FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER NOTTINGHAM

Relaxed Outdoor Family Photo Shoots

LUXURY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

Every family is unique and I pride myself on ensuring everyone, from energetic toddlers to camera-shy parents, feels comfortable and enjoys their time during our photo shoot.

It’s Time to Capture Your Family’s Personality

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I’m Alison, a Nottingham-based photographer with over 15 years of experience photographing families across Nottinghamshire, Derby, and the East Midlands.

Don’t worry if you’re not comfortable in front of the camera or if your little ones are full of energy – that’s exactly what makes family photography special! My relaxed approach means there’s no pressure for perfectly posed shots. Instead, we’ll take our time, let the children explore, and capture genuine smiles and natural interactions. Some of the best photos come from unexpected moments!

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Sitter Photo Sessions

Teenager Sessions

FAMILY PHOTO SHOOT OPTIONS

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OPTION 1 – MINI PHOTO SHOOT

Mini photo sessions are ideal if you would like just a few photo updates of your children or would like a taster session with me. The maximum number of children is 2 due to the time frame involved.

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OPTION 2 – BESPOKE FAMILY PHOTO SHOOT

Bespoke sessions are perfect for family photos or extended family photos who would like a variety of photos and backdrops. I can advise on a location depending on where you live and the age of the people being photographed, or you can choose a location in the East Midlands special to your family. These are also suitable for extended family photoshoots.

Outdoor Family Photoshoot Fees

Family Collection 1

£195

Mini Photo Shoot

30-45 photo shoot at Rushcliffe Country Park NG11 6JS or Woodthorpe Grange Park NG5 4HA
5 digital images sent via a download link
Choose from approximately 15 photos.
Weekday session. For Saturday sessions, please add £25
£95 booking fee payable to secure your session date which is deducted from your collection price. The balance of Collection 1 is payable on your session date.
Option to purchase additional images from £25 up to £175 for a full gallery.

Note: Mini Sessions are for a maximum of 2 children due to shorter time frame. Read more about the differences between my mini sessions and bespoke sessions.

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Family Collection 2

£395

Bespoke Photo Shoot

1-2 hour photo shoot at a location of your choice (within a 25 mile radius of NG5 7NE)
10 digital images on a USB
10 7.5″ x 5″ unframed prints
Weekday session. For Saturday sessions, please add £25
£95 booking fee payable to secure your session date + £100 payable on the day of the shoot. These payments are deducted from Collection 2 or Collection 3 which you choose once you have viewed your photos.

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Family Collection 3

£495

Bespoke Photo Shoot

1-2 hour photo shoot at a location of your choice (within a 25 mile radius of NG5 7NE)
All digital images on a USB (approx 25-30 which can extend to 30-40 where more photo opportunities arise).
10 7.5″ x 5″ unframed prints
Weekday session. For Saturday sessions, please add £25
£95 booking fee payable to secure your session date + £100 payable on the day of the shoot. These payments are deducted from Collection 2 or Collection 3 which you choose once you have viewed your photos.

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FAQ’s about Family Photo Shoots

I’m always happy to chat about how I work, locations we could go to and suggestions based on your children’s ages. If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact me.

Country parks and woodland areas work well for family photos, places similar to Wollaton Park, Rufford Park or Highfields Park. If there is a special place where you like to go with your children, we can go there or even your garden at home. I’m always open to suggestions and constantly on the look out for new places. I will also choose places based on the time of the year the session takes place. Some locations work better in spring/summer than autumn/winter and vice versa. There’s so much beautiful woodland across the East Midlands, we’re really spoilt for choice!

For a full session, I generally ask you to allocate 1-2 hours. The session time can vary depending on the number and age of children being photographed. Some locations may take longer to walk around and some children need a snack break. I don’t rush my sessions and like to make sure children get used to me so if a session takes a little longer, then it’s not a problem. Some parents will also bring a change of outfits.

Note: Mini sessions are approximately 30 minutes.

Outdoor portrait sessions are an informal and relaxed way of capturing children and families. I’ve been a Nottingham Family Photographer since 2009, and four of those years were in a studio. In comparison, I have always found outdoor photo sessions less restrictive than a studio session especially for young children. Young children can quite easily get bored and may want to run around or move on to somewhere new quite quickly. Outdoor scenery also creates the perfect backdrop for portraits and allows me to edit your photos creatively. However, I appreciate that some families would like classic studio portraits and are worry in case the English weather isn’t playing ball, and I therefore offer studio sessions in Nottingham. As I hire this exclusively for studio portraits, this session must be booked in advance if it is your preference rather than a back-up for the weather

Absolutely! I really do recommend having some photos taken with your children even if it’s just a few. As someone who is mainly behind the camera rather than in front, I value the photos I have with my son and family so much. Whilst the main focus of your photo session may be on your children, think about having a few family photos too.

If you are a parent who is not keen on being in front of the camera (and, believe me, that’s a high number), an outdoor photoshoot with me makes people of all ages feel relaxed ensuring you are present in your children’s photographic memories.

We have a couple of options. If it’s light rain and your child is happy playing in puddles or it’s a family photo session and you don’t mind a little rain, your session can still go ahead if you wish.

If that doesn’t appeal or it’s heavy rain, we can re-schedule for another date. As the weather forecast is often wrong, I usually wait until the morning of the photo session before rescheduling. I’ll keep in touch in the run up to the session date so any worries, just let me know.

This is probably one of the questions most parents worry. More so with toddler age children as they can be unpredictable or a little shy with new people. All I can say, is please don’t worry because I’m patient, not pushy and I’m a mum. If your child needs a little more time, I will completely understand. I’ve been photographing children of all ages professionally since 2009 and no portrait session is the same.

Yes, I am happy to travel further afield and quotes for other locations can be provided on request.

Of course. I often photograph extended families from different parts of the country who meet up in the East Midlands as a midway point. They use their “meet up” as an opportunity to have professional photos whilst they are all together.

Every time we think a photo shoot can’t get any better … it does!

Thanks again for a great shoot and your artistic skills – marvellous. You’ve really captured our girls as we see them and so natural!

Kelly

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I’d love to hear from you!

If you are looking for a friendly and patient family photographer to freeze a moment in time through photos, I’d love to hear from you.

Please contact me, letting me know approximately when you would like to book a date and I will get back to you as soon as possible. You can also WhatsApp me on 07977 499473.

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