Video Portraits can be made at any point during a person's life, just like a portrait painting or a photograph; but a video portrait captures the person, the personality, mannerisms and humour better than any portrait ever could, no matter how skilled the artist or photographer.

Many people use a video portrait as a way to preserve family memories, as tracing family histories has been boosted by the popularity of TV programmes such as the BBC’s “Who Do You Think You Are?”

For those interested in preserving their family history for generations to come, I can help record stories and experiences on film. It is an ideal way of helping relatives to learn more about their family, and also provides a keepsake for many generations to come in dvd format. So it can make a great gift.

Nothing can compare to seeing and hearing somebody tell their story in their own words. Photographs are precious, but filming family life stories means younger relatives will be able to learn more about the characters behind the faces. It brings family history to life rather than being one dimensional.”

A video portrait is destined to become an instant family treasure.