Specialist family photographer in Hemel Hempstead. Alina creates relaxed, artsy family portraits in a cosy home studio — ideal for family, baby, newborn and first-birthday cake-smash memories.
Hi — I’m Alina, and family photography is at the heart of everything I do at Alina Ciobanu Photography in Hemel Hempstead. As a specialist family photographer I focus on capturing genuine connections: the small, unscripted moments between parents and children, the laughter that happens in-between poses, and the quiet, proud glances that become treasured portraits. Why choose me as your family photographer? My approach is calm, patient and purposefully personal. Families tell me they appreciate how quickly I put children at ease — that comes from experience, a playful energy, and a studio environment designed for little ones. My sessions are relaxed and unhurried; I work at your family’s pace so we can capture natural expressions and real interactions rather than stiff, forced smiles. My style leans towards artsy, timeless imagery. I use a variety of plain and printed backdrops, thoughtfully curated props and gentle lighting to create clean, classic portraits as well as colourful, playful sets. Whether you want a formal family portrait to hang on your wall or a series of fun, candid frames of the kids, I tailor each session to your vision. I also specialise in accompanying maternity and baby milestones — from bump-to-baby and newborn sittings to first-birthday cake-smash celebrations — enabling families to document this journey in a consistent, beautiful style. How we work together: after you book, I’ll send a pre-session consultation to discuss styling, backdrops and any ideas you have. Sessions take place in my cosy home studio in Hemel Hempstead, where temperature, cleanliness and safety are prioritised for everyone’s comfort. I allow plenty of time for breaks, feeding and nappy changes, and there’s a comfortable seating area for parents to relax while I photograph the children. Around a week after the shoot we meet for a viewing and ordering appointment — a chance to choose your favourite images and decide how you’d like to display them. I love creating portraits families are proud to display and pass down. If you value patience, a tailored studio experience and images that preserve the real personality of your family, I’d love to meet you in Hemel Hempstead and help create photographs you’ll cherish for years.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Bronze Christmas mini: up to 20 minutes, 1 setup, 5 high-resolution edited digital files. £50 non-refundable retainer.
Silver Christmas mini: up to 30 minutes, 2 setups, 10 high-resolution edited digital files. £50 non-refundable retainer.
Introductory newborn session with family poses and several set-ups; includes viewing appointment.
Baby sitter session: up to 1.5 hours, multiple setups and props, includes viewing & ordering appointment.
Family Bronze package with a short studio session and 5 fully edited images.
Gold Christmas mini: up to 40 minutes, 2 set-ups, 1 outfit change, 15 high-resolution edited digital files. £50 non-refundable retainer.
Extended baby sitter session with 10 fully edited images and multiple setups.
Family Silver package with extended coverage and 10 edited images.
Extended newborn session with additional edited images and multiple setups.
Premium baby session with 15 fully edited images and multiple setups.
Premium newborn session with 15 edited images and full family coverage.
Family Gold package with more edited images for larger families.
Comprehensive newborn package with up to 20 edited images and multiple setups.
Top-tier baby session with 20 fully edited images and multiple setups.
Family Platinum package with the most edited images and full session time.