Business Details
12 Years
experience
Professional Photography Services in Christchurch, Dorset
Studio Shotz is a boutique photographic studio based in Christchurch, Dorset, founded by Zelda de Hollander. With a passion for photography cultivated since childhood, Zelda pursued formal education in Commercial Photography at Bournemouth Arts University, achieving top honours. The studio specialises in creating high-quality imagery through meticulous attention to lighting and composition, offering services ranging from headshots to commercial photography. Our team comprises fully licensed and insured professionals, prioritising a client-centric approach to ensure personalised experiences. We relocated to a dedicated appointment-only studio in 2014, enabling greater flexibility and focus on intimate family shoots, business portraits, and product photography. Zelda's hands-on leadership and commitment to customer service underpin our approach, fostering trust and satisfaction. The studio's evolution reflects a dedication to adapting to client needs while maintaining technical excellence. By combining artistic vision with professional expertise, we deliver tailored photographic solutions for diverse personal and commercial requirements. Our reputation is built on consistent quality, reliability, and a deep understanding of visual storytelling through photography.
Services
Business Head Shots
Product Photography
Actors Head Shots
Band Promotional Photo Shoots
Maternity Photography
Personal Head Shots
Commercial Photography
Marketing Photography
Property Photography
Networking Photography
Served areas
- Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, Hampshire
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We have over 10 years of professional photography experience
- Our team uses fully licensed and insured professionals
- We offer flexible appointment scheduling including weekends
- We specialise in boutique-style, one-on-one client sessions
- Our lighting expertise ensures consistently high-quality images
Associations and certifications
- BA (Hons) Commercial Photography
Services
Business Head Shots
Professional headshots tailored for business professionals and organisations. Our sessions focus on creating polished, confident imagery that enhances professional profiles. We use controlled lighting and composition techniques to ensure consistent quality across individual and group portraits.
Maternity Photography
Specialised maternity photography capturing the beauty of pregnancy in a comfortable, artistic setting. Sessions prioritise client comfort while creating timeless images that celebrate this significant life stage through natural poses and flattering lighting.
Commercial Photography
Comprehensive commercial photography services for marketing and product representation. We create visually compelling content for businesses including product shots, office environments, and promotional materials with technical precision and creative flair.
Product Photography
High-quality product photography for e-commerce and marketing purposes. Our expertise in lighting and composition ensures accurate representation of products, enhancing their visual appeal for digital and print media applications.
Band Promotional Photo Shoots
Creative photography sessions designed for musical groups and performers. We capture dynamic group compositions and individual artist portraits that reflect musical style and personality for promotional use.
People
Zelda de Hollander
Owner & Lead Photographer
Founder of Studio Shotz with over 10 years' experience, Zelda graduated top of her class in Commercial Photography. She specialises in lighting techniques and client-focused photography services.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We provide business headshots, maternity photography, product imaging, commercial shoots, property photography, and band promotional sessions.
Are photo shoots available on weekends?
Yes, our photo shoots are available seven days a week by appointment.
How do I book a photography session?
Contact us via phone, WhatsApp, or email to schedule your appointment at our Christchurch studio.
Do you work with commercial clients?
Yes, we specialise in commercial photography including marketing materials and product imaging for local businesses.
What makes your studio different?
Our boutique approach combines technical lighting expertise with personalised service and flexible scheduling options.
Can I have outdoor photography sessions?
We offer location photography services in addition to our studio-based sessions.
Reviews (16)
James Manley
Nov 24, 2024
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I recently needed some professional headshots for my CV and job applications so contacted Zelda at StudioShotz. I couldn't be happier with the results! From start to finish, the experience was seamless and professional. Zelda's expertise in photography and her keen eye for detail truly shine. She guided me through every step of the process, from selecting the perfect backdrop to adjusting my posture and expressions to ensure the best possible shots.
Her ability to make me feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera was exceptional- I find it awkward as hell when it comes to taking photos of myself! The final headshots are stunning-crisp, well-lit, and perfectly polished. Zelda has an incredible talent for capturing not just a great image but one that really conveys personality and professionalism. If you're looking for a photographer who delivers high-quality headshots and a fantastic overall experience, I highly recommend Zelda at StudioShotz. I will definitely return in the future 10/10!
Her ability to make me feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera was exceptional- I find it awkward as hell when it comes to taking photos of myself! The final headshots are stunning-crisp, well-lit, and perfectly polished. Zelda has an incredible talent for capturing not just a great image but one that really conveys personality and professionalism. If you're looking for a photographer who delivers high-quality headshots and a fantastic overall experience, I highly recommend Zelda at StudioShotz. I will definitely return in the future 10/10!
