Frequently Asked Questions
What does the shoot fee include, and how long will the shoot last?
The shoot will last as long as I feel it needs to. That can be anything between half an hour up to an two hours, depending on how it is going. The fee covers my time and expertise, time spent selecting the images to show you and my time in making them look even more fantastic. All in all, this could equate to four or five hours.
What should I wear?
The most important thing is to dress in something you feel comfortable in. Choose something that flatters you and suits your personality; this is about the real you, it’s not a fashion shoot! Solid colours are best; large prints, patterns, cartoon characters, sports logos and stripes are distracting to the eye.
What if the weather is bad?
Don’t worry about the weather! It is what makes your photos unique. Chunky scarves and colourful knitwear look wonderful in portrait photos. As do cheeky toddlers stomping about in puddles or older children kicking up autumn leaves!
When can I see the results?
Viewing your photos takes place a few days after the shoot in the comfort of my studio at Parndon Mill, Harlow. I absolutely guarantee there is no hard sell. Of course I hope you love them and want to buy lots but there is no pressure whatsoever.
The final presentation of your collection is entirely up to you – I offer multiple images in a handmade frame, contemporary acrylics, beautiful albums and a host of other options. Expect to want to spend £300 upwards for a collection of pictures in a frame or an album.
What happens if one of the children is unwell?
You'll spend the day at home cuddling them! We'll rearrange the shoot. The last thing you want is a memory of how unwell they felt, and I don't want to make my job difficult! Spots, scratches and other blemishes however can be vanished away as required using the latest digital technology. It's not only the top models that get the benefit of 'airbrushing'!