KIMS BLOG
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Flattering photos: Part 2
Tricks of the trade for flattering photos: If you’ve read my last blog post on how to achieve more flattering photos, you should already be looking and feeling much better in front of the camera. Lots of my clients find it difficult to look natural in front of the...
Flattering photos: part 1
Tricks of the trade for flattering photos: Show me a person who doesn’t prefer flattering photos of themselves and I’ll show you a… well I won’t show you anything, because I don’t believe such a person exists! We all have photos of ourselves that we hate, and...
Rainy day wedding photos
Don’t let bad weather ruin your wedding photos...but how? Drip, drip, drop, little April showers… Oh so pretty and a lovely subject for a Disney song, but April showers aren’t so welcome when dark clouds threaten to ruin your wedding photos. Though I’m sure...
Tell a story with photos
How to tell a story with photos Stories don’t always need words—sometimes it’s more powerful to tell a story with photos. And, since today is World Storytelling Day, read on for some fail-safe ideas to work narrative into your photos! The best stories have...
Spring photo shoot – where?
Best places in London for a spring photo shoot With the official first day of spring falling in March, it’s time to shake off the frosts of winter and organise your spring photo shoot! Nothing gladdens the heart quite like feeling the long-forgotten warmth of sun on...
Professional secrets to get better photos of your pet
The 20th of February is National Love Your Pet Day, so show the world how much you do by using my professional tips to take better photos of your pet. Attention please! Food is usually king when it comes to getting your pet’s attention. Even small furries like...
How get the best out of your marketing photography
Marketing photography. Whether you are offering goods or services, people will almost certainly turn to an internet search to find what you’re offering – which makes it extra important that your business marketing photography stands out from the crowd. Stock...
Winter Wedding 2020/2021
Are you planning a winter wedding? With Christmas and New Year being the most popular times of the year for popping the question, I’m guessing that quite a few of you are newly engaged. If so, huge congratulations! The average period between engagement and wedding...
Proposal Photos
Everyone remembers a really romantic “Will you marry me?”, but how often do you see the proposal photos? With Valentines Day fast approaching, why not get someone in on the secret to record that special moment – or go the whole hog and hire a professional to...
Digital storage – need to know
How do YOU store your photos? It might not be the sexiest of topics, but it’s one you can’t afford to ignore – digital storage. Admit it. You’ve got hundreds, thousands, possibly even hundreds of thousands of photographs stored across several different devices. You...
New-born photoshoots without tears
New-born photoshoots without tears On many expectant parents’ to-do list is a new-born photoshoot to capture those first few precious days of life. If you’re expecting this year, you probably already have a few photos in your album—scan photos, snaps of your growing...
Halloween Photography – Spooktacular Ideas
The end of October means crisp autumn days, fallen leaves and… a social media feed full of spooky Halloween photography. This year, why not make your snaps stand out with these simple tips that everyone can use. Try something a little different: If you want your...
Why your event needs a professional event photographer
“OMG, I look terrible in that photo!” Now that’s the kind of comment you definitely don’t want on your social media feed.
Making Memories with Back-to-School Photographs
It’s nearly time for that September classic, the Back-to-School Photograph. After a long, hot summer, it won’t be long before social media feeds are full of cute pictures of children in brand-new, oversized school uniforms, beaming proudly or wearing a shy smile. ...
What should you wear on a summer photoshoot?
In the summertime when the weather is hot… it’s time for a summer photoshoot. School’s out, the kids are excited about their long break - it’s a great time to get outside and soak up some vitamin D. Assuming the weather doesn’t change too much over the coming weeks,...
Perfect Timing for Your Engagement Session
Engagement shoots have become hugely popular over the last few years, no doubt boosted by the royal wedding effect. Most recently, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s beautifully romantic photos gave us a perfect example of how an engagement shoot can help build a...
Personalising your engagement session
Having a special theme for an engagement session can be a really lovely idea. You don't have to use it throughout the whole session: you can still have romantic or formal shoots too. Mixing the ‘fun’ theme with a few loved-up portraits makes a really beautiful set of...
Choosing the Right Wedding Photographer
Choosing the Right Photographer for Your Wedding So how do you choose the right wedding photographer? After all there are a lot of us around, and we seem to offer a similar, yet not identical, service. And prices? So what questions should you ask to find the right...
Children at Weddings – How To Keep Them Happy
Children At Weddings : For most children, especially teenagers, weddings actually turn out to be very boring – they get tired, crotchety and downright grumpy. Now whether you care about the kids or not, think about their parents too. Now Option A is to have a ‘no...
Childrens Photography Course
Over the last year, I have been running a Childrens Photography Course in London. I love sharing my knowledge with young aspiring photographers. I believe in the importance of passing on knowledge and teaching the next generation. This weekend I had two new students....
