The most relaxing and wonderful baby photography experience
With over 600 baby portraits lovingly captured - you are in safe hands
Newborn and Family Photography for Edinburgh and East Lothian - with optional FREE bump shoot
Reserve Your April or May Session Now and Receive a FREE 20 Page book of your shoot*
*For bookings made online from 8th April on with all packages £149 and above.
Beautiful, stress free photo experience.
No fighting city centre traffic
No parking woes
No need to bring food or snacks
After you park right at our door we’ll meet you there, invite you in, get the kettle on, fire up the coffee machine and bring out some snacks.
We’ll chill for a bit as you ease into your beautiful photo session.
It’s what we do.
What Should I Do next ?
Either fill in the easy form below and we’ll call to answer any questions – or use the diary at the bottom of this page to reserve your baby session with one of our amazing packages.
We’ll help you pick a time that suits your family. If you would like a free bump shoot too we will chat with you to get that in the diary too. It’s great to be able to see your whole story over the two shoots. And we will include the bump shoot with your chosen package.
Enjoy a relaxed photoshoot
We’ll call to chat about what to bring, what to expect – and we’ll also post out our studio magazine. Then on the day of the shoot – no rush, plenty of time to relax on our big comfy sofas and chill with snacks and drinks provided.
Return for your viewing
See your portraits on the big screen and choose your favourites.
What will it cost? That depends on how many photos you fall in love with and how you’d like them. Choose from prints, frames, books and of course digitals.
Take home beautiful portraits
Frames, wall portraits and collections available.
Reserve your place now - and if you want a free bump shoot just let us know when we call to chat about your sessions.
The safe, experienced choice for your baby’s first portraits.
Bringing your baby to the studio should feel exciting, not stressful. We’ve photographed over 600 newborns and babies, and our team is fully trained to keep your little one comfortable and safe throughout. You can sit back, enjoy a coffee, and know you’re in experienced hands.
A calm, welcoming studio made for families
Parents often tell us they feel at ease the moment they walk in.
Our studio is designed to be warm, relaxed, and family-friendly — a space where you can slow down, enjoy the experience, and let us take care of everything.
Our online diary is below, but if you’d like an informal chat first then fill in this wee form and Allison will be in touch asap
Maternity – 30 + weeks – whenever bump is big 🙂
Newborn – First two to six weeks for perfect, sleepy newborns, but it’s also still very beautiful up to 3 months old.
Baby – 4 months to 7 months. More awake, but those lovely first smiles!
Sitter Sessions – Around 7-10 months on (or when your child is self-supporting and sitting up)
1 year old – Cake Smash or paint party !
If you are unsure call Allison on 0131 605 6768
It’s best to book before baby arrives — we’re one of the busiest baby studios in Scotland and often book 3–6 weeks ahead. If baby is early or late, we’ll reschedule for free.
Can me and my partner and older kids be in a few photos?
Absolutely — we love including parents and siblings. Some of the most popular images chosen are the family ones.
Can we bring the family dog ?
If your dog is well behaved enough – yes. But sometimes it’s best to wait until sitter session with doggy that is amazing and will give you the complete family set of photos. Your baby sitting up with doggy gives amazing results.
What about packages?
We are very much one of the best studios in the country for the choice of ways to have your photos. We have ready made packages from £149.
Where are you based?
Our studio is just outside Edinburgh, on farmland with easy access from the A1. You’ll avoid city traffic and parking stress — just drive up, park right at the door (for free, all day), and relax. Perfect for families from Edinburgh, the Lothians, and Fife.
What if my baby doesn’t settle?
That’s normal! We allow plenty of time, take breaks whenever needed, and never rush. A relaxed baby makes for the best photos — and we’ve got the patience of saints.
Is my baby safe?
Absolutely. We’ve photographed over 550 babies and our amazing baby photographer Leanne has the nickname of “The Baby Whisperer” !
Some testimonials...
Highly recommend, Amazing experience start to finish !!!! I booked a newborn photoshoot. Leanne was amazing with my newborn , she was so patient and kind with her. Leanne came up with great poses not only just for my newborn but for the family pictures too. Alison and Grahame was amazing too, they went above and beyond. From start to finish, when we came back to view the pictures they were amazing. Had a lovely sideshow of all the pictures and I even cried !!!! Pictures were amazing and recommend the products they thought was best. My child is going back for sitter pictures as part of the package I picked, I cant wait for more pictures to be done. GWS team you guys are amazing !!!! Thanks for an amazing experience.
Shannon, Musselburgh, East Lothian
Highly recommend GWS Photography, the whole experience was amazing. Leanne is so talented and made me feel amazing at my bump shoot. The pictures she got exceeded my expectations and made me feel amazing.
Ali kept in touch with me behind the scenes and always made sure we were well looked after with her outstanding communication and treats when we attended the studio.
During the newborn shoot, my baby was so safe with Leanne and was settled by her easily when he was unsettled.
Our pictures turned out absolutely amazing. when we went to the studio to view them, Graeme and Ali made us feel so welcome and comfortable, spoke through all of our options to get our pictures to us, and we now have memories to keep forever.
Cannot recommend Leanne, Ali and Graeme enough for everything they done for us and will forever speak highly of them after the experience they gave us 
Cara
I was so apprehensive about baby photography and wondering if I would get a good studio for my little princess shoot, I contacted GWS and Alison was nothing but an angel, the studio is serene, services are superb and you get value for your money. The team were very accommodating to my family and the shots are amazing 😍. I will definitely have more memories captured by GWS photography. Skylar looked amazing 😍 thank you Ali.see you at cake smash 😍😋❤️. I recommend this studio 💯for all new parents out there, it’s worth the drive you won’t regret it.
Brenda, Edinburgh
