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Amanda Herbert

Portrait Photography, Isle of Wight

The reality of a portrait session in Ryde

Turn your family outings into fabulous portraits

A step-by-step guide for busy families in Ryde

A common question for people looking to book a photographer includes ‘what happens during a portrait session’, ‘what does it involve’ or ‘what do I need to do’? The reality of each stage of the portrait experience on the Isle of Wight is easier than you think.

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Step One – Contact the photographer

The conversation. The first step is to talk about why you want a portrait captured. The role of the photographer is to listen and ask questions. The more a photographer learns about your family, hopes and visions the better equipped they are to offer advice on potential outfit choices, locations, accessories, and your prints.

Ryde baby playing with curtains

Step Two – Preparation and prep

Dream together. It’s important to have the best possible service – what do you feel is important to your portrait experience? Ask for:

  1. a location that is near your home, coffee shops, and transport links
  2. seek guidance on what to pack and the style of clothes that will suit the location
  3. expect a break down of the day – length of session, processing time, and delivery date

Ryde baby turning to look

Step Three – On the day

Have fun. The process has begun, your photographer will ensure that you’ll receive the best experience and highest quality service available.

Giggling baby Isle of Wight Baby with smile Seaview Wistful baby Ryde Baby looking up at photographer Daddy holding baby Ryde Toddler crawling Isle of Wight

Step Four – Ordering

Stay in continuous contact with your photographer. Each professional will have their own procedure for processing and delivering the images.

Where to look for this information:

  1. Look at your policy documents. You want a list of the number of images delivered, types of processing, where the proofing gallery will be shared and the time frame expected.
  2. At the end of the session, ask for a reminder – when will the proofs be shared with you?
  3. Write a quick ‘thank you’ to the photographer, they might be eager to share a sneak peek with you that evening.
  4. Ordering is overwhelming and emotional  Allow the dust to settle on the images before making your final choice. Professional photographers would love to offer their support and guidance, they’ll explain which ones are their strongest images.

Newborn lying in bed Seaview

Step Five – Sharing

Look around your home. Do you need a framed print for your grandma’s bureau? A statement canvas to stunning your friends. Or a fun-filled album to share with visitors when they pop round for coffee? Ask your photographer for their product guide, it should highlight size, cost and product details.

Quality portraits are created through patience, empathy, and the search for beautiful portrait options. Each stage should lead you to natural portraits that honestly and authentically convey the life and laughter in your family.

I’m a warm and laidback family photographer in Ryde and the Isle of Wight. With boundless energy I capture your family’s love and laughter to produce storytelling images for boisterous families, loving couples, and informal get-togethers.

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About Me

As an Isle of Wight portrait photographer, I produce expressive business portraits and headshot photography (corporate headshots) for entrepreneurs, authors, and actors in my home-based studio, Ryde.

I offer bespoke packages to ensure you feel relaxed and confident about your experience. Being an experienced portrait photographer on the Isle of Wight means that you’ll look happy, confident and approachable in your portraits.

And that’s a promise.

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Copyright © Amanda Herbert Photography for headshots, children's and family portraits in the following locations: Ryde, Seaview, Newport, Cowes, Shanklin, Sandown, Freshwater, Yarmouth, Ventnor and Portsmouth and other areas of Isle of Wight and Hampshire. Business portrait photography and personal branding is also available with Amanda Herbert.