I really didn’t expect to be writing this post in mid-March.  As I write this the sun is shining and the birds are signing. After a very wet and grey winter here in the UK it finally feels like Spring is arriving.  But sadly, for a lot of people it looks like we will have to face another few months indoors as governments battle the deadly COVID-19.  Of course, if you or your loved ones are ill, the focus will be on getting healthy. But if you are healthy but are staying indoors to avoid catching or spreading the infection, the focus ..read more

Photography is a creative pursuit, so there are not hard and fast rules you need to follow. That being said, there are guidelines from the art and design world that can help us take photos that are more pleasing to look at. Just remember, they may be called rules, but it’s better to think of them as helpful tips, that you can follow when you need support, and break when you feel like being a rebel.    Rule of Thirds This is a basic composition rule that most beginners photographers learn. The rule of thirds is f ..read more

  Welcome to month 2 of The Mum Behind the Lens Project. Each month I will be interviewing a talented mum photographer about their photography journey, to inspire and encourage photographers who are just starting out. Last month, I interviewed Orsi Todori from Your Life – Your Style – Lifestyle.  This month, we have Rachel from Rachel Ezzo Portraits. Rachel is fine art photographer in Baton rouge, Louisiana. I love her light and airy style of photography, which is perfect for the maternity, newborn and family work she does.  I’ll l ..read more

Have you every wondered how to take your own newborn photos? Newborn photography has been popular for a few years now, so it’s no wonder so many parents see these beautiful, snuggly newborn photos and want to learn DIY newborn photography. Some photographers advice against taking your own newborn pictures, but I can understand why parents want to try, whether it’s to save money or express your creativity. I do think it’s possible to take your own newborn pictures, you just need to keep it simple and make sure safety is at the front ..read more

As a children’s photographer, I get asked a lot of questions such as how to get a child to look at the camera. So I’ve compiled a list of some of the most frequently asked questions, and I’ve also reached out to bloggers to find out their biggest problems when it comes to taking photos of their families.  Let’s dive in to the questions…   How Do You Take Non-Blurry Pictures of Toddlers Who Never Stop Moving?   This question comes from Victoria from The Growing Mum. Victoria, great question. Blurry images are oft ..read more

Lightroom presets seem to be everywhere at the moment. Lightroom is a great choice for new and experienced photographers. It doesn’t have such as steep learning curve as Photoshop, and it’s organising and batch editing tools are a great timesaver. And them there’s presets. Transform your images at the click of a button. Who wouldn’t want that? There’s no wonder I see so many new photographers asking for preset recommendations. But I’m going to be contrary here and say presets are not all they are cracked up to be. In fact, I think ..read more

Yeah, I know we’re already three weeks into the New Year, but this year I’m all about taking action, however imperfect. So even though it’s already week 3, there’s still time to join me for a Project 52. Each week in my Facebook group we’ll be sharing images around a time. A project 52 is a great way to stay motivated to shoot every week, learn new techniques and stay accountable. Plus, you’ll get to meet up with other photography fans and get plenty of advice and support in the group. You can also play along on Instagram by using our hashtag #mamacameraclub and adding a note to say what week ..read more

Choosing your first camera can be daunting. Cameras are not cheap so you it can be a costly mistake if you pick the wrong one. Plus, there is so much jargon to read through. ISO, Mexapixels, APS-C, NFC, EOS, FPS! What the hell does it all mean! Don’t worry though, choosing the best beginner camera for moms doesn’t need to be stressful. The truth is, you will be able to take great photos with any dSLR on the market. Some have bigger sensors, or better low light capabilities. Some modern cameras have WIFI or bluetooth. But at the ..read more