Specialist portrait studio in Yateley creating playful children's, natural newborn and timeless pure portraits. Lucy's cosy home studio uses fabric backdrops, costumes and relaxed, fun sessions.
I'm Lucy, the creator of Dress Up Box — a cosy home portrait studio in the heart of Yateley focused on creative, child-led portraiture and timeless studio portraits. With an MA in Photojournalism and Documentary Photography and more than a decade photographing people, I bring documentary sensitivity and a playful imagination to every session. I specialise in portrait work: from inventive, costume-led children’s scenes to natural newborn and pure, neutral-background portraits. What sets Dress Up Box apart is the combination of a carefully curated Dress Up Box — a growing collection of costumes, props and fabric scenes — and a calm, relaxed studio atmosphere where children feel free to play and imagine. I use flash lighting and tangible fabric backdrops (no green screen) so the final images feel tactile and authentic. Sessions are conversational and fun: we chat, play music and follow your child’s lead so I can capture genuine smiles, small gestures and memorable expressions rather than stiff poses. Clients choose me because I balance professional training with a parent’s patience. As a mother myself, I understand how to keep little ones engaged and comfortable; I always have toys and gentle encouragement on hand for younger siblings. You’re welcome to bring your own outfits, and I’m happy to suggest or lend pieces from the Dress Up Box that complement the chosen scene. I also photograph simple, timeless pure portraits on neutral backdrops when you want classic, pared-back images. My studio is easy to reach from across Hampshire, with free driveway parking and a peaceful setting ideal for a relaxed session. I carry Public and Products Liability Insurance and Professional Indemnity Insurance, and I offer gift vouchers if you’re looking for a special present. Above all, my aim is to create beautiful, imaginative portraits that feel personal and true to your child — images you’ll treasure for years. If you’re looking for a specialist portrait photographer in Yateley who blends professional craft with a playful, family-friendly approach, Dress Up Box is built for you. Get in touch and let’s plan a scene together.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
15–30 minute session for one child. Variety of poses and action shots. One scene selection. 10 beautifully edited high resolution photographs. Password protected album to download images.
For babies who can't yet sit unaided. 15–30 minute session. Natural photographs. 10 beautifully edited high resolution photographs.
Timeless individual portraits on a neutral backdrop. 15–30 minute session. Natural poses. 10 beautifully edited high resolution photographs.
30–45 minute session for two or more children. Images of children individually and together. One scene selection. 10 beautifully edited high resolution photographs.