Where Does Your Family’s Story Live?
When did you last go home and open one of your parent’s photo albums? When did you last see your childhood captured through their eyes? What did it mean to you to travel back in time and remember how it felt to be a kid?
In this article I explore the power of family albums to build connection and argue the ritual of creating physical albums to house our happiest memories still has a place in the digital age.
Summer Family Portraits at Ness Botanic Gardens
A beautiful family portrait shoot in Ness Botanic Gardens, captured on medium format film at the height of Summer. Two little girls explore the natural world around them with their parents never far from their side. This collection is full of happy moments which the whole family can now look back on with affection for years to come.
Why Natural Light and Film Photography Are The Perfect Partnership For Family Portraits
As an old school family photographer, I believe that natural light and film photography are a match made in heaven and the two together help me create family portraits that stand out from the crowd. Daylight softly bathes any surface it touches, so capture it correctly on photographic film and you have a rich, luminous image with that characteristically timeless grainy texture digital photographers often seek to emulate...
9 Steps to Choosing the Right Photographer for Your Family Portraits
We all know that family portraits are wonderful keepsakes that capture the essence of your family at a specific moment in time. That said, choosing the right photographer isn’t always easy! There are so many to choose from and picking the right one for you is crucial to ensure the end result is a collection of photographs you and your loved ones will treasure forever.
These 9 steps will help you make sure you're investing your time and money in the right family photographer for you...
Family Portraits Are Officially Good For Your Children
As parents it makes sense that we want to have beautiful photography documenting our own family story. We soon learn that our children are little for such a short time and naturally we want to remember every moment and bottle all the happy memories we know will bring us joy for years to come! But did you know that capturing and displaying family photographs is actually hugely beneficial for our children too?
Keen to know more? Let's dive in...!
8 Life Milestones That Deserve Professional Photographs
There is no perfect time to be photographed with those you love most in the world, but there are inevitably some big life moments which might prompt you to “capture the moment”! With this in mind, I’ve outlined eight milestones that are perfect occasions to celebrate with a professional photography session…
What To Wear On Your Family Photography Session
Planning multiple outfits for a family photo shoot can be daunting!
From coordinating colours to ensuring everyone looks their best, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Take a deep breath! I’m here to alleviate your worries and provide you with expert advice to help you and your family shine in your upcoming photographs…
Five Steps For Stress-Free Family Portrait Sessions
So you’re planning a family photo shoot and you’re excited! And just a little bit nervous at the same time, right? That’s OK. In fact it’s totally understandable.
In this comprehensive five step plan, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know to ensure a successful and enjoyable family experience. From managing routines and bedtimes to keeping your kids happy and engaged, this guide has got you covered…
Morocco Has My Heart
I remember shedding a tear on the flight home from Morocco back in 2018, as I digested the whirlwind tour I'd just experienced. For a short time I had felt completely detached from my own life and had instead been immersed in this incredible new culture. I had glimpsed this country rich in beautifully diverse landscapes and met a people who were evidently exceedingly happy living a life far simpler than mine. I was truly inspired. Come and see why…
The Story Behind the MBE
In April 2022 my family travelled down to Windsor Castle to cheer me on as I grappled with my imposter syndrome in my big hat, 15 weeks pregnant with my second baby and desperately trying to remember the detailed procedure of where to stand and when to talk ahead of my being presented with an MBE by HRH Princess Anne! Read on for the full story…