Award-winning Cirencester family photographer creating fun, relaxed studio and outdoor family photoshoots. Pete captures natural, timeless family portraits that become treasured wall art.
Paredes Photography is a specialist family photographer based near Cirencester, known for a fun, relaxed approach that helps even the most camera-shy families enjoy the experience. Pete (the person behind Paredes Photography) treats every shoot as a chance to capture genuine moments — the laughter, the small gestures and the easy connections that make family photos truly timeless. That natural, documentary feel is at the heart of his work: direction where needed, plenty of play, and an eye for the images you’ll love every day. Why choose Paredes Photography? Pete’s gift is putting everyone at ease. As a husband and father who describes himself as a “big kid,” he uses humour, games and small tricks to connect quickly with children (and dogs), turning what can feel like a stressful photo session into something the whole family enjoys. The result is relaxed images that show personality rather than posed perfection — portraits that sit comfortably on your wall and spark happy memories. Specialist family offering: Pete focuses on family photography across studio and on-location shoots around Cirencester and the Cotswolds. Sessions are tailored for all stages of family life — newborns, babies, children and multi-generational gatherings — with sensitivity to what each family needs. While family work is the core expertise, Paredes Photography also welcomes well-behaved dogs for “Me and My Dog” portraits, bringing a calm, patient approach to photographing pets alongside their people. How it works: After you book, Pete sends a short form to learn about your family and any special requests so the session can be planned around your personalities. On the day you’ll be guided gently — little prompts, playful activities and natural moments are encouraged. Following the shoot Pete reviews and edits the best images, then presents them in a cinematic viewing (in-studio or virtually), guiding you through options for prints and wall art. Every finished piece is produced with professional labs and checked personally before collection. Pete’s combination of warmth, technical skill and a love of family means you get more than photographs: you get memories turned into images that will be enjoyed for years. If you want a family photoshoot in Cirencester that’s relaxed, genuine and a little bit fun, Paredes Photography specialises in creating those moments.