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Sarah Oliver Photography

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‘20 Certificate of Excellence, 2020

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So Studios is a family run Photography Stuido on Epping High Street. Sarah Oliver is an award winning photographer with over 15 years experience capturing weddings and events and throughout Essex, Hertfordshire and London.

So Studios offer a range of photography services

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26 March 2024

Cannot recommend Sarah and Tai enough! Amazing pictures, wonderful service putting our special needs son at ease and getting him to relax so we could capture a priceless family moment. 5 stars!

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1 March 2024

Sarah did some business headshots shots for me..came out with several different angles and images. Hugh recommend

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29 February 2024

I used So Studio for some professional headshots. I am not a massive fan of having my photo taken but working with Sarah made it really easy. I ended up with some really great photos. Other family members have used Sarah since and are equally as impressed. I will be using her again! More...

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29 February 2024

I had my passport photos taken at So Studio. Sarah was very professional, made me feel relaxed and comfortable. The whole process was so easy and stress free! Highly recommend!! I took my mum back a few weeks later to do hers! Sarah has also printed some things for me for birthdays etc. High quality prints and very efficient! More...

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29 February 2024

Highly recommended Sarah , we had a lovely family shoot, she was great with our little girl and we received some lovely photos

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28 February 2024

Thank you Sarah and team for the great service when I got my passport photos. I particularly appreciate you fitting me in last minute so that could have the photos for my appointment at the passport office. Photos were accepted by passport office with no issues and I was able to receive my passport before my trip. Thanks to you for your amazing service. Friendly, efficient and will definitely recommend you. More...

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28 February 2024

I’ve used so studios many times now for my sons photoshoots! The shop is always warm and welcoming and all the staff there are so professional and understanding especially as we have done shoots while my baby has been so little! I couldn’t recommend them more and I will definitely be going back More...

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27 February 2024

I went to So Studios to have my kids’ passport photos taken. Sarah was wonderfully warm & professional. It made the whole experience a wonderful one - which was a big ask as the kids were 6yrs, 3yrs, and 5 months. I would thoroughly recommend! It takes the pain out of taking the pics yourself or using a booth. You also get a digital link which makes passport applications a breeze. More...

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24 February 2024

I took my children for a photo shoot before Christmas. From the minute we got to the studio it was a very relaxed and family friendly environment. Nothing was rushed and I was so so happy with the photographs we got of them. I also had them printed at the studio a few weeks later which was really convenient. I also had my sons passport picture done this year and it was done quickly and verified in the shop so I knew it would pass. Thank you for your amazing work (and endless patience) More...

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24 February 2024

I needed to get the kids' passport photos done and used SO Studios for the first time. So glad I did. Sarah was amazing, it was super-efficient and the whole process absolutely hassle-free. So much better than trying to do it yourself with a camera phone and having to upload photos yourself! Worth every penny. More...

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17 February 2024

Sarah and Ty were both so wonderful and welcoming! I chose to hire this studio for a day of photography sessions because of it's great location, and lovely, welcoming decor to make sure my clients had an extra special experience. .. this is is exactly what So Studios offered and Sarah and Ty went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable and happy in the studio! Before finalising the studio hire - Sarah answered all of my questions and was extremely helpful... I will definitely be back to hire the studio space again as it ticked every box for me and my clients! More...

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17 February 2024

Sarah is an excellent photographer on many levels. She is capable of bringing out the best in everyone. Her pictures are taken with clarity and done in many different ways to get the best look. She has a very keen eye and see's the bigger picture. I have been going to her for all my daughters' milestones, newborn, christening, Halloween, Christmas, 1st (cake smash) and soon 2nd birthday, as well as 1st passport photo that met regulation and was able to be digitally attached to the application. Sarah is very patient, fun and always without fail fast enough to catch all her expressions especially when smiling and laughing. I have never received a bad photo from her, has a bad experience and will always use her for all my event's. More...

