Clare Shapcott Photography

Clare Shapcott Photography Fine art photography studio based in Clifton Village. Photographer/Artist based in Bristol
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There’s something so beautiful about stripping everything back… simple fabric, soft flowers, quiet expression, and letti...
03/08/2026

There’s something so beautiful about stripping everything back… simple fabric, soft flowers, quiet expression, and letting the portrait speak for itself.

Fine art children’s portraiture is about creating something timeless. Not just a photo for now, but something that feels like it could belong on a wall for years.

A little behind the scenes at the end too, because sometimes the simplest setups create the most beautiful images 🤍

Now booking fine art children’s portraits in Bristol and the South West.

Tiny hands, sleepy dreams and a whole lifetime of love ahead. 💙There is something so peaceful about these simple newborn...
13/07/2026

Tiny hands, sleepy dreams and a whole lifetime of love ahead. 💙

There is something so peaceful about these simple newborn portraits. No elaborate props, just your baby exactly as they are in those precious first few weeks.

These are the images that become family favourites for years to come.

If you’re expecting, newborn sessions are best booked during pregnancy to guarantee availability. Sessions take place within the first 5–14 days where possible, but beautiful images can be created at any age.

Clare Shapcott Fine Art Photography
Bristol Newborn Photographer

💙 Enquire via DM or the link in my bio.

Graduation. Character. Storytelling.Revisiting this graduation portrait session at the University of Bristol. There is s...
08/07/2026

Graduation. Character. Storytelling.

Revisiting this graduation portrait session at the University of Bristol. There is something so lovely about portraits that feel personal… the location, the styling and the little details all helping to tell part of the story.

I love how this set feels a little different while still keeping that darker, painterly portrait style.

Which image is your favourite?

Model: nav नवराज सिंघ

A darker studio portrait with a quieter, more editorial feel.I photographed these as part of my posing guide, which I us...
07/07/2026

A darker studio portrait with a quieter, more editorial feel.

I photographed these as part of my posing guide, which I use myself during shoots when I want clear direction, variety and a stronger flow with posing. It is something I have been building from my own process, and I’m hoping to make it available soon to help other photographers feel more confident with posing too.

Working with Aman was amazing. He was so patient, expressive and easy to photograph, and I really appreciated the time he gave me for this set.

I love creating portraits like this: simple, atmospheric and full of character, with expression, shape and light doing the work.

Which image is your favourite?

Model: Aman Patel

Character. Confidence. Stillness.There is something so lovely about simple child portraits with a little bit of personal...
06/07/2026

Character. Confidence. Stillness.

There is something so lovely about simple child portraits with a little bit of personality…the expression, the styling and the small details that make the image feel completely their own.

I love how calm and classic this portrait feels, with just enough storytelling to make it memorable.

Which image is your favourite?

Rich tones. Waiting. Stillness.There is something so beautiful about maternity portraits surrounded by greenery... the s...
04/07/2026

Rich tones. Waiting. Stillness.

There is something so beautiful about maternity portraits surrounded by greenery... the softness of the moment, the deep colour of the dress and the quiet feeling of waiting.

I love how the burgundy tones stand out against the darker greens, creating something that feels dramatic but still natural.

These are the kinds of maternity portraits I love creating most... timeless, feminine and full of feeling.

Which image is your favourite?


Soft blue. Connection. Waiting.A quiet maternity session full of gentle tones and simple connection. I love the softness...
03/07/2026

Soft blue. Connection. Waiting.

A quiet maternity session full of gentle tones and simple connection. I love the softness in these images… the closeness, the anticipation and the little moments of calm before baby arrives.

Outdoor maternity sessions are available in Bristol and surrounding areas.

Which image is your favourite?

Simple. Bright. Waiting.A clean studio maternity session full of soft connection and calm. Sometimes the simplest portra...
01/07/2026

Simple. Bright. Waiting.

A clean studio maternity session full of soft connection and calm. Sometimes the simplest portraits are the ones that say the most… just shape, light and the quiet feeling before everything changes.

Maternity sessions are best booked for around 28-36 weeks.

Which image is your favourite?

Pink tones. Feathers. Stillness.A little drama, a little softness and a portrait that feels almost like a painting. I lo...
30/06/2026

Pink tones. Feathers. Stillness.

A little drama, a little softness and a portrait that feels almost like a painting. I love how the styling adds texture without taking away from the expression.

These are the kinds of fine-art children portraits I love creating most.

Which image is your favourite?

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Siblings. Softness. Connection.I love when sibling portraits feel styled but still show real connection… the cuddles, th...
29/06/2026

Siblings. Softness. Connection.

I love when sibling portraits feel styled but still show real connection… the cuddles, the little expressions and the feeling of being together at this age.

Fine-art sibling sessions are a beautiful way to make family portraits feel a little more timeless.

Which image is your favourite?

Address

62-64 The Mall Clifton
Bristol
BS84JG

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm

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