Welcome to Shutter Hire. I’m Katrina, a professional newborn photographer based in Dinas Powys, welcoming families from Penarth, Cardiff, Barry and across the Vale of Glamorgan.
If you are looking for a Penarth newborn photographer, my studio is just a short drive away and has been designed to give you a relaxed, safe and comfortable experience from the moment you arrive. Every newborn session is gentle, unhurried and styled with care, with your baby’s comfort and wellbeing at the heart of everything I do.
I provide the wraps, outfits, props and backdrops, so you can simply arrive, settle in and enjoy the experience. The best time for newborn photography is usually within the first 5–14 days, when babies are often sleepiest and happiest to be gently posed. I always recommend booking while you are still pregnant so I can pencil in your due date and confirm your final session date once your baby arrives.
Choosing a newborn photographer is about more than beautiful images. You want somebody experienced, patient and safe, with a studio environment that feels calm and welcoming for both baby and parents. For families in Penarth, my Dinas Powys studio offers exactly that, just a few minutes away.
Your baby’s comfort always comes first. Every pose and setup is approached gently, with plenty of time for feeding, cuddles and settling.
My warm, purpose-built Dinas Powys studio is easy to reach from Penarth and fully equipped with wraps, props, outfits and backdrops.
I create soft, natural newborn portraits designed to look beautiful now and still feel special years from now.
The studio is fully stocked with wraps, headbands, outfits, props and backdrops, with a comfortable area for parents to sit back, feed baby and take a breather while I work. There is also a changing area and drinks available during your session.
Newborn safety is always my priority. I am trained in safe newborn handling and posing, fully insured, and every setup is created with your baby’s comfort and wellbeing in mind.
My approach is calm, gentle and fully guided. You do not need to worry about what to do or how your baby will settle. I allow plenty of time and create every setup around your baby, so the whole experience feels relaxed from start to finish.
Many Penarth families choose to plan ahead and document more than one chapter of this special season. You may want to book a maternity photography session before baby arrives, and later return for family portraits or a cake smash photography session as your little one grows.
If you are expecting and live in Penarth, I can help you schedule your newborn session around your due date and talk you through the best timing for maternity photography too.
Take a look behind the scenes at real newborn sessions in my Dinas Powys studio and see the calm, baby-led approach I use for families visiting from Penarth, Cardiff and across the Vale of Glamorgan.
Recent recognition includes Finalist at The Vale Business Awards 2025, Winner of Most Trusted High-End Photography Service – South Wales at the SME UK Enterprise Awards 2025, and Regional Finalist at The Wedding Industry Awards 2025.
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Your Shutter Hire newborn packAs a thank you for choosing Shutter Hire, every newborn session includes a Shutter Hire Newborn Pack for you to take home after your photoshoot. Inside you will find a Shutter Hire tote bag, a branded pen, and a small selection of money-off or incentive vouchers from trusted local businesses across Penarth, Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. It is a simple extra, but one that adds a little more value to your experience and supports lovely local businesses too.
Vouchers and participating businesses may vary depending on availability. |
If you’re expecting, I recommend reserving your due date early to secure your space.
I’ll guide you through everything and create a calm, relaxed experience from start to finish.
Also looking for a Cardiff newborn photographer? View my main newborn photography page.
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Shutter Hire offers newborn photography for Penarth families, with a calm, guided studio experience in nearby Dinas Powys designed around your baby’s comfort and safety.
