5 Reasons Women Postpone Booking Their Boudoir Shoot Have you ever thought about booking a boudoir shoot and then decided not to at the last minute? Or maybe you’ve actually found a boudoir photographer whose work you love, have contacted them to tentatively agree a date, and then not taken it further? Well, if you …
Look Good Feel Better – An Inspiring Video
The Power of Makeup If ever there was an argument for the power of makeup as a force for good, then this is it. I’ve written before about why I think it’s wrong to view the use of makeup as frivolous or vain, and that message comes across loud and clear here. The latest video …
6 Reasons Women Hate Seeing Themselves in Photos
6 Reasons Women Hate Seeing Themselves in Photos It’s no secret that most women cringe at the thought of appearing in front of the camera and often hate seeing themselves in photos. I can almost see you nodding your heads in agreement! And they also remain absolutely convinced that they never look good in photos, …
Boudoir Photography – 7 Myths
Boudoir Photography – 7 Myths Boudoir photography has been around now for a number of years, but a lot of people are still not quite sure what it is or why women choose to book a boudoir shoot. In addition, it’s fair to say that even those women who would like to book will often …
How to Look Fabulous in Photos – My Free Guide!
How to Look Fabulous in Photos 7 Tips on How to Be Camera Confident So, here it is, my free guide to how to look fabulous in photos! Over the past 20 years that I’ve been a professional photographer, I’ve discovered so many things about portraiture. The most important thing I’ve learned though is that …
Can One be a Feminist and Enjoy Feeling Feminine?
Can One be a Feminist and Enjoy Feeling Feminine? How My Work Fits With Being a Feminist How does my work photographing women sit with being a feminist? Some might say that encouraging women to have their hair and makeup done and get their photograph taken panders to an outdated notion that requires us to look or dress a …
Happy Mother’s Day
Happy Mother’s Day Wishing all mums a Happy Mother’s Day this Sunday! What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day (or, indeed, any other special day) than by booking a mother and daughter photo shoot? This mum and her daughter actually had their session on mum’s birthday and so it was an extra special treat. A …
Guest Speaker at the Guildford Spike WI
Guest Speaker at the Guildford Spike WI Talking About My Photographic Journey At the beginning of February I had the pleasure of being invited to speak at the Guildford Spike WI. They are a wonderful group of women who gave me such a warm welcome. There was a great turnout on the evening, and any …
Happy International Women’s Day!
Happy International Women’s Day! Wherever you are, here’s wishing you a happy International Women’s Day, and here’s to all the campaigning for women’s rights around the world. As someone who worked in the City during the 80’s and 90’s, I know there’s a long way to go. Having read this article in the Guardian about sexist …
Photography 1-1 Lesson Surrey – Hannah Berry Flowers
Photography 1-1 Lesson Surrey – Hannah Berry Flowers Yesterday morning was spent in the company of the delightful floral designer, Hannah Berry. Hannah creates beautiful floral arrangements for weddings and events in and around Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire: she’s also a highly talented photographer. Hannah had asked her partner for a photography 1-1 lesson as …