Specialist family photography in Gelligaer and Blackwood. Julian creates relaxed, natural family portraits—newborns, babies, children and milestone shoots with a gentle, fun touch.
I’m Julian — a family and portrait photographer based in Gelligaer with my studio on Blackwood’s main street. For more than 15 years I’ve been photographing real family life: the small, candid moments, the laugh-until-you-cry group shots, and the quiet, tender connections between parents and their newborns. I believe family photography should feel easy, natural and enjoyable — not staged or stressful — and I build every session around that idea. Why choose Fulton Studios for your family photoshoot? My process is simple and personal. We start with a friendly chat so I understand what matters to you — whether you want relaxed studio portraits, an outdoor location shoot, or a session tailored to newborns, babies and children. My tone is fun (but not TikTok-dancing), gentle, and reassuring — I’ll guide you through poses and prompts so even camera-shy little ones feel at ease. My studio offers a calm environment for babies and family groups, and I’m happy to take advantage of nearby locations for more natural, lifestyle images. What makes my approach special is a focus on atmosphere and listening. I treat your session as your day: prepared, relaxed and centred on your family’s personality. Over the years I’ve learned how to capture authentic expressions and fleeting moments that become treasured family portraits. I also place a high value on quality — from the way I light and compose an image to the finished products I offer — ensuring your photographs look beautiful on the wall or in an album. How we work together: after your shoot I’ll bring you back for a viewing where we select the images that best tell your family’s story. I keep the whole experience warm and personable, and I’ll answer any questions about prints, wall art and keepsakes during that meeting. Whether you’re booking a newborn session, a birthday milestone, communion or baptism portraits, or a relaxed children-and-parents family shoot, I’ll create a session that reflects who you are. Living locally with my wife Lisa, our large family and a house full of pets, I understand family life — the chaos and the love — and I make it my aim to capture it beautifully. If you want family photos that feel honest, relaxed and full of character, let's talk.