Capturing the Spirit of New Beginnings
Welcome to a Celebration of Faith and Family
A Personalized, Heartfelt Record
Every family is unique, and so is every christening. We collaborate closely with you to ensure that the photographs reflect your family’s spirit and the solemnity of the occasion. Whether it’s capturing the quiet prayers, the grandeur of the church, or the intimate family moments that follow, our goal is to produce a personalized collection that resonates with heartfelt emotion.
Eternalising Sacred Moments
A baptism or christening is not just a formal ritual; it is a profound moment of joy, community, and spiritual beginning for your child. Our photography is dedicated to capturing the essence of this significant occasion, preserving the sacred ceremonies and joyful gatherings that mark your child’s introduction to their faith.
Understanding the emotional depth and spiritual significance of baptism, our approach is one of reverence and artistry. We capture the delicate details – the gentle splash of water, the soft folds of the baptismal gown, and the expressions of unwavering love from family and godparents. Our photographs serve as a lasting testament to the day, weaving together the moments that embody the soul of the celebration.
Your Trust, Our Commitment
Choosing the right photographer for your child’s baptism involves trust—trust in their sensitivity to the sacred nature of the event and their ability to capture it with grace and dignity. We are privileged to be trusted by many families to document these moments with the respect and care they deserve. Our commitment is to provide you with a set of images that are not only beautiful but also enriched with the emotional depth of the day.
Your expectations
For your baptism photography, our approach is meticulously planned to ensure every precious moment is captured beautifully. Depending on the package you choose, our coverage typically begins half an hour before the ceremony. This allows us to photograph the candid excitement as guests arrive, along with the intricate details of your baby’s attire, the decorations, and any special props used for the occasion.
As the ceremony unfolds, we focus on capturing the documentary-style moments that tell the story of the day. Communication with the officiating priest is a crucial step in the process. Please make sure to coordinate beforehand to obtain the necessary permissions to photograph the ceremony. This ensures we can work effectively without disrupting the sanctity of the event.
Given the often moody UK weather, using flash or off-camera lighting is essential to ensure the highest quality images. However, if the use of such equipment is not permitted, we are fully prepared to switch to silent mode. This means no clicking sounds from the camera and a very discreet presence, allowing us to capture the ceremony unobtrusively while still delivering beautiful, natural-light photographs.
After the ceremony concludes, we efficiently set up our studio gear to capture family portraits. This session typically lasts between 5 to 15 minutes, ensuring that we gather beautiful, formal shots without taking too much time from your day’s schedule. Following these family portraits, we’ll move outside to take a grand photo of all the guests together and, if desired, some additional photos of the children with their siblings.
Many families choose to extend the celebration with a party after the baptism or even book a dedicated family photo shoot for a later date. We are fully prepared to accommodate whatever your plans might entail. Your wish truly is our command, and we are here to capture every moment of your special day according to your specific desires and requirements.
We approach every shoot with the creation of wall art in mind, knowing that these images will become treasured family heirlooms. They are not just photographs; they are profound expressions of your new life together, capturing the beauty and immense joy of your child’s earliest days.
For added convenience, we also offer on-location sessions within the comfort of your own home for an additional fee. Whether in our studio or your home, our goal is to create art that celebrates and preserves this unparalleled time in your family’s life.
Embrace this chance to immortalise the wonder of your newborn’s first days. Explore our gallery and envision how these exquisite pieces of art will grace your walls, bringing joy and warmth to your heart each time you pass by.
Your child holds a special place in your heart and deserves a prominent place on your wall
The fleeting nature of early childhood is something we all wish could last a bit longer. Sadly, many parents find that once these precious early days are gone, all they have are hasty cell phone images to remember them by. You deserve more – you deserve stunning, professional images of your child as they are right now. Every smile, funny expression, and adorable pose should be celebrated with beautiful photographs, bespoke albums, and striking artwork adorning your home.
As your dedicated baptism photographers in London, Were here to ensure that you not only enjoy your photography session but also treasure the images and the artwork we create together. Let’s capture every precious moment of your child’s early days with art that touches the heart and beautifies your home.
