Family, Newborn & Maternity Photography in Brighton & Hove, Sussex.

Natural, timeless family photography in the comfort of your home or in beautiful outdoor locations across Brighton, Hove, Sussex and London.

Meet your Brighton family photographer

Hi, I’m Irma, a specialist newborn, maternity, and family photographer based in Brighton & Hove. I create relaxed, storytelling-style images that feel like you, no studios, no forced poses, just honest moments and gentle guidance.

Whether you’re welcoming a new baby or capturing the joy of your growing family, I bring the session to you, in your home, at the beach, or wherever feels right.

Brighton Newborn photograpgher posing with her own newborn daughter at home in Brighton.
Portrait of award-winning family photographer Irma Arrowsmith who is based in Brighton & Hove.

The Sessions

  • Brighton family portrait taken on the beach in Hove. Natural, unposed family photography in Sussex. Brighton family photoshoot capturing personalities of you and your children.

    Family Photography Brighton

    Real connection, not perfect posing.

    My Brighton family sessions are relaxed, natural, and led by your family’s energy. Whether we're by the sea, exploring the South Downs, or in the comfort of your home, I’ll capture the real moments that matter.

    Favourite locations include Brighton Beach, Stanmer Park, Devil’s Dyke, and the South Downs, or we can stay home, where little ones feel most at ease.

    These sessions are all about movement, emotion, and joy. Just bring your people and I’ll do the rest.

    Book your family photoshoot
  • Award-winning Brighton newborn photographer capturing unposed baby portrait of little boy on changing mat whilst getting changed by his parents.

    Newborn Photography Brighton

    Those early days are fleeting: tiny toes, sleepy smiles, the way they curl into your chest. My Brighton newborn photography sessions take place in your home, where you and your baby feel most comfortable.

    With a calm, baby-led approach, I’ll capture those natural, emotional moments, the cuddles, the yawns, the quiet in-between.

    What’s included:

    In-home session at your pace

    Gentle guidance for beautiful, unposed imagery

    Parent & sibling images included

    Soft, natural editing with an artistic touch

    Book your newborn session
  • Brighton maternity photographer capturing pregnant belly of a woman sitting in chair with her cat during an at home pregnancy photoshoot. Natural maternity photography in Sussex.

    Maternity Photography Brighton

    Pregnancy is powerful and your story deserves to be told.

    My maternity photography in Brighton is relaxed, natural, and full of emotion. Whether it’s at the beach, a park, or your home, we’ll capture your connection to this growing life with images that feel effortless and true to you.

    Book a maternity session and receive 20% off your newborn shoot, the perfect way to tell your full story, from bump to baby.

    Maternity sessions are best held between 28–34 weeks.

    Explore maternity sessions
  • Kids birthday party photographer Brighton, Sussex. Birthday party photographer specialising in unposed party photography with a documentary approach to event photography.

    Kids' Birthday Photography in Brighton & Sussex

    My children’s birthday photography is all about capturing the joy, chaos, and magic of your child’s special day, without turning it into a photoshoot. Whether it's a first birthday at home or a garden party with family and friends, I document the celebration as it happens, with a natural, storytelling style.

    No posing. No pressure. Just real moments, from eating the birthday cake to cuddles with grandparents, so you can relax and enjoy the day, knowing it’s all being captured beautifully.

    Learn more or enquire
Black and white photo of a woman holding a baby, looking up at a child standing on stairs. Lifestyle newborn photography in Sussex. Unposed, authentic and relaxed newborn portraits.

Why Families Choose Me

✔️ No Studio, No Stress – I come to you, so everyone stays relaxed and real
✔️ Baby-Led & Child-Friendly – Sessions move at your pace, with plenty of breaks and play
✔️ Natural, Artistic Style – No stiff posing or props — just honest, beautiful storytelling
✔️ Thoughtfully Edited Images – Clean, timeless tones you’ll love for years

Ready to Book?

Whether you’re newly pregnant, in the thick of newborn days, or looking to capture your family as they grow, I’d love to tell your story.

📍 Based in Brighton & Hove | Serving families across Sussex, the South East & London
📸 In-home and outdoor sessions only — no studio

Follow along for more insights on capturing family memories through photography @irma_arrowsmith!

