Are you insured?

Yes. We are fully insured, with public liability and full comprehensive cover.

How far in advance do I need to book?

This is heavily depended on what kind of session, your chosen day and general time of year. Our advice is always the sooner the better. For newborns, you should be looking to book whilst you are still pregnant (for more detailed info about this please see the post on our blog). For studio and location sessions two weeks prior is usually enough notice. However, please know that we are particularly busy on a Saturday, especially during the summer months and run up to Christmas. We do our best to accommodate everyone, however, and can open Sundays on special request this however will require a minimum spend of £195.00 plus the session price of £35.00 .

How do I book?

Please call us at the studio you wish to make your booking . Our studio numbers are listed at the bottom of this page . Please note we do take a booking fee to secure the time allocated out of our diary ( this is non refundable ) but can be changed should we get the correct notice to do so. If you have any questins feel free to give us a call and we can run over any quieries you may have .

How long is my session?

Nearly all of our sessions can take up to an hour. This is to allow for natural break points and a variety of different styles to be incorporated. The exceptions to this rule are newborns, which vary and can be 1-3 hours, and boudoir, which can be up to two hours depending on whether you take up our professional make-up option. After each session, we will always make you a separate viewing appointment - these appointments are always an hour, you may not need all this time but it allows for a relaxed pace  and any difficult decisons you may have to make.

How many pictures do you take?

As many as we can/you want within the alloted time frame!

Can I purchase extra images?

Yes, we have a number of collections and individually priced products for you to choose from. However, there is no obligation to do so and you will always receive the same level of service from us. If you have something specific in mind before the session, please let us know so we can make sure to capture an appropriate image. If you would like a specific price-list, please contact us through one of our channels and we can forward you a copy. We are always adding new products and services to our collections to ensure we have options for everyone.

How can I view my images after the session?

After each session we book you in for a showcase appointment. As stated, this is an hour long session to allow you to choose your favourite images and make the best decision for you. We prefer to work face-to-face so we do not operate an online viewing service. In our experience, this allows for a better experience for yourself and it significantly speeds up the process.

You will place your order on the day of your showcase, if you wish to purchase any extra images. If you decide not to take that option we regret to say that we cannot hold your images until a later day - they will be remove from our systems. This is just because of the unfortunate reality of storage space on our drives. If, however, you decide to place an order, your images will be held for a period of time and we will inform you when we need to remove them. Therefore, you are free to make any extra purchases during this time if you choose to do so.

How long do I have to order?

How Long does it take to receive my images?

We operate a 30 working day policy for all orders. This is to ensure we can maintain our high standards for all our products. This also allows us to work with our third party collaborators to produce any framed or canvas products. Of course we understand that you will be excited to receive your images, and we endeavour to turn everything around quickly, but please remain patient during this time. We will always call when everything is ready for you to collect. 

NEWBORN SESSION INFO & PREP GUIDE -

Welcoming a new baby is both joyful and overwhelming, being a parent myself I can relate. You have chosen to capture this fleeting time with your baby and to forever remember them exactly as they are now, and I promise this will be all worth it. The sleepy, peaceful babies show in newborn photography all have one common quality, their parents followed this simple prep guide before their session.

A peaceful state of sleepiness is the ultimate goal of our newborn session, together with some contented awake shoots.  To ensure this I'm asking for a little bit help from you. None of which I have not already done with my very own babies and clients before you. A sleepy baby is critical to the success of your newborn session so please follow all of the helpful tips and instructions. This perfect sleep recipe has proven to be very effective in newborn photography around the world. 

  • If you can, on the morning of your session, try to keep your baby awake for 2-3 hours by giving them a bath, interacting with them, and feeding just before you leave your home or on arrival at our studio. Obviously, this may all go out of the window, as these things are always easier said than done! But this little bit of prep really can make a difference to your session, especially if baby arrives nice and sleepy.

  • Dress baby in a simple loose sleeper that doesn't have to be lifted off over the head, just in case baby is sleeping soundly on arrival. No tight socks or vests to avoid lines on their skin.

  • If you are using or considering using a dummy, please bring it along. It can be a huge lifesaver when baby continuously wants to feed/suckle for comfort. Sometimes it really is the difference between getting that shot or not! A dummy can help to avoid contact with mummy while we are in the “rhythm” of a session. Baby can smell mum and hear her voice and this triggers their instinct to feed. It can be quite a distraction for a little newborn. Using a bottle or a dummy for a couple of minutes can help to maintain the fluidity of the session and helps the baby settle easier.

  • BATHE BABY - The purpose of the bath is not just to clean YOUR baby and ensure the fabulous soft fuzzy baby hair. While all that is true, the real reason for the bath is to keep babies awake and tire them out ready for their session.

  • We would be grateful if you could feed your baby a FULL feeding before you leave home, especially if they are due a feed near the time of your session. A full tummy equals a sleepy baby! If this is not possible you can do this on arrival.

    Tip-Get dressed and pack before feeding baby so it’s the last thing you do before heading to the studio!  

  • ON ARRIVAL - A full baby means a sleepy baby, and we need a very sleepy & calm baby in order to achieve the sweet, flexible poses you see in our portfolio. If baby is awake when you arrive, it is best to undress them first, loosen the nappy and then wrap them in a blanket before feeding.

  • The studio will be heated intensely to keep your little one warm, so dress in layers so that you can remove some if you get too warm.

  • Please know that we do not mind waiting for you to nurse or for nappy changes, or just taking a break to soothe your baby at any point. You and your baby's wellbeing is more important to me than getting a shot. If you are bottle-feeding your baby, please bring along more than you think you'll need!

  • When doing the poses where the baby is undressed, it is normal (and okay) for baby to poop or wee on on backdrops...or anywhere else. I can assure you this happens all the time, and we are not upset or offended. Please bring with you baby wipes, extra nappies, and a towel. After each newborn session, I launder all of my backdrops and other items the baby comes in to contact with. An extra set of clothes for the parents is a good idea, just in case. Someone always gets wee'd or pooped on, its usually me, but sometimes you!

  • Newborn sessions generally take 1-3 hours, so please plan for that. If there are older siblings that will be included in photos, those images will be photographed at the start of the session. We suggest have your spouse/partner take the older sibling(s) out onto the grass or to the play area behind us while we complete the session as its unfair to expect little siblings to sit for 1-3 hours, they will become very bored.

    We recommend bringing no more than yourself, your spouse/partner and children. Lots of people in the studio make for somewhat challenging creative conditions and it’s tight in our cozy LITTLE space!

    No cameras are allowed during your session. We understand this is a momentous time in your life that you want to capture. However, we are working very hard to create unique, artistic images for you and another camera in our midst is distracting. Enjoy your session and allow me to take those beautiful photos for you.

  • If you wish to have a portrait with baby please keep clothing simple. Personally, I think plain tops with neutral colours work best, please avoid bright and busy patterns & large logos where possible. 

    I am a big fan of skin-on-skin portraits with you holding your baby against you. They're so timeless. So if you want some natural portraits like this with your newborn, mum's consider a strapless top or vest.

CHECKLIST

  • Nappies and wipes

  • Milk

  • Parent and siblings outfits

  • Dummy (optional but very helpful)

  • Baby go home outfit

  • A baby blanket

  • Anything to make you comfortable (ipad, books ). we will provide cold and hot drinks and biscuits !

  • Thank you again for choosing Cam Photography to document this special time in your lives. we are honored you chose us, and we consider photographing your newborn a great responsibility and privilege