portrait photography

Ruby Goddard-Watts

A couple joyfully lifts their baby in a sunlit garden surrounded by lush green trees.
A happy family with a toddler on mom's shoulders shares a joyful moment in a green garden.

Creating personal and genuine portraits for couples, families, and individuals. I believe in creating photos that are undeniably you. Images that reflect your identity, your relationships, and the small details that define you. The kind of photographs that make you smile and say, that’s me or that’s us.

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A woman in a white dress stands elegantly in a doorway of a rustic brick building.
Romantic couple sharing a tender moment near the Eiffel Tower at golden sunset by the Seine River.
Two curly-haired toddlers lying in a flower-dotted green meadow, smiling joyfully at the camera.
Family relaxing together on a cozy green sofa with a white fluffy dog nearby on hardwood floors.
Young woman with long brown hair sitting relaxed on a wooden chair near sheer curtained window.

 

I am Ruby Goddard-Watts,
 your English portrait photographer in Paris, France.

 

PORTFOLIO
A family of four poses in front of the Eiffel Tower surrounded by blooming pink trees in Paris.

Families

Photographs become more valuable with time because they remind us who we were. They bring back forgotten smiles, favourite outfits, and the people we love most.

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PORTFOLIO
Black and white photo of a man proposing on one knee to a woman in front of the Louvre in Paris.

Couples

Photographs become more valuable with time because they remind us who we were. They bring back forgotten smiles, favourite outfits, and the people we love most.

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PORTFOLIO
Smiling woman in white top serving food with tongs in a rustic kitchen setting.

Individuals

Photographs become more valuable with time because they remind us who we were. They bring back forgotten smiles, favourite outfits, and the people we love most.

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Adorable blonde baby sitting on a white ornate metal chair on green grass in front of a historic French château.
Woman in white apron carrying food platters along a tree-lined garden path in warm sunlight.
Happy young boy smiling in front of the Eiffel Tower on a bright sunny day in Paris.
Three generations of women posing together on a charming cobblestone street in Paris.
Blurry black and white photo of couple dancing playfully in courtyard.
Smiling couple posing together in a park with a grand building and fountain in background.
Smiling father holding baby on lap outdoors, black and white portrait.
Chef in white apron cooking in a professional stainless steel kitchen with natural sunlight.
Two blue ceramic plates filled with fresh mussels, herbs, and seafood garnish being served.
Black and white close-up of a young blonde girl holding a white stuffed teddy bear up to her face.
Woman in light blue blazer sitting on Seine riverbank with boats and Parisian bridge in background.
A couple dressed in white stands on a Paris bridge, smiling together with a grand building behind them.
Black and white photo of three blonde women sitting on steps, laughing and sharing a joyful moment together outdoors.
Historic brick building reflected in a calm moat surrounded by lush green trees in France.
Blonde woman in red blazer sitting outdoors with historic European building facade in background.
Elderly couple sharing a kiss outdoors, both wearing sunglasses, man embracing woman in black and white photo.
Elegant French chateau with brick and stone facade, arched bridge reflected in surrounding moat.
Smiling couple embracing on bridge overlooking misty Paris river.
Smiling woman in green blazer leaning on railing with Parisian architecture in golden hour background.
Three young brothers in matching white shirts and jeans holding hands and walking outdoors.
Smiling woman in white linen dress preparing food on a wooden board in a sunlit rustic kitchen interior.
Sunlight streaming through tall French windows onto wooden floors in a rustic chateau room.
Woman in white outfit viewed through a reflective window, standing at an outdoor kitchen counter surrounded by greenery.
Black and white photo of three brothers sharing a sweet moment on a chair in a Paris garden.
Two smiling girls hugging warmly outdoors near the Louvre in Paris, one in black dress and one in white tulle dress.
Laughing mother with two young children sitting near the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
Two women smiling together on a sunny overlook with Paris cityscape in the background.
Woman in gold sequin dress posing on Parisian street near ornate iron gates.
Romantic couple embracing and kissing beneath the iconic iron arches of the Eiffel Tower Paris.
Close-up of newlywed hands with wedding rings resting on bridal bouquet of roses, black and white.
Stylish woman in black outfit with gold belt and sunglasses posing on sunny Paris street.
Black and white photo of a smiling couple sharing a tender kiss outdoors in Paris.
Adorable toddler boy in striped polo shirt sitting on green grass in a park, looking sideways with curiosity.
Young blonde girl with pink glasses in white dress spinning joyfully in a sunny park, arms outstretched with excitement.
Blonde woman in red blazer sitting on grass in park with black handbag.
Three boys walking hand in hand in sunny park, black and white photo.
Family with two young children enjoying a sunny picnic in a lush green garden with trees.
A man and young girl sit together in a wooden rowboat on a calm pond surrounded by lush green trees.
Black and white portrait of a young blonde girl hugging someone tightly, smiling softly in warm sunlight outdoors.
A couple dressed in white walks along a Paris riverbank with a metro train crossing a bridge behind them.
Happy young couple smiling together outdoors near a stone bridge on a cloudy winter day.
Man proposing on one knee to woman in Paris park with Louvre building backdrop, black and white photo.
Smiling bearded man wearing glasses holds a baby outdoors in a sunny green park setting.
Black and white photo of a smiling mother holding her baby boy in a striped outfit outdoors.

 

Portraits


My approach


As a visual communicator every photoshoot is an opportunity for me to tell your story. With thoughtful direction I guide your session allowing the space for genuine moments to unfold. The result is an immersive experience and a collection of images that feel like you.

 

Woman in floral embroidered dress with flower crown posing in a shaded garden at sunset.

"Ruby is the best!!!! Go for her without a second thought; her work is exceptional!!."



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WHAT’S INCLUDED:

20-minute session

Location of your choice

5 professionally edited images included

Photos delivered through an online gallery in 3-4 days where you select your own photos.

 

Let's chat

 

A photoshoot should feel like time well spent with the people you love. Drop me a message to  start planning your experience!

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Adorable curly-haired baby in denim overalls sitting cross-legged with the Eiffel Tower behind.