Natural Children’s Photography in Falmouth & South West Cornwall
Children have a way of being completely themselves outdoors. Climbing, exploring, collecting, running ahead, slowing down. These are the moments we’re drawn to photograph.
These sessions focus purely on your children — their personalities, their movement, their natural rhythm. Without the pressure of a full family photoshoot, children often relax quickly, allowing their character to come through.
Nothing forced. Nothing overly posed. Just natural portraits of your children, as they are.
How sessions work
Sessions are simple.
We meet at a carefully chosen outdoor location in or around Falmouth and South West Cornwall. We walk, explore, and let the children lead the pace. Some may run ahead, others may stop to look closely at shells, stones or flowers. We gently guide when needed, but mostly allow space for things to unfold naturally.
After your session, you’ll receive a private online gallery where you can choose the images you love.
No complicated packages. Just what feels right for you.
Session fee - £120
Includes:
2 hrs relaxed outdoor childern’s session
Gentle guidance where needed
Carefully edited online gallery
option to purchase images afterwards
After viewing your gallery, choose only what you love:
6 images — £30
Full gallery — £80
Fine art prints and albums are also available.
Locations
We photograph across Falmouth and South West Cornwall, including North Coast and South Coast beaches, woodland paths, coastal headlands and quiet countryside locations.
We’ll suggest a location based on season, light and your children.
If you’re thinking about a family session, we’d love to hear from you.
Tell us a little about your family and we’ll guide you through the next step.
If you’d like to be in the photographs as well, you may prefer a family session.
Family Photography FAQs — Falmouth & South West Cornwall
Do parents need to be in the photos?
Not at all. These sessions are focused on your children. Some parents prefer to stay just outside the frame, while others naturally step in for a moment or two. There’s no expectation either way.
What age are these sessions suitable for?
These sessions work best for children who are happy walking and exploring outdoors. If you’re unsure, just get in touch and we can advise based on your child.
Can siblings be included?
Yes, absolutely. These sessions work beautifully for siblings. We capture them together, as well as individual portraits, allowing each child’s personality to come through.
What if my child is shy?
That’s completely fine. We take a gentle, unhurried approach and allow children time to settle. There’s no pressure to perform — we simply follow their pace.
Where do the sessions take place?
All children’s sessions take place outdoors in natural locations around Falmouth and South West Cornwall. We’ll suggest somewhere based on the season, light and your children.
How long is the session?
Sessions are relaxed and flexible, usually lasting around 1 to 2 hours. We allow time for exploring, playing and natural moments to unfold.
What should children wear?
Simple, comfortable clothing works best. Soft colours and natural tones photograph beautifully outdoors. Avoid large logos or bold graphics where possible.
When will we receive our photographs?
Your edited gallery is usually delivered within a few weeks of your session. From there you can download your included images and choose any additional photographs or prints.
How far in advance should we book?
Family sessions often book several weeks ahead, particularly during spring, summer and school holidays.
If you already have a date in mind it’s best to get in touch early so we can plan the session around your family.
What happens if the weather is bad?
We keep a close eye on the forecast and will reschedule if conditions aren’t suitable. Soft, overcast days can actually be perfect for outdoor photography.
How do we book a family photo shoot?
Simply get in touch through the contact form or send us a message. We’ll talk through availability, locations and which offering feels right for your family.
How do we know if a Folkship session is right for our children?
If you are drawn to natural outdoor photography and want images that feel relaxed, thoughtful and true to your family, a Folkship session will likely feel like a good fit.
Many families come to us because they want photographs that feel calm and genuine — something a little more considered than quick snapshots on a phone.
If that resonates with you, we would love to hear from you.