Lacey and Lola

I last saw Lacey in 2018 when I photographed her in the Church where her Mum and Dad got married. Fast forward three years and she has grown up into quite the young lady! Click here to see the photos from that shoot.

This time around I met them at their home in Dowdeswell. From there we walked across the lane onto the village green. Mum and Dad were keen for a few photos with their recently planted trees, as well as pictures of their new puppy! The shoot lasted for 40 minutes and was the usual mix of informal, casual shots alongside some more posed family photos. Below are a sample of images from the session.

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The Moore Family

Rob got in touch with me back in July to enquire about booking a family photo shoot in September. I was relieved he wanted to do the shoot in September as I had to turn a fair bit of work down in July and August due to the imminent arrival of my new mini mouse - no one is ever quite sure if they’re going to be late or early or how the birth is going to go but, as this was my third, and the other two were both late, I was banking on him also being late. As it was he was born at the start of August and the birth was pretty good! I was back on my feet working within just a week or two. It has been great to be out and about again exploring all the corners of the Cotswolds!

Rob and his family had booked a cottage for the weekend over near Broadway. It was a large family affair and as with most occasions that involve multiple children and various four legged pets - pretty crazy! The children were great fun, although the youngest was a little tearful due to a late night the previous evening. Yet despite that, we still managed to get some lovely shots of him, much to the family’s amazement! If you head over to my review page you’ll be able to read their comments - they were ever so pleased with the results, if not a little surprised given the minor melt downs from their little people!!

If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. I'd love to hear from you!

The Ellis Family

I met Alison, Chris and their two children, Eligh and Ava, at a remote spot called Kites Nest Lane, just the other side of Gloucester. It’s not a location I had been to before, but they go walking there a lot with their dog, Rory, and were keen to capture the family in one of their favourite settings.

It was a rather drizzly morning, but the woods provided great shelter and the rain made some fantastic opportunities for a spot of puddle jumping! We tried to keep the shoot as natural as possible, encouraging the children to play instead of pose. The bluebells made a lovely backdrop too. Below is just a small selection of shots from their 60 minute shoot.

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Barney!

It was a very blowy day when I met Alex and his family on Leckhampton Hill for their 60 minute photo shoot. Little Barney didn’t like the blustery conditions, and after persevering for a little while, we retreated to the shelter of the fields, tucked back from the escarpment.

Sometimes, the best quality one can bring to a photo shoot is patience. Little ones aren’t always keen on having their photos taken, so one has to work closely with the parents to encourage and relax them. It took a good 30 minutes for Barney to come round to the idea, we grabbed the odd shot where we could, mostly while he was sat snuggled in the back pack on Dad’s back! Through playfulness with the leaves on the trees, playing with sticks, being swung hand in hand by Mum and Dad and generally being tickled, teased and cuddled, we got some lovely photos of Barney, who has the most contagious smile! Mum and Dad were really pleased with the photos. Go to my reviews page to find out what they said.

If you would like to book an on location shoot then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. I'd love to hear from you. Thanks!

The Hannington's

It was great to catch up with the Hannington family again. I last saw them in 2016 when Callum and Theodore were much younger - I couldn’t believe how much they’d grown! To view the photos from that shoot please click here.

We met in Pittville Park and much of the 40 minutes was spent running around after the boys as they played, climbed and generally had a great time! Some of my photo shoots are pretty energetic sessions and this one was right up there with the best of them!

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Boys Will Be Boys!

Earlier this month I was in Pittville Park with Christian Holland, his two boys and their Grandma for a 30 minute photo shoot. Christian had bought the shoot for his Mum as a birthday present. We had a lovely time clambering over the stepping stones, rambling up the rope ladders and swinging from trees. My photo shoots always feel more like a play date than work! The boys had a great time.

If you would like to book an on location shoot then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414.  I'd love to hear from you. Thanks!

Erin

I recently organised a bumper day of back to back shoots at the Confetti Fields in Pershore, Worcestershire. It had been two years since I was last there but as always, the fields of delphiniums and sunflowers looked spectacular. I had eight shoots in total spread over the course of the day, which ran from 10am through to 5pm. Despite working under Covid-19 regulations, the day was great fun and a huge success. A big thank you to the organisers for making it safe and enjoyable for all those who visited.

Some of my families were previous clients, so it was great to see them again. I’m always amazed at how fast the children grow! It was also lovely to see some new faces and meet new families, including this little girl.

The Confetti Fields make a wonderful backdrop for photographs and offer something completely different from family to family. Some children wanted to spend the whole time playing hide and seek in the sunflowers, while others became lost in the curiosity of their own thoughts as they tickled the petals of the flowers.

If you would like to book an on location shoot then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414.  I'd love to hear from you. Thanks!

Confetti Fields 2020 Cont.

I recently organised a bumper day of back to back shoots at the Confetti Fields in Pershore, Worcestershire. It had been two years since I was last there but as always, the fields of delphiniums and sunflowers looked spectacular. I had eight shoots in total spread over the course of the day, which ran from 10am through to 5pm. Despite working under Covid-19 regulations, the day was great fun and a huge success. A big thank you to the organisers for making it safe and enjoyable for all those who visited.

