Gloucestershire Family Photographer

Relaxed, natural family photography at home or outdoors — blending candid moments with timeless portraits

Hi, I'm Alison - I help families capture the love, laughter, and little moments with natural, timeless photos.

I’m a family photographer with over a decade of experience photographing babies, children, families, and celebrations.

Raising children means life is messy, beautiful, and non-stop but somewhere in the middle of the chaos, I know you’d love to hold onto the connection, the laughter, and the way your family feels right now. I’m here to get your family in some beautiful photos.

Printed, framed, shared, or tucked away somewhere, these images will become part of your family’s story.

Time moves fast.
Invest in beautiful photos that last.

Your family photos aren’t just for today, they’re for your kids to look back on when they’re grown. They’re for remembering who you were, how you laughed, how you held each other close. Whether it’s your toddler’s cheeky grin or a quiet cuddle, these are the memories you’ll want to hold onto!

“Alison is amazing! The photoshoot was so much fun and Alison made it really enjoyable for the kids. She is super patient. The photos are incredible! Thank you for a wonderful experience.”

~ Joanna Balfour

A relaxed child-led approach

My approach is relaxed and child-led, meaning we’ll go with the flow, whether that’s exploring, playing, or simply cuddling!

Whether you’re looking to update your family photos or you simply want to capture this special time before it passes, I’m here to help. Life changes quickly, and these moments won’t be around forever. If this sounds like something you’d love to do, get in touch and get your photo session booked in.

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Places to meet for your photos in the Gloucester area

Let’s do your photos where you feel happiest – at home, in the garden, or exploring somewhere lovely in Gloucestershire. We’ll spend a relaxed hour together and grab some gorgeous shots. And if you need ideas, I’ve got plenty of location spots up my sleeve! Here are a few…

Robinswood rolling hills, woodland & open meadows
Plock Court lots of open space with wide grassy fields & scenic walking paths
Longley Sands along the banks of the River Severn with river views & open countryside
Stratford Park in Stroud a mix of open fields, woodland, a lake, an old bandstand & bridges
Westonbirt Arboretum over 15,000 trees and seasonal colors

If you’d prefer your local park or nearby field, that’s absolutely fine, too. You can try somewhere new or we can just meet at a place you know your family loves!

Areas covered in Gloucestershire: Gloucester, Thornbury, Almondsbury, Stroud, Berkeley, Wootton-under-Edge, Yate, Dursley, Painswick, Chipping Sodbury, Frampton Cotterell, Tortworth

FAQs

Here are answers to some of the most common questions I receive. Take a look, and feel free to contact me if you have any others!

What areas do you cover?
I cover Bristol, Bath, Gloucestershire and Somerset. All travel within a 30-mile radius of Portishead (my home) is included. I can travel further so please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you’re not in the areas above.
Do you have a studio?
All my work is done on location. I specialise in capturing natural, authentic moments in outdoor settings like parks, woods and fields. If you’d rather have a more relaxed and personal setting, I can also come to your home for a comfortable, familiar environment.
How much will it cost?
A session fee is required at the time of booking to secure a session date for you. Please see family pricing for more details.
Do you offer gift vouchers?
Yes, you can purchase photography gift vouchers available as a physical voucher or e-voucher. Great for any occasion! Please see gift vouchers for details.
What happens if it rains?
If the weather turns out to be unsuitable on the day of your photoshoot, don’t worry! We’ll reschedule at no extra cost. While an overcast day works perfectly fine, we’ll rearrange if it’s pouring with rain to ensure the best conditions for your session.
What if my child is ill?
I am happy to reschedule your photoshoot to another date at no extra cost. Please try to give me as much notice as possible.
Will the photos be in colour or black and white?
You’ll receive a mix of both color and black-and-white photos, carefully chosen to suit each image and bring out its best qualities.

Blog story - Gloucester family photoshoot

Family photographer | Gloucester

Three generations all together, making memories on a sunny afternoon at Barnwood Arboretum in Gloucester.

If you’ve never been to Barnwood Arboretum, it’s a little gem. Tucked away behind Barnwood Park, it’s full of winding paths, open grassy spaces, beautiful old trees, and a little meadow which was perfect for this shoot. It’s peaceful, pretty, and perfect for a relaxed family photoshoot.

Family shoots like this, with parents, grandparents, and grandchildren are always a joy. Their granddaughter was such a star – confident, sweet, and happy to be the centre of everyone’s attention for the afternoon!