Natural Family Portraits in the Ribble Valley
Last month I photographed the mavellous Molly Matcham and her family by the river at Dunsop Bridge in the Forest of Bowland.
With three generations, two dogs and the most glorious summer light, we created natural family portraits on film that feel joyful, relaxed and timeless.
Why Film Photography Matters More Than Ever in the Age of AI
AI can generate flawless family portraits in seconds, but are they real? In an age of filters and algorithms, film photography offers something different: honesty, imperfection and a tangible legacy your children will one day hold in their hands.
Relaxed Autumn Family Photos in Thornton Hough
Having captured their family portraits on film in Thornton Hough last year, I asked one of my clients to give an honest review of their experience.
This is what they said…
What Happens To Your Film After A Family Portrait Session
Ever wondered what happens to your film after an analogue family portrait session with me?
Each roll goes on quite an adventure - carefully stored, lovingly packaged and sent 5000 miles to my trusted pro Film Lab in California, before it comes back to me as beautiful photographs for your family archive.
I’m Launching A Podcast Today!
I’m a family photographer, not a podcaster - so launching Mum Means Business feels terrifying!
In this post, I share the behind-the-scenes story of how (and why) I took the leap to create a podcast for Mums in the messy middle of building businesses whilst raising their children. If you’ve ever faced imposter syndrome or wondered how others juggle it all, this one’s for you!
Why You Should Book Maternity Portraits With Your Older Child
Maternity photo shoots with older children? Isn’t that chaos?!
Nope. In fact it can be a relaxed and beautiful way to connect with your older child/children before baby arrives.
This beautiful portrait session at home with Mum and big brother-to-be demonstrates that you can bank gorgeous memories of your little one and your bump all in one frame…
In The End, Our Family Photographs Are Our Most Prized Possessions
When we lose a family member we inevitably reflect on the memories we have with that person and looking back through photos is a huge important part of that process.
This is a personal story about the quiet power of a printed photograph and why the photographs we invest in today become the legacy we leave tomorrow…
Romantic Couple Photography on Film
It blows my mind that these photographs were taken 12 years ago!
These two newly engaged love birds wanted to capture the moment they visited London together before embarking on the next chapter in their story back home in Jakarta.
They asked me to do a couple photography session with them and I’m so glad I did!
Family Photography on Thurstaston Beach
We generally have our little ones professional photographed when we first welcome them into the world at their tiniest and if we’re not careful the next professional photograph of them could be at their graduation!
This seaside family portrait session at Thurstaston beach on the Wirral is a reminder that every stage of childhood is worth celebrating with beautiful photographs…
The Photographer’s Struggle With Imposter Syndrome
15 whole years into my photography business I’ve got a mass of experience under my camera belt, all of which have led me to where I am today - offering families a relaxed and fun analogue portrait experience.
But there are some days when imposter syndrome still rears its ugly head. Sunday was one of those days!
Let me tell you about it…