Specialist family photographer in Haywards Heath. Embrace Imagery captures honest, candid family portraits, children and newborn moments with a bespoke, relaxed approach led by Rebecca Leonard.
Embrace Imagery is a specialist family photography studio based in Haywards Heath, offering a truly bespoke photographic experience for families across the region. With a clear focus on capturing honest, candid moments, Rebecca Leonard and her partner Robert bring warmth, creativity and calm to every shoot. Their work is rooted in a relaxed, natural style that prioritises real connection over staged perfection — the joy, the chaos and the quiet little things that make family life distinctively yours. Why choose Embrace Imagery? Rebecca has over 15 years behind the camera and began her career working with newborns in a clinical setting before bringing that sensitivity into lifestyle family work. That experience, combined with Robert’s fine-art eye, means your session is handled by a team who know how to read light, pace and emotion. They specialise in creating images that feel timeless and true — photographs you’ll return to because they transport you back to how it felt in that moment. How we work: every session is tailored to your family’s personality. Whether you prefer the cosy intimacy of your home, the freedom of an outdoor park or a more styled location, Rebecca and Robert guide each shoot with gentle direction so everyone feels at ease — even children and newborns who rarely sit still. The atmosphere is relaxed and fun; the aim is to capture natural interactions rather than forced smiles. For parents expecting a baby, Embrace Imagery treats maternity and newborn moments with particular care, combining patience and practical experience to photograph those first days with tenderness. The Embrace approach balances documentary storytelling with considered portraiture. Expect a mix of candid sequences that tell the story of your family and quieter portraits that highlight individual personalities. Rebecca believes photography should reflect who you are, so sessions are flexible and responsive to what unfolds on the day. Based in Haywards Heath, Embrace Imagery is proud to serve families throughout the area and across the South. If you’re looking for professional family photos that feel personal and genuine — led by an experienced photographer who values connection, care and creativity — Embrace Imagery specialises in helping you preserve the moments that matter most.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
1 hour session ideal for maternity, newborn or small family sessions. Includes one location (home, park or mobile studio) and a lightly edited gallery of 30+ high-resolution images.
2 hour lifestyle newborn or maternity + family combination session. Includes 1–2 locations and outfit change option, lightly edited gallery of 60+ high-resolution images.
6 hours coverage, two photographers, 400+ high resolution edited images, pre-wedding consultation.
Up to 10 hours coverage (getting ready to first dance), two photographers, 600+ high resolution edited images, personalised USB and pre-wedding consultation.
Full day coverage (morning preparations to late evening dancing), two photographers, 800+ edited images, personalised USB, 10x12x8 prints, pre-wedding shoot included and priority editing (gallery delivered in 4 weeks).