Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Cambridge Family Photographer & Baby Photography Studio
Established in the late 1960s, Dumbletons Photography Studio has been capturing timeless family moments in Cambridge for over five decades. Our studio combines classic charm with modern techniques to create authentic, artistic portraits that celebrate the unique bonds of families, newborns, and individuals. Led by Peter Romantowski since 2008, our team specialises in newborn, maternity, baby, and family photography, prioritising safety and comfort during every session.We offer bespoke services including pet photography, headshots, and cake smash sessions, ensuring each client receives personalised attention. Our commitment to quality and natural storytelling has earned us recognition as Cambridge's trusted family photographer, with a focus on preserving fleeting moments into heirloom-quality images.
Services
Family Photography
Newborn Photography
Maternity Photography
Baby Photography
Children Photography
Headshot Photography
Couple's Photography
Pet Photography
Cake Smash Sessions
Women's Portraiture
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of combined experience in Cambridge family photography
- Specialised newborn safety-certified photography sessions
- Personalised approach to capturing unique family stories
- Award-winning artistic portraiture techniques
- Comfortable studio environment for relaxed photography sessions
What people say
Fantastic photos
Professional service
Excellent picture quality
Treasure always
Highly recommend
Services
Newborn Photography
Specialised newborn photography capturing delicate details with safety-certified techniques. Sessions focus on natural poses and parent interaction, preserving early milestones. Our studio provides props and outfits while maintaining a warm, controlled environment for optimal comfort and safety.
Family Photography
Timeless family photography documenting multi-generational connections. Sessions accommodate extended families with custom compositions, offering both studio and location options. We specialise in candid interactions and coordinated group arrangements for lasting heirloom-quality images.
Maternity Photography
Elegant maternity sessions celebrating pregnancy journeys. Our studio provides flowing garments and fabric draping techniques to highlight natural beauty. Sessions include styling guidance and positioning expertise to create emotive, artistic representations of expectant motherhood.
Pet Photography
Custom pet photography sessions capturing animal personalities in studio settings. We accommodate various species with specialised treats and equipment to ensure comfort. Sessions include interactive play elements to produce natural expressions and bonding moments with owners.
Cake Smash Sessions
Celebratory cake smash photography for first birthdays. We provide themed setups, cleanup assistance, and multiple outfit changes. Sessions combine traditional portraits with spontaneous messy moments to document joyful developmental milestones in vibrant, colourful compositions.
People
Peter Romantowski
Lead Photographer
Professional photographer with 15+ years' experience leading Cambridge's premier family photography studio. Specialises in newborn safety techniques and natural storytelling. Holds technical expertise in lighting and composition for emotive portraiture.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialise in?
We combine classic portraiture with modern documentary styles to capture authentic family interactions and milestone moments across all our Cambridge photography sessions.
How should we prepare for a family photo session?
Coordinate outfits in neutral tones, bring personal items for meaningful compositions, and allow 1-2 hours for relaxed shooting with natural breaks between poses.
Are newborn photography sessions safe?
Yes - our photographer holds specialist training in newborn safety, using professional equipment and never leaving infants unattended during poses.
Can we include pets in family portraits?
Absolutely - we have experience photographing pets and provide treats and toys to ensure comfortable, engaging sessions capturing your pet's unique personality.
What's included in cake smash photography?
Themed setup, cleanup assistance, multiple outfit changes, and both posed and candid compositions capturing your child's joyful interaction with the celebratory cake.
Do you offer photography mentoring?
While not our primary service, our photographer occasionally shares technical insights during sessions about lighting and composition for personal photography improvement.
