Business Details
9 Years
experience
Award-Winning Maternity Newborn & Baby Photography in Essex
Talissa Fernando Photography is an internationally award-winning maternity, newborn, and baby photography studio based in Great Dunmow, Essex. Established in 2017, we specialise in creating timeless, luxury art pieces that capture the most precious moments of family life. Our tailored photographic experiences are designed to be relaxed and personal, ensuring every client feels confident and comfortable throughout their journey with us. With accolades including Maternity Photographer of the Year and Newborn Image of the Year, our expertise is rooted in over a decade of professional photography experience, including training with industry leaders.We provide couture maternity dresses, high-quality newborn props, and cake smash outfits, alongside optional hair and makeup services, to ensure a seamless and luxurious experience. Our purpose-built studio serves families across Essex, Hertfordshire, and beyond, offering bespoke wall art, print boxes, and albums that preserve memories for generations. Every session is baby-led, prioritising safety and comfort, while our post-session reveal viewings allow clients to select their favourite images and luxury products. Fully insured and committed to excellence, we limit monthly bookings to maintain the highest standards of service and artistry.
Services
Maternity Photography
Newborn Photography
Baby Photography
Cake Smash Sessions
Luxury Art Pieces
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We have won Maternity Photographer of the Year and Newborn Image of the Year awards.
- Our photographer has over 10 years of professional experience and industry-specific training.
- We provide couture maternity dresses, premium newborn props, and cake smash outfits.
- Our sessions are tailored to your family's unique needs and preferences.
- We offer optional professional hair and makeup services for maternity sessions.
Associations and certifications
- Guild of Newborn and Baby Photographers
What people say
Amazing work
Captures great shots
Lovely studio
Expertise in photography
Love and care shown
Services
Maternity Photography
Our maternity photography captures the beauty and joy of pregnancy through creative, award-winning imagery. Sessions take place between 28-32 weeks in our luxury studio, offering couture dresses and accessories. Clients receive a cinematic reveal viewing to select images for bespoke art pieces.
Newborn Photography
Specialist newborn sessions focus on delicate, artistic compositions, ideally conducted when babies are 5-14 days old. Fully equipped with safety-certified props and accessories, our studio ensures a comfortable environment for capturing fleeting early moments with professional care.
Cake Smash Sessions
Celebratory cake smash photography documents first birthdays with playful, mess-free creativity. Sessions include clean portraits, cake interaction, and bubble baths, all with provided outfits and decorations for a joyful, stress-free milestone celebration.
Luxury Art Pieces
Transform photographs into heirloom-quality wall art, print boxes, and albums using professional-grade materials. Each product includes matching digital files, with investment options starting from 399 to suit various budgets and display preferences.
Pre-Consultation
Personalised planning meetings discuss styling preferences, colour schemes, and session goals. This ensures tailored experiences, covering wardrobe choices, prop selections, and product options to create a seamless, stress-free photography journey.
People
Talissa Fernando
Photographer & Studio Owner
Award-winning photographer with over 10 years' experience, specialising in maternity, newborn, and baby photography since 2017. Trained by industry leaders and accredited by the Guild of Newborn and Baby Photographers.
Questions
When is the best time to book a maternity session?
The ideal time is after your 20-week scan, with photography sessions scheduled between 28-32 weeks of pregnancy.
What happens during a newborn photography session?
Sessions occur when babies are 5-14 days old, working around feeding and sleeping patterns with safety-certified props and professional care throughout.
Are hair and makeup services available?
Yes, optional professional hair and makeup artists are available for maternity sessions to enhance your photography experience.
How do I view and select my photographs?
After your session, you'll attend a cinematic reveal viewing to see enhanced images and choose your preferred products for display.
What products are available for displaying photographs?
We offer luxury wall art, timeless print boxes, and premium albums, all with matching digital files included as standard.
