magda O Photography
MATERNITY, NEWBORN & FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER
cheltenham and the cotswolds
Bump, baby and beyond…
Cheltenham studio portrait photographer
I specialise in studio and location maternity, newborn, baby, and family photography for families in Cheltenham and The Cotswolds.
I create beautiful, classic and timeless portraits for families who value quality, artistry, simplicity and elegance.
My main focus is you and your family's love and connection.
My name is Magda, a professional portrait photographer based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.
I am also a very proud mum of twin girls (both currently at Uni) as well as a qualified Early Years and Primary School teacher currently working part time at a day nursery with 2-3 year olds.
My Mission is to capture the timeless beauty and cherished moments of Motherhood that you and your loved ones will Cherish.
My goal is to create a relaxed and joyful experience that allows your natural beauty and the love you feel to shine through in every image.
One day your children will look for photographs of you. Will they find any?
You deserve to exist in photographs
Maternity Portraits
newborn Portraits
motherhood portraits
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how to choose your maternity photographer?
In this blog, I will give you some tips on what to check before booking your pregnancy photoshoot. Whether it is an intimate nude, fine art maternity portrait, a lifestyle outdoor session or a fashion style, glamorous shoot, this blog will give you some clarity on how to find your perfect match.
family portraits
Children Portraits
women Portraits
Your kind words
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Where do I begin? Magda is not only a truly talented photographer but she is also a warm, fun and caring person. I first met Magda when she took my maternity photographs. Magda took us on an adventurous photoshoot throughout the Cotswolds flower fields and magical Broadway Tower. The photos came out incredible!! I will cherish those photos forever. I also had my newborn photoshoot with Magda. Magda came to our house and the entire process of making memories was relaxed and fun. Looking at my photos brings me back to that moment holding my one week son. It was such a peaceful feeling that I forgot we were taking pictures. Since then I have had two Christmas photoshoots with Magda and a Mother’s Day photoshoot as well. Our family see Magda as a friend. We are grateful to have met her and to make beautiful memories through her photographs. I highly recommend Magda for all of your photography needs.
Nicole B.
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I had the pleasure of working with Magda as our family portrait photographer on numerous occasions, and I must say that she is exceptionally talented. Each time, the end result has exceeded my expectations. From Christmas shoots to christenings, Mother's Day photos, and various flower field sessions, Magda consistently delivers outstanding photographs.What sets Magda apart is her remarkable ability to work with children. Her sessions are incredibly relaxed, which allows for genuine moments to be captured. She is very patient and calm even when things don’t go to plan (as often is the case with kids!). Her photographs are more than just pretty images; they beautifully encapsulate the love and warmth within our family, making each photo a treasured memory that we will cherish for years to come. We can't recommend Magda enough for her exceptional talent and the beautiful memories she creates. Magda, you are one of a kind. Thank you x
Ewa K.
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Magda is a real gem . Honestly, this lady deserves to be framed and kept forever. Apart from being an extremely talented photographer, she is genuine, warm and extremely caring human being. She shared our excitement and embraced our whole M&M love story. She became a wonderful part of our lives and our family . She really is the most adorable and talented photographer any person would ever wish to meet . The preparation she put in to ensure she captured the most fascinating memories was above and beyond. Time was no issue for Magda as she made it all about us ! Our wedding pictures are everything and more . She really captured our day perfectly without the typical staged and artificial stereotype. The pictures were unique and bespoke to our special day. All we wanted was a day full of simplicity but capturing the love , fun and laughter shared with our family and friends. Magda’s photos captured this in the most perfect way, she captured real life moments that will never be repeated . We only knew Magda was there as her warmth spread through the entire guests. We have one regret…we didn’t have a photo with Magda as she now feels part of our family. Thank you ❤️
Martina F.
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Magda is a super talented photographer in so many ways - we booked a newborn photoshoot with her and she was so patient with our little one plus our dog! She brought props, backdrops and made our living room look like a photography studio! I must say her editing style is absolutely beautiful and the reason why I decided to book her in the first place, as she makes images look like paintings! I will definitely be booking her again in future, I am extremely happy with our photos and I cannot wait to put them up in our home.
Cristina L.
Professional Photographer Cheltenham FAQs
Why do professional photographers charge so much?
In this day and age of point-and-click digital photography, it can seem like a professional photographer may charge a lot of money for their work. However, there is a lot more that I do than meets the eye. I sometimes have to research locations or book studios and also have a huge selection of props, maternity gowns and costumes that my clients can use. In addition, there is a lot of creativity and time involved in bringing a photo together including consultations with future parents, mums or families to understand what their vision is and how they would like to be photographed.. Finally, there is a lot of post-production that can be required to make your photo not just good but perfect and unique.
How long is a session?
A session time can vary and will depend on the type of photography. For instance, a family or maternity photo shoot is very much a set time session of 1-2 hours. However, newborn photography takes a lot longer, usually 3-4 hours including the breaks for feeding and changing the baby.
Outdoor and Studio photography
Whether you love being outdoors and enjoy the beautiful backdrops the nature paints or you are more of an indoor type of person, I can create stunning, paining-like photographs for you and your family to cherish for years to come.
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