Expressions Mini Sessions

This contact sheet was found in my grandmothers possessions. I was mesmerised by it! The print shows my mum as a 7 month old, blond, curly, inquisitive, cute and bossy little baby girl who had just learnt to sit up. My grandmother’s hand accidentally reaching in on a few of the shots to wipe away the dribbles or change the favourite toy is what makes it such a special little collection.

Everything had been left in; the outtakes and wobbles add to the charm and story of the photography session. In fact, some of the expressions and funny little looks show a glimpse of my mothers personality now!

I loved looking at this contact sheet so much that I have used the idea to create a studio product for Pictorial Photography called ‘Expressions’. Some of you may have seen this framed copy in the studio somewhere.

I trialled Expressions last year and it proved a popular offer

An Expressions session includes:

• 30 minute studio shoot at our studio

• In-person ordering session where you can choose your favourite expressions for your wall

• An 18"x12" (45x30cm) expressions print of your child as shown above (usually 30 pictures on the print)

The photographs are all taken in a vintage high chair so the resulting framed photograph looks best on display in your kitchen or dining room.

Your baby needs to be able to sit unsupported in a high chair (usually around 6 months - 2 years old). Expression mini sessions are not suitable for babies who cannot sit unaided!

You will need to bring babies favourite toys, any heirloom toys you would like to include, a bib, and a change of top.

The Small Print

TIME SLOTS: Will be allocated on a first come first serve basis and will run on time. Bookings are limited to one per family.

CHILDREN: All under 18’s to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

PRODUCTS: Products included in the shoot can not be changed or swapped. Further prints, frames, products, packages and/or digital files can be purchased after your session. Facebook images will be watermarked.

FAMILY GROUPS: Mini shoot sessions are not suitable for large family groups.

PAYMENT: Payment is taken upon booking to secure your slot.

SESSION IMAGES: Clients should expect to see between 30 and 50 images from an expressions Mini Shoot.

ORDER TIMELINE: Pictorial Photography will fulfil product orders within 28 days of the order being received. All image files that are not purchased will be deleted after the ordering session.

Written by Sarah