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Branding

5 Brand Photography Trends to Watch in 2026

Brand photography is evolving and in 2026 businesses want intentional, strategic visuals that support their long-term growth, consistency and connection: 1. Strategic, Year-Long Brand Photography (not one-off shoots) One of the biggest shifts in brand photography...

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How Chloe Became Camera Confident

If you've every said to yourself, "I'd love brand photos, but I'm not ready to invest in a shoot yet..." - this story is going to inspire you. Today I want to share the incredible transformation of Chloe from ChloMu Beauty, a makeup artist in the wedding industry...

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Reflecting on My Journey as a Brand Photographer

This October marks a very special milestone, it's been seven years since I officially registered my business with Companies House back in October 2017. What started as a simple curiosity and a love of capturing moments has grown into a business as a brand...

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Are You Ready to Become Camera Confident?

I understand the challenges a camera shy entrepreneur faces when being more visible online. As an introvert, I’ve been there myself, and over time, I’ve learned how to overcome these obstacles. By taking small, manageable steps, I’ve been able to build my online...

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FREE MASTERCLASS: Confident Brand Shoot Formula

I'm bursting with excitement because I'm running a FREE Masterclass: Confident Brand Shoot Formula next week. Are you camera shy? Do you feel awkward in front of the camera? That was me too. Until I figured out a simple system to show up more confidently online for...

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How to prepare for your branding mini session

Congraulations on booking your branding mini session with me. I'm excited to capture stunning photos that will elevate your online presence. To ensure you get the most out of your 20 minute session, I've put together this guide to help you prepare. 1. Know Your...

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Wedding

Cornwell Manor, Cotswolds Wedding Inspiration

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Cotswolds, Cornwell Manor stands as a testament to timeless elegance and charm. With its Georgian fronted façade and lush, manicured gardens, this stately manor provides the perfect backdrop for a sophisticated and dreamy...

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Tips & Tricks

How to plan the timeline of your wedding day

ESSEX WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Planning the timeline of your wedding day is one of the most important aspects of wedding planning. A well-planned timeline will help ensure that your day runs smoothly and that you don't miss out on any of the important moments. Here are...

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Branding

Brand Photos Wedding Singer

I recently had the pleasure of capturing the brand photos for a hugely talented wedding singer, Bear's Weddings. In this blog post I'm thrilled to share the highlights of the shoot. Setting the Stage: Understanding the unique style and personality of my clients is...

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Prested Hall Wedding Photography

NICK & GRACE'S WINTER WEDDING The week before Christmas Nick and Grace celebrated their love story at a Prested Hall wedding in a Christmas-theme that was nothing short of magical. Their journey to this day was marked by resilience and a deep connection that...

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Brand photographer capturing That Healing Feeling

A BRAND PHOTOSHOOT WITH RETURNING CLIENT 'THAT HEALING FEELING' As a brand photographer, returning clients are the most powerful endorsement I can receive, more powerful than any written or spoken review for me. It shows that my clients trust me and can rely on me...

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Rebecca-Louise Home Lifestyle Shoot

When Rebecca-Louise was starting her wildly successful home Instagram account I took some interior photos of her beautiful home. This blog post features some images from the shoot and also includes some tips for getting the best from your own interior photos. If...

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Wedding

The Compasses at Pattiswick Wedding

ESSEX WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Billy & Eloise Wedding at The Compasses at Pattiswick Billy and Eloise's wedding at The Compasses at Pattiswick was a day filled with joy. They met 7 years ago and Billy proposed at Enlightened light show at Hylands Park on the 3rd...

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The Barn Brasserie Wedding Photography

Peter & Paul (The Barn Wedding) Peter and Paul have been together for 20 years and wanted their wedding to be a real celebration with their friends and family. This is why they chose The Barn Brasserie for their wedding. The day started at Milsoms country house...

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Travel

St Paul’s Golden Gallery

TRAVEL TIPS St Paul's Cathedral Golden Gallery London, UK St Paul's Cathedral is one of my favourite buildings in London and is probably on of the most iconic landmarks in London. If you're looking for a challenge and a unique way to see London, I highly...

