I recommend keeping it plain and simple - less is more!

I highly recommend sticking to neutral or pastel colours. Try to ensure everyone is wearing a similar colour or tone.

For a photo that stands the test of time, opt for clothes that are classic rather than super trendy. Try to avoid trendy patterns and styles that might be outdated in a year.

You want to be comfortable, but choose something flattering and timeless that will make you want to keep that family portrait up for years to come. Coordinate rather than match.

Avoid wearing large logos, motifs, characters, graphics or clashing patterns, which will date your photos.

Dress according to the weather - layers are good.

• Clean and healthy snacks – carrot and celery sticks, cheese, crackers (no messy food – such as chocolate).
• Water or other drinks that don’t leave stains
• Treats to bribe children?
• Hair brush maybe?
• Secateurs or scissors to cut your own sunflowers!
• Waterproof clothing – if summer showers are forecast
• The location is on a farm - the ground may well be muddy or sticky, even on a sunny day - bring wellies or walking boots just in case. The ground will be uneven.
• Most of all, bring your patience, enjoy yourself and leave it to me!

Get kids excited about the shoot far in advance. Plan a surprise or a special treat after the shoot, so that they look forward to it. You don’t want your kids to think of the photo shoot as something scary, or worse, a chore.

Make an effort and plan. You are paying good money for these photos so don’t look as though you have just come home from the school run in the rain! You don’t have to look like you are off to the races either, but look your best!

Don’t show up to a photo shoot on an empty stomach. I meet many families who come to a photo session with dinner or a picnic scheduled at the end. If this is your plan, be sure to give everyone a healthy snack before the photo shoot.

You have a 30 minute slot allocated for your photoshoot. Please allow plenty of time to find the farm, park and be ready for your start time. I am running several shoots consecutively, so please don't be late or you may miss your slot 😫

You are welcome to bring well behaved dogs, but the farm ask that they are kept on a lead, as the farm does have livestock and the owners don't want the flowers to be damaged. As always, please pick up any dog mess 💩

There are basic toilet facilities available and free field parking - not suitable for low vehicles.

If the forecast is for bad weather, I will be in touch to reschedule. I'll keep in touch and you're welcome to contact me any time.

You can contact me on my mobile, 07941 873 088.

Yes! You are welcome to bring secateurs or scissors to cut your own sunflowers to take home 🌻