The photoshoot will be held at my garden studio, which is just off the London Rd in East Grinstead, West Sussex. 28 Halsford Green, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1PB.

Your online gallery will be ready for viewing 2-3 weeks after our session. I always aim to have them ready as quickly as I can.

I understand not all dogs are bouncy and love everyone. I will take some time to get to know them a little bit before we start, and get them used to their surroundings. However, If your dog or pet is aggressive with strangers then this may be more problematic.

Just you, your dog and any of his or her favourite toys. I provide the treats!

Of course! However we will need a bit of extra time so there may be an extra charge for additional pets. This all depends on the package you choose, so just drop. me a little message with your details and we can discuss.

If your dog knows a few basic commands then it would make things run a little more smoothly. However, don't worry if they don't. I will still try my best to capture beautiful photos of your dog and I have a few tricks up my sleeve to capture their adorable and funny expressions!

Yes, please! I love all animals so I would love to meet your other pets!

You have just gone through a life changing experience and grown a tiny little person! How amazing are our bodies! Naturally like most women we have a bit of a love hate situation going on and after pregnancy It's no surprise that you are tired. Your hormones are probably still levelling out too so it’s perfectly normal to be feeling like this. I promise to encourage you and pose you in ways that I think will flatter you. I will use good angles and I can lightly retouch your images. I don’t like to heavily edit and change the way you look! I’m sure you are perfect just the way you are. But I can smooth out your complexion, remove blemishes, add a tiny bit of volume to your hair and reduce dark circles under the eyes. Whatever I do it will be very slight and look natural, and you will look beautiful! Please do let me know if you have any concerns, and we can talk through them together.

I sure do and I also offer bundle packages so you can save some money too!

Most babies take a while to settle and it is completely normal. I have a few tricks to try and help ease them in to a nice deep sleep. The studio will be very warm and I have soothing music or white noise playing which can help.

No problem, I can still take your pictures for you and we'll use a combination of careful posing and retouching where needed, to hide tummy tags from view.

Yes I do! Some of my packages include prints but I do have other artwork available should you wish to order any quality produts to display your beautiful images. These are priced separately from the packages. All of my artwork and prints are ordered from an award-winning printing lab for professional photographers. Not only I have chosen this lab for the great quality products they offer but for every order I place with them they will commit to planting a tree to help replace the wood and energy used in the construction of that product! I wanted to provide artwork that was not only beautiful but sustainable too! You can see examples of the artwork available on display in my studio, so you will be able to see and feel the quality for yourself.

It's really easy, just drop me a message with your details and we can schedule in a call or have a chat online.

Ideally yes, in order for me to start posing your little one we want them to fall in to a nice deep sleep. Once they are in the deep sleep stage, I can safely position them in to comfortable poses and straighten out their little fingers making for the most beautiful images.

You can schedule your photoshoot at any time, but I recommend doing so after your 20 week scan. Due to the nature of newborn shoots, I only book a limited number each month, so please get in touch as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

The editing process usually takes 2-3 weeks. Once I have carefully edited your gallery I will be in touch to let you know. I have three newborn packages to choose from, each one is included with a set number of images. There maybe options to upgrade your package or purchase extra images depending on what package you select.

My newborn studio is located in East Grinstead, which is on the border of Surrey & West Sussex. Within easy reach of Brighton, Bromley, Croydon, Crawley, Crowborough, Edenbridge, Forest Row, Haywards Heath, Horley, Horsham, Oxted, Redhill, Reigate, and Maidstone. ​ The address is: 28 Halsford Green, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1PB.

The best time to photograph your baby is when they are between 5 and 14 days old (a maximum of 21 days). This is when your little one is at their most sleepy and supple allowing for the most safe, natural and snuggly poses.

You will be asked to sign a model release form when you come to the studio. I will only share your images on my website or social media for marketing purposes with your express permission.


Yes! At Hazel Dean Photography, we take care of all the details to make your cake smash photoshoot truly special. We collaborate with a local baker in East Grinstead to create a delicious 6" birthday cake. Before scheduling your session, we will check availability and place the order for your cake. You can choose between Vanilla or Lemon flavors, with a delightful cream and/or jam filling. The cake will be beautifully decorated with soft buttercream icing to match the theme of your photoshoot. Happy days!

