Hannah Hodgson Photography

Hannah Hodgson is a specialist maternity photographer based in Carshalton, bringing a documentary-led eye and a gentle, human approach to pregnancy photography. Her work is rooted in a long-standing fascination with family, memory and the natural world — a sensibility that shapes every maternity session. Rather than staged poses, Hannah focuses on the quiet, unscripted moments that make this chapter so singular: the soft gestures, the expectant stillness, the everyday tenderness that becomes memory. Her practice grew from an early love of photography and formal training in documentary photography. That background gives Hannah a calm observational style: she knows how to move with the flow of a family, noticing the small gestures and shaping them into emotive, honest portraits. Sessions are shot using natural light and a relaxed balance of documentary and guided portraiture so that mothers-to-be feel seen and at ease, not directed. The result is imagery that feels timeless, intimate and true to your experience. Most sessions take place in the comfort of your home or at a meaningful outdoor location close to Carshalton. Hannah values familiar surroundings because they bring out authenticity — favourite objects, the way light falls across a room, the small rituals that mark family life. She works sensitively and patiently, creating a reassuring atmosphere that helps clients relax and connect with the moment. Choosing Hannah means working with someone who treats your pregnancy as an important story to be preserved. Her documentary roots and experience as an educator inform an approach that is gentle, attentive and creative. She listens to what matters to you, adapts to the pace of the day, and frames images that celebrate both the emotional and material details of this time. If you’re looking for maternity photography in Carshalton or nearby areas of Surrey and South London, Hannah offers a personalised, specialist service that honours the journey to motherhood. To discuss a session or to share ideas for a location that matters to you, please get in touch via the contact form or by email. Hannah welcomes conversations about how to capture this fleeting, meaningful chapter with care and craft.