Gillman & Soame
G&
Family Photographers
Gillman & Soame
Chancerygate Business Centre, Kidlington OX5 1FQ
# Gillman & Soame
Gillman & Soame is a specialist school and group photography business established in 1856, operating from Kidlington in Oxfordshire. With over 160 years of heritage, they have built their reputation on capturing significant moments for educational institutions and organisations across the region.
The business primarily serves schools and groups, providing professional photography services tailored to the educational sector. Their core offering centres on whole school photographs and group portraits, as evidenced by their imagery showcasing large-scale institutional photography against school buildings and settings. These are typically milestone moments that schools commission annually or for special occasions.
What distinguishes Gillman & Soame is their longevity and specialisation. Their "Capturing the remarkable since 1856" tagline reflects a deep understanding of educational photography and the importance of preserving school memories. Rather than operating as a generic high street photographer, they have focused exclusively on the school and group market, allowing them to refine their expertise in managing large numbers of subjects, coordinating with institutions, and delivering consistent, professional results.
Their digital ordering system demonstrates a modern approach to a traditional business. Customers receive proof cards and can order prints online through personalised login credentials, streamlining the purchase process whilst maintaining the personal service expected from an established firm. This blend of heritage, specialisation, and contemporary digital infrastructure positions them as a trusted provider for schools seeking quality professional photography services.
Gillman & Soame is a specialist school and group photography business established in 1856, operating from Kidlington in Oxfordshire. With over 160 years of heritage, they have built their reputation on capturing significant moments for educational institutions and organisations across the region.
The business primarily serves schools and groups, providing professional photography services tailored to the educational sector. Their core offering centres on whole school photographs and group portraits, as evidenced by their imagery showcasing large-scale institutional photography against school buildings and settings. These are typically milestone moments that schools commission annually or for special occasions.
What distinguishes Gillman & Soame is their longevity and specialisation. Their "Capturing the remarkable since 1856" tagline reflects a deep understanding of educational photography and the importance of preserving school memories. Rather than operating as a generic high street photographer, they have focused exclusively on the school and group market, allowing them to refine their expertise in managing large numbers of subjects, coordinating with institutions, and delivering consistent, professional results.
Their digital ordering system demonstrates a modern approach to a traditional business. Customers receive proof cards and can order prints online through personalised login credentials, streamlining the purchase process whilst maintaining the personal service expected from an established firm. This blend of heritage, specialisation, and contemporary digital infrastructure positions them as a trusted provider for schools seeking quality professional photography services.
Services offered
School photographsGroup portraitsWhole school photographyProof card orderingDigital photographyPrint orderingInstitutional photographySchool event photography