Some of my families were previous clients, so it was great to see them again. I’m always amazed at how fast the children grow! It was also lovely to see some new faces and meet new families. The Confetti Fields make a wonderful backdrop for photographs and offer something completely different from family to family. Some children wanted to spend the whole time playing hide and seek in the sunflowers, while others became lost in the curiosity of their own thoughts as they tickled the petals of the flowers. Below are some of the highlights

If you would like to book an on location shoot then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414.  I'd love to hear from you. Thanks!

Christmas at Foxhill Manor

Abi and her family hired the very beautiful Foxhill Manor for their Christmas. It was a real pleasure to come along and photograph her and her extended family for an hour or so in the gorgeous grounds.

As with all my photo shoots, the emphasis is always on helping the children, (and grown ups) to relax and enjoy themselves. Getting outside in the fresh air is a great way to do this. There was plenty of fun to be had on the giant swing and just enough time for some posed family group shots, at the request of my client.

If you would like to book an on location shoot then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414.  I'd love to hear from you.

Broadway Tower

Last weekend I was at Broadway Tower for a photo shoot with Roger and his family. The shoot had been purchased as a gift voucher for him last Christmas. My vouchers don’t have expiry dates on them, meaning you can book your shoot in as and when it’s convenient.

It was a bitterly cold morning. The children, Edith and Harry, did remarkably well. Edith in particular found the cold conditions tough to take, so it was a case of grabbing my moments between the tears. Overall though it was another lovely, fun shoot with plenty of jumping around to keep warm!

If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. Thanks!

South Hill Farm House Shoot

Last weekend I headed over to Stow-on-the-Wold for a photo shoot with a family celebrating a 70th birthday. They had hired a house for the weekend, (one I’ve worked at before as it happens, with another family!) They were a lovely bunch of people and the kids were great fun. The brief was to capture some formal group shots and plenty of candid ones of the children playing in the garden.

If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. Thanks!

Golden Wedding Anniversary

Last weekend I was at Heythrop Park in Chipping Norton with a family celebrating their parent’s Golden Wedding Anniversary. The weather was so awful we were restricted to inside shots only. Luckily for us the interior was pretty stunning so it worked out well. It was a fairly relaxed and informal session, with plenty of group shots, as per the request of the family.

If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. Thanks!

Woodchester Mansion

I’ve never shot at Woodchester Mansion before, but I shall definitely be going back! I met Richard and his extended family in the car park, and we got a mini bus down to the mansion. The photo shoot had been purchased as a gift voucher for his Mum and Dad’s wedding anniversary. The shoot was an hour long and, after some formal family photos, we captured some more candid images of the children and adults.

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The Busby Family

Elizabeth, Ross and their daughter, Caroline, were on holiday from America. They were staying in the Stow-on-the-Wold, which they chose as the location for their 30 minute photo shoot. Despite the rather damp conditions, little Caroline beamed away from under the umbrella! Her Mum and Dad were equally happy to get wet and have fun!

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The Newton Family

Laura purchased her 60 minute family photo shoot as a gift voucher for her Mum’s birthday. It was originally meant to take place in Pittville Park but she changed the location at the last minute to her family home, a farm near Swindon village. The farm provided ample photo opportunities, from open fields to a cattle shed to trucks, trampolines and a JCB! It was a lot of fun.

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The Sword Family

I was recently booked for a two hour photo shoot over in Charlton Kings for a 90th birthday. With eighty guests it felt more like a wedding reception! Now, I've done plenty of photo shoots in my time, and some pretty bonkers ones at that, but this was a first. I spent the majority of this shoot trying to avoid being run over by the little ones in their motorised vehicles! It was hilarious and immensely good fun.

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The Flynn Family

I was booked for this ninety minute photo shoot with Lorna and her extended family to celebrate her 70th birthday. The family had hired a house for the weekend and were enjoying some time together. I met them at the house before we headed out to a nice field, just around the corner. Ironically, it was the same field I was in just a month ago with another family! Click here to see the pictures from that shoot.

If you’re having a family get together and would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. Thanks!

Papa's 80th!

South Cerney Water Park always makes a great backdrop for photos, so it was great to be asked to cover this 80th birthday. The family wanted group shots on their balcony, which overlooked one of the lakes. Not much room for my natural, preferred style, but fun nonetheless. We took a short stroll along one of the footpaths to capture the large group photo of everyone, which was followed by further smaller groups of family members.

If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. Thank you.

A Chip Off The Old Block!

Last Monday I headed over to Chipping Camden for a family photo shoot with Rachel and her extended family, who were celebrating their parent’s 50th wedding anniversary. They’d chosen to colour code themselves, which I always leave to my client’s discretion, and after quite a few posed family photos, opted for more informal shots of the children. It was a lovely, laid back and informal 90 minute shoot in a field full of hay bales, which made excellent props!

If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. Thank you.