Kara Skye is a Guildford-based family specialist offering contemporary, natural family photoshoots. She creates tailored moodboards and relaxed sessions for children, babies and family portraits.
I’m Kara — a family photographer based in Guildford who specialises in contemporary, natural and relaxed family photography. With six years of professional shooting experience and a background working in the modelling industry, my approach is calm, friendly and tailored so every session feels effortless. I focus on capturing real connection: the small, in-between moments, the laughter, and the quiet tenderness that make your family unique. Why choose me for your family photoshoot? I position myself as a family specialist — from newborn and baby sessions to sibling and children shoots and classic family portraits. I believe great photographs come from trust and comfort: I spend time understanding your family, creating a moodboard that reflects the look and feeling you want, and choosing locations that suit your story — whether that’s at home, a favourite local spot in Guildford, or on location elsewhere. My aim is to deliver timeless images that feel like you, not overly posed or staged. My style is contemporary and natural, and most importantly, fun and relaxed. Working with children and babies requires patience and playfulness; I use gentle direction and a conversational style to help even the camera-shy feel at ease. Sessions are bespoke — I tailor each shoot to ages, personalities and practical needs (feeding breaks, naps, favourite toys), so families leave the shoot having enjoyed the experience as much as they love the photos. How I work: after you enquire I’ll listen to your ideas, share a moodboard and plan the location. On the day I focus on creating a relaxed atmosphere and capturing authentic moments. Post-shoot, I edit images with care to produce a cohesive gallery of natural, emotive photographs you’ll want to display and share. Many families return for seasonal updates and portfolio-style sibling sessions because they value the comfortable, professional experience I provide. Based in Guildford and happily working across Devon and Marbella, I’m committed to making family photography simple, joyful and memorable. If you’re looking for a specialist who understands children, newborns and family dynamics — and who will craft images with warmth and longevity — I’d love to capture your next chapter.