What People Notice First in a Professional Headshot
People make decisions about a professional headshot very quickly. Not in a cold, calculated way. They’re not sitting there analysing...
9 Things to Tell Your Photographer Before an Event
Event photography works best when your photographer knows what matters before they arrive. That doesn’t mean you need to hand...
Five Things That Shape the Way I Photograph People
I’ve been taking photographs for a long time, but photography isn’t the only thing that shapes the way I work....
What to Wear for a Photoshoot If You Have a Larger Bust
If you have a larger bust, choosing what to wear for a photoshoot can feel more complicated than it should....
What Makes a Photograph Useful for Public Relations?
A good photograph isn’t automatically a useful PR photograph. You can make something beautifully lit, perfectly composed and technically flawless,...
7 Signs Your Business Photography Needs Updating
Business photography has a shelf life. That doesn’t mean you need new photos every six months. But if your website,...
The Surrey Hills Portrait: Why I’m Photographing the People Behind This Place
The Surrey Hills are photographed constantly. Rolling countryside. Misty mornings. Woodland. Vineyards. Beautiful villages. Views from the top of Box...
Why Your Headshot Needs to Work at the Size of a Postage Stamp
Your headshot might look wonderful when it fills a laptop screen. The lighting is flattering. Your expression feels natural. There’s...
Should Directors and Employees Be Photographed Differently?
You can usually spot the managing director’s headshot before anyone tells you who they are. They’ve been given the best...
10 Ways to Look Better in Photos Without Knowing How to Pose
Most people I photograph tell me some version of the same thing. “I’m terrible in photos.” Usually, they’re not. They’re...