This year, we’re creating something truly striking. We’re taking the shoot outdoors into the garden of The Light Room studio and introducing an element we've been wanting to work with for years… water.

Set against a deep black backdrop, your dancer will step into a bold, dramatic space where movement meets stillness. Think sculptural shapes, powerful poses, and water caught mid-air - droplets, splashes, and those amazing split-second moments. A chance for your child to feel strong, confident and completely in their element - with a heck of a lot of fun thrown in.

We’re asking dancers to arrive in a head to toe block colour outfit (no black or white), something they feel great in and that isn’t see-through or a trip hazard when wet. So for example, an electric blue pair of leggins and crop top - or a pink leotard and shorts - or a green dress. No patterns or logos please.

Hair should be worn in a way that’s happy to get wet (natural and free is perfect!), and all dancers will be photographed barefoot to keep everything natural and grounded.

As always, we’ll gently guide them throughout - helping them create simple but powerful shapes that celebrate their strength, their individuality and their love of dance. Our focus is the same as ever: creating a space where they feel safe, confident and free to express themselves.

Sessions are five minutes per child. Enough time for them to get wet, strike some fantastic poses, and have lots of fun - all while we capture beautiful images. 


A couple of practical bits to help the day run smoothly - please bring two towels, a change of clothes, a plastic bag and a blanket so your dancer can get warm and cosy afterwards. 


As we’re outdoors, we’ll be keeping a close eye on the weather; if it’s particularly windy, we may need to reschedule to make sure we can create the best (and safest) experience for everyone.

These images will be bold, powerful and completely unique. A little reminder of this chapter - when they felt strong in their body, connected to their dance, and brave enough to step into something a bit different.

Following the photo session, Rebecca will select and meticulously edit the best shots. These polished photographs will then be uploaded to a private online gallery, where you can choose your preferred images.

This year, we're pleased to offer a specially curated package. It includes your child's session, two high-resolution digital images, and a pair of professional 9 x 6-inch prints. For Mariposa students, the prints will be delivered directly to the school; for all others, they'll arrive at your doorstep.

You will be able to view the gallery online and make your selections for the included digital images and prints.

You can expect to access your online gallery within two weeks of the session, ready for you to choose your favourites.