The Visual Storyteller at Joanne Lewis Photography Studio

Joanne Lewis — The Visual Storyteller — is a Hertford-based family photographer who specialises in creating warm, honest portraits that feel like your family’s story, not a posed catalogue. With years of experience photographing newborns, children and families from bump to toddler years, Joanne blends a documentary eye with gentle direction to help everyone relax and enjoy the experience. Why choose Joanne? Her approach is rooted in storytelling: she looks for the small everyday connections — the hand on a shoulder, the shared laugh, the quiet cuddle — then crafts images that will become family heirlooms. Whether you prefer the calm of her Hertford studio or the natural backdrops of local parks and woods (bluebells in spring, golden leaves in autumn), Joanne knows how to use light, location and simple prompts to reveal true personalities. What makes the experience different: Joanne’s sessions are designed to be positive, easy-going and child-friendly. She guides games, songs and gentle activities so children feel engaged instead of pressured, and she works around newborn feeding and sleep rhythms when babies are part of the shoot. Joanne’s training in newborn safety and studio lighting means you can trust her to handle delicate moments with care while still producing those dreamy, timeless images. How she works with you: every family session begins with a friendly pre-shoot conversation to find out what matters most — favourite clothes, meaningful locations, or ideas for wall art. On the day she creates a relaxed atmosphere where real life can unfold; after the shoot you’ll be invited to view a fully edited gallery and choose the images that best tell your family’s story. Many clients love her photographic wall art and albums for sharing and displaying at home. Joanne is experienced working with multigenerational groups, babies at milestone stages, and small businesses seeking personal brand imagery that sits naturally alongside family work. She also enjoys supporting local community groups and families with additional needs, always tailoring sessions to suit individual comfort levels. If you want family images that look and feel like you — honest, joyful and crafted with care — Joanne would love to help capture this chapter. Book a chat to discuss a family photoshoot in Hertford or on location across Hertfordshire.