When was the last time you were happy with your child's school photograph?
I've recently received my daughter's (now age 11) and it reminded me why I don't buy from school photo companies. She didn't look herself: her personality didn't show through, her smile wasn't genuine and her uniform looked out of place. My immediate thoughts were "they've rushed through these - again." I'm sad to say that I have yet to receive a school photo proof that I'm happy with. Amongst other comments, the main feedback I've received from parents RE school photos is that their child's hair / uniform doesn't look presentable and simple changes haven't been rectified (i.e. top buttons undone, collars not straight), that their child's smile is 'fake', making them look uncomfortable and 'not themselves', or that there's an obvious scratch / bruise that has spoiled an otherwise lovely portrait: something that's easily fixable!
Don't get me wrong, I'm sure that there are Photographers out there who will take a good school portrait and I've seen some beautiful images taken.
All in all, over the years taking my customer's school portraits, the general consensus is that the official school photos tend to be rushed - not to mention expensive - which I believe is a major downside to what should be a cherished memory.
View my School Photo Packages - from £19 Here are a few of my before and after comparisons of individual school portraits I've taken and school photos -
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View my School Photo Packages - from £19
Benefits of a School Mini Shoot with MP Portrait Photography:
• Siblings can be photographed together
• Larger variety of poses • Relaxed & informal shoot • Longer session time • Parents in attendance means nicer smiles (no more messy hair shots! 🤭) • Additional editing: removal of scratches and marks on clothing (at no extra cost)
• Experienced SEND-friendly Photographer*
*"Maddy has worked with our most complex pupils producing outstanding photographs that capture the essence of the child. Their favourite toys or activities are included that show the child in relaxed poses that allows their happiness to flow into the photographs. Comments from parents are of delight at the beautifully relaxed pictures of their children. We cannot recommend highly enough." Jill Bowe (Headteacher) Villa Real School *Deposits are non-refundable.
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