Business Details
Newborn & Maternity Photography in Chelmsford, Essex
Bella Vita Photography has been capturing life's fleeting moments since our establishment in Chelmsford, Essex. Our purpose-built studio offers a tranquil environment for newborn, maternity, and sitter sessions, ensuring clients experience professional expertise honed through hundreds of successful photoshoots. We combine creative vision with technical proficiency to produce timeless imagery, using carefully curated props and outfits to personalise each session. Our approach prioritises client comfort and flexibility, accommodating changing due dates by maintaining minimal monthly bookings while offering coordinated packages for maternity and newborn photography.With over decade of combined experience in infant and family portraiture, we demonstrate industry-leading skills in capturing authentic expressions and milestone moments. Our reputation as trusted specialists in newborn photography is evidenced by client testimonials praising our patient, unhurried approach and ability to create heirloom-quality images that preserve precious memories.
Services
Newborn Photography
Maternity Portraits
Sitter Sessions
Studio Photography
Baby Milestone Photos
Family Portraits
Highlights and features
- We offer specialist newborn photography experience with over 10 years combined expertise
- Our purpose-built studio provides a calm, controlled environment for baby's comfort
- We maintain flexible booking options to accommodate changing due dates
- We provide coordinated maternity and newborn package options
- Our photographers demonstrate proven expertise in handling infants with care
What people say
Baby whisperer
Completely at ease
Hearts melt
Wonderful photoshoot
Soothe and pose
Services
Newborn Photography
Specialist photography for infants aged 7-14 days, capturing their natural poses and expressions in a controlled studio environment. Sessions last 2-3 hours with flexible scheduling options to accommodate changing due dates. The studio provides a variety of props and outfits for creating timeless, memorable imagery.
Maternity Photography
Timeless maternity portraits focusing on celebrating pregnancy at 30-32 weeks. Includes professional styling with custom-made gowns and bodysuits during one-hour studio sessions. Designed to make clients feel comfortable while capturing the beauty of motherhood through classic, flattering compositions.
Sitter Sessions
Photography for babies confidently sitting unaided (typically 6-9 months old). Sessions capture developing personalities through expressive portraits using age-appropriate props and outfits. The one-hour studio session focuses on documenting key developmental milestones in a fun, pressure-free environment.
People
Jo
Photographer
Award-winning photographer specialising in newborn and family portraiture with over 10 years' experience. Known for natural, emotive style and exceptional ability to engage infants during photoshoots while maintaining a relaxed atmosphere for parents.
Questions
What is the best age for newborn photography?
The ideal window is 7-14 days old when babies are most sleepy and flexible. We can accommodate older infants but results may vary.
How long does a session typically last?
Newborn sessions take 2-3 hours allowing for baby's comfort, while maternity and sitter sessions are one hour each.
Can I book maternity and newborn photography together?
Yes, we offer combined packages with discounts for booking both services together.
What should we bring to the session?
Everything needed is provided at our studio, including outfits and props. Bring baby essentials like nappies and wipes.
How to book a session?
Contact us via phone or website to check availability, with flexible scheduling options to accommodate changing due dates.
Reviews (2)
Sophie Everitt
Aug 12, 2018
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I absolutely LOVE the photos Jo took of my little family! We have some truly heart-melting memories to treasure now of our little girl at just a couple of weeks old and for that we will be eternally grateful.
Jo was so patient and fantastic handling Chloe so that she was happy and relaxed having her pictures taken. Lloyd and I also thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Jo during our shoot as we chatted whilst waiting for our little one to cooperate and I also when I had to have a break to feed Chloe. I can't recommend Jo enough for capturing these special memories for parents. Having had an emergency
Jo was so patient and fantastic handling Chloe so that she was happy and relaxed having her pictures taken. Lloyd and I also thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Jo during our shoot as we chatted whilst waiting for our little one to cooperate and I also when I had to have a break to feed Chloe. I can't recommend Jo enough for capturing these special memories for parents. Having had an emergency
Laura Davies
Jun 16, 2018
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Jo came to our home to do photos with us and our newborn baby Myra, and we couldn't be happier with the result! We have a set of pictures that make our hearts melt and we have had lots of compliments on them from friends and family. Jo also took the pictures in the week right after Christmas, despite a last minute booking and got the pictures back to us really swiftly. However, what particularly set her apart was the way she handled the shoot. Jo was so warm and friendly, and totally unhurried, she put us all at compete ease and stayed for few hours to get perfect shots. But it also wouldn't be
