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Roots+Trails

short story sessions

Seasonal mini brand photography sessions in nature, for a gentle, low-pressure way to step in front of the camera. Natural imagery rooted in the seasons, without the commitment of a full session.

Holly Shepherd_Roots+Tales_Dr Cara Childs_East Yorkshire_Photographer & Visual Storyteller

An intentional chapter

Sometimes you don’t need a full storytelling experience. Sometimes you simply want a seasonal top-up. A small collection of images that capture where you are right now. And sometimes, you’re curious about working together but want to begin gently.

That’s where Short Story Sessions begin.

rooted in the season

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Seasonal, nature-led mini brand story shoots

Short Story Sessions are designed to feel relaxed, not rushed, natural, not staged and grounded in the season you’re in.

Each session takes place outdoors, in carefully chosen natural locations, allowing your images to feel connected, spacious and true to your brand.

There’s something powerful about marking the season you’re in. Not just in nature but in your life and your business.

A Short Story Session becomes a pause, a reflection point, a way to capture growth as it’s happening. Over time, these small chapters begin to build a story. One season at a time.

(50% deposit to secure your space)

Short Story Sessions are

perfect

If you are new to brand photography, looking for a simple, low-pressure way to start, or in need of a seasonal refresh. Wanting a small, intentional update rather than a full shoot?  Curious about working together before committing to a longer-term plan?​ You don’t need to know how to pose and you don’t need a full content plan. You just need to show up as you are.

What's included

A 20-minute outdoor photography session

15 professionally edited images

A small, intentional collection of imagery you can use across your brand

A carefully curated natural location

Guidance throughout so you feel relaxed and comfortable

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A love affair with the

natural

Short Story Sessions are guided by the same philosophy as all my work:

  • Honest, unforced imagery

  • Connection over perfection

  • Noticing over staging

 

Because the most powerful images aren’t carefully constructed. They’re simply noticed.

If you’ve been thinking about updating your imagery, but something about a full session feels too much right now, this is your invitation to begin differently. Slowly. Naturally. In rhythm with the season.

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