Johanna King Photography Blog
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HI! I'm Johanna King, a Dublin, Ireland, based documentary newborn & family photographer. I also travel nationwide. Using a documentary approach to photography, I provide you with a safe space where you can relax, be yourself, and forget about the camera.
Johanna King Photography Blog
10h ago
A couple of weeks ago, I recorded and shared 10 short videos for parents to take better (more meaningful) photos of their children and family AND getting them printed. As a documentary family photographer (and a mother of two), if I am not photographing families myself, I’m working on helping parents take these photographs themselves ..read more
Johanna King Photography Blog
6d ago
There is nothing like the experience of trying to buy “all the things” when you’re in your third trimester. The birth is getting closer, we start feeling a sense of urgency (or panic), but don’t want to get stuff that will gather dust in the corner of the room. To me, it felt like I ..read more
Johanna King Photography Blog
2w ago
Today I wanted to look back and showcase some special family photos and portraits that won awards in 2023. As a documentary family photographer, winning awards isn't just about getting recognition (which is also welcome), it's about showing the world the magic of everyday life through my lens ..read more
Johanna King Photography Blog
3w ago
As a documentary family photographer who has grown into the online education space, I want to share my journey of switching from Podia, Zapier and MailerLite to Systeme.io. Whether you’re just starting your online business or looking to improve your existing systems, I think you’ll find my experience helpful. (Quick heads up – the links ..read more
Johanna King Photography Blog
1M ago
Ten years ago, I ordered a new 1TB hard drive online, thinking I had just solved all my photo storage problems. My daughter had just been born, and I was determined to create beautiful photo albums of her childhood, just like the ones my parents made for me. How naive I was. What followed was ..read more
Johanna King Photography Blog
1M ago
In the last two years, our local library’s baby & toddler groups became one of our favourite outings. It is short and sweet (45 minutes) and just the right length for my toddler’s attention span, and ideally timed before his nap. Plus, it’s a great way to meet other parents while giving him a chance ..read more
Johanna King Photography Blog
1M ago
I have been making sourdough bread for five years. FIVE YEARS! Like many others, I started in 2020, during the first lockdown and I never stopped. Don’t worry, I won’t make you scroll through a long blog post before sharing the process and recipe I use. I’m not a food blogger, just a photographer and ..read more
Johanna King Photography Blog
1M ago
When was the last time you printed a photo book for your family? Or even just a few small prints to flip through together? If you had to think about it, you’re not alone. Our digital cameras (whether it’s our phones or high-end DSLRs) have made it easier than ever to document family life. Every ..read more
Johanna King Photography Blog
2M ago
Travelling with a pre-teen and a toddler is no small feat. As a parent of both, I’ve found that while ‘family-friendly’ accommodations are relatively easy to come by, finding a hotel (or self-catering home) that’s truly toddler-friendly feels like searching for a unicorn. Between the energy of a toddler who loves to explore (or destroy ..read more
Johanna King Photography Blog
2M ago
Feeling overwhelmed by all the camera options out there? You’re not alone. While I can’t hand you a definitive "this is the camera for you" answer, I can help you figure out what really matters to you, so you can make the best choice, or even realise that the camera you already have might be just fine ..read more