Children's Portrait Photographer in Bury
Fine Art and At-Home Children's Portrait Photographer Across Manchester
I’m a children’s photographer based near Bury, creating timeless, expressive portraits for families across Manchester and surrounding areas. From fine art sessions to relaxed at-home and bespoke portrait experiences, every session is designed to feel calm, natural and beautifully considered.
Carefully styled, timeless portraits with a refined, artistic feel. Designed to create striking images that feel both modern and enduring.Available for families across Bury and Greater Manchester.
A full studio experience, brought to you. Using professional lighting and backdrop, I create beautiful, natural portraits in the comfort of your own home.
Host a Portrait Session in Your Home
A relaxed and social way to experience a portrait session. Invite friends, enjoy a beautiful setup in your home, and capture timeless portraits together. Available across Greater Manchester.
Hi, I’m Nicola, a mum of two and a children’s photographer with 23 years of experience.
I photograph kids where they’re happiest — at home, in nurseries, or during fun studio days — capturing moments you’ll treasure forever.
Sessions are relaxed, natural, and yes, a little bit of fun is guaranteed!
Behind the scenes of a fine art children's portrait session in Bury, Manchester.
Alongside at-home portrait sessions, I also offer occasional pop-up portrait days and hosted sessions, across Bury, Manchester and surrounding areas, giving families a range of options to suit their needs. Whether in your own home or at a carefully chosen location, each session is thoughtfully designed to create timeless portraits you'll treasure for years to come.
Kind Words From Parents
Can't recommend enough.. Nicola is so lovely and helpful, has recently gone the extra mile on some photos for me. 10/10
Zoe - Bolton, Greater Manchester
Wow! We had an at home portrait photo shoot in Middleton Manchester. We got so many photos to choose from, and the final edits of the photos are amazing. Nicola was so good with my son and captured him perfectly in the photos. We can't wait to get them.framed and up on the wall.
Rina - Middleton, Manchester
Nicola is so amazing we booked her for our daughter and she has done an amazing job, will definitely book her again affordable prices. Love it
Ilunga - Blackley, Manchester
FAQs
Where do you travel to for at-home portrait sessions?
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I photograph families across Bury, Radcliffe, Whitefield, Prestwich, Middleton, Ramsbottom and Bolton, as well as South Manchester including Didsbury, Chorlton, Sale and Altrincham and surrounding areas. If you’re unsure whether I travel to you, just get in touch. I’m always happy to help!
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What age children do I photograph?
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What makes your sessions different?
I photograph babies, children and teenagers. Every session is relaxed and guided, helping children feel comfortable, so I can capture natural expressions and timeless portraits.
Do I need a large space for an at-home portrait session?
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No, not at all. I can work with most spaces, even if it means moving a sofa for a while. But please don’t put me in a broom cupboard. Even I have limits to where I can take your children’s portraits!
Do you offer group or hosted portrait sessions?
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Yes - I also offer hosted portrait sessions, where families invite friends and I bring my studio set up to your home. It’s a relaxed and social way to capture beautiful portraits together and great value to boot.
Me! With over 20 years photographing children, you can definitely say that I have the magic touch. I know how to quickly help even the shyest child feel relaxed and comfortable. My photo sessions are warm, friendly and fun, with plenty of chat, laughter and gentle direction along the way, helping to capture natural expressions and genuine personality.
The result is beautifully crafted, professionally edited portraits that feel timeless, expressive and truly special - photographs you’ll love and be proud to display in your home.
