I'm happy to travel across the border for the right shoot, and Dublin is a city I'd love to photograph more families and couples in. Where to shoot in Dublin Phoenix Park gives you space and greenery without feeling crowded, St Stephen's Green works well for a shorter city based session, and the Docklands area is great if you want a more modern, urban feel to your photos. Travel and booking For trips to Dublin and further into the Republic of Ireland, travel is worked out bas

A few small things sorted in advance make the whole day run smoother for everyone, including me. Here's what to tick off. Book your date and pay the £50 deposit to secure it. Confirm your venue address and rough timings, so I know when and where to be. Let me know if your venue is outside Belfast so we can sort travel in advance. Think about whether you'd like an engagement session beforehand, it's a nice way to ease into being photographed together. Make a short list of any

This is one of the first questions couples ask me, and the honest answer depends on what your day actually looks like. Here's how to think about it. Half day, 4 hours This usually covers the ceremony through to the key parts of the celebration afterwards, speeches, first dance, that sort of thing. It suits smaller or shorter weddings well, or couples who don't need the morning getting-ready photos. Full day, 12 hours This covers the whole thing, from morning preparations righ

An engagement session is a great way to get comfortable in front of the camera together before the big day itself. A little planning helps you make the most of it. Outfits Bring two options if you can, something a bit more dressed up and something more relaxed. Stick to what feels like you rather than what you think looks good in photos, comfort shows. Location Pick somewhere that means something to you, where you had your first date, got engaged, or just somewhere you love s

A bit of preparation before your business photoshoot makes a real difference to how much we can get done, and how the final photos turn out. Here's what helps. Declutter, then declutter again Clear away anything that isn't part of the shot, stray cables, packaging, half finished cups of tea. It's easy to stop noticing this stuff when you're in the space every day, but it shows up clearly in photos. Think about lighting Natural light is usually the most flattering option, so i

If you're running a small business, chances are your website and social media are doing a lot of the selling for you before a customer ever speaks to you. Here's why the photos you use for that matter more than you'd think. First impressions happen fast People scroll quickly, and a blurry phone photo taken under fluorescent lighting doesn't give them long to decide you're worth stopping for. Sharp, well lit photos make a business look established and trustworthy, even if you'

You've had the shoot, the gallery's arrived, and now you've got a folder of gorgeous photos sitting on your phone. Here's how to actually make the most of them. Print at least a few It sounds obvious, but most family photos these days never leave a phone or laptop. Pick your 3 to 5 favourites and get them printed. Even a simple frame on a shelf makes a real difference. Turn them into a gift A photo book works well for grandparents. It's something they'll actually look through

A relaxed family photoshoot with kids is genuinely possible, and a bit of prep goes a long way. Here's what actually helps. Before the day Talk about it like something fun, not a chore. Kids pick up on stress, so keep it light. Let them help pick their own outfit (within reason). They'll feel more like themselves in photos they chose. Book around nap times, not through them. A well rested toddler makes everyone's life easier. Skip anything brand new on the day itself. New sho

One of the questions I get asked most is which package to book. Here's a quick, honest breakdown. Mini Family Session — 30 minutes, £100 Best if: you just want a quick refresh of your family photos, you've got a newborn or very young toddler with a short attention span, or it's your first time booking with me and want to try it out. Full Family Session — 1 hour, £150 Best if: you want a proper mix of posed portraits and candid, natural moments, you've got slightly older kids

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