London School Prospectus Photographer

Last week I visited Wetherby Preparatory School in the heart of Marylebone in Central London. The school wanted to update their School prospectus photography and enquired about my services as a London School Prospectus Photographer. I was really happy to be available and able to help.

Their school is one of the most prestigious London Preparatory Schools, some well known faces, including members of the Royal Family have studied there. It felt somehow special to be invited to capture a day in this school.

London Prospectus School Photographer - Open Evening Instagram advert for Wetherby Preparatory School in Marylebone Central London
London School Prospectus Photographer – Weatherby Preparatory School Instagram account displaying one of the photographs from last weeks School Prospectus Photography session

London School Prospectus Photographer – Consultation and planning

First of all we set up a date when it is going to be convenient for the school to have the photographer attending, usually a date with different lessons taking places and sport activities, which would work really well in the school prospectus and school website. We will create a photographic schedule, so on the day everyone can be picture-ready and a visually interesting activity might be coordinated.

My approach to School Photography is mostly a fly-on-the-wall approach. This keeps disruption to a minimum during the school day. In my opinion those are the best photographs, that show the real enthusiasm of the students. Of course I can also provide additional lighting if needed, and stage some photographs if required.

London School Prospectus Photographer captures a moment during a music lesson where students play the violin and a Grand Piano at the prestigious Wetherby Preparatory School in Marylebone London
London School Prospectus Photographer – Students play a Grand Piano and violin in Wetherby Preparatory School in Marylebone

Another thing to take into consideration as a London Prospectus School Photographer is the parent consent and to make sure that every student photographed is actually allowed and has permission to be photographed. Usually I will ask the school to provide a list and help me identify those that cannot be in photographs, so then I can avoid them through the day in a subtle manner. Occasionally if there is a requirement for a group photo I might have to ask them to step out.

London School Prospectus Photographer: The School Day

Throughout the day I will photograph all the different lessons and the students looking engaged and excited about their learning. There are usually so many opportunities as I find students can get really enthusiastic with the right teachers to motivated them, something that is key to my School Prosectus Photography.

London School Prospectus Photography - Pupils look engaged during a maths lesson at Wetherby Preparatory School in Marylebone Central London
London Prospectus School Photography – Students look enthusiastic and engaged during lessons at Wetherby Preparatory School in the Marylebone neighbourhood in Central London

London School Prospectus Photographer – What makes your School Unique?

My aim as a School Prospectus Photographer is to showcase what makes your school unique, the school values and ethos but also those little charming gems. Wetherby has a secret (not so secret!) member of staff, Nancy, their Therapy Dog, and let me tell you that she is probably the most loved dog that I have ever come across!

London Prospectus Photography - Capturing what makes your School unique like Wetherby Preparatory School in Marylebone where students have access to a therapy dog
London School Prospectus Photographer – Students during a science lesson take a break too spend some time with Nancy their Therapy Dog at Wetherby Preparatory School in Marylebone Central London
London School Prospectus Photographer - Pupils at Wetherby Preparatory School during a Science Experiment wearing lab coats and safety goggles
London School Photography – Pupils at Wetherby Preparatory School during a Science experiment

How do we hire your services as a Prospectus Photographer?

First step do get in touch through my contact page here and we can then take it from there! I can guide you and help planning the schedule and how to make sure that you end up with a broad selection of photographs that showcase your school at its best!

Interested in seen more of my education photography? Have a look at my graduation photography here

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