session to suit your family’s dynamic and comfort level. How it works: sessions are friendly and flexible. You can choose the calm of the West Malling studio or the soft, seasonal light of the Kent countryside around Sevenoaks, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells. Clair guides the flow of the session so that even camera-shy members feel at ease; she focuses on moments of play, quiet connection and joyful chaos alike. The result is a gallery of images you’ll want to display and return to for years. Special moments matter—whether it’s a family portrait, a children’s milestone, a newborn cuddle or a birthday or baptism portrait. While family photography is the core speciality, Clair also photographs maternity and related family milestones with the same attentive, warm approach. If you’re in Gravesend or elsewhere in Kent and want photographs that reflect the real, loving story of your family, Flashbang Photography offers thoughtful, experienced and joyful family sessions. Clair looks forward to meeting you, having some fun together and creating images you’ll treasure.