🌈 Fun & Festive: Brighton Pride 2025: loud, proud, and full of colour! 🏳️‍🌈✨ What a morning! #BrightonPride #irma_arrowsmith #LoveIsLove
🌈 Fun & Festive: Brighton Pride 2025: loud, proud, and full of colour! 🏳️‍🌈✨ What a morning! #BrightonPride #irma_arrowsmith #LoveIsLove
Three weeks in Vietnam with our daughter: street food, scooters, water parks, night markets, beach days and a lot of Exploding Kittens. I wasn’t working, but of course I brought my camera. And without planning to, I ended up photographing the
Three weeks in Vietnam with our daughter: street food, scooters, water parks, night markets, beach days and a lot of Exploding Kittens. I wasn’t working, but of course I brought my camera. And without planning to, I ended up photographing the kind of moments I always come back to: the in-between, unposed stuff that actually says something. Just in a louder, hotter, more colourful place. I wrote a blog about our little Vietnam adventure and how travel, family, and street photography overlap more than you’d think. 👉 [link in bio] #familyphotography #documentaryfamilyphotography #travelwithkids #vietnampics #naturalfamilyphotos #streetphotography #realfamilymoments #familyholidayphotography
Back at The Secret Campsite near Lewes — second year in a row. There are loads of great places to camp in Sussex, but this one suits us. You park in a field, load your stuff into a wheelbarrow, and walk it along an old railway line to your pit
Back at The Secret Campsite near Lewes — second year in a row. There are loads of great places to camp in Sussex, but this one suits us. You park in a field, load your stuff into a wheelbarrow, and walk it along an old railway line to your pitch. No cars, no signal, no noise. Just a decent amount of space and some very enthusiastic birds. It was properly hot this weekend. We spent most of it finding shade, avoiding effort, and the kids had a water fight to stay cool. We mostly sat in the shade and did very little. Nothing fancy. Just quiet, trees, and time to switch off. We’ll be back again next year — probably with the same routine. Thank you @thesecretcampsite!🙏❤️ #SussexCamping #TheSecretCampsite #Lewes #SouthDowns #CampingWithKids #OffGridWeekend #UKCampsites #SlowDays #FamilyCamping #OutsideNotOnline #NoSignalGoodSignal #WildCampingUK #WheelbarrowLife
Older kids don’t always love the idea of being photographed - and that’s completely fair. They’ve outgrown the novelty of it, and they’re more self-aware. But give them time, space and zero pressure… and something shif
Older kids don’t always love the idea of being photographed - and that’s completely fair. They’ve outgrown the novelty of it, and they’re more self-aware. But give them time, space and zero pressure… and something shifts. These two started off unsure but ended up having a great time! These photos are from a shoot in Herne Hill, South London - one of those sessions that’s a quiet reminder of why these in-between years matter just as much as the early ones. I’ve written a blog about what documentary family photography really looks like when your kids aren’t little anymore. You can read it via the link in my bio. #hernehill #londonfamilyphotographer #olderkidsphotography #familyphotographyUK #realfamilymoments #teenphotography
No toys. No bribes. Just real smiles. 😊✨ As a documentary family photographer, I’m often asked how I manage to get kids smile naturally during a session. Here’s the secret 👉 I don’t make them smile. I just give them space to be
No toys. No bribes. Just real smiles. 😊✨ As a documentary family photographer, I’m often asked how I manage to get kids smile naturally during a session. Here’s the secret 👉 I don’t make them smile. I just give them space to be themselves. In my latest blog, I’m sharing 5 ways I capture real joy form children - no props, no pressure, just pure personality. 💬 Tap the link in bio to read it now. 📍 Sussex | Surrey | London #documentaryfamilyphotography #toddlersmile #honestmotherhood #familyphotographeruk #brightonfamilyphotographer #realfamilymoments
Sunshine, blossoms, and all the love 🌸☀️ A peek into my Spring Family Mini Sessions in beautiful Dulwich Park! Thank you to all the amazing families who joined me - you brought the magic to every frame.❤️ 👉🏻 Head to the blog for the full story and more photos (link in bio)! 📍Dulwich Park, South London 📸 Irma Arrowsmith Photography #DulwichPark #LondonFamilyPhotographer #SpringMiniSessions #FamilyPhotographyLondon #NaturalFamilyPhotos #MiniSessionsLondon #DulwichPhotographer #LondonMums #LifestylePhotographerLondon #FamilyPhotoShoot
Sharing some more photos from our Vietnam trip 🇻🇳 📍THE LANTERN LADY, HOI AN, VIETNAM 🏮 If you’re in Hoi An with kids, a lantern workshop is a solid choice. 👌 It’s hands-on, calm, and they get to make something start to finish. Ivy
