Natalie, Simon & Erin - Rayne Train Station Sneek Peek

Last Saturday Natalie, Simon and little Erin brought the sunshine with them to Rayne train station for their family shoot. I had such a hard time picking a favourite for their sneak peek, but just couldn't resist this big squeezy, kiss one!

Julia, Ian & Mia : Thorndon Park Family Photo Shoot

I recently met up with Julia, Ian and Mia as they were taking pictures of Russell and I. I thought it would be a great opportunity for me to experience how it feels to be in front of the camera for once. I learnt a lot from it and am so excited to see the results and share them here.

Whilst there however, I took a few pictures for Julia. The light in Thorndon Park was just gorgeous and even though this was just a quick 10 minute shoot these are some of my favourite shots to date!

Julia, Ian & Mia - Sneak Peek

The light at the weekend was just amazing. I'm a bit disappointed that I hadn't filled it with photo shoots now because it was just stunning. To prove my point I just wanted to share this gorgeous sneak peek of Julia, Ian and Mia shot in Thorndon Park, Brentwood.

October has become my most favourite month to photograph, now get in touch because I'm desperate to take more pictures just like these!!

Family and Children's Shoot In Time for Christmas!

I know, I know! I hate to say it but Christmas is approaching and although I wont be starting my shopping until the last week (I think I'm a sucker for panic buying!) I am going to be very organised when it comes to arranging and delivering you family and children's photos.

So in a brilliant attempt to help with that organisation I am encouraging all those of you interested in booking a photo shoot with me to do so now so that we can shoot, edit and deliver all those lovely goodies in time for Santa arriving on December 25th.

Family or Children shoots can be booked for up to 5 people and take place in a location of your choice (I only ask for travel expenses if your location is further than 50 miles from Colchester). So with Autumn creeping up on us imagine how adorable your little ones are going to look in piles of golden leaves in the woods. Perhaps you'd prefer a blustery photo shoot at the beach all wrapped up in scarves and hats. It's your choice and I'd love to be there to capture everything!

I would advise that if you'd like to book up, that your photo shoot should take place before November 30th. This gives me plenty of time to get your products ordered, check them all and then get them sent to you. From the end of September I'm dedicating all of my shoots purely to families and Children as wedding season will be over for me.

So whats the price you're wondering? Photo shoots are just £70 and include up to two hours of shooting, multiple outfit changes, an online password protected gallery and 30-40 images fully edited for you to choose from.

Products begin at £10 and you'll be sent a price list when you enquire. There is no minimum order involved and bespoke sizes can be catered for. 

I'm also offering gift certificates this Christmas so if you know someone who would love a shoot but just wont have the time before Christmas get in touch! Available in amounts £25, £50 and £100 and can be put towards the costs of photo shoots or products.

Please contact me for more details and to get booked in. kerrie@kerriemitchell.co.uk

Look forward to meeting you all soon!

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York Family - Wivenhoe Woods Family Photo Shoot with Bluebells

You may remember back in August last year I ran a competition for a free photo shoot for up to four people via my Facebook Page. 

Ali was the winner of the shoot (you can see the video we made for the drawing here) and she wanted to use it to get some up to date photos of her family. We finally got round to doing the shoot over the bank holiday weekend and decided to do it at Wivenhoe Woods as the Bluebells were out. Couldn't have asked for better weather either! I'm looking forward to more family shoots in this kind of weather.... hello summer!!

I'm considering running another contest for this summer so keep your eyes peeled and let me know if you'd be interested by commenting below!

Mothers Day: A Nine Year Old's View

On Mothers day I had been taking Gemma's Teen photos and so when it came to family lunch I was a little photo-ed out although I had my camera with me. My younger brother was bored within 5 minutes of arriving and finishing his homework and so I gave him my camera, set it on auto and let him snap away. Here are his pictures, which I did edit slightly (mainly adding my logo) but not alot, it's his composition and point of view and it's some pretty good work.

The men made starters and the main meal, however my older brother managed to get away with it.

Had to include a picture of my mum on mothers day....

After he came back and showed me this on on the LCD screen I told him to try getting up really close to one of the flowers and seeing what would happen. Then he came back with the two below... I think he's a natural.

We had to have an obligatory group picture, which with a 50mm prime was difficult for Ben to make sure he had everyone in frame (he was in another room for this shot!) I can't remember what we're laughing at, but I like this picture because we're all doing something different.

So I now offer a nine year old second shooter... is that allowed?! :D

A Reminder About Family Photo Shoots...

On Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th of March I will be offering 45 minute photo shoots for families at Highwoods Country Park in Colchester, Essex. There is no limit to the amount of people for these photo sessions, just bring along the family, children and even your dogs for a fun photo shoot walk.

Highwoods has plenty of areas to explore, open fields, a lake and dense woodland so it will provide a beautiful natural backdrop for your photographs. We'll start off from the Visitors centre and follow the paths around the woodland, I'll take pictures as we walk and make sure we stop in pre-planned areas for the all important big family picture. For the rest of the session, I'll capture you in action walking, talking and playing with your family, occasionally taking some of you aside for extra pictures.