Please browse your gallery shop and preview the wall art options or explore the Premium wall art products on our dedicated wall art page.
Customised Artistry Tailored to Your Home
Visualise your child’s portrait on luxurious Italian leather or a radiant acrylic that reflects every loving detail, crafted up to 260 cm in size. Our range includes:
- Metal Prints: Offering a modern touch with 300-year longevity.
- Framed HD Canvas: Classic elegance that complements any room.
- Fine Art Prints on Amalfi Paper: For a touch of Italian finesse.
- And many more options are available. See the bottom of our Wall Art page.
We’re happy to explore your home to find the perfect spot for your new artwork, considering wall style and colour themes to ensure that the art piece complements your interior beautifully. We guide you in choosing the right product and size to make the most impactful statement.
Wall Art Preview
After capturing the magic of your child and finalising the artistic details, we offer a unique service: digital previews of how your chosen artwork will look on your walls at home. This tailored preview process ensures that every piece of art is as perfect in your space as in your heart.
Why Choose Us?
Choosing Peter Lane Studios means investing in a memory that outlasts lifetimes. Our clients are those who see beyond the immediate, understanding that the warmth and unconditional love of their children are worth every penny.
Baptism Videography
Capturing the sacred moments of baptism through videography adds an extraordinary layer of depth to your memories. Like our photography, our approach to baptism videography is thoughtful and respectful, ensuring we preserve the solemnity and joy of the occasion while highlighting its profound significance.
Videography allows us to record not just the still moments but the entire sequence of events – from the serene anticipation before the ceremony begins to the heartfelt blessings and the water’s gentle touch on your child’s forehead. It captures the sounds of the service, the solemn words of the priest, the responses of the congregation, and the subtle yet significant reactions of family members. These elements are as integral to the day as the visual components, and video brings them to life in a way that photographs alone cannot.
Understanding the importance of this milestone, we handle every aspect of the videography with the utmost sensitivity and professionalism. We arrive early to capture the candid moments of guests arriving and the quiet preparations, setting the scene before the main ceremony. During the baptism, we operate discreetly, ensuring our presence is unobtrusive yet effective in capturing every detail. We coordinate closely with church officials to adhere to any specific guidelines, using lighting and equipment that respects the sanctity of the venue and occasion.
After the ceremony, we can continue to record the day’s events, from family portraits to the joyous gatherings that often follow. These moments of celebration and community are cherished, capturing the broader story of your family and the warm interactions that a baptism inspires.
Our goal is to create a baptism video that not only documents but also celebrates your child’s introduction to your faith community. This video becomes a treasured keepsake, a way to relive and share this significant day with friends and family and, in the future, with your child themselves. The film will be a timeless testament to your family’s values and traditions, preserved in beautiful motion and emotion.
F.A.Q.
Do you cover Christening outside London?
Yes. We cover the whole island and abroad. We do, however, have to add on a charge to cover expenses and, on rare occasions, accommodation costs; however, we try to keep these costs to a minimum by only charging the cost of the transport and daily bread.
Do you film/photograph Christening only?
No. We film and photograph any kind of special events, including Weddings, Bar Mitzvahs, Anniversaries, etc., but we do commercial projects, advertisements, social media short films, conferences and corporate events, too.
Do you give the digital files?
Yes, we do! All of them are yours, edited, print-ready in hi-res, and have “Home Use Rights”, which means that you can print them wherever you want.
When can we get the images?
We try to deliver up to 2 days after the Christening because we know how important it is for you to enjoy and share the images with friends and relatives.
Why is so important to book photo & video from one vendor?
Yes, it is important because photographers and videographers have experience working together and know each other’s styles. They will try to complement each other, not to compete.
How does the relationship between the photographer and videographer work?
If you book our photography & video bundle, you’ll benefit from the same key final product. Please take a look at our photography portfolio. Speaking about the cats and dogs synergy as they characterise photographers and videographers, well, we believe that photography is always more important as it captures the moment, and we try to show respect to our colleagues but at the same time do the job in the best way possible. The reason we are there is to capture your event the best we can, and that will only happen if the photographer and videographer work together with this aim in mind.