Sharing some more photos from our Vietnam trip 🇻🇳 📍THE LANTERN LADY, HOI AN, VIETNAM 🏮 If you’re in Hoi An with kids, a lantern workshop is a solid choice. 👌 It’s hands-on, calm, and they get to make something start to finish. Ivy was all in — folding, gluing, choosing colours… 🎨✂️ It might not be ideal for really little ones (sharp tools, a bit of patience needed), but for school-age kids, it works. ✅ Touristy, sure. But also part of the real rhythm of this place. #HoiAnWithKids #VietnamTravel #LanternWorkshop #DocumentaryFamilyPhotography #IrmaArrowsmith #FamilyAdventure #TakeMeBack
It’s a reminder of what my job really is about. Being invited into people’s everyday lives - capturing the ordinary moments, without any staging or pretending. My goal isn’t to create perfect pictures, but to capture what’s
It’s a reminder of what my job really is about. Being invited into people’s everyday lives - capturing the ordinary moments, without any staging or pretending. My goal isn’t to create perfect pictures, but to capture what’s real and lasting. When a family sees that in their photos, it confirms what I set out to do. Reading messages like this always makes me stop and appreciate the trust people give me. #SussexPhotography #LondonFamilyPhotographer #NewbornPhotography #CandidFamilyMoments #AuthenticFamilyPhotos
During our Vietnam adventure, I brought the GoPro to VinWonders in Phu Quoc and honestly forgot I even had it with me half the time - it’s that small and easy to use. No messing around with settings or gear, just point, press, and it catches a
During our Vietnam adventure, I brought the GoPro to VinWonders in Phu Quoc and honestly forgot I even had it with me half the time - it’s that small and easy to use. No messing around with settings or gear, just point, press, and it catches all the fun, even mid-splash or flying down a slide. The waterpark was way bigger than I expected - giant slides, wave pools, lazy rivers… I was mostly just trying to keep up with my daughter! The GoPro made it easy to catch a few moments along the way without slowing us down. #familydocumentaryphotography #vietnam #PhuQuoc #travelingwithkids #GoProOnTheGo #TravelLight #VinWonders #waterfun
Why book a family photoshoot? Because time moves. Kids grow. Places change. And sometimes, you’re on the edge of something new - like this lovely family, who wanted to mark their move from Portslade to Lancing with a few honest images of life
Why book a family photoshoot? Because time moves. Kids grow. Places change. And sometimes, you’re on the edge of something new - like this lovely family, who wanted to mark their move from Portslade to Lancing with a few honest images of life as it was. A family session doesn’t have to be formal or posed. It can be a walk along the beach, a few quiet moments together - just as you are. If you’ve been thinking about it, this is your sign. #FamilyPhotoshoot #WhyPhotographyMatters #LifestyleFamilyPhotography #SussexPhotographer #PortsladePhotographer #LancingPhotographer #IrmaArrowsmithPhotography
🌈 Fun & Festive: Brighton Pride 2025: loud, proud, and full of colour! 🏳️‍🌈✨ What a morning! #BrightonPride #irma_arrowsmith #LoveIsLove Three weeks in Vietnam with our daughter: street food, scooters, water parks, night markets, beach days and a lot of Exploding Kittens. I wasn’t working, but of course I brought my camera. And without planning to, I ended up photographing the Back at The Secret Campsite near Lewes — second year in a row. There are loads of great places to camp in Sussex, but this one suits us. You park in a field, load your stuff into a wheelbarrow, and walk it along an old railway line to your pit Older kids don’t always love the idea of being photographed - and that’s completely fair. They’ve outgrown the novelty of it, and they’re more self-aware. But give them time, space and zero pressure… and something shif No toys. No bribes. Just real smiles. 😊✨ As a documentary family photographer, I’m often asked how I manage to get kids smile naturally during a session. Here’s the secret 👉 I don’t make them smile. I just give them space to be
Sunshine, blossoms, and all the love 🌸☀️ A peek into my Spring Family Mini Sessions in beautiful Dulwich Park! Thank you to all the amazing families who joined me - you brought the magic to every frame.❤️ 👉🏻 Head to the blog for the full story
Sharing some more photos from our Vietnam trip 🇻🇳 📍THE LANTERN LADY, HOI AN, VIETNAM 🏮 If you’re in Hoi An with kids, a lantern workshop is a solid choice. 👌 It’s hands-on, calm, and they get to make something start to finish. Ivy It’s a reminder of what my job really is about. Being invited into people’s everyday lives - capturing the ordinary moments, without any staging or pretending. My goal isn’t to create perfect pictures, but to capture what’s During our Vietnam adventure, I brought the GoPro to VinWonders in Phu Quoc and honestly forgot I even had it with me half the time - it’s that small and easy to use. No messing around with settings or gear, just point, press, and it catches a Why book a family photoshoot? Because time moves. Kids grow. Places change. And sometimes, you’re on the edge of something new - like this lovely family, who wanted to mark their move from Portslade to Lancing with a few honest images of life