Portraits by Hart

Portraits by Hart is a family‑run studio based near Halesowen with a clear focus: professional family photography that celebrates real relationships and everyday moments. Established more than half a century ago, we’ve spent decades refining how to photograph families of every shape and age — from newborn cuddles to lively children’s sessions and multi‑generation group portraits. That experience is what makes us specialists in family work. Our approach is quietly deliberate and personal. We begin with a friendly conversation so we understand what you want from the session — whether it’s a relaxed newborn shoot, playful children’s portraits, a baptism or communion keepsake, or a birthday memory. On the day we put parents and children at their ease with gentle direction and a calm studio atmosphere. Our photographers know how to read little people: how to time a smile, soothe a baby, or coax natural expressions so your portraits feel authentic rather than posed. Technical craft meets artistry at every step. All photography, retouching and finishing is carried out on the premises: we photograph with studio lighting for consistent, flattering results; our in‑house retouching preserves natural skin tones while removing distracting blemishes; and we print using archival materials for wall art that will last. If you’d like something more creative, we can transform your photographs into bespoke digital oil paintings or provide specialist framing crafted in our workshop — giving you a complete, high‑quality portrait service from capture to the finished piece. We’re proud of industry recognition earned over the years, and more importantly, of the trust local families place in us — many return with second and third generations. Whether you’re booking a newborn session, a children’s photoshoot or a whole‑family portrait, Portraits by Hart specialises in preserving family stories with care, craft and a quietly professional touch. Get in touch to arrange a consultation and discover how we can create portraits that your family will treasure for years to come.