Capturing precious moments

Welcome to Julia Barnes Photography, where I specialise in relaxed and intimate family and child portraits. Based in North Somerset, I focus on preserving real expressions and the beautiful small details that make your family unique. Let me tell your story through timeless images.

My photography services

I offer a range of photography services designed to reflect the magic of your family and children. Each session is tailored to you, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience that results in beautiful, authentic photographs.

Child portraits

Discover enchanting child portraits that capture the unique spirit and imagination of your little ones. From playful smiles to thoughtful gazes, I create beautiful memories you'll treasure forever.

Family portraits

Capture the love and connection of your family with relaxed and intimate portrait sessions. I focus on genuine interactions, ensuring every photograph reflects your family's true essence.

Newborn & baby

Celebrate the arrival of your newest family member with tender newborn and baby photography. These sessions are designed to be calm and gentle, capturing those precious early moments.

Maternity sessions

Document the beautiful journey of pregnancy with a maternity session. I create elegant and heartfelt images that celebrate this special time in your life.

About me

For as long as I can remember, photography has been a constant source of joy and inspiration for me. Alongside being a paediatric nurse and mum to two little boys, it's one of the many hats I wear. Capturing images of families and children comes naturally to me as it's something that brings together many of the things I love most - the joy of childhood, family connections, and the beauty of the outdoors.

Working with children every day has given me a genuine appreciation and understanding of little personalities and emotions, which naturally carries through into my photography. It's of utmost importance to me to make you and your little ones feel comfortable, which in turn gives me the opportunity to preserve those little details and moments which pass by all too fast. My goal is to create warm, timeless images that you'll look back on for years to come.