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Relaxed outdoor family portrait photographed by Jo Leeson in Surrey

For the years you'll want back.

Relaxed, natural family photography in Surrey, Sussex & Kent.

Jo Leeson, family photographer based in Lingfield, Surrey

My Story

I'm Jo, a family photographer based in Lingfield, on the Surrey, Sussex and Kent border.


Since becoming a mum, I've become even more aware of how quickly family life changes. My daughter is growing up faster than I'd like, and the photographs I treasure most are the ones that take me straight back to a particular time in our lives.


That's what I want to give the families I photograph. A lovely mix of everyone together, looking at the camera, and the little moments that happen naturally along the way.


When I'm not behind the camera, you'll usually find me with my family, walking Bella (our labradoodle) or getting stuck into a good psychological thriller. And I've watched Dirty Dancing more times than I should probably admit to.

No perfect behaviour required.

You don’t need children who sit still, smile on command or do exactly what they’re told. There’s no pressure for anyone to be on their best behaviour.

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My sessions are relaxed and gently guided, with a mixture of photographs looking at the camera and plenty of time for children to explore, play and be themselves.

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I’ll give you direction when you need it, so you’re never left wondering what to do, but nothing needs to feel stiff or overly posed.

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If someone needs a snack, a cuddle or a few minutes to warm up, that’s absolutely fine. We’ll get the photographs of everyone together, but we’ll also leave plenty of room for all the little things that happen in between.

Young boy smiling as he leans against a tree during a relaxed outdoor family photography session.

What to Expect

Before Your Session

During Your session

After Your Session

Once you're booked, I'll help you choose a location and give you all the information you need to prepare, including advice on what to wear. You don't need to turn up knowing what to do. That's my job.

We’ll keep things relaxed. I’ll gently guide you when needed, but there’ll be plenty of time for walking, playing, cuddling and letting the children be themselves. We’ll get those lovely photographs of everyone together too, without spending the whole session posing for the camera.

Within two weeks, you’ll receive a fully edited online gallery to look through at your own pace. You can choose your favourite images included with your package and, if you fall in love with more, you’ll have the option to upgrade.

Mother and young daughter holding hands as they walk through a sunlit meadow during an outdoor family photoshoot.

See a Full Family Gallery

A portfolio shows you my favourite photographs. A full gallery shows you what you can expect from your own session. The big moments, the little details and everything in between.

Pricing

Petite Session

A smaller gallery with the same relaxed experience.

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Available on weekdays


- Around 15 images to choose from

- 5 digital images included
- Option to purchase more

£250

Full Session

A larger gallery with more images included.

 

Available any day

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- Around 30 images to choose from

- 10 digital images included
- Option to purchase more

£375

No time limits and no rushing. Whichever option you choose, we'll take the time we need to get a lovely variety of photographs of your family.

Limited Edition Sessions

At certain times of the year, I offer a small number of seasonal family sessions on selected dates.

Family photographed among spring bluebells in a Surrey woodland

Bluebells

Bluebell mini sessions in an ancient woodland.

Family portrait in a lavender field in Surrey

Lavender

Lavender mini sessions amongst the rows of purple.

Family Christmas photoshoot surrounded by real Christmas trees

Christmas

Christmas tree mini sessions at a Christmas tree farm.

Kind Words

"I absolutely loved our photos and you can tell how much effort Jo had put into capturing our special moments. They were so beautiful and these are memories that I will have forever."

- Aisha -

Common Questions

Let’s Plan Your Session

Family of four sharing a cuddle in a sunlit meadow, with a young daughter kissing her mother during an outdoor family photoshoot.

If you’d like photographs of your family as they are right now, I’d love to hear from you. Tell me a little about your family and what you have in mind, and we can start planning your session.

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