Back to school

Mini Shoots

Thank you for booking a Bobtale Mini Shoot. Here is all the information you need to know.

Slots are £75 each. This includes you 15 minute slot time and a gallery of your best images. You are guaranteed at least 5 images in your gallery, but will not be charged/sold any additional images - basically, once you’ve paid, that’s all you pay - you won’t get the hard sell from Bobtale!

Please read ALL information and Terms & Conditions prior to booking. Only book if you agree with all of the terms.

Each photography slot is 15 minutes long. All slots are listed below.

Your payment secures your slot. Once your slot is booked, payment must be received in full within 24 hours, a reminder will be sent and then your slot will be released for rebooking.

Photoshoots will go ahead come rain or shine. It is England, please check the forecast and come prepared - wellies and brollies etc. If it is torrential/stormy, keep an eye on social media (particularly instagram and Facebook stories - I will post any changes/cancellations due to weather on there!)

If you are late, this time will be deducted from your 15 minutes. If you miss your slot, unfortunately there will not be the time to catch up so please arrive in plenty time. The missed slot cannot be transferred to another date or refunded.

Location: Orrell Water park

A nature reserve and coarse fishery, Orrell Water Park is open all-year round for residents, visitors and day ticket fishing.

Beautiful woodland surrounds two disused reservoirs and is home to a diverse group of birds and insects, with over 100 bird species and a wide variety of butterflies, dragonflies and damselflies recorded.

There is also a children’s play area and free parking available on site.

Parking

There is free on site parking if you turn on to the car park from Lodge Road.

Lodge Road,

Orrell,

WN5 7AT.

FAQ

What should we wear?

Normally in this part I say, whatever you like. However, with this being back to school minis, I’d love to see you in your uniform! You can bring school bags and accessories, any “class of 2024” type signs etc. I can’t wait to see you looking so smart.

What if my children don’t perform?

We all have those parenting moments when we have 15 minutes for our children to smile and look happy and they decide to do the complete opposite. I am super laid back and a Mummy myself so please don’t stress. Distraction I find is the best method. I love capturing natural interaction between families so the more chatty and involved you are with each other the better. Ignore me, play games like I spy, give tickles - and bribery is always a winner! But don’t stress if they don’t say ‘cheese’ on cue.

Can siblings get on photos too?

Yes, whether siblings are school age or not, we can take individual photos of each child as well as some group shots too.

How do I receive my photos?

You will receive your photos via an online gallery. From there you can download your high resolution images as well as purchase a wide range of print products.

When will I receive my gallery?

I will be aiming to get each family a preview gallery by the Monday before the children return to school on Tuesday. Full galleries will then be received 2-3 weeks later.

If I miss my slot, can I reschedule or get a refund?

Unfortunately, no. These sessions are non-refundable and any no-shows would not be able to be rescheduled for an alternative date. If you cannot make your mini shoot, advanced notice would be appreciated - just drop me a message on a social media page. All slot times are found below the Covid-19 information.