The main aim of these photo shoots is that you can all be yourselves and have fun, I'll only be posing you for the main picture and the rest of the time I'm there to capture you being yourselves around each other. Highwoods, is perfect for this. There are lots of areas for the children to run about and I even think the mud will add to the photographs! (bring wellies!!) It's a perfect little day out in the fresh air!

Included in these photo sessions are;

- A 45 minute photo session.

- A password protected gallery for you to view your images.

- A 15 x 10 mounted and framed image of your choice. (in a light wood or white wood frame)

- The same image on CD for you to make further copies from or use online.

- Between 20-30 fully edited and enhanced pictures in my usual style for you to choose from.

After your photo session I'll edit between 20 - 30 photographs from your photo shoot and upload them into a password protected gallery. You can then choose one image to be printed in 15x10 size framed and mounted. (this is included in the price of the photo session along with the same image on CD for you to make further copies from) you then have the option to purchase further prints but you are under no obligation to buy if you do not want to.

Your photo session, framed print and image on CD is all included in the price of £70 (normally worth £150) 

Photo sessions will start at 10.00am on both days and are by appointment only. 

If you are interested email me at kerrie@kerriemitchell.co.uk and we'll get you booked in! (Please note, I'm on holiday (yay!!) from the 14th-22nd March, but will answer all my e-mails the day I return and confirm appointments then!)

To see the results from my family's photo shoot click here

Family Photo Shoots in time for Mothers Day

Over the weekend of March 26th and 27th I'll be at Highwoods Country Park in Colchester, Essex for a weekend of family photo shoots. Each family will get a 45 minute slot, where we'll walk around the park taking group shots and candid photographs of you all having a fun day out.

You'll get a framed 15"x10" image in either a light wood or white wood frame and the same image on disc for you to make further copies from or e-mail to all your relatives. A perfect mothers day gift! All for £70. (Mothers day is April 3rd this year for all those of you who are panicking!)

Photo shoots are by appointment only so you'll need to e-mail me (kerrie@kerriemitchell.co.uk) to book your slot. I'm planning 5 or 6 per day. Make sure you book up quick, to avoid disappointment! 

 

To see the results from my family's photo shoot click here

Mothers Day Family Photo Sessions

I've been getting a lot of enquires about family portrait sessions recently. I don't have a studio space, nor do I carry backdrops or lighting equipment to bring the studio experience to you. (plus I think it's limiting and a bit boring!) So instead I've been thinking about how I can best maximise my time to fit in lots of family sessions at a reduced rate all in time for Mothers Day.

Here's the plan.....

Click to see Fia's photo shoot at Highwoods

On Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th of March I will be offering 45 minute photo shoots for families at Highwoods Country Park in Colchester, Essex. There is no limit to the amount of people for these photo sessions, just bring along the family, children and even your dogs for a fun photo shoot walk.

Highwoods has plenty of areas to explore, open fields, a lake and dense woodland so it will provide a beautiful natural backdrop for your photographs. We'll start off from the Visitors centre and follow the paths around the woodland, I'll take pictures as we walk and make sure we stop in pre-planned areas for the all important big family picture. For the rest of the session, I'll capture you in action walking, talking and playing with your family, occasionally taking some of you aside for extra pictures.

The main aim of these photo shoots is that you can all be yourselves and have fun, I'll only be posing you for the main picture and the rest of the time I'm there to capture you being yourselves around each other. Highwoods, is perfect for this. There are lots of areas for the children to run about and I even think the mud will add to the photographs! (bring wellies!!) It's a perfect little day out in the fresh air!

Address of Location: Highwoods Country Park, Visitors Centre, Turner Road, Colchester, CO4 5JR

(photos from Colchester Borough Council website) 

Included in these photo sessions are;

- A 45 minute photo session.

- A password protected gallery for you to view your images.

- A 15 x 10 mounted and framed image of your choice. (in a light wood or white wood frame)

- The same image on CD for you to make further copies from or use online.

- Between 20-30 fully edited and enhanced pictures in my usual style for you to choose from.

After your photo session I'll edit between 20 - 30 photographs from your photo shoot and upload them into a password protected gallery. You can then choose one image to be printed in 15x10 size framed and mounted. (this is included in the price of the photo session along with the same image on CD for you to make further copies from) you then have the option to purchase further prints but you are under no obligation to buy if you do not want to.

Your photo session, framed print and image on CD is all included in the price of £70 (normally worth £150) 

Photo sessions will start at 10.00am on both days and are by appointment only. 

I'll have some example images up to show you at the weekend as I'm planning on putting my own family through the process to find the best parts of the woods to use! 

If you are interested email me at kerrie@kerriemitchell.co.uk and we'll get you booked in!

Click to see Keeley & Matt's shoot at Highwoods