Fulham-based maternity photographer specialising in natural, flattering pregnancy portraits. Heather creates light-filled, gently posed and candid images that celebrate motherhood and prepare beautifully for wall art.
Heather Neilson is a Fulham-based specialist in maternity photography, known for creating soft, light-filled portraits that celebrate the beauty and quiet power of pregnancy. With a background in fine-art portraiture and years photographing families across West and South West London, Heather brings a considered, gentle approach to every bump photoshoot. Her signature look favours natural light, outdoor landscapes and golden-hour glow — the sort of soft, flattering atmosphere that makes maternity portraits feel timeless rather than trendy. Why choose Heather? She combines technical skill with a calm, reassuring manner that helps expectant mothers feel comfortable and radiant in front of the camera. Heather understands how to pose in ways that flatter the bump and the body at every stage, and she often recommends sessions at around 30–35 weeks when the silhouette reads beautifully. Partners and older children are warmly welcomed — Heather’s goal is to capture true family connection as well as elegant solo portraits of the mother-to-be. How she works: each maternity session begins with a conversation about your vision — whether you prefer gently-posed portraits among long grass, intimate window light at home, or more lifestyle, narrative images with family. Heather scouts beautiful local locations in Fulham and nearby parks and times shoots for the softest light, often early morning or late afternoon. She blends unobtrusive direction with moments of candid ease, creating a varied gallery that includes classic portraits, close-up details of hands and bump, and relaxed images that feel like honest memory rather than a staged set. A photographer with editorial experience and published work, Heather cares deeply about the finished print. She helps clients envisage how their portraits will look in the home and can guide choices that translate beautifully to fine-art prints and albums. Above all, Heather aims to give mothers a calm, joyful session and a collection of photographs that will be treasured for years — images that capture the anticipation, tenderness and grace of this unique chapter. If you’re in Fulham or West London and looking for a specialist maternity photographer who values natural light, timeless portraiture and a relaxed, personalised experience, Heather would love to hear about your ideas and help design a session just for you.