Review of Venture Photography Studios - Stockport


Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Wouldn't Recommend

Personally wouldn't recommend. We had a free voucher through Emma's Diary which included an hours photoshoot and 1 7x5 photo frame. We knew going in, that's all the voucher included and so had a look at the website before hand to see what other products we might be able to buy separately. The prices are astronomical, and we already knew we wouldn't be buying anything extra going in. We were asked to fill in a short questionnaire prior to the shoot about what styles we wanted but the terms and conditions at the end (which you couldn't bypass) had you agreeing for them to use the images on social media which I wasn't happy to do, so didn't send this back.

Ella, the photographer was lovely. Chatted with us on the day to to see what kind of style we wanted, and what picture set ups we wanted (family, baby on her own etc). At the end of the session, we booked straight in for the viewing appointment and was given a brochure with all the prices. The cheapest item was £95 for one 7x5 framed print. They quickly jumped into £100's and over the £1000 mark.

The photos were lovely but definitely not worth that amount of money. There wasn't anything special enough about them to justify anywhere near that cost. A number of the images in the viewing were set up as demonstrations of how you could hang them at home. A USB with all the images (approx 30) would've cost us £800. They also continually mention that they have a pay monthly option.

When we collected the frame, it's definitely not anything special. You're told it's because they're made specially in their lab and have a guarantee on them but high street shops do nicer ones. It also appears that the stand is only made for the frame being displayed landscape and not portrait as ours is. Though I might not be looking at it correctly. There's also a small silver square set in the bottom of the photo which we weren't told about.

Happy enough with the product as it was free, but would not be happy paying the prices they charge.

May 3, 2023
Unprompted review

Reply from Venture Photography Studios

Hi Alison, we are sorry the questionnaire had an issue for you we have checked this and ensured it is optional and can be changed. We are sorry you feel this way we do have a range of offers to suit a variety of budgets please feel free to give us a call or a visit and we can take a look at options you feel are suitable. We have asked our team to reach out to you to see if there is anything we can help you with and give guidance to the frame for portrait display.