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Real life photo shoots, hints and tips and my passion for all things photography…

Keeping it local – ideas and inspiration for Cambridge families

Keeping it local – ideas and inspiration for Cambridge families

   Photographer in Cambridge Are you a Cambridge-based family?  Maybe, like me, you're often on the look out for interesting places to visit, new things to do, or great new eateries that all the family can enjoy?  Perhaps you're thinking ahead to February...

My top tips for taking better family photos this Christmas

My top tips for taking better family photos this Christmas

It’s that time of year! We’re all making our final preparations and getting together with friends and family to celebrate. There are so many precious and magical moments during these few weeks that you’ll probably want to get the camera out. But how can you make sure you ‘capture the moment’ and get a great shot?

Why do family photographers edit their photos?

Why do family photographers edit their photos?

   Family photographer Cambridge When your family photographer talks about 'editing' your photographs, what does this actually mean?  The reality is perhaps quite different from your expectation.  Using Photoshop to 'alter' an image, conjures thoughts of...

Capturing my own family moments during October half term

Capturing my own family moments during October half term

Family photographer Cambridge I'm a family photographer based near Cambridge UK.  Photographing families and children throughout the beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside is what I do all the time.  This October half term, I took some time off work, and decided to...

Why you should photograph the ‘milestone’ times in their lives

Why you should photograph the ‘milestone’ times in their lives

Family Photography in Cambridge I first photographed Victoria and Ed's family in 2015 when their son was only a year old.  This year, they asked me to host a very special photo shoot.  Their son was starting school and they were saying goodbye to their much-loved...

Here’s why you should include your pets in your family portraits

Here’s why you should include your pets in your family portraits

Getting your pets in the portrait If you're anything like me, your pet is 100% part of your family.  They are always there with you, and you have an unconditional bond.  I have an old labradoodle called Digby whom I rely on totally.  He's always there for me, and I...

Five quick tips for taking better black and white photographs

Five quick tips for taking better black and white photographs

     WHY DO WE ALL LOVE BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY? Working as a family photographer in Cambridge, I am known for my colourful and vibrant family and children's portraits.  But, I absolutely love a good black and white portrait.  There's something...

Family photo shoot in the Cambridge countryside

Family photo shoot in the Cambridge countryside

  Family photo shoot, Cambridge Capturing a special moment in time for a family is such an honour!  It's wonderful to know my photos will be treasured and passed down through families to remember childhoods and happy times together.  I've been meaning to share...

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