Family  photographer Edinburgh

Family  photographer Edinburgh

Natural, relaxed family photographs that feel like you

Family Photographer Edinburgh

Family life doesn’t sit still for long. One stage slips into the next before you’ve quite realised it’s happening, and the photographs you take on your phone rarely capture it in the way you hoped they would.

This is a simple, considered way to create a small set of photographs that reflect your family as you are now.

I offer a limited number of relaxed family photography sessions in Edinburgh and across Scotland each year. Nothing overly styled, and definitely nothing complicated. I give thoughtful direction where needed, and space for things to unfold naturally.

A straightforward, relaxed session

These sessions are designed to feel easy.

There’s no expectation for children to behave in a certain way, and no pressure to produce perfect moments. We work with what’s there on the day, whether that’s energy, distraction, curiosity, or complete chaos.

I’ll guide you when it helps, but most of the time I’m simply paying attention to what’s already happening. That’s where the photographs come from.

Sessions can take place outdoors or at home, depending on what feels right for your family.


What the photographs are like

The aim is not to create something overly polished or staged.

Instead, you’ll receive a set of images that feel familiar when you look at them. The way your child leans into you. The expression you recognise immediately. The small interactions that might otherwise pass unnoticed.

They’re the kind of photographs that make sense now, and continue to matter later.


Family photography Edinburgh mum and son

"I would definitely recommend Donna's services to all the mums out there, especially if you're looking for a friendly, warm and professional photographer who has an eye for detail and a way with kids!

My son loved her and was very responsive to her suggestions."

Lina  F

Edinburgh

Availability

As family photography is no longer a core part of my business, I now take on a limited number of sessions each year alongside my brand photography work.

If you'd like to know a little more about me and how I approach family photography, you can read more here.

If you’re looking for something simple, thoughtful, and well handled from start to finish, you’re very welcome to get in touch.

Best family photographer Edinburgh - daughter whispering into mothers ear

Donna Green
Family Photographer Edinburgh

I’ve spent more than twenty years bringing up children while juggling work, deadlines, logistics, and the general swirl of family life. I understand the pace, the noise, and the way the years slip by even when you’re right in the middle of them.

This is why I approach family photography with patience and realism.

My aim is simple. I create images that feel true to your family now and become the kind of photographs future generations treasure. Warm, natural, and meaningful.

What you'll receive

little girl and boy in the woods

£500, all inclusive

This is a digital-only offering. No products, no complicated selections to make afterwards, just a beautiful collection of images you can keep and use as you like.

  • A relaxed family photography session in Edinburgh or elsewhere in Scotland
  • Guidance beforehand on clothing and simple preparation
  • Your selected digital images, ready for download
  • A curated set of approximately 30 digital images

Kind words from clients

Amy C

Donna was a gem to find! I had several communications with her in advance of my session with her and she was kind, answered all of my questions, and helped me get ready. Donna had so many fantastic ideas of what we could do, how we could pose, and where we should be to get the best shots. She's talented and I am so lucky to have found her. After the pictures were all taken, she stayed in touch and delivered the most stunning pictures. I highly recommend Donna for any pictures you need!!

Georgie A

We loved having our photo shoot with Donna. She put us at ease, she made us laugh, she found a beautiful setting and the photos were absolutely lovely. Thank you so much!

Ciara M

Donna did a great job working with me and my family to produce some lovely shots. She had three generations to work with so it was quite a task.  Donna had infinite patience working with my young daughter who isn't very comfortable at all in front of the camera: she wasn't relaxed at all at the start but Donna's perseverance and willingness to understand how she could help my daughter relax and be at ease, paid off, and in the end, we got some beautiful, natural shots I am very happy with. I am very pleased to recommend Donna, especially if you have children who don't like being photographed! 

Rosemary F

I absolutely loved the photos Donna did for us, they were beautiful. She is so easy to work with, nothing was too much trouble and I really liked the way she had a consultation meeting with us first to get to know me and what I needed. She was so helpful and I will definitely go to her again.

Traci M

Donna Green is a fabulous photographer and not only is she skilled with a camera, her people skills help to make the perfect environment to have your portrait taken. She had me laughing and totally at ease, and I was completely comfortable. She’s such an easy way with making you relax and the end result lets you see yourself as others see you in the best possible way. She’s great with children and adults, which is a rare thing these days!

Karen H

Donna is lovely! She really went the extra mile with our family photos to understand what we were looking for and that showed in the final results. She is brilliant with children and puts them at ease. An excellent service.

Lina F

I would definitely recommend Donna's services to all the mums out there, especially if you're looking for a friendly, warm and professional photographer who has an eye for detail and a way with kids! My son loved her and was very responsive to her suggestions.

Joanne S

We had a family shoot last month and we are so pleased with the pictures.

Donna is so easy to work with she instantly makes you feel at ease and as a result catches some wonderful and natural pictures.

This is the second time Donna has done photographs for us and I will definitely be returning in the future.

Her pictures of the kids are great and she has really captured their personalities. Thanks again.

Karen L

Massive thanks, Donna! I am completely overwhelmed at how well the photos have turned out and every single one is just so beautiful, you are truly awesome and talented, it’s unreal!

You’d never have thought the boy in the photos had just woken up 15 minutes beforehand and said he didn’t want to be in any photos at all, yet you’ve captured him perfectly. Sorry he was a bit out of sorts but you were brilliant at getting him to come round, and he ended up really enjoying it too. Thank you so much.

Dana K

Our kid photos were amazing! Donna is a fantastic photographer with beautiful eyes that naturally capture the beauty of the scenes. She took beautiful shots of our wee one while he was playing, walking, climbing, and meditating.

I strongly recommend Donna. She is professional, and she knows how to deal with kids. Thank you very much, Donna.

Patricia R

There’s only one word – amazing!!

Not only are Donna’s photos amazing, but also the photo shoots. Our kids had a great time, running, jumping, climbing – and Donna is happy to go with the flow and catch the kids’ own specific characters because of this!

An absolutely great experience from start to finish – the girls enjoyed it and the pictures are just stunning! The photos really capture our girls’ personalities and I just love the natural surroundings.

Donna was amazing working with the girls. They are quite lively, but she kept them entertained and engaged. The girls had so much fun! If you are looking for natural photos of your children, I couldn’t recommend Donna any more highly.

Rachael C

I’ve just looked at them … I absolutely LOVE them, they’re my favourite photos that we have EVER had taken. I’ve loved some of the other shoots we’ve had done, but I really think these photos you did are our favourites.

You have captured my children so perfectly, thank you so much!

Rachel M

What fabulous pictures of J you just showed me – actually made me v emotional!

You were brilliant, you have such a talent and really put her at ease to get the shots which I’m sure is the hardest part.

They are amazing – you have really captured her personality to a tee, can’t thank you enough.

Marta S

We had a session and it was a wonderful experience.

Donna has not only an eye to capture the moments beautifully but she is also able to connect with children. They feel relaxed and act naturally what makes the photos even more amazing.

Donna without any doubts is a very talented artist who is able to capture the purity and the real beauty of the child or any object she photographs.

Stunning and highly recommended!

Get in touch

If this feels like the right fit for your family, you can get in touch using the link below and I’ll come back to you with availability.