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17 February 2024

had the most wonderful experience at So Studios, from initial contact all the way through to the beautiful final photos. Sarah was welcoming and engaging all throughout the process and really understood what we wanted and within our budget. she was even flexible when we had to reschedule due to a kiddy illness, which was so appreciated! the studio on epping high street is warm, inviting and relaxing; perfect for anyone trying to photograph small children! it’s even equipped with sofas, refreshments and toys, which is great for all involved. As a mom, she is incredible with kids and has such a way of putting all ages at ease and getting the best out of even the most uncooperative toddler participants! there are tonnes of props and staging items around to give your shoot different looks and she has a great eye for when to introduce different items. what could have been very stressful was such a fun and joyful experience and we all left with smiles on our faces- a miracle for 9 people, 3 generations, including a 1 year old. the final photos were even more than i could have hoped for; so natural and really capturing the happy energy we had bringing the family all together that day. i’m now struggling with where i’ll put them all! i am not a fan of getting my photo taken, but it was such a lovely experience, i will be returning to get a new professional headshot when budget allows, as she offers a wide range of shoots for all occasions. i could not recommend Sarah and So Studios highly enough; especially for capturing those special family moments. a huge thank you and looking forward to making them a regular part of our family events in Epping over the years. More...

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2 February 2024

Sarah Oliver makes you feel at ease when taking your photographs, she makes sure that you leave knowing that you have exactly what you require. She is wonderful with children I would recommend SO studios every time. More...

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2 January 2024

After looking about at several places, we came across so studios, we had a large request which was a really reasonable price and professional all the way. This studio was so welcoming and you felt no pressure in leaving or arriving at a certain time. Sarah really captured so many amazing memories that we can cherish for a lifetime. Any future shoots we decide to do, this will definitely be the place. Really really recommend this place 10/10 for me. More...

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2 November 2023

Fantastic experience. Wonderful people. Would 100% recommend. Thank you

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2 November 2023

We had an amazing family shoot at So Studios. The whole experience was really enjoyable (even for my partner who hates his pictures being taken! ). Sarah was so nice and helpful, our baby was a little bit moody that morning but Sarah was very patient and did everything possible to entertain him! The pictures turned out great and we will definitely be there again for any other shoots that we’ll need in the future! More...

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2 November 2023

Amazing experience with a newborn and dog! Sarah was really kind, patient and helped us achieve photos we dreamt off. Recommend to anyone wanting a newborn shoot

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2 October 2023

Such lovely people! I needed something printing and popped in to ask. They were more than happy and willing to help me out! Thank you again! Xx

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2 October 2023

We had an enjoyable time at so studios photography. They provided a fantastic professional service. My daughter felt instantly at ease and had some lovely photos taken for her portfolio. Sarah was friendly and welcoming and built a lovely rapport with my daughter. Sarah gave some very helpful suggestions to achieve the perfect shot and we are more than happy with the final photos. I would confidently recommend using this company. More...

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2 October 2023

Highly recommend SO Studios! We recently had a newborn photoshoot and thoroughly enjoyed our time with Sarah & the team! Sarah was so patient and professional from start to finish and was fantastic with our little one! We are so pleased with our final photo's & look forward to returning in the future! :-) Thank you 'SO Studios'! X More...

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28 February 2023

Had a newborn shoot recently and it was a lovely experience. Sarah was very patient and worked around me and baby, we even had to come back twice as baby was not settling and she was so accommodating. Received the photos this week and they came out better than I could have imagined. More...

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31 December 2022

Thank you Sarah for capturing the cutest images for our sons cake smash! You are so lovely and easy to work with and you made the session so much fun! My son loved it and you can see how much fun he had by looking at all the lovely images taken! More...

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30 November 2022

Sarah is a lovely person and an amazing photographer! Not only is she great at coming up with creative new ideas for your pics she also has a very natural style of photography. We bought our newborn for some family shots and she made the whole process feel so easy and comfortable. Would highly recommend :) More...

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31 October 2022

Came in for a family photo shoot and had the best experience. Sarah is so good at what she does, and knows how to bring out the best in you. Thank you so much.

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31 October 2022

Had a wonderful photo shoot with Sarah at So Studios. Trying to capture the perfect shot of 5 children is no easy feat but Sarah was professional, calm and collective and achieved this for our parents 50th wedding anniversary, and let's say it was so good they both cried!! Would 100% recommend!!!

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31 October 2022

We and the kids absolutely LOVED the photo booth! Great fun and the pictures are brilliant quality and take pride of place on the fridge. Sarah is absolutely brilliant - so warm and welcoming - if I was getting married again, I would definitely book the photo booth caravan for our wedding. More...

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31 October 2022

Thank you so much to Sarah and her fabulous team - we had a brilliant pet and family photo shoot - Sarah was brilliant with our dog Poppy and self conscious teenager! ! Photos we will treasure. We also employed her team to take individual photos at the dress rehearsal of our dancing show. They took hundreds of individual photos. in a very short space of time. Each one was professional and looked amazing. We had very happy students and parents! I have no hesitation in recommending this fantastic team! More...

