Natural, relaxed family photography that captures your family's story

Family Photographer in Lanarkshire, Dumfriesshire, Lothians & Beyond

Your family is always growing and changing. The little hands that reach for yours, the giggles that fill your home, the cheeky smiles, the cuddles and even those wonderfully chaotic moments — these are the memories that become more precious with time!I'm Lorna, a family photographer based in South Lanarkshire, and I love capturing the genuine connections that make your family unique. My approach is relaxed and natural, creating photographs that reflect who you are together, rather than a collection of stiff poses and forced smiles. Whether your children are full of energy, a little shy in front of the camera, or somewhere in between, I'll help you feel comfortable and enjoy the experience. You don't need to know how to pose, and your children don't need to behave perfectly. Simply come as you are, spend time together, and let me capture the little moments that make your family yours.I photograph families in Lanarkshire, Dumfriesshire, Lothians and surrounding areas, creating heartfelt images you'll treasure for years to come.

My style is natural, heartfelt and focused on connection 

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Family photographs that feel like you

The most meaningful family photographs aren't always the ones where everyone is looking at the camera. Often, they're found in the in-between moments — a little hand held tightly in yours, a shared joke, a spontaneous cuddle or the way your children look at you when they think nobody is watching. My style is natural, heartfelt and focused on connection. I'll offer gentle guidance when needed, but I also leave room for your family to interact naturally, allowing your personalities and relationships to shine through. Whether you're looking for beautiful portraits to display at home, photographs to share with loved ones, or memories to look back on as your children grow, my aim is to create images that bring you right back to how this chapter of your life felt.

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A relaxed family photoshoot, without the pressure

I know that booking a family photoshoot can sometimes feel a little daunting. You might be wondering what to wear, whether the children will cooperate, or if everyone will feel comfortable in front of the camera. Please don't worry — you don't need to have everything perfectly planned. I'll guide you through the process, helping you feel at ease while allowing the session to unfold naturally. There's time for cuddles, laughter, playfulness and little breaks when needed. If your children want to explore, run around or show me their favourite things, we can embrace that too. The aim isn't to create a perfect-looking family. It's to capture the love, personalities and connections that make your family special.
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Family photography for every stage of life

Every family has a story worth remembering, and there is no perfect age or occasion to have your photographs taken. Perhaps you want to capture your children's personalities while they're still little, update your family photographs as they grow, celebrate a new addition to the family, or bring everyone together for a special occasion. Whatever stage you're at, a family photoshoot is an opportunity to slow down, spend meaningful time together and preserve memories that might otherwise pass by in the busyness of everyday life. And don't forget to get in the photographs yourself! As parents, we're often the ones taking the pictures. These photographs are for you, too — so your children can look back and see the love and happiness you shared together.
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Where will your family photoshoot take place?

Based in South Lanarkshire, I'm ideally situated to photograph families across Lanarkshire, the Lothians and Dumfriesshire. Being centrally located means I can travel to a variety of beautiful locations, helping you find the perfect setting for your family's photoshoot. Whether you have somewhere special in mind or would love some suggestions, we'll find a location that feels right for you.


Why choose Lorna Johnstone Photography?


Lorna was fantastic and so lovely, she made us feel completely at ease for our outdoor family photo shoot, it was the first time we've done something like that. My 1 year old was not in good form and quite upset but it didn't phase Lorna, she reassured us loads that it was ok. We could not be happier with the photos, they are absolutely brilliant. We would highly recommend Lorna Johnstone Photography! 5
Cannot recommend Lorna highly enough - she came to take photos of a special family celebration and this once done in a very relaxed manner with some fun thrown in for good measure - captured the occasion perfectly - thank you!!
We had an excellent family photo shoot with Lorna. Delighted with the photos from the day! We would highly recommend Lorna Johnstone Photography.

1 Hour Family Photoshoot

PACKAGE 1

£150The Details:
* Family photoshoot can include pets.
* Prints & digital images are avilable to purchase.

* Booking fee of £40 required to confirm booking.

* Extra charge of 55p per mile applies if over 25 mile trip from my home.

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Includes X4 free high resolution digital images.

All images edited to a high standard.

Delivery of 30 + edited digital images.

Flexible Session Duration  

PACKAGE 2

SHORT 45minS or 1 hour plus for larger families.

£ Dependent on duration

The Details:* Family photoshoot can include pets.* Prints & digital images are available to purchase.* Booking fee of £40 required to confirm booking.* Extra charge of 55p per mile applies if over 25 mile trip from my home.

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Pricing & digital downloads tailored to each shoot.

All images edited to a high standard.

GIFT VOUCHERS

PACKAGE 3

£ Dependent on duration

The Details:

Vouchers can cover a full photoshoot of 1 hour @ £150 or part payment towards packages 1 or 2.


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Ready to book your family photoshoot?

Your children won't stay little forever, and family life can change in the blink of an eye. A photoshoot gives you the chance to pause for a moment and preserve this chapter of your family's story. If you're looking for a family photographer in Lanarkshire, Dumfriesshire, Lothians or the surrounding areas, I'd love to hear from you.Get in touch and tell me a little about your family and what you'd love to capture. We can chat about your ideas, find a location that suits you and plan a relaxed session that feels right for your family.Let's create some beautiful memories together.Lorna x

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