I’m Mags, a newborn, maternity and family photographer based in the Scottish Borders.
I offer calm, baby-led photography for families who want natural, timeless images — and a relaxed experience from start to finish.
I photograph newborn, maternity, cake smash and family sessions, creating unhurried sessions where comfort, connection and genuine moments come first.
You don’t need to worry about posing, perfect behaviour or how your baby will be on the day. I’ll gently guide you and take care of the rest.
I also photograph a small number of weddings each year for couples who value natural storytelling.
Newborn Photographer - Scottish Borders
Your newborn will only be this small for a short time.
Newborn sessions are designed to be calm and baby-led, focusing on tiny details, quiet moments and the connection between you and your baby.
Sessions are best booked during pregnancy and usually take place within the first two weeks, when babies are naturally sleepier and more settled.
Maternity Photographer - Scottish Borders
Pregnancy is a powerful and fleeting chapter — even on the days it doesn’t feel glamorous.
Maternity sessions are relaxed and gently guided, allowing you to feel comfortable and confident, exactly as you are.
There’s no pressure to pose or perform. Sessions move at an easy pace, with simple guidance and space to pause, breathe and enjoy the moment.
These sessions create a quiet moment to reflect, before everything changes.
Family Photographer - Scottish Borders
Family sessions aren’t about perfect smiles or everyone looking at the camera.
They’re about connection — the way your family fits together right now.
Sessions are relaxed and natural, with gentle guidance and plenty of space for movement, laughter and real moments.
There’s no pressure for children to sit still or behave in a certain way. They’re free to be themselves, and I’ll take care of the rest.
Available:
in the studio
or
outdoors across the Scottish Borders.
Children & Smash Cake Photography in Melrose
Children’s and cake smash sessions are relaxed, playful and completely child-led.
There’s no pressure to sit still or smile on cue — sessions are designed to allow children to be themselves, capturing their personality, curiosity and natural expressions.
These sessions are ideal for birthdays, milestones, or simply documenting your child as they are right now.
Sessions are available in my Melrose studio or outdoors across the Scottish Borders, depending on what feels right for your family.
Wedding Photographer in the Scottish Borders
I photograph a small number of weddings each year for couples who value natural, story-led imagery.
My approach is calm and unobtrusive, focusing on genuine moments as they naturally unfold.
There’s no pressure for constant posing or interruption. I work quietly in the background, allowing you to be present and enjoy your day.
If you’re looking for relaxed, honest images that reflect how your day felt, rather than how it was staged, this may be the right fit.
Event Photographer in the Scottish Borders
Event photography that captures moments as they naturally unfold, with a calm, unobtrusive approach and a focus on real connection and atmosphere.