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31 October 2022

Excellent experience doing a newborn photo shoot at SO studios. The photos are amazing and we are so pleased with them. Sarah went out of her way to accommodate our little ones and to make sure she got the right shots.

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31 October 2022

We had a shoot at SO Studios and loved it. The kids had the best time in there and Sarah couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful. The photos we got after were gorgeous I’ll definitely be back. Very pleased and highly recommend! More...

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31 August 2022

Sarah is an absolute talent and the team are just wonderful delivering amazing customer service and experience. The studio helped me create a portfolio for my new floristry career and not only do I have an amazing clean portfolio of shots I also have, dynamic, beautiful shots for my social shots. Sarah and Ty really take the time to understand what it is you are looking for and bring it to life. Excellent service, an amazingly talented photographer. I would recommend to anyone for any photographic need x x x More...

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31 August 2022

We found So Studios by recommendation and happily hired Sarah after a positive and friendly phone call for a charity photoshoot covering the Long Covid Kids trip to 10 Downing Street. Sarah put the kids at ease and took a range of beautiful shots that captured the emotion of the day taking time to ensure everyone involved would have personal photographs as well as group images. The charity plan to use So Studios again in the near future. More...

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31 August 2022

Sarah and her team were lovely and welcoming, and they set me up with some great shots for my acting headshots etc. She offered directions for how to stand & pose which helped. Overall, it was also a smooth and streamlined process, without feeling rushed! I recommend SO Studios for anyone looking to get professional photos done. More...

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31 August 2022

Thank you Sarah for the lovely photos you took at our Birthday Party in June. You captured many happy memories during the night. It was a pleasure to work with you. More...

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31 May 2022

Sarah is an amazing photographer and a wonderful person. The quality of her photos are second to none and she makes you feel so comfortable throughout the whole process. Can't recommend Sarah and SO studios enough. More...

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31 May 2022

SO Studios is absolutely wonderful - perfect for content creating and photo shoots! Sarah is such an amazing, welcoming and generous person, I can’t rave about this place enough.

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31 May 2022

SO studios is just fantastic!! The studio facilities are lovely and so versatile there are so many options for backgrounds. On top of that Sarah is just wonderful she’s so kind and friendly and puts the most nervous of people at ease. She has photographed my daughter (now 3yrs old) several times, she is really patient and the final photos are just great (even when my daughter spent half the shoot sulking). Great experience, great photos and amazing value for money. Highly recommended More...

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31 May 2022

So Studios is a very welcoming and professional photography Studio. I've never had headshots taken by a professional photographer before, and I didn't know what to expect when I arrived. Sarah and her team put me at ease straight away and my nerves soon disappeared. Sarah talked me through various options and knew exactly how to create the best shots. She took a range of photos and was very patient. It was a wonderful experience from start to finish and I'm really pleased with my images. I would throughly recommend So Studios. More...

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31 May 2022

I am so happy that So Studios has arrived in Epping High Road as we were very happy with our lockdown doorstep photos, now we know where to find Sarah all the time! She is extremely talented, creative and provides so many options, you will always find the best package that works for your needs. I have also used So Studios for my product photos and Sarah was the only photographer who managed to get around the issue of the curved and extremely reflective surface, through clever angles and professional editing. Sarah is extremely warm, relaxed and makes you feel at ease instantly. She is a fabulous director and knows how to capture you in a flattering way, be it natural or posed shots. She is very savvy with social media and has transformed my Instagram business account with her lifestyle shots. As for the shop itself, you are greeted with such a warm welcome and feel instantly at home, with its cosy characterful beams, and various rooms suited for all of your needs. They have all the props you could wish for. I’m almost considering signing up for TicTock as the dedicated room looks fun 😁 On top of that, the shop window is one to follow throughout the seasons! The Selfridges of Epping, if you will. More...

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31 May 2022

So Studios is a very welcoming and professional photography Studio . We had the best time and enjoyable experience for Valentine’s photoshoot with Sarah and her amazing team . 1st class professionalism - with good communications Sarah is kind, and friendly, take the time to take amazing photos of me and my partner. Sarah is very detailed and clear instructions on what to bring, it was great! Very good energy, it felt just like hanging out with an old friend - nice and relaxed atmosphere . The photos I received afterwards were absolutely amazing. Overall 100% highly recommend the service as it was the best experience we have had .#yoursimpythebest 👏👏👏🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 More...

