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School Photoshoots in Bristol | Autumn & Seasonal Mini Sessions 2026

  • Writer: Katie Forshaw
    Katie Forshaw
  • Jun 20, 2022
  • 2 min read

Updated: Feb 13

School photoshoots in Bristol aren’t just about snapshots — they’re about capturing the personalities, laughter, friendships and energy of school days that go so fast.


Whether it’s class groups, senior portraits, sibling shots or autumn mini sessions, my school photos are relaxed, natural and created to be treasured long after the books are closed for good.



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Being in Portishead, I mainly have people book me whose children go to Gordano Secondary School, St Peter's Church of England school, Trinity School, High Down School, Clevedon, Backwell, St Catherine's in Pill, St Josephs Catholic school and Portishead Primary School but you can join me from any school!


Come to my Portishead studio for a school photoshoot in Bristol



a school girl sitting on a bench with her hands in her lap.  An apple and a pile of books is next to her


🎯 Section: What Makes My School Photoshoots Different


Parents tell me they love school photos with me because:

• They feel relaxed — not awkward

• Kids are guided naturally rather than posed stiffly

• I capture real moments and genuine expressions

• No rushed 10-second pressure shots




📍 Session Details


Here’s what you can expect:

• 15–25 minute mini photoshoot

• Family, siblings or individual portraits

• Natural outdoor light or simple studio feel

• Multiple edited digital images included

• Add-on print products available from your gallery


Mini sessions are released in limited slots and sell out quickly.





A school boy in a St Peters Portishead red fleece holding up a magnifying glass to his eye.  He has a large globe in his lap

🗓 When & Where


School photoshoots typically run:


• After school weekdays

• Weekends





A school boy in a white tshirt holding a chalk board with his name written on it

📣 Testimonial


“Katie made our school photoshoot so easy! The kids had fun and the pictures are amazing — much better than traditional school shots.”


A school giril with St Peters Portishead uniform on.  She is holding up a magnifying glass to her eye

School days don’t last forever. A school photoshoot captures right now — and these mini sessions are limited each year.




📘 FAQ

What ages can join a school photoshoot?

All ages! From nursery, juniors, seniors to teens — school sessions are flexible.


Can siblings be included?

Yes. Sibling and family portraits are included as part of the session.


How long is a school photoshoot in Bristol?

Most mini sessions run between 15–25 minutes, designed to be relaxed and fun without stressing kids.




 
 
 

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