Welcome to Ilkeston's much loved Family Portrait Studio
Relaxed, fun portraits for everyone
I’m a family photographer in Ilkeston welcoming families and couples from Derby, Nottingham and across the East Midlands.
Your photoshoot takes place in a characterful old mill with free parking and furry friends are very welcome too! 🐾
With over 30 years behind the camera, I understand the experience matters just as much as the photographs. Expect a warm welcome and a relaxed unhurried session full of laughs where everyone can simply be themselves.
At your viewing, you’ll see your photos in colour and black and white and be able to choose from prints, frames, print blocks or digital file packages.
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Paul Haynes
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£45Your photoshoot includes:
A One Hour Photoshoot
A relaxed hour in my spacious studio with plenty of poses to capture everyone at their best.
One Free
8"x10" Print
Your session includes one 8"x10" print of your favourite image.
Multiple Backgrounds
Every session is shot on three different backgrounds creating a beautiful choice of images.
Colour & Black and White
See all your images in colour and black and white then pick your favourites.
Let's Get You Booked In
I can't wait to welcome you. Here's how it works in three simple steps.
Buy your voucher
Secure your £45 session online in just a few clicks. It makes a lovely gift too.
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Your voucher arrives by email within minutes. Just print it off and bring it with you.
Book your photoshoot
Call or email me to arrange your session. We’ll find a day and time that suits you.
The studio is open 7 days a week with evening and weekend sessions too.
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Kind Words From My Wonderful Customers
A massive thank you to Paul for our amazing photos. He did such a great job and had so much patience with our kids aged 8, 6 and 2, making sure they had fun rather than finding it a chore. We received the photos within a week too, which we were really impressed with. We have so many up around our house and have had huge compliments on them.
Natalie & Adam
A beautiful studio and the most warm, professional photo shoot we have been to. We never realised this experience would be so enjoyable but Paul made us feel extremely welcome with plenty of cups of tea and coffee on hand. He was very professional and creative and knew exactly what he was doing. We would highly recommend him and will most definitely be coming back.
Matt & Becky
An absolutely brilliant experience with a very talented photographer. He really put my family at ease in his stunning studio and produced some beautiful photographs. Happy to recommend to others and we will go back.
Paul Annable
We were bought a studio session for Christmas and were initially quite apprehensive about the whole thing! Paul was lovely and immediately put us at ease. He was very professional and got some great shots from what was quite a challenging audience! The result was better than I thought possible. Would highly recommend.
Jenny Pritchard
I wanted some pictures of our puppy while she was still small and Paul was kind enough to let us bring her to his lovely studio. We'd never had our photos taken professionally before so were a bit nervous, but Paul was great. He really made us feel at ease and was so patient with Bella, who wasn't the easiest to work with! The pictures look fantastic. Super impressed, I really can't recommend Paul enough.
Allison Byatt
This was the best experience for our first photoshoot. We felt comfortable and relaxed from the start, with a really chilled vibe and no pressure or judgement. The studio is a really nice, clean space and our photos have come out beautifully. I would 100% recommend this studio and photographer!
Ella Fletcher
Your Images are Works of Art
Your photographs deserve to be seen and displayed. That's why I've handpicked the finest products from my trusted suppliers.
Wall Art
Classic Frames, Print Blocks, Box Frames and Metal Prints. Each one is made to show off your favourite image beautifully in any home.
Digital File Packages
Choose five or ten favourites or take home every image with The Digital Collection. All files come in colour and black and white with full printing rights.
Prints
Beautiful 8"x10" prints in elegant presentation folders. Perfect for your home or as a thoughtful gift. Buy 3 and get 1 free.