Artistic black and white photo series showing intimate family moments with a newborn baby.

LOVE BONDS STUDIO

MODERN HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY

Tender sepia-toned portraits showing gentle embraces with a sleeping infant.

LOVE BONDS STUDIO

MODERN HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY

Silhouetted couple sharing tender moment during maternity photoshoot.

LOVE BONDS STUDIO

MODERN HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY

Baby lying on back playing with soft pink fabric in minimalist setting

LOVE BONDS STUDIO

MODERN HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY

Portrait series shows child with flowing hair against white background.

LOVE BONDS STUDIO

MODERN HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY

Silhouette of pregnant woman in black dress poses gracefully against light backdrop.

LOVE BONDS STUDIO

MODERN HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY

Sleeping baby in white lace outfit rests peacefully on light backdrop.

LOVE BONDS STUDIO

MODERN HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY

Intimate mother and newborn portrait against dark background captures tender moment.

LOVE BONDS STUDIO

MODERN HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY

Peaceful sleeping newborn curled up in white wrap against light background.

LOVE BONDS STUDIO

MODERN HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY

Intimate black and white family portrait in dramatic lighting.

LOVE BONDS STUDIO

MODERN HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY

Sleeping newborn baby posed in artistic black and white photography series.

LOVE BONDS STUDIO

MODERN HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY

 

NEWBORN, MATERNITY, MILESTONES & FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER 

IN HERTFORDSHIRE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE & LONDON



One day, your children will search for photographs of your family.
What will they find?

They won't simply be looking to remember what everyone looked like. They'll be looking for where their story began, the people who loved them unconditionally and the place where they always belonged.


Based in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, I specialise in maternity, newborn, milestone and family photography, creating timeless, heartfelt portraits through a relaxed experience that celebrates your family's love and connection.







 

Silhouetted profile of mother holding newborn baby against white background.

One day, these portraits won't belong to you anymore. 

They'll belong to your children.

 

Hey, I'm Mari-Liis

 

Family, newborn, maternity & baby photographer in Hertfordshire and founder of Love Bonds Studio

 

Smiling blonde woman holding a DSLR camera and teddy bear in a bright, elegant room, black and white photo.

I don't believe family photographs are just for today.

They aren't only for celebrating life's big moments, either.

They are about holding on to the people, love and connections that mean everything to us.

The kind that hang proudly in your home for decades.

The albums your children will one day open with their own families.

The photographs that become impossible to imagine life without.

My sessions are intentionally calm, unhurried and tailored to your family, because the best smiles happen when everyone is having a good time—not when asked to pose on command.

Being a mum myself, and having spent years working with children and families, has taught me a lot about patience, empathy and connecting with children of different ages. It helps me create an environment where everyone can relax, have fun and let their personalities shine.


I've also designed the whole experience—from your first enquiry to receiving your finished photographs—with real families and their everyday challenges in mind. I want bringing everyone together for photographs to feel easy, enjoyable and genuinely worth making time for.


Based in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, I welcome families from across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire and North West London, including Watford, Chorleywood, Croxley Green, Northwood, Pinner, Ruislip, Harrow, Amersham, Chesham, Gerrards Cross, Beaconsfield, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans and surrounding areas.

"Thank you, Mari-Liis! From our very first conversation, you made us feel completely looked after. Our session was so relaxed and personal—it was simply about enjoying time together as a family. Somehow, through a little bit of chaos, you captured us exactly as we are.

These photographs already mean more to us than we ever imagined."


LYDIA & GEORGE

MY SERVICES

 

 

Whether you're expecting your first baby, welcoming a newborn or celebrating your growing family, there's a session thoughtfully designed for every stage of your family life.

Newborn baby sleeping peacefully on a beige surface, wrapped in a soft gray swaddle, with tiny hands tucked under chin.

 

NEWBORNS

 

Smiling baby girl in white floral romper sitting on white blanket, holding a jingle bell stick toy.

 

MILESTONES & BIRTHDAYS

 

A family of four poses tenderly, parents kissing toddler and newborn baby wrapped in white blanket in a bright studio.

 

FAMILY

 

Pregnant woman in beige draped fabric holding her bare baby bump in a professional studio maternity portrait.

 

MATERNITY

 

Thoughtfully designed for your family.

Beautifully simple.

Unmistakably you.

Adorable blue-eyed baby chewing on a gray cloth, wearing a white onesie against a light gray background.

What makes a Love Bonds Studio session different?

 

Natural & genuine

Real smiles, real connection and photographs full of personality.


Always child-led

No pressure to perform. Just time to play, explore and be themselves in a safe, relaxed environment.


Timeless

Minimal styling and classic portraiture that never go out of style.


Studio, home or outdoors

Choose the setting that feels most comfortable for your family.


 

Calm & relaxed

Personal guidance from your first enquiry to receiving your finished artwork.


Complimentary client wardrobe

A carefully curated collection of outfits and accessories for babies and children.


Artwork made to last

Heirloom albums, fine art prints and wall artwork to enjoy every day.


Flexible

Returning family benefits and payment plans to make investing in your family's portraits easier.

Your family's story deserves to be remembered.

Whether you're celebrating your pregnancy, welcoming a new baby, marking a milestone or simply wanting to capture your family as you are today,  I'd love to hear from you  and  plan a session that feels uniquely yours.


If you'd like to book a session, learn more about pricing or simply ask a question, please send me a message here.


I aim to respond within 1–2 business days (please check your junk folder too, just in case!).



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Kind words from other families

"Thank you, Mari-Liis! The whole collection with our baby girl is so special — we are just blown away. You captured her little features and personality so beautifully! Sharing the gallery with grandparents on the other side of the world was so easy and brought them so much joy, especially since they can’t visit us right now. We can’t thank you enough and can’t wait to be back in six months!."

RACHAEL & DAN

“I still can’t believe such beautiful photos were created right in our own living room! The whole experience was so easy and enjoyable, and we’re absolutely thrilled with the results. Simply stunning — thank you so much!”

ANNA & JON

“Our family photoshoot with Love Bonds Studio was such a wonderful and fun experience. Mari-Liis instantly put us all at ease — even our very active toddler, and me when I wasn’t feeling my best! There was no forced posing or awkwardness, yet the results are so elegant. My heart is full every time I see them printed in our home. Thank you so much!”

AALIYAH & JABARI

Testimonials

“I couldn’t be happier with our experience! Everything was communicated clearly and prepared so well, which made the whole process feel effortless on the day. Mari-Liis was not only professional but also kind and thoughtful. We’ll definitely be booking again in the future!”

VLAD & MELISSA

“We had a newborn photoshoot with Mari-Liis when our daughter was just 13 days old. She was so knowledgeable, warm, and kind, and I felt my little one was in very safe hands throughout. The shoot went wonderfully, and we are absolutely thrilled with how the pictures turned out. We’re so thankful!”

LAURA & AMIR

"What a talent! I’ve never felt very confident in photos, but these turned out so natural and flattering. I’m forever so grateful that Mari-Liis encouraged me to step in for a few shots, even though the session was planned for my daughter’s 1st birthday.”

SASKIA

Adorable baby with big blue eyes lying on a soft white blanket, smiling sweetly in a bright studio setting.

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