VKM Photography

@vkm_photo

Photography for families who love doing things together

Capturing your family in action doing the things you love - from outdoor adventures and sports to everyday moments together.

A person climbing an indoor bouldering wall using colorful holds, with other climbers visible in the background.
A man kneeling on one knee, holding a camera, taking a picture of a young boy wearing a blue helmet and a red cap, playing outdoors on a grassy field with trees in the background.
Two young children playing in a muddy puddle during rainy weather, dressed in waterproof jackets and pants, with one child's hood up, in an outdoor setting with a wooden fence in the background.
A woman and a child cooking outdoors in a forested area, with a camping stove and grilling supplies.

A range of styles and compositions to capture your personalities

Every family has a range of characters - the thoughtful one, the caring one, the cheeky one. By getting to know you and your family, I will tailor the photographs to capture each persons individual character.

A child with short brown hair and dark eyes reaching out with fingers covered in white chalk, standing in front of a climbing wall with colorful holds.
A young child climbing an indoor rock wall with various colored holds.
Two men hiking on a trail through a green mountainous landscape with rocky terrain and hills in the background.
A woman and five children playing on a grassy field with cows in the background on a cloudy day.
A young boy with light brown hair looking out a window with a curious expression, hand resting on the window sill.
Two children playing on a large tree stump in a wooded area, with a wooden fence and lush green trees in the background.
A young boy with short hair drinking from a glass held by a person with dark hair, in an indoor setting.

I’m a dad, outdoor enthusiast, and a photographer who believes family memories shouldn't feel staged. Since having my own children, my photography style evolved; I realised our absolute favourite photos weren't forced studio portraits—they were the chaotic, unscripted moments on windy hikes, bike rides, and quiet indoor afternoons.

What to expect on a session:

  • No awkward posing: No standing still or saying "cheese"—I simply tag along on your morning out.

  • Your family's happy place: Whether that's mountain biking, river walks, or baking at home.

  • Candid, high-quality images: ready for sharing and printing to hang on your walls.

A Note on Privacy & What You’ll See Here

Why my public portfolio is faceless: To protect the digital footprint of the children I photograph, my website exclusively features atmospheric, unscripted angles where identities aren't exposed.

What’s in your private gallery: Your private, password-protected gallery includes a whole range of different portrait and action compositions; I am happy to work with you and tailor these to your wishes, for example optimising to suit a favourite frame for hanging on the wall, or privacy-friendly shots if you only post anonymous photos of your children online.

Pricing & Sessions

The Activity Session — £350

Our most popular option for busy families.

An unscripted 2–3 hour shoot (bike trails, dog walks, crafts at home). Includes pre-session planning, travel within 20 miles of Leamington Spa to a location of your choice, and 25–30 hand-edited, high-resolution digital images in a private gallery with full print rights.

Close-up of a smiling man with short dark hair, light skin, and wearing a dark button-up shirt, outdoors with greenery in the background.

Hi, I'm Val.

I offer unscripted photography of families doing what they love and capturing memories.

The Adventure Session — £600

A complete documentary of your family's favourite day.

A full day (up to 7 hours) capturing unscripted moments from morning pancakes to evening campfires. Includes pre-shoot consultation, travel within 20 miles of Leamington Spa and a complete extended digital gallery (60+ hand-edited images).

Group & Joint Sessions

Capture memories together with the important people in your lives

Want to capture your kids playing alongside cousins or family friends? Joint sessions are a brilliant way to capture authentic group play while sharing the session cost between households.

Optional add-on: Fine art framing

End-to-end service for a completely hassle-free process.

For families who prefer physical art alongside their digital files, I offer complete, custom framing services. You can easily select your favorite shots directly from your private gallery and have high-end framed prints delivered straight to your home, ready to hang—allowing you to display your memories without the extra effort of sourcing frames yourself.

Let’s plan your family adventure

Got a unique location in mind or a specific hobby your kids are obsessed with? I love building custom outdoor sessions around what your family actually loves to do together. Drop me a message below and let’s make it happen.