Helen Keast is a Loughborough-based family photographer specialising in natural, relaxed family, baby and newborn sessions. She captures genuine emotions in outdoor and at-home shoots.
Helen Keast is a specialist family photographer based in Loughborough, Leicestershire, with a gentle, people-first approach that has grown from more than a decade of photographing families in the Midlands. A qualified Licentiate of the BIPP (2009), Helen describes herself as a people photographer — her aim is to document real moments and create a genuine photographic legacy families will treasure for years. Helen’s family photography focuses on natural, relaxed imagery. Whether you prefer the soft freedom of an outdoor shoot at a local beauty spot, the comfortable familiarity of your own home, or a simple portrait session, Helen works to create an atmosphere where children and adults feel at ease. She brings practical ideas and playful activities that help children engage, laugh and forget the camera, so the photographs show authentic connection rather than posed stiffness. Working with newborns, babies and children is a particular strength. Helen is experienced at timing sessions and choosing locations that suit young families, and she adapts her pace to suit babies and toddlers. From gentle newborn portraits to candid family walks through the woods, her images are timeless and focused on emotion — the little squeezes, the laughter, the everyday gestures that become the most meaningful photographs. The process is simple and personal: an initial conversation to understand what matters to you, friendly location advice based on years of local shoots around Loughborough and Leicestershire, and a relaxed session designed around your family’s rhythm. Helen’s style favours natural light and unobtrusive direction, so your photos feel like real life, only a little more beautiful. While family photography is Helen’s core specialism, she also works with maternity clients and offers portrait sessions when families want additional options. If you’re looking for a professional family photoshoot in Loughborough that prioritises warmth, authenticity and timeless images, Helen would love to hear about your plans and help you preserve those moments.