Family portrait guide in Ryde, Isle of Wight

Consider when a friend walks into your home and pauses next to your fun-filled family photographs lovingly displayed along the stairs. How did you manage to get everyone looking so relaxed they ask? I remember once visiting a friend in Ryde, the pride in her young family was heart-warming. Broad grins, genuine emotions, and lots of laughter were the underlying motifs. A far cry from the Victorian tableau.

Family portrait guide by Isle of Wight Photographer

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Solent portrait photographer – delivering relaxed family photography

Solent portrait photographer

– delivering relaxed family photography

Photo saviours

For mothers needing to find the perfect gift, birthdays and holidays can be a stressful time. Having a custom photo session at home for yourself, your sisters or your husband can be the answer.

Here’s why:

1. Flexibility – young children of different ages need a distinct approach

2. Favourite toys or clean outfits are close by – incorporating items that are special to them

3. Easy to get involved – interacting with the props, toys or games brings excitement

4. Be carefree – carefully laid plans tend to go by the wayside, I know this and keep sessions short and fast-paced.

Take heart. Even when photographing young ones. Choosing the right photographer can make a real difference. Talk to me and you’ll find a person with the drive and passion to make it happen for you. Creating the perfect portrait can be a pretty emotional experience. But the right photographer will make it the right sort of emotion. Your photos will have the power to move you.

BOOKING FOR EXPRESSIVE HEADSHOTS

Please contact the Isle of Wight Studio on +44 (0)1983 617383 or Mandy on +44 (0)7719316609 or email [email protected]

ANY QUESTIONS?

What to expect

What to expect on your portrait session on the Isle of Wight

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Step 1 – The consultation

Getting to know each other is the first part. You’ll want to know exactly what to expect during your photo session – where we’ll meet, what to pack and what happens on the day.

Once we’ve narrowed down your date, you’ll be sent a welcome pack crammed full of goodies including choosing your perfect outfit and how to make the most of your session.

We’ll chat on the phone, email, text, or even skype the week before so I can get to know you, your family, and your life. I want to know your ‘must-have’ shots and what your hopes are for the session.

“Thank you for processing them so quickly. There are literally about 30 that I adore! It’s been impossible to choose! Thank you for taking such beautiful photos.” Ryde, Isle of Wight

Step 2 – On the day

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Photo sessions are a great experience and last for 1 or 2 hours. As soon as we meet I’ll aim to put you totally at ease and am proud of my gift for depicting families with warmth and style.

Expect to have lots of fun, creating natural and relaxed pictures without being cliched or formulaic. Your session may take place on-location at a local park and there’s lots of flexibility for snacks and wardrobe changes.

Your session will be the only one for the day, so there’s plenty of time to get to know each other in order to create a set of portraits that demonstrate your personality, life, and loves.

Bring along a friend or family member, anyone who makes you smile, and enjoy spending time with each other.

” Amanda was lovely with our two young children and we got some amazing natural shots of the kids as well as us as a family. She is a fantastic photographer, who is able to catch character and fun in her shots.” Ryde, Isle of Wight

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Step 3 – Choosing your prints

You can expect clean, crisp photographs carefully prepared and selected for your ordering session. I will choose only the very best images to share on your beautiful slideshow.

The first viewing is within 2 weeks and can be overwhelming, so take time over the next 5 days to discuss your portrait options.

Ask friends to help you decide on which digital images to buy.

“From the minute you meet Mandy you feel comfortable. She chose such a great spot to take our photos and has a really good eye for everything which makes it totally worth working with her.” Ryde, Isle of Wight

My aim is simple – to ensure a truly wonderful experience. I custom each photo session, from the beginning of the shoot right until your items are delivered. My goal is to personally look after you every step of the way. That way I know you’ll get a service that is second to none.

BOOKING FOR EXPRESSIVE HEADSHOTS

Please contact the Isle of Wight Studio on +44 (0)1983 617383 or Mandy on +44 (0)7719316609 or email [email protected]

ANY QUESTIONS?

Family portrait tips by East Wight Photographer

East Wight Photographer

If you are thinking about having a family portrait session in East Wight, but wonder whether it will be a struggle with the constant juggling of being a mum, working and with personal commitments, this post is for you.

Considering having a family portrait taken

– Here are my 10 tips to get you motivated

Set yourself a plan

Say when you would like your portrait session and ask everyone in the family to keep this date clear. Share the goals for the session with those involved and explain why it is important to you e.g. are the photos a present for grandma as she would like to have a photograph for her bedside table or to celebrate an event?