Nicky Leung
Oct 12, 2024
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Our company recently had Zelda in for an updated shoot. Zelda was amazing, taking candid shots, portraits and team photos and more. The entire day was smoothly run and led by Zelda, received the photos quickly and they're amazing. Would definitely recommend!
Hannah White-Mackenzie
Mar 30, 2024
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From the very first contact to the moment I received my final headshots, my experience was absolutely outstanding. Zelda's professionalism and warm demeanour instantly made me feel at ease, even though I had never been in front of a professional camera before. I wholeheartedly recommend her services!
Carrie
Jun 05, 2022
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We are so happy with our collection of photos. Zelda is professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Zelda knew exactly what I needed for my Amazon product photos - so pleased with the result! Thank you! Carrie
Elaine Tucker
May 24, 2022
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Zelda is the best commercial photographer I have had the pleasure of dealing with. She puts people at ease, takes time to understand what you need and has an eye for the best shots. Finally she is a lovely person and so easy to work with. Highly reccomended
Callum Hope
Mar 26, 2021
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We went along for a couples photo session. Zelda made us feel very comfortable, which I was grateful for, not being naturally comfortable behind a camera lens. The photos were for family pictures and she was able to give us a selection to choose from that were both good for relatives and good for our own walls (more formal and more casual/intimate) We are very pleased with the service and outcome. Thank you.
Ryan Power
Nov 10, 2019
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Wow! What can I say. Zelda from Studio Shotz is the BEST! We've used many different professional photographers in the Dorset and Bournemouth areas but Zelda is hands-down the best we've used. She's friendly, approachable, full of ideas, makes you feel comfortable and is great fun to work with. The cherry on top is that the quality of the output is unrivalled. Don't bother booking anyone else; book Zelda. :
Jade Graham
Oct 30, 2019
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Zelda is fab! We recently had some headshots done for our business - there are only 4 of us in the team but we were all dreading it! She instantly put us at ease and we actually enjoyed what we thought would be an experience akin to pulling teeth! Added bonus- the photos are really great. She managed to make us all look lovely and we will definitely be using her again. Thanks Zelda!xx
L. M.
Jun 04, 2019
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Studio Shots are professional, go out of there way to exceed expectations, massively recommended - will use again for sure! We've used them so far for photography 'lifestyle shots' of our products 'in action' and also actual white background product photography. Thanks again, be in touch soon with more work!
Lindsay Case
Jun 08, 2014
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I chose Studio Shotz as they were a local company and I had heard great reviews from my friends who also had their children photographed there. Both my daughter and I felt very welcome and were made to feel very comfortable, which helped as I wanted some lovely relaxed shots of my daughter to add to the albums! Melanie loved dancing and Zelda quickly made light work of getting her to spin and twirl around the studio and as soon as she was happy and relaxed with Zelda photographing her she was happy to sit still for some lovely child like poses. Really happy with the end product! Will definitely be visiting studio shotz again in the future, thank you Zelda!
Hazel Hill
Apr 01, 2014
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I had zelda do the photography for our wedding last march and she was brilliant reasonably priced and great pictures. Then when i fell pregnant with my second child she was looking for a pregnant model for some shots. I must say she took some fantastic shots things that we will have to cherish forever beautiful photos and she makes you feel so at ease as well. Five stars recommended to all!
Natasha Dorrer
Jan 06, 2014
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I highly recommend Studio Shotz it is a fantastic place to get your professional pictures done. Zelda made me and my family feel completely at ease, she was smiley, bubbly and fun and managed to get some really good pictures of my autistic son who is very hard to photograph. I am so pleased with our pictures that it was very hard to pick which ones to have, so I just got them all :o
Dion McCarthy
Zelda is an amazing photographer and her photos for Pure Networking are always spot on and edited very quickly
Sarah A.
I would like to thank Zelda for making my daughters first birthday a moment to cherish forever. Thank you for making us feel so comfortable and relaxed that it was as if we had been coming for years! Beautiful pictures, lovely studio and amazing photographer... Thanks again
Joy Sackett Wood
I chose Zelda to photograph our profile pictures for our new updated website because I knew straight away on the phone that she knew exactly what we needed. Zelda was so very helpful, professional and friendly. My partner and I really enjoyed the photo shoot. The photos themselves are great, we had a difficult time selecting from the wide range we received. Our photos have added a real 'presence' to our website! We would be most happy to recommend Zelda at Studio Shotz Photography for the excellent quality of service we received.
Martin Shorey
We have had a few shoots now with Zelda and have been so happy with the sessions and pictures. When someone is so professional, talented and general just a lovely person then it has to be 5 stars
Thank you and see you again soon:)
Thank you and see you again soon:)