Hanworth maternity specialist Bani Culshaw crafts elegant, natural pregnancy portraits in a calm Hampton Hill studio. Relaxed sessions, gowns provided, and caring guidance to celebrate your bump.
I specialise in maternity photography from my warm, light-filled studio in Hampton Hill, serving Hanworth and the surrounding area. I’m passionate about preserving this fleeting, powerful chapter in a woman’s life — the glow, the connection and the quiet beauty of expectation — and I approach every session with care, calm and an eye for classic portraiture. Why choose me? I combine sensitivity and experience to create images that feel timeless rather than trendy. My studio is stocked with a curated collection of glamorous maternity gowns so you don’t have to worry about wardrobe; whether you want naturally soft portraits or more stylised, dramatic shots, I’ll help you choose looks and poses that flatter and feel authentic. I believe a great maternity photograph is a pause button on life: a picture you and your child will treasure. My approach is relaxed and collaborative. Before your session we’ll have a friendly chat to understand what matters to you, discuss styling and any personal items you’d like to include. I recommend booking after your 20-week scan and aiming to photograph at about 32–34 weeks when the bump is beautifully defined. On the day I create a calm environment with gentle direction so you can relax and enjoy the experience. I photograph both intimate solo maternity portraits and images that include partners and older children — capturing the family connections that grow as a new baby approaches. If you’d like a longer creative experience, I also offer combined sessions that connect maternity work with a newborn shoot, so the story of your baby’s arrival is told in two thoughtful sittings. From lighting and posing to post-production, my goal is to deliver expressive, beautifully finished images that feel genuine and elegant. My style leans toward classic, emotive portraiture that puts the focus on you and the life you’re nurturing. If you’re expecting and would like a relaxed, professional maternity photoshoot in Hanworth, I’d love to talk. Get in touch and we’ll plan a session that celebrates this extraordinary time with warmth, style and a gentle, reassuring approach.