Couple kissing in front of a bright pink townhouse in Notting Hill, London.

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A Relaxed Couple Shoot in Holland Park & Notting Hill

August 21, 2025


There’s something I’ve started doing recently that I’m really loving, and that’s creating little photo walks for my couple shoots. It’s the perfect way to explore London together, discover some hidden gems, and come away with photos that feel relaxed, romantic, and completely “you.”

Last week, I met Brian and Ancilla for their session and what a gorgeous evening it turned out to be.

We started in Holland Park, a spot I always adore for its mix of greenery, quiet corners, and soft light. From there, we wandered towards Notting Hill, stopping off at some of my favourite little mews streets:

  • Holland Park Mews,
  • Codrington Mews,
  • Saint Luke’s Mews (made famous by Andrew Lincoln in Love Actually, obsessed).

What made this shoot extra special wasn’t just the locations though it was Brian and Ancilla themselves. They’ve actually known each other since they were nine, which I think is pretty incredible. Ancilla had just wrapped up her dissertation (huge moment!), so she was in that joyful, celebratory mood already looking forward to a Guinness with friends after our shoot and Brian? He was so wonderfully supportive and relaxed, the kind of person who makes you feel like everything’s going to be just fine.

As we walked, chatted, and stopped for photos, it felt less like a shoot and more like hanging out together, soaking up the charm of London’s prettiest streets.

If you’ve been thinking about booking a couple shoot in London, this is your sign. It doesn’t have to feel staged or formal we can make it a walk, an adventure, a memory in itself and at the end of it, you’ll have photos that capture you exactly as you are. Enquire here and let’s talk!

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IM CHARLOTTE

Family girl, dog person, people person.

I love good food, good movies, and good company. Early mornings, days of adventure, and cosy nights in. 

I grew up in Hertfordshire and moved to Northamptonshire in 2019 with my crazy cockapoo Jarvis who I'm mildly obsessed with.

I've worked in the TV and film industry since I was 18 and love all things film, so much so, that I have an inflatable outdoor cinema screen which makes it's appearance in the summer evenings! I'll watch anything with Diane Keaton in more than once and am a huge 90's film fan.

I adore all things adventure and travel, New Zealand and Canada are high on the list along with a hiking/cycling trip in Madeira (would secretly love to apply for Race Across the World!)

I value the small things and a slower pace of life. Being in nature and connecting with people for me is the true meaning of happiness,  Appreciating the everyday overlooked. Being grateful for what we have, right here, and now.