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How to create a LinkedIn headshot that connects

Featured blogs, Personal branding guides

When it comes to connecting on LinkedIn your headshot is an essential part of your toolkit. I’m sure you’ve reached out on LinkedIn to connect with someone you’ve met at a conference or networking event. But remember, it’s not just you using the platform – others are viewing your profile to learn more about you! So what does your headshot…

What’s your family photography legacy?

Family photography guides, Featured blogs

At the weekend my wife Gaynor and her brother visited their mum in her care home in North Wales. Apart from a few phone calls during the Coronavirus lockdown and attempts with Facetime, this was the first face to face visit for nearly four months. The care home limited access to two family members and all visits had to take place outside. They…

A large family group photo taken in the 1970's

Ten steps to create a more consistent personal brand identity

Featured blogs, Personal branding guides

As business owners we need to communicate clearly what we do, why we do it and who we want to connect with. If we’re not clear and consistent with our marketing messages, our target audience won’t connect with us. They’ll miss what we’re saying, the service we offer and the problems we can solve for them. To get started…

Ten tips to help you take natural family photos

Family photography guides, Featured blogs

If you want to start taking natural family photos, here are ten quick tips to get you started. Developing your photography skills is a bit like learning to draw or play a musical instrument. We can all draw a picture or play a few keys on the piano, but if you want to elevate your skill to the next level,…

Lockdown, a personal project

Featured blogs, Personal Projects

Our movements have been severely restricted over recent weeks and life has taken on a very different pace. Everyone’s personal circumstances are different. For some there’s been personal loss and time away from loved ones. For others long working hours to maintain essential services and worries about financial security. But there’s also been an opportunity to slow down, create, connect and…

Five reasons why you should align your personal branding photos with your brand identity

Featured blogs, Personal branding guides

There’s never been a more important time to have a clearly defined personal brand. As we adapt to new ways of living with Covid 19, we can expect businesses and consumers to be even more cautious before they part with their hard-earned cash. Standing out from the crowd with a unique offer and communicating what you do, consistently and…

Confident business woman in bright blue dress

How will Covid 19 affect my photo session?

Featured blogs, News

Updated 7th July 2020 Following the most recent UK government update, this post contains the latest guidance for my photo sessions in 2020. I’ll keep this page updated as the advice develops over the coming weeks and months, so please keep checking for updates or give me a call if you have a question. The new guidance in…

Brother and sister enjoying wide open spaces at the Westbury White Horse

Covid 19 – a personal note

Community projects, Featured blogs

It’s times like this when you really value your friends, family and your community. We’ll all face different challenges over the coming weeks and months. But we’ll also see incredible acts of kindness and generosity and our communities will be stronger when this is all over. As we learn to live with tighter restrictions and social distancing, we’re finding new…

5 steps to create personal branding photos that connect

Personal branding guides

Welcome to my latest blog in the personal branding photography series. Here are 5 simple steps to help you create engaging personal branding photos that connect with your ideal client. Step 1 – What’s your story? If you want to tell your story and connect with personal branding photography you need to know what that story is. What makes you…

Personal branding photo of Bath based independent bakery

Win a personal branding photo session worth £350 this January

Personal branding photography offers

Are you ready to kick start your 2020 with some amazing personal branding photos? Entries close midnight 20th January 2020. Learn more about the offer and how to enter here!

Business headshot photography and personal branding photography. What’s the difference?

Featured blogs, Personal branding guides

Before investing in your headshot or branding photography, learn about the differences and find out which one’s right for your business? People buy from people In our digitally connected world it’s more important than ever to create a great first impression. Taking control of your personal brand is essential if you want to communicate a consistent message that connects…

Five great locations for family photo sessions

Family photography guides, Featured blogs

Looking for inspiration? Here are five great location ideas for family photo sessions. So you’re thinking about a family photo session but you need a little inspiration! Location photo sessions are so flexible. With lots of options and space for children to move around, they’re perfect for young families. Here are five great location ideas to whet your appetite. 1.…

Mother and son taking in teh view from the Westbury White Horse

Getting the most out of your family photography session

Family photography guides

Would you like a few tips to help you plan your family photography session? If you like the idea of a family photography session, but you’re not sure how to go about it then keep reading. I’ll share a few ideas to help you get started. Who’s this for? This guide is perfect for busy families with young children who…

Special occasion family photography - grandmother and granddaughter smiling and cuddling at family celebration

New dates released for summer holiday mini photo sessions

Family photography offers

Summer is here and it’s time for mini sessions! Mini sessions are great fun. They’re also the perfect way to try out a family photo session if you’ve not had one before. If you’re worried about having your photo taken or how you’ll look – please don’t be. I’ll share lots of tips beforehand to help you get the most out…

Family photography - dad playing with young boys on hot summer day at Westonbirt Arboretum

Community photo session in Bath with the Try Games 2019

Community projects, Corporate event photo session

The Try Games, held at the Odd Down Sports Ground in Bath this June proved to be a huge success again. Created as an inclusive day of sporting activities for all abilities, the organisers transformed the sports ground into a sporting arena where athletes, coaches and adaptive sport experts shared their knowledge and skills without barriers. It was great to…

Volunteer having fun with one of the children at the Try Games 2019