Photography New Forest (Joanne Coulter) specialises in family photoshoots in Hythe and the New Forest. Studio white-backdrop portraits and relaxed lifestyle outdoor sessions capturing authentic family moments.
Photography New Forest is a specialist family photography studio rooted in the New Forest and working with families across Hythe and the surrounding Hampshire coast. Founded by Joanne Coulter (est. 2004) and based around The Studio in Beaulieu, the practice combines modern white-backdrop portraits with relaxed, lifestyle outdoor shoots — offering the best of both studio polish and natural, emotive storytelling. Why choose Photography New Forest for your family photoshoot? Joanne and the team treat image-making as an investment in your family’s memory bank. Their approach is warm, artistic and detail-driven: they get to know your personalities beforehand, guide you gently during the session and craft images that celebrate real connection rather than posed stiffness. Whether you prefer crisp studio portraits or candid moments among the trees and heath of the New Forest, the result is contemporary, emotive and designed to be treasured. The studio specialises in newborn, baby and children photography as part of its family offering. Sessions are paced around little ones — naps, feeds and outfit changes are built into the shoot so every portrait feels natural. Families also book shoots for baptisms, communions and milestone birthdays; each session is tailored so the atmosphere is calm, joyful and true to your family’s story. How we work: from an initial conversation to the finished heirloom, the process is collaborative. Joanne advises on outfits and locations, helps with gentle direction on the day and then applies meticulous retouching to ensure every print is perfect. Photography New Forest are perfectionists in post-production and offer luxury presentation options — hand-crafted albums, folio boxes and wall art designed to keep your photographs alive for generations. Based in the New Forest but happy to travel, Photography New Forest brings an experienced, sensitive eye to every family photoshoot. If you want portraits that feel personal, timeless and made to last — photographed by a specialist who understands children, newborns and family dynamics — Photography New Forest in Hythe offers a thoughtful, professional experience focused on beautiful, emotional image-making.