Children sitting on a blanket in a garden with tall pink flowers blooming in the background at the wildflower field in Derbyshire.
A couple playfully dances and embraces in a bright modern kitchen with white cabinets and hardwood floors.

Indoor & Outdoor Family Sessions

this time with your kids is so important

 

Family life is loud, beautiful and sometimes chaotic ~ that's exactly what I'm here to capture. I offer relaxed, documentary style family photography sessions across Derbyshire, whether that's in the comfort of your own home, your favourite outdoor spot or one of the many stunning locations Derbyshire has to offer.


I know what it's like trying to get kids to cooperate for photos. That's why I don't. Instead of forcing smiles and stiff poses, I let your family just be yourselves. I'll guide you gently through some movement and interaction, then step back and let the real moments unfold.


Sessions are available across Derby, Ashbourne, Burton, Chesterfield and the wider Derbyshire area. Not sure where to shoot? I have a list of favourite local locations for every season and can help you pick the perfect spot based on your family's vibe ~ whether you're after golden fields, woodland walks, sunflower farms or something closer to home.


What to expect:

Sessions typically last between 1 and 2 hours depending on your chosen package. There's no rushing as we work at your family's pace, especially with little ones.

You'll receive your edited images via a beautiful online gallery, ready to download, share and print.


Packages start from £165, with options to suit families of all sizes ~ including extended family shoots for larger groups.


Not sure which package is right for you? Drop me a message and I'll help you figure out the best fit before you book.

 

 

Packages

 

 

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Classic Family Shoot

1 hour session at one location

Professional editing and retouching of 10 digital images

Digital delivery of high-resolution, print-ready images

Online gallery for easy sharing and ordering of prints

Mixture of posed/candid moments


Option to purchase additional images at £10 per image or upgrade your gallery to include ALL edited images for £175.

 

£165

 

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Signature Story Family Shoot

1.5 - 2 hour session at one or multiple locations

Professional editing and retouching of select 20 images

Digital delivery of high-resolution, print-ready images

Online gallery for easy sharing and ordering of prints

Mixture of posed/candid moments


Option to purchase additional images at £10 per image or upgrade your gallery to include ALL edited images for £200.

 

£195

 

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Ultimate Family Experience

2 hour session at one or multiple locations

Professional editing and retouching of ALL digital images

Complimentary analogue photography (35mm film roll)

Includes one 7x5 print of your choice

Short videos from your session

Digital delivery of high-resolution, print-ready images

Online gallery for easy sharing and ordering of prints

Mixture of posed/candid moments


Ideal for extended family shoots for over 6 people.

 

£345

 

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~ 20% deposit required to book & secure your date

~ Outstanding balance payable 24 hours prior to your session

~ Travel within 25 miles of Derby is included. Additional mileage is charged at cost (quoted individually).

A family wearing white and casual attire sits together on a white chair against a light curtain backdrop.
A group in white outfits sits together on a grassy hill overlooking a sunflower field on a cloudy summer day.
Family enjoying a playful moment together while walking along a wooded dirt trail in Derbyshire on a sunny afternoon.
People playing and running together on a grassy hillside path.
A couple in rustic outdoor attire embraces while standing in a lush green field on a cloudy day.
People stand in a wooded area covered in fallen leaves during an outdoor activity in the forest.
A family plays together in a wooded area covered with fallen autumn leaves.
Family sitting together on fallen autumn leaves in a serene forest setting posed for a family photography session with Shots by Maz
Family wearing coordinated denim and grey outfits poses together on a wooded trail covered in fallen leaves.
Family enjoying tender moments together on autumn forest path with fallen leaves.
Family in casual denim outfits walking together through a wooded forest path on an autumn day.
A child explores a garden filled with blooming yellow and pink flowers on a sunny summer day.
A child pushes a wicker basket cart through a sunny garden path while playing outdoors.
A child wearing a cream dress and bright green boots sits joyfully on a wooden swing near a greenhouse.
A joyful moment captured in a sequence of four photos showing playful interaction between adult and baby outdoors.
A couple shares an intimate moment in a dreamy meadow surrounded by tall grass and blooming trees.
Black and white photo series showing tender moments between a couple laying on a blanket outdoors in dappled sunlight.
A couple enjoys a romantic summer picnic under a large tree on a floral patterned blanket.
A couple shares joyful moments with their baby during an outdoor photo session in a sunlit garden setting.
A person in a green floral dress stands at a wooden fence in a sunny meadow while holding a small child.
Family relaxing on grass with their Husky dog in backyard on sunny day.
People relaxing on a pink blanket in a sunny garden while playing with a small white dog.
Family enjoying a spring picnic on a blanket with their fluffy white dog in a garden setting.
A loving family shares tender moments together in a series of intimate portrait photographs against a neutral background.
Family members relaxing together on a gray tufted headboard bed.
Family walking together on garden path surrounded by manicured hedges.
Intimate family moment captured outdoors near a lake.
Family members sharing joyful moments by a lake with ducks in the background.
Family of five enjoying outdoor time by a lake on cloudy day.
Family shares loving moments and laughter while surrounded by pine trees at a Christmas tree farm.
A joyful family moment captured among evergreen trees at a Christmas tree farm.
A family sits together in the snow during a winter photo session with their baby and plush reindeer toy.
Two children playing and laughing together outdoors on a dirt path surrounded by greenery.
Family enjoying a fun walk together through an evergreen tree farm at sunset on a fall afternoon.
Family walking together through rows of Christmas trees at a tree farm on a misty winter day.
Family enjoying time together at a Christmas tree farm while selecting their perfect holiday tree.
Two children wrapped in a cozy gray blanket sit together against an evergreen tree background.
A couple in cozy white sweaters share tender moments against a backdrop of evergreen trees in winter.
A couple sits together and laughs while taking photos in a garden with evergreen trees.
A beautiful black Labrador dog poses with people wearing cozy white sweaters outdoors.
A couple in white sweaters share a joyful moment with their black dog outdoors among evergreen trees.
Two people sit together on a white blanket among evergreen trees in winter.
Family enjoying time together at a Christmas tree farm.
A festive holiday family moment captured at a Christmas tree farm in Leicestershire taken by Shots by Maz Photography
A festive holiday family moment captured at a Christmas tree farm in Leicestershire taken by Shots by Maz Photography
A parent and child in winter coats explore together among evergreen trees at a Christmas tree farm.
A family plays together with a blanket in a Christmas tree farm on a cloudy winter day.
A heartwarming series of candid moments showing playful interaction between a parent and child in winter clothing outdoors.
Couple walking and holding hands along a dirt path at a Christmas tree farm on an overcast autumn day.
A happy family shares joyful moments together among evergreen trees during a winter photo session.
A small child in a winter sweater and hat stands on a white ladder at a Christmas tree farm while two adults lean in close.
A family sharing loving moments together on white bedding.
A child in a pink dress playing and laughing during a family photoshoot.
Kind words from

Mel Smyth

A group in white outfits sits together on a grassy hill overlooking a sunflower field on a cloudy summer day.

"Maz did an extended family shoot for us, with children ranging from 3 months to 5 years old. The kids were absolute chaos, but Maz remained calm and enthusiastic throughout. We left thinking we'll be lucky to get a single photo, and ended up purchasing the full gallery, which is testament to Maz's ability to find beauty in the mayhem, and remain composed when it feels like it's all falling apart!! Maz is super friendly, and we wouldn't hesitate to use her again or recommend to others. We will treasure the photos she captured, thanks Maz!"

Documentary outdoor family photography in Derbyshire with Shots by Maz Photography

24th February, 2026

The "Anti-Pose" Family Session

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