FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY · DURHAM & THE NORTH EAST

Little moments
mean the world.

Natural photographs of your most important people, by someone who cares as much as you do.

STUDIO & LOCATION PHOTOGRAPHY
A little of life, captured forever.

Sleeping baby wearing a star headband and cuddling a soft toy
THE WHITLEY CAPTURESTime, captured.
Rachel smiling outdoors in a soft blue jumperTHE FACE BEHIND THE CAMERA

A LITTLE ABOUT ME

Your favourite people. My care and patience.

Hello, I’m Rachel. A family photographer, a mam, and the woman behind The Whitley Captures.

Your family is your world. From the tiniest new arrival to the wonderfully chaotic family photo, I take the time to help everyone feel at home. My little studio is in Sherburn Hill, Durham — or we can head out into the beautiful North East together.

Rachel x

More about me

EVERY CHAPTER, BEAUTIFULLY CAPTURED

A little moment for everyone.

From the first flutter to the first birthday, and all the lovely life in between.

LET’S CAPTURE SOME MEMORIES

It starts with a hello.

Tell me a little about your family and the photo shoot you have in mind. I’d love to hear from you.

A new arrival.
A growing family.
A moment worth keeping.

Getting your enquiry form ready…

Prefer email? thewhitleycaptures@gmail.com

Legacy Photography Awards Excellence distinction, newborn category, February 2026 — sleeping baby in blue, photographed by Rachel Whitley

A LITTLE RECOGNITION

Memories captured with care and recognised with pride.

I’m grateful to have my work recognised by photography awards, especially whe little people in front of my camera always come first.

My awards and the stories behind them

KIND WORDS

A little love, from my families.

What can I say…the images are stunning. Rachel was amazing with the kids, giving them gentle direction to be able to get the best shots. I’m blown away by the quality of the pictures and I can’t wait to come back and document more growing up of the kids.
— Helen M
Visited twice now and over the moon with all photographs we have received. Lovely lady, welcoming atmosphere and amazing quality photographs. We wouldn’t use anyone else now.
— Kelly C
Amazing photographer with great style and an eye for a great shot.
— Hannah R

YOUR NEXT CHAPTER

Let’s capture it together.

Tiny toes, big cuddles, or just being yourselves. I’d love to photograph your story.

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