This post is all about my branding photo shoot with Annabel Jones, who is an online yoga teacher based in SE London. She’s been a yoga teacher for many years and trained in Vinyasa Flow Yoga at The Laughing Lotus in New York as well as at The British Wheel of Yoga. She co-founded Chaya Yoga Retreats, teaching yoga all over the world. After having children and going through some changes in her life Annabel is now helping expectant mothers with yoga as well as practising menopause yoga to prepare her clients and equip them with a toolkit for this next transition in their life. ABOUT THE ..read more

  This is a shoot I probably never forget as I Lacey was the first client I saw after my grandma died, just 3 days before and I couldn’t have asked for a nicer client. I was still quite raw, but also welcomed the distraction.    Lacey started her Instagram account Lace Bakes during the pandemic, getting into baking with sourdough not just out of necessity as all the bakeries were closed, but also out of interest. Soon her baking prowess got noticed by friends, neighbours and fellow SE Londondoners alike and she operated a mini bakery out of her kitchen, delivering her goods on ..read more

Let's be honest self-esteem and confidence are things we all battle with in our daily lives, I certainly do. This can hit you tenfold before and during your photo shoot. I'm afraid there's no magical cure for it, but there are a few things you can do to not get overwhelmed by self-doubt and overthinking. So in this post, I talk about what you can do to battle those nerves and negative thoughts. LEADING UP TO YOUR SHOOT When you notice the nerves creeping in, make an active decision to stop yourself from going down that rabbit hole and challenge unkind thoughts about yourself. Instead, say some ..read more

Props (short for property) are a big part of branding photography, which is why I think it’s time to talk a bit more about why you should use them as a helpful tool for your personal branding shoot.   When I mention props to my clients they sometimes reply by saying they want natural, relaxed photos nothing staged, but that’s exactly why I always encourage people to use props in the first place.    Here are a few reasons why: 1. Props, if chosen right, will make the photos look more natural and in the moment. The main focus isn’t always on the object, but more on your inte ..read more

I’m really excited to share this gorgeous brand photo shoot in Clapham with you. I’m massively behind on my blogging, but it has given me the chance to go through my older shoots and fall in love with the photos all over again. I photographed Dr Becky Ashton back in April in a styled home she booked especially for the occasion. Becky is a Clinical Psychologist & CFT Therapist who has been working for the NHS for many years. She’s trained to work with people experiencing a variety of issues, but her passion is working with people who are experiencing anxiety, burnout, low mood, health issu ..read more

In today's digital age, branding is more important than ever. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a small business owner, or a social media influencer, establishing a strong brand identity is key to standing out in a crowded marketplace. And when it comes to building a successful brand, there's a powerful tool that you don't want to overlook: video. Now, I know what you might be thinking. Isn't a branding photoshoot all about capturing those perfect still images that represent your brand? Well, yes, but incorporating video into your branding photo shoot can take your visual storytelling to a whole ..read more

“I have to say I am blown away by the photos and thank you for doing such a great job! “ My first shoot of 2023 was with Gillian McMichael, a passionate and dedicated wellness coach who has been coaching over 10.000 clients to live healthier and happier lives for over a decade. Her approach to wellness is holistic, emphasising the mind-body connection and the importance of self-care. She works with clients to create personalised plans that address their unique needs and goals, incorporating nutrition, exercise, mindfulness, and stress-management techniques. After our initial discussions where ..read more

Luke got in touch and booked a half-day branding shoot with me as he was in the midst of preparations to launch his new business and website as a coach and mentor for individuals with ADHD or other neuro-diverse conditions. He was diagnosed with ADHD almost 30 years ago in Australia where he grew up. Since his diagnosis he’s had a successful career and business in the hospitality industry as a house manager and personal chef. After having been coached himself he wanted to make a change and help others like him in a way he wished for himself all those years ago. Luke focuses on helping adults ..read more

I hope everyone had a lovely start into the new year. Now that we’re already in February I thought it’s finally time to stop procrastinating and finish my 2021 roundup post.     2021, like the previous year was a bit of a rollercoaster, trying to navigate through the new normal that the pandemic brought along. I did find it a bit easier as it wasn’t as unprecedented and uncertain as 2019+1. We’ve learnt more about Covid and have already gone through a lot, so 2021 definitely felt more hopeful, even though it didn’t start out that way. My year began with getting stuck in Germany ..read more

At the end of the summer I met up with Winnie for a personal branding shoot. Winnie is a sleep, weaning and parenting coach and just launched her brand new website this week. She provides support and guidance to help parents set up for success right from the start, helping them when phases go out of hand, gives insights and information that they need to feel secured, confident and reassured in their path into parenthood and caring their your baby - from newborn to childhood. THE PHOTO SHOOT Our shoot was a first for me as well, which doesn’t happen that often anymore after 7 years in business ..read more