FAMILY PHOTO + FILM SHOOTS
Real adventures. Real families. Photos + film you’ll rewatch for years.
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YOUR ADVENTURE
Do you love spending your family time splashing in puddles or does the sight of hills on the horizon make your heart sing? Whether you’re exploring your woods, spending a Saturday morning in your allotment or hiking up a mountain with little legs, I’m here to capture it.
A Family Adventure Shoot is as far from a posed studio session as you can get. There’s no “say cheese” and no stiff smiles. You do what you love doing most, and I come along for the ride, capturing it as photos and film that you can hang on your walls and rewatch time and time again.
I’m Ciara, a Chester-based photographer and filmmaker. I’m here to capture your family portraits in the gardens, forests and hills of Cheshire and North Wales.
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HOW DOES IT WORK?
Every shoot is tailored to your family. We’ll chat beforehand about where you love to go, what your children are like and what you’d like to remember, and I’ll guide you through what to wear, where to go and what to expect.
On the day, there’s no script. I take a hybrid documentary approach, so I let the adventure flow as it naturally would while I capture the important moments: the giggles, the muddy boots, the piggybacks, the snacks and the celebratory snacks at the end.
You don’t need to reach the summit. There’s no pressure to hike far or have a big “wow” moment. Your local woods can tell just as important a story as a mountain, and it’s all about the time you spend together. Life with little ones can be chaotic, but these are the moments worth keeping.
& capturing the action
WHAT YOU GET
- £395 for a relaxed 1.5 hour photo shoot at a local location around Chester
- £595 for a half day photo shoot in the hills and forests of North Wales/Cheshire/The Peak District
- A pre-shoot consultation and my “How to Prepare” guide
- Hand-edited images, a private online gallery and your favourite 10 high resolution digital images (Upgrade to the full gallery for £200.)
- Add film: a standalone family adventure film (3-5 minutes) is £995, or choose a combined photo + film shoot from £1190
- My happiness guarantee: if you’re not delighted, I’ll reshoot or refund your session fee
See The Experience for the full details, prints and collections.
I AM SO THRILLED WITH THE RESULTS OF MY PHOTOSHOOT
“Can not praise Ciara enough!! Her patience is endless and she listens to what it is you want and provides just that. She captured beautifully the individual personalities of my three dogs as well as the relationship between me and my horse. I am so thrilled with the results of my photoshoot and would highly recommend Ciara to anyone!!”
Katy
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YOUR QUESTIONS
Do we have to be keen hikers?
Not at all. The most important aspect of this shoot is that I capture you doing the thing you and your family love best. That could be a morning in your garden or allotment. A stomp through your local woods or we can head for the hills!
How old can the children be?
Any age! From babies in carriers to grumpy teenagers (who I promise will enjoy themselves… even if it’s difficult for them to admit!) I adapt to your family, and snacks always help…
What if the kids don't cooperate?
That’s all part of the story. There’s no posing so a wobble or a muddy puddle is just another real moment. I find being out on location and making it more about the adventure and less about ‘having a Photo Shoot’ takes the pressure off the shoot and allows everyone to relax.
Where can we shoot?
Anywhere your family loves, such as Delamere Forest, Moel Famau and the Clwydian Range, or your favourite local woods. I’m also happy to travel to the Peak District, Lake District or further afield!
What if the weather is bad?
I’m always happy to reschedule at no extra cost if the forecast looks awful. A showery day can make for beautiful, moody photos, though, so we’ll decide together.
What should we wear?
Comfortable outdoor clothes that suit your adventure. I’ll send a full guide when you book, with colour and layering tips.
Can we bring the dog or the horse?
Yes! Include as many humans and animals as you like.
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PORTFOLIO
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TAKE THE NEXT STEP
“There will never be the perfect time, you can only make time perfect”
Save your date with a £95 deposit, or call me for an informal chat on 07857823296.