I'm willing to bet that you hate having your photograph taken (I know I do), but a blurred mobile phone snap on a night out or one where you've had little time to compose yourself rarely brings out the best in any of us.
The best photographs are taken when the sitter is comfortable and at ease.
This is why my portrait photography sessions are designed to be fun and can take place either in your home or out on location - such as a local park or woodland - wherever you feel the most relaxed. What's more, with my knowledge of lighting, camera angles and post image editing and retouching I have many tricks up my sleeve to ensure that the end results are amazing!
If you require more studio-like images, maybe for a portfolio, I have backdrop and lighting equipment which can be set up at your home*.
Within 2-3 days all the images from your photo shoot will be available online where you can view, select and purchase your favourite images as digital files - giving you complete flexibility to print off, share online and enjoy them on all your mobile devices - as well as physical prints or as a printed book.
You are not obliged to purchase any files or physical prints.
I schedule my photo shoots in such a way that you will never be hurried to make way for another booking - if additional time is required to 'get the shot' this isn't a problem.
Carol instantly made me feel relaxed and at ease in front of the camera... The end result was some great shots that are of such high quality that I cannot wait to use them to promote my music business.
Kate H., Rotherham
I can't recommend Carol enough, had a fantastic photo session with her, she made me feel so relaxed and such a friendly lady. We had a lot of fun with Ruby my dog. Thank-you so much, love the photos.
Jayne E., Sheffield
From the moment we arrived Carol was so warm and welcoming. She immediately put the girls at ease and after a 6hr journey with a full show ahead of us that was exactly what we needed...Will be back for the next promo shots for sure!
Kim Neaves, Producer, Women in Rock
60-minute indoor shoot in your home with backdrop and lighting setup
Full 'studio' retouching of your favourite 5 photos
Web resolution digital files of your edited images, resized and ready for use on social media, websites etc.
One 12" x 8" Fuji Crystal Archive print of your favourite photo
Five 7.5" x 5" Fuji Crystal Archive prints
Studio - Bronze Package plus...
Extended 90-minute time slot - enough for one outfit change
Full 'studio' retouching for 5 additional photos (10 in total)
Five additional 7.5" x 5" Fuji Crystal Archive prints
Two 9" x 6" Fuji Crystal Archive prints
Studio - Bronze Package plus...
Extended 2 hour time slot - ideal if you would like two or three outfit changes
Full 'studio' retouching for 10 additional photos (15 in total)
Ten additional 7.5" x 5" Fuji Crystal Archive prints
Four 9" x 6" Fuji Crystal Archive prints.
Indoor, 60-minute shoot with backdrop and lighting setup
Full 'studio' retouching of your favourite 5 photos
Web resolution digital files of your edited images, resized and ready for use on social media, websites etc.
Full resolution digital files of your edited images for use with printed media such as posters, flyers, magazines, displays etc. including Commercial Use License
Prints available to purchase separately
60-minute indoor or outdoor shoot at your home or chosen location
Full editing and minor retouching of your favourite 5 photos
Web resolution digital files of your edited images, resized and ready for use on social media, websites etc.
One 12" x 8" Fuji Crystal Archive print of your favourite photo
Five 7.5" x 5" Fuji Crystal Archive prints
Lifestyle - Bronze Package plus...
Extended 90-minute time slot - enough for one outfit change or a change of location within a 5 minute walk
Editing/minor retouching 5 additional photos (10 in total)
Five additional 7.5" x 5" Fuji Crystal Archive prints
Two 9" x 6" Fuji Crystal Archive prints
Lifestyle - Bronze Package plus...
Extended 2 hour time slot - ideal if you would like two or three outfit changes or a change of location within a 10 minute drive
Editing/minor retouching 10 additional photos (15 in total)
Ten additional 7.5" x 5" Fuji Crystal Archive prints
Four 9" x 6" Fuji Crystal Archive prints.
| Minutes | Images | Additional Images |
Digital Files | Prints | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 dpi | 300 dpi | 7.5" x 5" | 9" x 6" | 12" x 8" | ||||
| Studio - Bronze | 60 | 5 | £15.00 | 5 | - | 5 | - | 1 |
| Studio - Silver | 90 | 10 | £13.50 | 10 | - | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| Studio - Gold | 120 | 15 | £12.00 | 15 | - | 15 | 4 | 1 |
| Head Shots (Promo) | 60 | 5 | £15.00 | 5 | 5 | - | - | - |
| Lifestyle - Bronze | 60 | 5 | £7.50 | 5 | - | 5 | - | 1 |
| Lifestyle - Silver | 90 | 10 | £6.75 | 10 | - | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| Lifestyle - Gold | 120 | 15 | £6.00 | 15 | - | 15 | 4 | 1 |
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Additional image prices include a 72dpi digital file and a 7.5" x 5" print. 7.5" x 5" / 9" x 6" prints may be combined and swapped for 12" x 8" prints if preferred. Additional print options available with no obligation. |
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In the industry, photoshoots are generally priced very low - sometimes at a loss for the photographer - in order to entice you in.
The real profits for a photographer are from 'hard' selling you expensive prints and digital files once you have seen the photographs and fallen in love with them.
I've even seen business guides that say printing the best images and then tearing a rejected photo up in front of the horrified customer is a great way to pressure them into purchasing the rest to save them from the same fate!
I do not work that way.
Each standard photoshoot includes physical and digital prints which you select from your online gallery without any of the pressure to pay anything more.
My portrait photography packages also solve the usual problems such as the ability to travel to a studio, rigid timeslots and very limited editing/retouching. I travel to you and if a timeslot runs over a little so that we get that perfect shot that isn't a problem. Editing and retouching is also tailored to you and can be as little or as much as you wish.
