Experiences
Family photoshoot in Norway
A family photoshoot in Norway is a relaxed, professionally photographed session for parents, children and often grandparents, in a city, by a fjord or on an Arctic beach, arranged through Fjordly with an independent local photographer, from NOK 4,500.
Pricing
From NOK 4,500
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Edited photos
- ~40
Starting price. The exact price depends on photographer, place, date, time and add-ons, and is stated in your proposal before you book.
Quick answers
- How much does it cost?
- Family Photoshoot starts from NOK 4,500. The final price depends on the place, duration, date, time of day, travel and any add-ons such as video, and is stated in your proposal before you book.
- How long does it take?
- A typical session lasts 1 hour and you receive around 40 edited photos.
- What is included?
- A message exchange or short call about the children’s ages, names and what matters to you
- A route chosen for short walks, shelter from wind and rain, toilets and a café nearby
- Around 60 minutes of photography at the family starting price
- Around 40 edited high-resolution images in the starting package
- Where does it take place?
- Popular places include Oslo, Bergen, Tromsø, Stavanger, and Trondheim. Your photographer suggests the best spot for your date, the light and the crowds.
- Who is it for?
- Visiting families who want every member in the holiday photographs
- Families on a fjord cruise or a Hurtigruten-style coastal trip with one day in port
- Resident families marking a year, a new baby or a move
- Multi-generation trips with grandparents
- How does booking work?
- Send a free request with your place, date and plans. Fjordly checks which photographers are available and replies with a proposal stating the photographer, the package and the exact price. Nothing is booked until you accept.
On most family trips to Norway one parent takes the photographs and is then missing from all of them. A family session fixes that in about an hour: everyone in the frame, the children behaving like themselves, and a setting that shows where you were, whether that is the painted wharf in Bergen, the roof of the Oslo Opera House or a white-sand beach in Lofoten.
Most of the photographer’s work is pacing. Small children give you ten good minutes, then need a snack, a stone to throw into the fjord or a ride on someone’s shoulders. A photographer who is used to families plans for that, keeps the walking short and photographs the moments in between, which are usually the ones that end up on the wall.
Norway also brings its own timing questions. In June and July the evenings stay light very late, so there is no need to keep children up for a sunset; in winter the days are short and a session is planned around the few hours of soft daylight. The overview of places and seasons for families is on our family photography hub for Norway.
How it works
- 1
Send a request
Tell us the date, the town you are staying in and the ages of the children. The availability request is free and carries no obligation.
- 2
We find the match
We check which reviewed photographers who are comfortable working with children are free on your date and near your base, and we reply personally.
- 3
Your proposal
You receive a proposal naming the photographer, the location plan, the duration and the exact price. Payment terms are stated in it, and nothing is booked until you accept.
- 4
Confirm and meet
Once you accept, the photographer contacts you about the meeting point, clothing and a bad-weather plan, which in Norway is always worth having.
- 5
Gallery
Your edited photographs arrive in a private online gallery. The delivery time is stated in your proposal.
From the portfolio
Where the session happens
For young children, flat and close beats spectacular and far. In Oslo, the sloping marble roof of the Opera House, the Vigeland sculptures in Frogner Park and the lawns of Bygdøy all have space to run (family photographer in Oslo). In Bergen, the Fløibanen funicular takes you to Mount Fløyen in a few minutes, where there are forest paths, a play area and the view over the harbour, and Bryggen is right by the lower station. In Stavanger, the white wooden houses of Gamle Stavanger are car-free and compact, and Kristiansand has a town beach for summer sessions. Ålesund and Trondheim both have colourful waterfronts within a short walk. Fjord and Arctic places such as Tromsø, Lofoten, Geiranger and Flåm start from NOK 6,500, because sessions there are longer and involve more travel.
59.91° N
Oslo & Eastern Norway
Oslo
From NOK 2,500
60.39° N
Fjord Norway
Bergen
From NOK 2,500
69.65° N
Northern Norway & the Arctic
Tromsø
From NOK 6,500
58.97° N
Fjord Norway
Stavanger
From NOK 2,500
Preparation tips
- Book the session at the time your children are usually at their best, not at sunset: in June the sun sets after 22.30 in Oslo and later still in Bergen.
- Pack a warm layer for everyone, even in July; wind off the fjord or the sea can make a mild day feel cold.
- Bring a snack that does not stain and a small toy the photographer can use to catch attention.
- Coordinate colours rather than matching outfits: muted tones with one accent work well against green slopes, grey rock and blue water.
- Waterproof shoes or boots matter on wet grass, beaches and cobbles.
- Tell the photographer in advance about shy children, sensory needs or a child who hates posed photographs.
- Keep the day of the shoot light: no long hike or ferry trip immediately before.
- If a grandparent has limited mobility, say so; the route will be planned around it.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a family photoshoot in Norway cost?
Family sessions start from NOK 4,500 for about 60 minutes and around 40 edited photographs. In fjord and Arctic places such as Tromsø, Lofoten, Geiranger or Flåm the starting price is NOK 6,500, because sessions there are longer and involve more travel. See what a photographer costs in Norway for the full breakdown.
What is the best age for children in a family shoot?
Any age works, but the plan changes with it. Babies are easiest after a feed and a nap, toddlers need short bursts and plenty of free play, and older children do best when they are given a job. Tell us the ages when you request so we can match a photographer who is comfortable with them.
What happens if it rains?
Rain is common on the west coast, especially in Bergen. Your photographer will suggest a covered alternative, such as the passages of Bryggen, or a new time within your stay, and how weather changes are handled is stated in your proposal. Light rain or low cloud can also make soft, atmospheric family photographs if everyone is dressed for it.
Can we do a family shoot in winter or under the northern lights?
A daytime winter session in snow works well with children who are dressed warmly, and it is kept short. Northern lights sessions happen late in the evening in the cold, which suits older children better than toddlers. If you want to try, see northern lights photoshoots and mention the children’s ages in your request.
How long should a family session be?
For families with children under five, 60 minutes is usually enough, including breaks. Larger groups and multi-generation families often book longer so everyone gets individual and group photographs without rushing.
Can grandparents and extended family join?
Yes. Mention the number of people when you request, because larger groups may need more time and a location with space and seating. The photographer will take the big group photographs first, while everyone is fresh.
When is the best time of year for a family shoot in Norway?
Late May to early September gives the longest days and the mildest weather, and the evenings are light enough for a relaxed after-dinner session. Autumn brings colour and fewer visitors. Our guide to the best time to visit covers each season.
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