Yvonne at Lightsmith Photography specialises in relaxed, in‑home and outdoor family photoshoots around High Wycombe. She captures candid, documentary moments and authentic portraits of babies, children and families.
I’m Yvonne Phillips — a family photographer based near High Wycombe who’s obsessed with capturing real life. My work centres on relaxed, documentary and lifestyle family photography: the unposed, heartbeat moments that tell the true story of your family. Whether it’s a newborn’s first sleepy curl, a toddler mid-cartwheel, or grandparents sharing a private joke, I aim to turn everyday connections into artful images you’ll want on your walls. Why choose me? I’m warm, down-to-earth and used to working with all ages (and occasionally a muddy dog). Clients tell me I’m great with kids and calm under pressure — which matters when you want natural smiles, not staged ‘say cheese’ faces. I value diversity and accessibility and do my best to make every family from every background feel comfortable and seen. How I work: we start with a relaxed chat (usually on Zoom) to get to know each other, tease out what you want to communicate and plan the shoot so it feels easy. For many families I recommend in‑home lifestyle sessions — this is where your life actually happens and where people feel most themselves — but I also love outdoor locations for seasonal minis like autumn shoots. I never over-direct; instead I prompt playful moments and photograph the genuine interactions that follow. Newborns, babies, children, baptisms, communions and birthdays — I bring the same gentle, observant approach to each: sensitive timing, patience and an eye for small details that say so much. If you’re after something a little more styled, we can plan a lifestyle session that still feels natural but is beautifully composed. For quicker updates, my seasonal mini sessions are perfect for capturing a slice of your family’s now. The result is a gallery of honest, emotive images you’ll return to for years — quiet moments, big belly laughs and everything in between. I’ll guide you on what to wear, help with light styling ideas and make the whole session as relaxed and fun as possible. If you’d like to see whether we’re a good fit, let’s have a no-obligation Zoom and a cuppa — I’d love to hear your story and help you capture it.