Are you familiar with Greek Orthodox Christenings?
We do quite a lot of Greek Orthodox Christenings, and we are well known by the Greek community; we have the experience and feel quite comfortable with both photography and videography.
How do we book?
Once you have confirmed you want to book, we’ll need your postal address for the paperwork. After signing the agreement and sending our copy to us along with a deposit of 1/3rd of the agreed amount, we’ll consider the day locked to you. When do we meet? It’s usually best to have our pre-christening meeting 2-3 weeks prior to the event; the closer, the better, really, as it’s nice to keep the rapport we build up from the meeting and take that into the Christening so you feel more at ease. We always try to arrange a face-to-face meeting wherever possible, but sometimes, due to logistics, this may not be possible. In this instance, we can have the next best thing…a Skype chat. If you’re not comfortable with chatting over the net, we can always have the meeting via telephone. The main aim is to get to know each other and to obtain all the info I need so I’m fully prepared for the big day.
When is the final balance due?
3 Weeks prior to the Christening date or cash on the day.
How long does the video take to complete?
Creating a film that meets the standard we produce takes time, so we set the completion date at 1-4 months from the event date. It doesn’t take 4 months of actual editing; however, as we film a lot of events in a 5 month period and with each edit taking up to 2 weeks of work, we quickly build up a backlog. We don’t rush our edits; we spend the time carefully crafting your Christening film to ensure we create the best Christening video possible. Your video is to last you forever, and we want it to be something you will always want to watch and be proud to show your friends and family; we edit with this in mind. It does require patience on your part, but I can assure you it’s worth the wait!
How long do you keep a copy of our Christening footage?
Once the video is signed off and you have received your final copies, we will keep the raw footage for 2 months, after which time it will be deleted. We will, however, keep copies of your final vodeo in an Amazon server in case you lose it. In such a case you pay the download fee.
Not answered your question?
Please feel free to contact us, and we will be happy to answer any other questions you may have.
Baptism collections
Before you select your preferred collection, please consider that the packages outlined below serve merely as a foundation. You are cordially invited to request customisations. We encourage you to acquaint yourself with our exquisite Wall Art and Deluxe Album options and share your specific desires. As purveyors of a bespoke service, we are committed to meticulously tailoring a collection that is uniquely yours.
Sacred Vows
PHOTOGRAPHY collection including ceremony
Christening / Baptism Ceremony collection starts at £450, including:
- Documentary coverage of the ceremony
- Family portraits before or after the ceremony
- All images in High Resolution, digitally edited
- Private Online gallery (for six months) with a shopping area for prints, albums, puzzles, frames & canvas options to choose from, etc.
- Speedy image delivery – fastest in the UK, about two days after the event
- One photographer
- Free Downloadable files with Home Use (noncommercial) rights for immediate family
PHOTOGRAPHY ADD-ONS
- £350 – extra professional photographer
- £100 – Extra time per hour/photographer (incl. travel and idle time)
Complete Celebration
PHOTOGRAPHY collection Including church and venue
Christening / Baptism Ceremony plus venue, including:
- Documentary coverage of the ceremony
- Family portraits before or after the ceremony
- Documentary coverage of reception and fun part
- All images in High Resolution, digitally edited
- Private Online gallery (for six months) with a shopping area for prints, puzzles, frames & canvas options, etc.
