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Welcome

CANNOT WAIT TO MEET YOU!

Thank you for booking a photoshoot with me. I cannot wait to be introduced to your precious new baby.

Really looking forward to taking your photos soon.

Please see below for the list of frequently asked questions!

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Hello!

I am Helena, a creative photographer based in Bath, Somerset with a passion for capturing life's special moments.

Since I can remember, I have always had a camera close at hand. Because of this, I have a beautiful record of some of the most important parts of my life. Looking back on all the photographs I have taken over the years, I am filled with joy and nostalgia, grateful for the ability to preserve those precious fragments of time.

I am passionate about offering that same gift to others, using my lens to capture all the big and small moments that make life so beautiful.

Family sitting on grass, two parents and two young children, bonding in a sunny outdoor setting.

The Process

  • Please sign your contract and fill out your questionnaire so I can find out as much as possible about you and your family. Have a think about what to wear and source anything you may need. The best outfits are neutral with lots of texture. (see style guide below)

  • make sure you have your outfits laid out on the bed and that everything is washed and ironed!

  • Arrive at the location in plenty of time to find parking and walk to me.

    The session will be outdoors around Bath or indoors in my home studio, it will run for 35 minutes. In this time we will have a chance to chat, set up a cosy area for you to sit in and I will take lots of pictures.

    There will be plenty of books and toys to play with.

    We will end the session with a hot chocolate and a cookie!

  • Within two weeks of the session, I will send you your online gallery via PICTIME. I will send up to 20 images which you can download. There is no obligation to print via my store, however I offer competitive rates and the quality is fantastic.

What to bring?

I should have everything you need here, however please bring a change of clothes for children and any nappies & wipes they may need.

It is also worth having their favourite toy or blanket in a bag in case they need to feel comfortable.

After your session:

Around two weeks after your session you will receive up to 20 images from our session via PicTime. If you would like prints then do not hesitate to get in touch. I use some gorgeous papers and have very competitive rates. You will receive a £50 money off voucher for you or a friend redeemable on any future photoshoot including branding and portraits (valid for a year).

Please stay in touch!

Style Guide

The question I am asked the most is 'what do I wear to my shoot?'

The idea behind this photoshoot is to have some cosy Winter Portraits of you and your family you can enjoy over the festive period but will also still look great on your mantlepiece well into the new year!

In terms of outfits, think cosy knitwear, neutral colours, soft socks and layers. The studio will be warm so your children should be comfortable in a plain t shirt or shirt.

We will have a duvet and pillows and we will create a little nest for you to sit and read and play in as if you are having a snuggly Sunday morning in bed!

We won’t be wearing shoes, so please bring along some slippers or get a pedicure done if you would like your feet out!

Parents: Jeans and a plain shirt will look great, equally a neural coloured dress will work too. Think greys, beige, creams!

I have a couple of dresses you are welcome to try on the day.

Family sitting in a field, smiling and embracing each other, surrounded by grass and sunlight.
Person lying on a bed with feet up, wearing cozy socks, in a relaxed pose.

images for reference

A smiling young child with blonde hair and a bow, wearing a light pink dress, lying on a soft, light-colored blanket or hammock.
Young child in a blue dress drinking from a white bowl outdoors on a sunny day.

FAQs

  • All my sessions are relaxed and informal, and I go with the pace of children and families - so if your little ones want to bring their favourite toy, musical instrument or do a funky dance- I am here for it all!

  • The photoshoot will run for 60-90 minutes, to give you plenty of time to relax into the photoshoot and feel at ease in front of the camera.

  • You get a gallery of up to 80 beautifully hand edited images.

  • Access to my client wardrobe for dresses & clothes for under 2s.

    Each family will also receive a little gift and a £50 voucher to spend in future for a photoshoot.

    This welcome guide!

  • The best style for my photoshoot is neutrals, warm knitwear and soft fabrics.

Thank you!

Thanks so much for reading through this guide. Look forward to photographing you and your family!

I hope you have found the guide useful. Do not hesitate to e-mail me if you have any questions. I will send you my studio address the week before the photoshoot!

Warmest wishes,

Helena xxx

info@helenamphotography.com

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