The Whitley Captures

Natural photo shoots, where your most important people are my most important people too. Based in Sherburn Hill, Durham, covering the North East.

Mini Shoots

Back to School

Back to School

My school minis are available on request throughout the year, so whether your little one is starting a new year in September, or graduating to big school at a different time, you can capture that memory!

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Bluebells

Bluebells

Available April or May. A big favourite, the bluebells are simply breathtaking. In a wooded area in central Durham, I capture beautiful moments along winding paths lined with bluebells of you and your family. Pets welcome.

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Woodland

Woodland

Within a few minutes drive from the studio, the woodland areas I use to capture beautiful natural and posed images surrounded by green and golden leaves are often deserted, providing a fun and safe space in nature for your mini shoot.

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Beach

Beach

Usually at either Seaham or Crimdon, beach shoots are a both beautiful and fun. Captures moments of pebble throwing, castle building and even paddling (if you're brave enough in the cold water!). Pets welcome.

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A location of your choice

A location of your choice

If you have a favourite location nearby to wander and explore, I can meet you there for a 30 minute mini shoot! Contact me for availability, and note there may be additional expenses involved.

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Baby & Newborn

Baby & Newborn

A posed photo shoot perfect for babies from newborn to sitting, and include sibling and family captures too!

Portraits

Portraits

Portraits are for small groups, of two or less (or 2 plus a baby), and are available in my studio or on location.

Family

Family

Available in the studio or on location, my family photo shoots include a mix of posed and natural shots of you and your family of any size.

On Location

On Location

Whether you have a location in mind, or need some inspiration, outdoor shoots are lots of fun in the glorious British weather!

Cake Smash & Bath

Cake Smash & Bath

Cake smashes are suitable for up to age 4, and include a custom design to suit your preferences, and the cake to take home to finish off. Additional bath splashes are available as an add-on.

Sitter

Sitter

Sitter shoots are ideal for babies who can sit and / or stand aided, but aren't yet walking. It's a wonderful milestone to capture, full of smiles.

Corporate

Corporate

I offer a variety of corporate packages, including product photography, portraits, buildings and events.

Landscape Prints

Landscape Prints

Our landscape art is available to purchase as a hard copy, with the option to add a simple black, white or wooden effect frame. Prices vary.

What people are saying

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Thank you so much for our amazing photos; they are perfect for our two little girls. Highly recommend and can not wait to see you again in the future. Very professional and photos are outstanding.

Zoe E

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We have had a number of photoshoots now with Rachel including Christmas, wildflowers and Easter ones. In each session she has so wonderfully managed to capture our little boy. Whether this be throwing fake snowballs with him or running around the wildflowers she has managed to make taking photos of an energetic little boy looks easy & natural. Rachel's photos are such lovely keepsakes & we know we will be going for more photoshoots in the future!

Heather T

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I have had multiple shoots for my little boy and Rachel has been excellent for each one. I love her style of photography and how she manages to catch the lovely special looks. I have recommended Rachel to all my friends and will look forward to more shoots in the future.

Sophie W

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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

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Gorgeous photos again! Aged 9 months, 2, 6 and 8 years and Rachel got them all to cooperate and we got some amazing photos. Have used Rachel many times before and will continue to do so

Emma S

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We recently booked Rachel for our little girls 1st birthday cake smash and bath and it was such a great experience. Rachel was really informative on what to expect and the day went fantastic. We've just received the photos today in a timely manner and they are so amazing. Can't wait to find an excuse to book with you again!

Sophie L

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