- Speedy image delivery – fastest in the UK, up to two days after the event
- One photographer
- Free Downloadable files with Home Use (noncommercial) rights for immediate family
PHOTOGRAPHY ADD-ONS
- £500 – extra professional photographer
- £100 – Extra time per hour/per photographer
Sacred Moments
videography collection including ceremony
Christening / Baptism Ceremony package starts at £650, including:
- Documentary video coverage of the ceremony
- One operator
- Downloadable Video
- Covering the ceremony and before and after the church at the church territory
VIDEO ADD-ONS
- £450 – Extra cameraman
- £100 – Extra time per hour for each operator
- £450 – Drone areal footage*
- £800 – Crane operator (plus assistant)
- £100 – DVD/Burn or USB duplication each
holy DAY
videography collection including church and venue
This collection covers the event from either parents’ home or church together with the party, up to 6 hours
- Documentary coverage
- One operator
- Online downloadable files
VIDEO ADD-ONS
- £550 – Extra cameraman
- £100 – Extra time per hour per operator
- £450 – Drone areal footage (where possible)
- £800 – Crane operator (plus assistant)
- £100 – DVD/BluRay burn & duplication each
CINEMATIC MOVIE
Documentary plus cinematic video highlights
This collection covers the event from either the parents’ home or church together with the party for up to 6 hours.
- Docu-Cinematic coverage
- Two operators
- One USB or online downloadable files
- 1 cinematic video highlights, plus 1 big docu-edit video of the day.
VIDEO ADD-ONS
- £550 – Extra cameraman
- £100 – Extra time per hour per each operator
- £450 – Drone areal footage (if allowed)
- £800 – Crane operator (plus assistant)
- £100 – DVD/BluRay burn & duplication each
Luxury Baptism Albums
Designed to pass through generations
The album options are practically endless, as you can see in our album portfolio. Don’t forget to explore the different album types at the bottom of the album portfolio page.
We work with the best world-class manufacturers, offering handmade work with the best materials and the best longevity. Your album will be designed by a professional and experienced magazine designer, and we’ll use an interactive online service to allow you to monitor the process and comment on your wishes.
Imagine sitting down with your children and grandchildren years from now, flipping through the pages of your baptism album. Each turn of the page brings back the laughter, tears, and joy of one of the most special days of your life. These albums are more than just books; they are gateways to relive those cherished moments. Designed with care and crafted using materials that age gracefully, these albums are made to be passed down through generations. As you share your story, the vivid colours and clear details of each photo transport you back in time. This isn’t just an album; it’s a family heirloom in the making, a collection of moments that you’ll love to revisit and share again and again.
Our Process
what to expect
Orthodox Portfolio
Catholic, Anglican & Protestant Portfolio
Christenings & Baptism Photographer & Videographer in London, Kent, Essex, Surrey, Oxford, Hertfordshire
At Peter Lane Studios, we understand that a christening is not just a ceremony but a cherished family moment brimming with emotion and tradition. Our team of christening videographers brings a blend of artistry and technical precision to capture these tender moments. Using high-definition equipment and professional sound recording, we ensure that every smile, every gentle whisper, and every significant prayer is preserved. More than just documenting the event, our videos capture the heartfelt emotions shared during these precious celebrations.
Experience the Difference in Quality
Crafting the perfect christening video requires more than technical skill; it requires a heart. Our videographers specialise in finding those intimate angles and moments that make each christening unique. From the careful selection of filming angles to enhancing the natural light of the venue, we ensure that every detail is captured with clarity and emotion. When you choose Peter Lane Studios, you’re not just hiring a videographer; you’re inviting a team that is passionate about making your child’s christening film as beautiful and moving as the ceremony itself.
Tailored to Celebrate Your Family’s Story
We celebrate every christening with a bespoke approach, knowing each family has a unique story to tell. Whether it’s a quiet gathering or a grand celebration, our films are personalised to reflect the spirit and significance of your day. We are experts in a variety of christening traditions, including those specific to the Greek Orthodox community, and we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the customs and rituals that are important to you.
Capturing Every Cherished Moment
Our christening films are crafted to offer more than just memories; they provide a visual legacy that captures the essence of your family’s joy. From the laughter of relatives to the solemnity of the ritual, each element is filmed with care and respect. We coordinate closely with venue staff and clergy to ensure our presence enhances the occasion without intruding.
Your Trusted Partner in Christening Videography
Choose Peter Lane Studios for your christening videography and experience the peace of mind that comes from knowing your special day is being captured by professionals who care deeply about your family’s memories. Explore our portfolio to see the beautiful stories we’ve told and start imagining how we can help preserve yours.
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