PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY

Portraits That Stand the Test of Time

A portrait is more than a photograph.

It’s a way of preserving the people, relationships and moments that matter most. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, updating your personal brand, documenting your growing family or simply wanting beautiful photographs of the people you love, every session is designed to feel relaxed, natural and enjoyable.

Rather than stiff poses or forced smiles, my approach is centred on genuine connection, allowing your personality to shine through and creating portraits you’ll treasure for years to come.

Investment

Signature Portrait Session

From £395

Perfect for individuals, couples, children and families looking for beautifully crafted portraits.

Includes: Pre-session consultation; Up to 60-minute portrait session; One location; Professional guidance throughout; Three professionally retouched images; Secure online gallery; High-resolution and web-ready downloads; Personal printing rights.

Ideal for: Individuals, couples, families and children.

Extended Portrait Experience

£595

Designed for those wanting additional time, outfit changes and greater creative flexibility.

Includes: Up to two hours of photography; Multiple nearby locations; Unlimited outfit changes; Five professionally retouched images; Secure online gallery; High-resolution and web-ready downloads; Personal printing rights.

Perfect for families, creative portraits and milestone celebrations.

Personal Branding Experience

£695

Professional imagery designed for entrepreneurs, business owners and creatives wanting to elevate their personal brand.

Includes: Personal branding consultation; Multiple wardrobe changes; Lifestyle and environmental portraits; Professional headshots; Five professionally retouched images; Commercial licence; Secure online gallery; High-resolution and web-ready downloads.

Optional Enhancements

Additional Professionally Retouched Images

£30 per image

Additional Location

From £150

Professional Hair & Makeup Artist

From £350

Fine Art Prints

From £95

Framed Wall Art

From £195

Express 48-Hour Delivery

From £150

Every Portrait Session Includes

✓ Personal pre-session consultation

✓ Relaxed, guided photography experience

✓ Professional posing guidance

✓ Natural, premium retouching

✓ Secure online gallery

✓ High-resolution and web-ready image delivery

✓ Personal printing rights

✓ Personal pre-session consultation

✓ Relaxed, guided photography experience

✓ Professional posing guidance

✓ Natural, premium retouching

✓ Secure online gallery

✓ High-resolution and web-ready image delivery

✓ Personal printing rights

Perfect For

Portrait photography is perfect for:

Individual Portraits

Family Portraits

Children’s Portraits

Couples

Maternity Photography

Pregnancy Announcements

Engagement Portraits

Personal Branding

Creative Portraits

Graduation Portraits

Birthday Milestones

Anniversary Portraits

Lifestyle Portraits

Multi-Generation Family Portraits

The Experience

Every portrait session begins with getting to know you. Before your session, we’ll discuss your ideas, preferred style, wardrobe, location and the overall look you’d like to achieve. Whether you’re looking for timeless family portraits, contemporary personal branding images or relaxed outdoor portraits, every detail is planned with care. During the session, I’ll guide you naturally throughout, helping you feel comfortable in front of the camera while allowing genuine moments and authentic expressions to unfold. Afterwards, every photograph is individually reviewed, professionally edited and delivered in a secure online gallery, ready to print, frame and enjoy for years to come.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where will my portrait session take place?

Portrait sessions can take place outdoors, at your home, at your workplace for personal branding, or at a hired studio depending on the style you’re looking for.

What should I wear?

Following your booking, I’ll send you a detailed preparation guide with wardrobe recommendations to help you choose clothing that photographs beautifully and complements your chosen location.

Can children and pets be included?

Absolutely. Family members, children and well-behaved pets are always welcome and often make portraits even more meaningful.

What happens if the weather is bad?

If we’re planning an outdoor session and the weather isn’t suitable, we’ll simply rearrange your session for another convenient date at no additional cost.

How many photographs will I receive?

Your gallery will contain a carefully curated selection of professionally edited images, from which your included professionally retouched photographs are chosen. Additional retouched images can be purchased at any time.

Can I order prints and wall art?

Yes. Professional fine art prints, framed artwork and other premium print products are available directly through your online gallery.

How long will it take to receive my photographs?

Your final gallery is usually delivered within five working days. Express delivery is also available if required.

Do you retouch every photograph?

Every delivered image is professionally edited for colour, contrast and consistency. Your selected portraits also receive natural, high-end retouching while maintaining a realistic appearance.

Why Choose Charles Baines Photography?

✓ Relaxed, natural photography experience

✓ Professional guidance throughout your session

✓ Premium Sony professional equipment

✓ Elegant, timeless editing style

✓ Individually retouched final portraits

✓ Secure online galleries with easy downloads

✓ Beautiful artwork and print options

✓ Personal service from enquiry to final delivery

✓ Relaxed, natural photography experience

✓ Professional guidance throughout your session

✓ Premium Sony professional equipment

✓ Elegant, timeless editing style

✓ Individually retouched final portraits

✓ Secure online galleries with easy downloads

✓ Beautiful artwork and print options

✓ Personal service from enquiry to final delivery

Preserve What Matters Most

The people we love and the moments we share become more valuable with time. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, updating your personal brand or simply preserving this chapter of your life, I’d be honoured to create portraits you’ll treasure for generations.

Book a Portrait Session

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