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31 May 2022

Sarah and her team are absolutely fantastic. Such a warm and welcoming atmosphere. They’ve really got something special here and would 100% recommend to anyone looking for good quality photos and an accommodating service.

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31 May 2022

Sarah very kindly took an emergency passport photo for me 10 minutes before closing. Excellent service, thank you.

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31 May 2022

Absolutely amazing! Loved every minute of the shoot, thank you everyone at So Studios for your patience and warmth xxx

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31 May 2022

Bikermedics Ltd looks fantastic after headshots at SO Studios. Sarah knew how to get the best angles and poses for a professional shot. Friendly, accomplished, and accommodating. Thank you More...

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31 May 2022

Wonderful little studio on the High Street. Really friendly, welcoming and great with children!

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31 May 2022

What a fabulous experience at So Studios! Such a versatile space with so many different options. Sarah is the most warm and welcoming person who puts you at ease instantly. She also has a great team who work with her and they create such a fun but professional atmosphere. A great experience, I highly recommend! More...

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31 May 2022

The owners just before they went on holiday opened especially so I could get a passport photo for my little one. Absolutely amazing service and would highly recommend!

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31 May 2022

We had such an incredible time at So Studios. I’m not the biggest fan of having my photo taken, however So Studios was the perfect choice for our family photo, I’m now considering making it an annual thing. Sarah ensured we were happy with our pics and definitely captured my good side. Thank you! More...

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31 May 2022

Thank you Sarah for a really good photo shoot of the team, you made the shoot fun and really enjoyed the time having our photos taken. For a studio on the high street you have a great amount of props and backgrounds for the different photos. Look forward to posting the photos you have taken on our social media and using them in my marketing. More...

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31 May 2022

I can’t say enough fabulous things about SO photography. She’s professional but laid back and relaxed allowing you to laugh and feel right at home in her studio while knowing you’ll be getting quality photos. She goes above and beyond to make sure you are happy and satisfied with your photos. I have gone to her for our Christmas photo shoots every single year, my son’s birthday photo shoots and we have created memories- not only with the prints themselves but from the sessions we have had with Sarah. Needless to say, I’ll never go to any photographer except for SO Photography . More...

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Q&As

I would say there's not one thing but a combination of lots of things!
Building strong relationships with clients and really understanding what's important to them.
Timing is key in capturing those magical canded moments and being in the right place.
A deep understanding of lighting, how to use natural light and how to work with flash.
I combine natural candid shots with fashion photography techniques that surpasses every expectation.
Being creative so you can create that little extra magic!

Wow this really depends on what my clients would like photographed, for newborn photography it’s normally when are you due (although little ones are hardly ever on time) so I’m super flexible. For weddings it’s how did you meet and tell me about you as a couple.
So lots of different questions normally over a cuppa.

My goodness there are so many things I love! Meeting amazing new people. Being part of clients most special moments and knowing they will be looking at my images for years to come. There is no better honour then seeing your images framed and up in your clients house.

I studied photography at the London college of fashion and my teacher was a true inspiration, he was a lecturer and run his own business, I thought that was amazing, so right from the start my goal was to launch Sarah Oliver Photography. Also my wonderful family and my photographic hero Martin Parr.

Whether you’re keen on adorable and precious portraits of your newborn baby, a heart-warming portrait of your children playing together, or stunning images that tell the wonderful story of your dream wedding, I excel at creating timeless and stylish portraits that you will love.

I’m friendly, approachable, and ensure that you will be completely at ease and enjoy the session or event with full confidence in my abilities to produce exceptional images that you will cherish for a lifetime.

Please get in touch for a chat about your unique needs – I consider it a privilege to be invited to capture your most precious moments and your favourite people so I will never let you down.

While the Studio has been closed we have been working on some Product Photography for local businesses as well as luxury retailers is a passion of ours and we have enjoyed seeing our images used within global advertising campaigns and social media channels.

Our hearts go out to everyone who's wedding plans have been impacted by Covid 19 and who's Weddings are on hold. We can't wait to celebrate with you when the time comes.

Services

I'll be there from the bridal preparations though to a few songs after your first dance. You're receive a beautiful USB full of your edited (High Resolution) images of your wedding photos within 4-6 weeks of your special day.