PHOTO express specialises in family photography in Edinburgh. Relaxed studio or on-location shoots for newborns, babies, children and family groups, finished with in-house printing and retouching.
PHOTO express is a family photography specialist based at the east end of the Meadows in Edinburgh. With a long tradition of working with local families, we create relaxed, authentic portraits that reflect real relationships — from newborns and babies to children and extended family groups. Our approach is gentle and patient: we prioritise comfort, natural expression and a calm atmosphere so every sitting feels more like a pleasant family visit than a formal photo session. We are set up to shoot in the studio or on location depending on what suits your family. Studio sittings give us complete control of lighting and background choices; location shoots capture your family in familiar, meaningful surroundings. Newborn and baby sessions are handled with extra care and flexibility, allowing for feeds and breaks and gentle posing to ensure your little one’s comfort throughout. Every image is processed in a colour-managed environment and is checked and refined by the photographer. Subtle retouching and colour correction are applied where needed to present each portrait at its best while retaining a natural look. Because we produce prints and presentation pieces in-house, you’ll benefit from close attention to finish: choose multi-aperture frame designs, chunky box canvases, foldered prints or bespoke framing options crafted to suit your home. How we work: we start with a short pre-session conversation to understand what you want — formal portraits, relaxed lifestyle images, or a mix. On the day we take time to make everyone comfortable and capture plenty of variety so you can choose the images you love. Final images are previewed with you in the studio, where we help select sizes and presentation styles that fit your space. PHOTO express combines traditional portrait skills with the latest imaging techniques to deliver family photos you’ll cherish. If you’re looking for specialist family photography in Edinburgh — newborns, children, baptisms, communions or birthday portraits — get in touch to arrange a relaxed, personalised sitting and see your family through our considered, professional lens.