SUFFOLK FINE ART PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER
Alison McKenny Photography is an Award Winning Fine Art Children and Pet Portrait Photographer based in Stoke By Clare, which is a small village in Suffolk, close to the Essex and Cambridge borders.
Having trained with world-renowned Fine Art and Portrait Photographers Sue Bryce and Elena Shumilova and more recently with (SWPP Children’s Photographer of the year) Paulina Duczman, I have been inspired to capture children in a more elegant, yet timeless way.
These images are beautifully lit with soft light and dark shadows to create more moody and striking portraits. They will not date with time and are heirloom pieces that will be passed down from generation to generation.
They have soft tones and emotive expressions that make you wonder what your child is thinking about at that moment. I love doing Fine Art shoots as they allow me to be creative and it takes the pressure off the child to ‘smile for the camera’ all the time. These sessions are often focused on the children or their relationship with their pets but I’m also happy to include family portraits too, so just let me know your preference.
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£99
To book any of the photoshoots below, a retainer of £99 is charged upfront. This is then deducted from whichever collection you choose to buy.
If you would prefer to buy a piece of Wall Art instead of a collection, then the £99 is not deducted from whatever product you buy, and there is a minimum order of £399.
Hair and Makeup Artist is available on request at £55 for hair or makeup or £110 for both.
At the end of the photoshoot, we will make an appointment for your viewing and ordering session in the following two weeks which we can do in person or via Zoom. You don’t need to decide which Collection or Products you would like to buy until this meeting and you have seen your gallery of x15 images and chosen your favourites. There is no pressure to buy any images should you decide not to.
ENDLESS LOVE
£899
Pre Shoot Consultation
1.5 Hour Photoshoot
Viewing and Ordering Session
20 High-Resolution Fully Retouched Digital Images
15 Matching Mounted 8×6″ prints
High-resolution Slideshow with your 20 images
£100 Credit towards any Wall Art or Folio Box
£50 Credit towards your next Fine Art, Beauty or Family
Photoshoot with Alison McKenny Photography
Full use of my gowns and props
Midweek or Weekend dates available
SEALED WITH A KISS
£699
Pre Shoot Consultation
1.5 Hour Photoshoot
Viewing and Ordering Session
10 High-Resolution Fully Retouched Digital Images
10 matching mounted 8×6″ prints
Full use of my gowns and props
Midweek or Weekend dates available
MAGIC MOMENTS
£499
Pre Shoot Consultation
1.5 Hour Photoshoot
Viewing and Ordering Session
5 High-Resolution Fully Retouched Digital Images
5 Matching Mounted 8×6″ Prints
Full use of my gowns and props
Midweek or Weekend dates available
MINI SESSION
£250
30 Minute Photoshoot at my studio
Viewing and ordering session with a gallery of 10 to 12 unedited images
to choose yourfavourite 3 High-Resolution Digital Images
which will then be retouched fully before delivery
Available from Monday to Friday only
PRINTS, PRODUCTS AND ADDITIONAL DIGITAL IMAGES
Minimum Order – £399 if purchasing without a collection above
(please note the £99 deposit will not be deducted if you decide not to buy a collection)
additional time for photoshoot or viewing – £80 per hour
Digitals and Mounted Prints
Additional Digitals plus matching mounted 8×6″ print – £70
Mounted 8×6″ print to fit in a 10×8″ Frame – £40
Mounted 10×7″ print to fit in an 11×14″ Frame – £50
Box of x5 Mounted 8×6″ Prints – £149
Box of x10 Mounted 8×6″ Prints – £299
Box of x15 Mounted 8×6″ Prints – £399
Luxury Picture Folio Box
perfect for displaying and storing your mounted Prints
Available in White Wood, Black Wood or Walnut Wood.
10×8″ Wooden Box (for 8×6″ mounted prints) – £399
14×11″ Wooden Box (for 10×7″ mounted prints) – £499
Wall Art
Framed prints from £399 (20×16″)
Acrylic Wall Art from £399 (20×16″)
Archival Canvases from £349 (20×16″)
Framed Canvas from £399 (20×16″)
Elegance Frame with a circular Fine Art Print from £499 (20×20″)
Albums
8×8″ Album – £399
10×10″ Album -£499
WHAT IS A FINE ART PORTRAIT SHOOT?
Fine Art Photography is not about capturing a moment, that represents reality, like lifestyle or documentary style photography. It’s more about making an artistic statement, that has been envisaged in the artist’s mind before taking the photograph. Time has gone into planning every single element of the image including styling, clothing, props, posing, expression, lighting, and the background. Some fine art images will tell a story which make it all the more interesting to look at.
A fine art portrait image is created by the photographer as an artist and not just by the camera. A fine art portrait photograph is intended for wall art. It can sometimes be described as “décor photography” or “photo décor.”
When my clients contact me and tell me that they would like to have some Fine Art Portraits taken during their session, I love it as it gives me the opportunity to be creative. The best images are when my clients tell me there is a story to tell with this image. It might be something that reflects their childs personality or interests. Or they might just want a really beautiful and compelling portrait of their child to display on their wall. Either way is fine by me!
How old do your children need to be for this style of portrait?
I’m happy to do take Fine Art Portraits of children from age 3 upwards for outdoor sessions, but for styled studio sessions, I have found children age 5 and above are better able to follow directions from me. It really does depend on the child though. We can talk about this at your consultation and whether this style is best suited to your child and their personality.
We don't have any suitable clothing or props. Can you provide those?
Absolutely! If my clients have a story to tell that they want to stand out in their image, then I’m more than happy to include something personal to them to make the image all the more special. Or I might have something suitable here at the studio. I have lots of props and vintage style outfits for children of all ages, hats, headbands, flowers, and other accessories available to use so you don’t need to worry about bringing anything special with you
Can we include a pet in the images?
So many of my clients ask if they can bring their family pets along to the shoot as they are very much a part of the family. I love animals especially dogs, cats and horses, and actually did a degree in Equine Studies when I was younger so am very confident in working with and photographing horses. Pets can join in on your Fine Art Portrait Session. We can take some individual photos of your pet as well as with family members, as they often have a special bond with certain members of the family.
HOW SOON WILL MY PHOTOS BE READY?
This process of editing your photos generally takes no longer than two to three weeks and I do my Viewing and Ordering Sessions either in person at the studio or via Zoom and we can set up a date in the diary before you leave your photoshoot.
We can do this in the evening when the children are in bed if that suits you best.
These sessions usually take no more than an hour and I will show you your images on a slideshow to music, and then can help you narrow down your favourites using a star system. I can also advise you on products that you might want to buy including wall art, and Albums should you need help.
I JUST WANT DIGITALS! DO I HAVE TO BUY A COLLECTION?
There is no pressure to buy anything at all but you can buy any products from the A La Carte list rather than a collection if you prefer, although it’s important to take note of the minimum spend.
However, Digital Files are only available to purchase with a Collection.
Having been in this industry for 11 years now, I know a lot of my previous clients who just bought Digitals have never found the time to do anything with them, which is such a waste. When investing in a Professional Portrait Shoot, I want my clients to have photos that they can display around their homes and enjoy every single day.
As I use the best suppliers I know my clients will receive top-quality products that will last for years and years, so that future generations can also enjoy their family portraits.
WHAT PRECAUTIONS ARE YOU TAKING WITH REGARDS TO COVID19?
Since COVID has appeared, we have taken it very seriously and want to make sure we are doing everything to keep our clients and ourselves safe. We have safety guidelines in place and will send you more info on that before your session so you know what to expect.
I would love to hear from you, and if you do have any questions at all before booking, please do feel free to contact me using the form below.