Edinburgh-based First Light Photography creates timeless, natural family photoshoots — newborns, babies, children and family portraits captured with a calm, documentary style.
First Light Photography is a specialist family photography studio based in Edinburgh, led by Ditte Solgaard Dunn. Rooted in a Danish simplicity and inspired by the ever-changing Scottish skies, Ditte’s approach is documentary + editorial — focusing on natural light, genuine moments and understated elegance. If you want family photographs that feel timeless rather than trendy, she is a considered choice for family photoshoots across Edinburgh and beyond. Why choose First Light for your family photos? Ditte’s work blends a refined editorial eye with the warmth of documentary storytelling. She seeks out those small, unscripted moments — a child’s quiet smile, the new-parent gaze, the tumble of laughter around the kitchen table — and captures them with clarity and sensitivity. Many clients comment on her calming presence and the way she helps even the shyest children feel at ease, so photos look and feel like you, not posed versions of you. What makes the sessions special is the relationship-led process. Ditte begins with a friendly conversation to understand your family, the milestones you want to mark and the places that matter most to you. Whether it’s an in-home newborn session, a natural-light portrait in an Edinburgh park, or a relaxed birthday shoot, she gently directs when needed but prefers to document real interaction. The intention is always to create images that will sit comfortably in family albums and on your walls for years to come — timeless, elegant and honest. How she works: sessions are relaxed and adaptable to the rhythm of babies and children. Ditte uses natural light and simple compositions to produce clean, refined images with a creative perspective. After the shoot, she carefully edits and curates your gallery so you receive a cohesive collection of photographs that tell your family’s story. For families who want a physical keepsake, First Light offers beautifully made albums and heirloom prints that echo the same quality and care visible in the photographs. First Light Photography specialises in family, newborn, baby and children photography in Edinburgh. If you’re looking for calm, timeless family portraits that capture real moments and the personalities within your family, Ditte offers an experienced, attentive and stylish approach that puts people first.