You can book your cake smash photo shoot before your little one's birthday, on their birthday or after. It's completely up to you. If you wanted the photos to use for birthday party invitations, for example, then I'd recommend booking at least 5 weeks in advance to ensure you get the images back in time and ample time for order your invites. Ideally, 3 weeks' notice is preferred so that I can arrange the theme and cake; however, I will always try to accommodate.

A cake smash session lasts approximately 1 hour, although my sessions are baby-led so it really does all depend on your little one.

The photoshoot will take place at my East Grinstead Photography Studio. 28 Halsford Green, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1PB. Tel: 07780 614 687

Yes, I have a beautiful selection of wall art on display in the studio so when you come along you will be able to see and feel the quality for yourself.

After our session, I will hand edit your gallery. This usually takes 2-3 weeks. Depending on the package you choose you will have a set amount of images included with your cake smash photoshoot. Extra images can be purchased or you can upgrade your session.

Easy, just drop me a message.

Before we start the cake smash session, I will take a few images of your little one just to warm up. For these portraits, I recommend that your baby wears neutral colours. Try to avoid patterns, logos and characters on clothes where possible. If you would like to have a chat or send me some photos of outfit combos, I'm happy to chat in more detail with you. For the actual cake smash, I might already have an outfit available. So we can talk about this in more detail if you decide to book in with me.

Just send me a message and we can have a chat about your requirements.

The best time to schedule your maternity photoshoot is when you are 28-36 weeks pregnant. Anything after that you are likely to feel tired and uncomfortable.

You do not need to have any previous experience with posing. I will guide you through the posing process. If you have any concerns about stretch marks or any part of your body you feel uncomfortable with, please don't be afraid to let me know. I want you to feel comfortable, and produce beautiful images that you will love, so please discuss any of your concerns with me.

I will contact you as soon as your gallery is finished. This is usually between 2-3 weeks.

Yes definitely! Please bring along your partner and / or children and we can capture some beautiful family-orientated images. We can have a chat about styling and what they should wear before the session.

Having your make-up applied by a professional artist really does make a difference to the final images. Not only that, but isn't it nice to treat yourself and feel pampered for a couple of hours. My top package includes this service as well as some other special bonuses making your maternity photoshoot experience even more memorable.

I have a small and beautiful selection of maternity dresses and materials ideal for creating some gorgeous images! Unless of course you are feeling brave and want me to photograph your amazing body and bump in a very tasteful and elegant way.

Yes! A photoshoot makes a lovely gift; most people forget what you brought them, but when you buy memories you can't go wrong!

Yes if it is local, please just get in touch and we can discuss what it is you are looking for.

Should you wish I do have a selection of framed prints, canvas and other artwork available for you to purchase. I can show you what is available when you come to the studio so you can see the quality for yourself. Each package has a set amount of images included.

I do retouch skin and blemishes in a sensitive and subtle way, so I'm not changing your face or making you look like you have been airbrushed to within an inch of your life.

Please don't, kids often play up to the camera, so I totally expect it, and certainly don't judge. I find it best to encourage natural smiles by being silly and getting on their level!

RAW, unedited images are not available for purchase, simply because they are only "half-baked" and not the finished product the way I envision it to be.

We can discuss this in more detail, but neutral or muted colours that compliment each other are always best. Please avoid, patterns, logos or characters on clothing as these date, and don't always photograph well.

Headshots are best edited in a very simple and non-invasive way, but I can remove spots and blemishes and reduce eye bags.

Yes, of course, I can arrange a hair stylist and make-up artist if requested for an additional fee.

Actors, actresses, and models should have headshots done annually. Unless you are a child model in which case updates need to be made every six months.

Your finished gallery will be ready to view in approximately 2-3 weeks after our session.

Headshots are about your face ultimately. Think about colours that bring out your eyes and suit your skin tone. It's best to avoid patterns and logos as these can complicate a headshot so stick to a solid colour. I always recommend a muted or neutral colour for photos. Subtle textures can add depth and highlight your face.

Yes. To add media follow these steps: 1. Enter the app’s Settings 2. Click on the “Manage FAQs” button 3. Select the question you would like to add media to 4. When editing your answer click on the camera, video, or GIF icon 5. Add media from your library.

To add a new FAQ follow these steps: 1. Click “Manage FAQs” button 2. From your site’s dashboard you can add, edit and manage all your questions and answers 3. Each question and answer should be added to a category 4. Save and publish.

You can edit the title from the Settings tab in the app. If you don’t want to display the title, simply disable the Title under “Info to Display”.