Annie Griggs Photography

Annie Griggs is a multi-award winning portrait photographer who specialises in creating natural, timeless portraits for families, babies and professionals. Working from a cosy High Street studio near Harpenden, Annie’s approach blends a warm, relaxed atmosphere with careful technical craft so every session feels comfortable and every image feels honest. Her work is rooted in capturing real connections and small details—the smile, the tiny fingers, the confident look that says “this is me.” Why choose Annie for your portrait photography in Harpenden? Annie has built her practice around making sessions enjoyable and stress-free. With awards and recognition from The Guild of Photographers, the Master Photographers Association and the London Portrait Group, she combines creative vision with proven technical skill. Clients repeatedly praise her friendly, calming manner and her ability to guide everyone—children, newborns or business clients—so they look and feel their best in front of the camera. What makes her portrait studio special is its atmosphere: a comfortable, listed building studio where clients can relax, change outfits and enjoy a personal, unhurried session. Annie tailors each shoot to the family or individual, whether that’s a flowing maternity portrait, the delicate poses of a newborn, playful toddler milestones, or a confident professional headshot for LinkedIn and business profiles. She focuses on composition, light and genuine expression over gimmicks, producing timeless images you’ll be proud to display. How Annie works: every session begins with friendly pre-shoot advice to plan outfits, props and the mood you want. On the day she creates a calm, positive environment—especially important for babies and young children—so the experience is as memorable as the final photographs. After the shoot clients receive a private gallery for selecting their favourites, and Annie offers handcrafted framing and professional wall art to turn images into keepsakes. Serving Harpenden and the surrounding Hertfordshire communities, Annie positions herself as a portrait specialist first and foremost. While she also shoots professional headshots and supports local businesses with polished business portraits, her core expertise remains maternity, newborn, children and family portraiture. If you want portraits that reflect personality and stand the test of time, Annie Griggs offers a considered, award-winning approach that captures the “real you.”