Family photography

FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY

BRISTOL • BATH • SOMERSET • GLOUCESTERSHIRE

Natural family photos - real moments, beautifully captured

Family photos don’t need to feel awkward, staged, or stressful. They can be relaxed, connected, and genuinely joyful.

There’s no need for perfectly behaved children, matching outfits, or knowing what to do with your hands.

What matters is simply being together. That might be at home, in your garden, at a local park, or somewhere you love to spend time as a family.

My family photo sessions are relaxed with space for things to unfold naturally. Children can move, explore, and be themselves.

I photograph the laughter, the small moments of connection, and the details that are so easy to miss at the time. Alongside this, I include a few guided portraits — simple, natural, and never overdone.

The result is a collection of family photographs that feel honest and genuine - images that reflect this stage of your family’s life, and become part of your story in the years to come.

Portrait of a girl smiling during a relaxed outdoor family photoshoot in Bristol by photographer Alison Taylor
Black and white portrait of a girl running during a relaxed outdoor family photoshoot in Bristol by photographer Alison Taylor
A girl running in her garden during a relaxed outdoor family photoshoot in Bristol by photographer Alison Taylor

Book a date

Get in touch and we’ll find a date that works for your family. We can do your photos at home, in your garden, or at a favourite park or outdoor space — wherever you feel most comfortable.

Meet me

We’ll spend around an hour together, using natural light and keeping things relaxed. I’ll gently guide you when needed, but there’s no pressure for anyone to “perform.” The best moments usually happen in between — cuddles, laughter, little looks, and movement. It’s about capturing your family as you are.

Receive your photographs

Each image is carefully and thoughtfully edited. Around two weeks later, you’ll receive a private online gallery to view. From there, you can choose your favourites or fall in love with the whole collection. Your gallery will include 40+ beautifully edited images.

Ready to book, or have a question? Send me a message I'd love to hear from you!

“Alison was warm, professional, and helpful. She made us feel completely at ease during the photoshoot. The photos… Wow! We instantly fell in love with every single one of them. They’re romantic, timeless, and full of emotion. Exactly what we had hoped for, and more. This shoot turned out to be one of the most meaningful gifts we could give ourselves as a couple and a family. We’re incredibly grateful and can’t recommend Alison enough!”

- Ellen Terrace

“Alison is amazing! The photo session was so much fun and Alison made it really enjoyable for the kids too. She is super patient. The photos are incredible! We have had so many comments on how good they are, with friends saying they are the best quality they have ever seen. Thank you for a wonderful experience and beautiful photos.”

- Joanna Balfour

Family photographer - image of a mother with her son suring a photoshoot.

Family & children PRICING

Weekend dates fill up quickly from March onwards, so early booking recommended.

SESSION FEE

This secures your date and includes:

• My travel to and from your location

• A one hour photoshoot at home or at a location of your choice

• A private online gallery with 40+ edited images from your session to view

£95

DIGITAL PACKAGES

After viewing your gallery, simply choose the collection that feels right for you:

• Full gallery of 40+ photographs £300

• 20 high-resolution photographs £250

• 10 high-resolution photographs £200

• Personal printing and sharing rights

Professional prints and albums are also available to order directly from your gallery.

Frequently asked QUESTIONS

  • I cover Bristol, Bath, Gloucestershire, Somerset and Southeast Wales. 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.

  • 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.

  • Please see family pricing above for details.

  • If the weather is 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.

  • I am happy to reschedule your photoshoot to another date at no extra cost. Please try to give me as much notice as possible.

  • 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.

  • Yes, I offer gift vouchers for family and baby photoshoots. These are available as physical or e-vouchers. Great for any occasion! Please see gift vouchers for details.

GALLERY

If you'd like to book a photoshoot or just have a question, I'd love to hear from you!

GET IN TOUCH

FAMILY SESSIONS FROM THE BLOG

Family photoshoots from Bristol, Bath and beyond.

Family photography across the Southwest

I photograph families across Bristol, Bath, Somerset and Gloucestershire, creating relaxed, natural sessions wherever feels most like home. Choose your area below to see recent sessions and details about locations, travel, and local recommendations.

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