Specialist family photographer based in Shirley (Solihull). Claire creates natural, timeless family, maternity and newborn portraits with a warm, bespoke studio or lifestyle at-home approach.
Claire Robotham is a specialist family photographer based in Shirley, Solihull, with a clear focus on creating natural, timeless portraits that families treasure for generations. With a background in design and more than a decade of experience, Claire positions family work at the heart of her practice—bringing a calm, creative and considered approach to maternity, newborn, baby and children photography. Her signature is a bespoke, friendly experience. Before any session Claire takes time to learn about your family so the shoot feels personal rather than formulaic—she’ll start with a chat to understand what matters to you and how you’d like to display your images. The result is photography that looks and feels like you: relaxed, emotive and carefully composed for the places your pictures will live in your home. Claire shoots from a custom-built, private, air-conditioned studio in Shirley where she uses ethically sourced, handmade wraps, props and backdrops to enhance each portrait. For families who prefer a more documentary approach, she also offers lifestyle in-home sessions—capturing genuine interactions in the comfort of your home. Sessions are unhurried and child-friendly; Claire’s gentle, conversational manner helps even camera-shy little ones settle so she can record those candid smiles and fleeting expressions. Safety and quality are central to Claire’s practice. She has undertaken specialist newborn training and continually invests in her craft and equipment to provide a safe, comfortable environment for the youngest clients. Every image is individually hand-edited to Claire’s signature finish, reflecting her training, attention to detail and creative eye. Clients receive their images via a private, password-protected online gallery, with straightforward options for prints and wall art so you can easily turn favourites into framed heirlooms. Pets and siblings are welcome—Claire understands that a complete family portrait often includes every member of the household. If you’re looking for a family photographer in Shirley or the surrounding Solihull area who combines a warm, personal service with artistic, long-lasting imagery, Claire offers a thoughtful, professional approach tailored to your family. Get in touch for an initial conversation—Claire will put the kettle on and help you plan a session that reflects your family’s personality and values.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
One-hour Christmas themed session with three professionally edited digital images and private gallery.
Single-setup pet session with three high-resolution digital images and private online gallery.
One-hour Christmas session with six edited digital images and private gallery.
One setup one-year session with three high-resolution digital images and private online gallery.
One-hour Christmas session with ten professionally edited digital files and private online gallery.
2 hour studio newborn session focused on baby-only images. Includes private online gallery and 5 professionally edited digital images.
Attendance by a second professional photographer to increase image coverage and perspectives.
Two-setup pet session including family imagery and ten high-resolution digital images.
Two-setup cake smash session with cake provided, sibling and family images and ten high-resolution digital images.
Newborn studio package presented via a private password-protected online gallery. Includes 10 digital images and complimentary prints.
Comprehensive pet session with multiple set-ups, the full set of high-resolution images and a voucher towards wall art.
Extended cake smash session with multiple setups, full image set as mounted prints and a voucher toward wall art.
Up to 4 hour family session in studio including baby, parents and siblings. Typically 60+ images to choose from and 15 edited digital images supplied.
Shorter coverage well-suited to smaller single-venue gatherings and elopements, with edited images delivered via private gallery.
Lifestyle in-home newborn/family session with typically 100–200 images presented via a private online gallery; includes complimentary prints.
Premium session with the entire gallery supplied for download with full printing rights, plus 10 mounted prints.
Full day wedding coverage from preparations through to first dances with a private online gallery, USB presentation and highlights slideshow.