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Here’s how to download your gallery

ESSEX PHOTOGRAPHER So you had me do your photos, here's how to download your gallery Here are the steps on how to download your gallery from Pixieset: Go to your gallery via the email I have sent to you. This email has the link and password. Click on the Download...

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Tips & TricksWedding

Why have an engagement shoot?

ESSEX WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Why have an engagement shoot? An engagement shoot is a photo shoot that takes place before the wedding. It's a chance for the couple to get professional photos taken of them together, and can be a lot of fun. There are many reasons why...

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Benefits of brand photography

BRAND PHOTOGRAPHY In today's digital world, personal branding is more important than ever. With so many people vying for attention online, it's essential to have a strong personal brand that sets you apart from the competition. One of the best ways to create a...

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Travel

Walking The Dubrovnik Old Town Wall

TRAVEL TIPS Dubrovnik, Croatia The Walls of Dubrovnik are a series of defensive stone walls surrounding the city of Dubrovnik in southern Croatia. Ramparts were built in the outlying areas of the city, including the mountain slopes as part of a set of statues from...

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Why invest in a wedding album?

ESSEX WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. It's a day to celebrate your love with your family and friends, and to create memories that will last a lifetime. One of the best ways to preserve those memories is to invest...

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Tequila Rose Product Photography

PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY Engaging product photography is important for capturing your products being used. This type of photography can be a powerful tool for product-based businesses, as it can help to show potential customers your products being enjoyed in a...

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Travel

Paris, France: A Spring Extravaganza

TRAVEL TIPS Paris France Paris is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, and for good reason. It's a city with something for everyone: stunning architecture, world-class museums, delicious food, and a vibrant nightlife. We visited Paris in...

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Branding

Product Photography Broker’s Gin

Broker's Gin have launched their new-look bottles in Europe and I had the pleasure of doing a product photography shoot for the brand in my studio here in Essex. The bottles included both their traditional London gin and also their pink gin. The temptation to drink...

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Wedding

Wedding Photography Magazine Feature

Wedding Photography Magazine Feature I'm so proud of this wedding photography magazine feature over on County Wedding Magazines - 'Your Sussex Wedding' April/May edition. Rachael and Marc's beautiful June wedding was at The Grand Hotel & Royal Pavilion...

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Branding

Wedding Business Owner Brand Photos

Brand Photos for Katy & Co - Wedding Flowers by Katy Jacks Katy booked me for a brand photo shoot to capture her at work as a florist is the wedding industry. I joined her on the morning of a real wedding at Creeksea Place to take brand photos that showcased...

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Valentine’s Day Product Photography

PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY Valentine's Day is just around the corner so please get in touch to book in for a Valentine's Day Product Photography shoot. As with all my product photography, I work on a drop off and collect basis so all you have to do is have a consultation...

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Commercial Photography

Ginny's Cocktail Bar Ginny’s Cocktail Lounge, Maldon Essex, contacted me to produce some commerical photography for them. Ginny's is an independent cocktail bar located in the heart of Maldon.I had the absolute pleasure of photographing their Autumn Menu of the...

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Houchins Winter Wedding

ESSEX WINTER WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Lisa & Pete (Houchins Winter Wedding) When I met with Lisa and Pete back in February 2019 for their consultation meeting, little did we know then that we'd have to wait until November 2022 for their wedding! Their original date...

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Chelmsford Wedding Photography

Ellie & Andrew (Essex Record Office) Ellie and Andrew booked me to capture wedding photography of their Chelmsford wedding ceremony at Essex Record Office. This venue is the Storehouse of Essex history and this was their own mark in the history books. They got...

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E-commerce photography for New Hall Wine Estate

WINE BOTTLE E-COMMERCE PHOTOGRAPHY New Hall Wine Estate have launched their new range and new look branding! They reached out to me to capture e-commerce photography and also lifestyle shots of the new wine bottles. The first gallery compeleted provided images that...

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Wedding

Leez priory wedding photography

ESSEX WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Luke & Samantha Leez Priory Wedding Venue Luke and Samantha's wedding was held at the beautiful Leez Priory, a Tudor manor house nestled in the glorious Essex countryside. The day began with bridal preparations in the bridal...

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