Family, Newborn & Maternity Photographer in Derbyshire
Also offering documentary wedding photography across Derbyshire and beyond.
Becoming a mum is what first sparked my love for photography. After having my own family photos taken, I started thinking about how I wanted our memories to be captured and remembered — and that is what led me here.
Today, I photograph maternity, newborn, family and wedding stories in a beautiful way.
This is for the couples who kiss like no one is watching, who would write love letters to each other like it’s the 1950s, and who love so loudly, hopelessly and deeply that it almost feels unreal.
It is for the mothers who dream so loudly for their children that the whole house seems to feel it. For the families who want to remember the tiny hands, the sleepy cuddles, the chaos, the closeness, and all the moments that feel ordinary now but will one day mean everything.
For the parents who kiss their newborn with so much love it can almost be felt through the photograph.
So if you are a dreamer like me, someone who understands that you can completely romanticise life while still living it in the most raw and real way, I might be the right person to capture your story.
Wedding Photography for couples who kiss like no-one is watching
The quiet kind of love
Of all the quiet moments, this one felt like forever
A little piece of the day that will only grow more precious with time
Testimonial
"Simona photographed our wedding recently and captured some great images throughout the day. Right from the start Simona made us feel comfortable and was unobtrusive. She seamlessly worked in the background and didn’t make us feel directed. Yet somehow managed to capture every special moment beautifully. Very happy with the quality and the storytelling of the images which really summed up our day."
Sharon & Darren
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“The moment we accessed Jane’s website, we were instantly drawn to her work. Jane is like sunshine; she comes into your life and brings so much light, joy, and energy.“
Andy Ferguson
Filmmaker
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“Jane’s art is filled with vibrant colors and intricate details that are impossible to miss. Her work is a true reflection of her personality - warm, welcoming, and full of life.“
Andy Ferguson
Filmmaker
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"A beautiful experience with Simona. Thank you so much. You were wonderful from start to finish. Couldn't be happier with the photos, thank you for being so accommodating and for beautiful photos we will treasure forever"
family & NEWBORN photography in derbyshire
Come as you are...
I’m a lifestyle photographer based in the East Midlands who captures the beauty of real, unfiltered moments—whether they’re small and quiet or grand and bold, but always genuine and full of heart. I seek the warmth of natural light, and wherever it falls, we will follow its path, letting it lead us to the heart of the moment. Come as you are, bare your soul, and let the world see you in your truest form. For me, perfection isn’t the goal—it’s love, raw and unpolished, in all its beautiful imperfection. My purpose is simple: to save the moments that are yours alone, and etch them into time, forever a part of your story.
ABOUT SIMONA
Hi there! I'm Simona, family & newborn photographer with a storytelling edge based in Derbyshire.
I'm a coffee lover with the heart of an old soul and mother of two amazing girls.
So far, motherhood has been the hardest and most beautiful story to live, and it's the reason I want to tell yours!
Raw, real, and utterly yours!x
The moments that feel ordinary, but mean everything later
I offer relaxed newborn, family, maternity, and couples photography across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and the surrounding areas.
newborn, family & maternity photographer derbyshire
Is lifestyle photography the right choice for you?
For me, it was lifestyle photography that truly captured my heart and sparked my passion for family sessions. Before discovering the work of talented lifestyle photographers, I didn’t even know this style existed. I was unaware of how beautiful and authentic photography could be. I had always thought of photography as studio-based, with posed smiles directed at the camera and while I know many people love this style, and there is real artistry in it, I was completely captivated by lifestyle photography. I was drawn to its warmth, its natural, candid smiles, and the carefree, genuine emotion that flowed through each image.
I love that lifestyle photography often takes place in locations that hold deep meaning for families or couples—whether it’s their home or a special place that feels uniquely theirs. Years later, when they look back at those photographs, they won’t just remember that day, but they’ll be transported back to the feeling of that moment in time. Perhaps they’ll still be in the same home, but in a different chapter of their lives, or they may have moved to a new place and reflect on the memories of a past home.
What I also love about lifestyle photography is that it allows me to get to know you better, to connect with you in a real, meaningful way. It’s a chance to laugh, to let go, and to capture you exactly as you are—authentic, unposed, and full of life.
So, if this resonates with you, then lifestyle photography is likely the perfect fit for you.
The in-between days —
messy, slow, and completely beautiful.
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