After the whirlwind of 2015, during which I relocated all the way to the shores of the Atlantic in Cornwall, and when there was no time for a workshop, I’m so happy to let you know that Live What You Love workshop 2016 is happening in October! If you want to wake up every day… Keep Reading
Q&A in Professional Photography magazine
I’m sorry, I’ve been very bad at blogging lately. I’m going to fix that, soon, but before I get to it properly here’s a little something from the April issue of Professional Photography magazine. Recently, they asked me some questions about how I do my bookkeeping, and I got to praise Light Blue Software (which… Keep Reading
Love affair with London: Favourite Romantic Locations
I’ve been meaning to blog about some of my favourite places in London for those wanting to have a love affair with (and in) the city for ages, and today seemed like an apt day to finally do it! Having said that, London holds onto its romance all year around, not just on Valentine’s Day! Below… Keep Reading
Do you need photography qualifications
I receive questions about photography & about being photographed almost daily. I share some of my favourite questions on the blog, so that everyone can benefit from the answers. Q: I’m an aspiring children’s portrait photographer and have spent the past 2 years learning the basics of my camera and Photoshop at home. Do you… Keep Reading
How to deal with awkward photography subjects
I receive questions about photography & about being photographed almost daily. I share some of my favourite questions on the blog, so that everyone can benefit from the answers. Q: I sometimes go into a shoot thinking my clients will be good fun only to realise they are very awkward in front of the camera, which… Keep Reading
Overcoming your nerves about client consultations
I receive questions about photography & about being photographed almost daily. I share some of my favourite questions on the blog, so that everyone can benefit from the answers. Q: I get really nervous when doing consultations. Can you please describe your first meeting with a potential wedding client? These days I get so many… Keep Reading
The Magic of Cornwall: family fun in the sun
Unfortunately a family photo shoot is too often a stressful dreaded date on the annual calendar, involving uncomfortable Sunday best clothes and awkward poses. But it doesn’t have to be! I’ve rather fallen in love with relaxed Family Together Sessions, and can’t wait to start doing more down in Cornwall. Wouldn’t you rather capture moments together while on… Keep Reading
How to set prices for your new photography business
I receive questions about photography & about being photographed almost daily. I share some of my favourite questions on the blog, so that everyone can benefit from the answers. Q: What advice can you give about setting prices for those of us who are new to the photography industry? Congratulations on setting up your photography… Keep Reading
The magic of Cornwall: cliff-top weddings by the sea
Over the years I’ve been so lucky to return to Cornwall over and over again for some of my favourite weddings, I have to pinch myself when I think that I will be living there permanently, and that these sort of affairs will be ‘the norm’! Cornwall offers many spectacular wedding venues with stunning sea… Keep Reading
Do you need high spec gear to charge for photography
I receive questions about photography & about being photographed almost daily. I share some of my favourite questions on the blog, so that everyone can benefit from the answers. Q: Do you feel that in order to start charging for photography I should have the highest quality of gear? I work with a Nikon D80 as… Keep Reading
The magic of Cornwall: plan a romantic getaway
As I’m getting closer to the BIG MOVE over to Cornwall (woop!), I thought I’d share some of my recommendations for romantic getaways. Whether you’re planning an engagement, pre-wedding or anniversary shoot, you couldn’t ask for a prettier setting than the quintessentially British seaside town of Padstow, or the wild and rugged coastline around Newquay, with its multiple beaches, such… Keep Reading
How to get started with a photography business
I receive questions about photography & about being photographed almost daily. I share some of my favourite questions on the blog, so that everyone can benefit from the answers. Q: I have photo skills but don’t know where to start in a business direction & don’t have money to buy better equipment or develop a… Keep Reading
How to take intimate candid shots of people
I receive questions about photography & about being photographed almost daily. I share some of my favourite questions on the blog, so that everyone can benefit from the answers. Q: How do you get such intimate candid shots of people without spooking them? Everyone always seems so natural and relaxed in your photos. Thanks for the… Keep Reading
How to plan for photography on your wedding day
I receive questions about photography & about being photographed almost daily. I share some of my favourite questions on the blog, so that everyone can benefit from the answers. Q: I’m a bride planning a wedding and I’m wondering if you have any advice about what we should be aware of and take into consideration… Keep Reading