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Camera shy Brighton Sussex Portrait Photographer

Camera shy? Advice from a professional portrait photographer

July 25, 2021

We have it all: education, talent, vision, credentials ... yet we’re paralysed! We are not stopped by something on the outside but something on the inside. But what if I tell you…. no more silencing your gift, talent, passion and vision!
It’s time to use your voice.It’s time to lean in. It’s time to be more VISIBLE.

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In Branding, Authentic portraits, Brighton Photographer, Female Photographer, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Journey, Personal story, Visibility tips, Visibility coaching, Women photographer, Camera shy Tags Brighton portrait photographer, Hove portrait photographer, Sussex portrait photographer, Female Portrait Photographer, Camera shy, Camera shy tips, Headshots Brighton, Brighton Hove photographer, Female portrait photographer, Brighton and Hove, Website headshots, New headshots, Professional photographer, Sussex freelancer, freelancer photographer, Visibility tips, Camera shy advice, Professional Photographer, Woman photographer
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Relaxed soulful professional branding portrait and headshot photographer Brighton Hove Sussex UK

Professional outdoor brand portrait photo session with Psychotherapeutic Holistic Coach for Women in UK Sussex Brighton and Hove

July 14, 2021

Do you know the one thing that most of my beautiful clients have in common?

It’s something most heart-centred women can relate to, including myself….we have found our PURPOSE!

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In Authentic portraits, Brand Portrait Photograph, Branding, Branding Photography, Brighton beach, Brighton Photographer, Female Photographer, Lifestyle Photographer, Lifestyle Photosession, Lifestyle photoshoot, Soulful portrait images, Sussex photographer, Women photographer Tags Camera shy, Outdoor headshots, Outdoor portraits, Female photographer, Outdoor portrait photosession, Brighton portrait photographer, Photography studio, Photography studio Hove, Photography studio Brighton, Holistic coach, Personal brand photographer in Brighton, Photography for website, Outdoor Photoshoot, Commercial portrait, Photographer for women, Relaxed headshots, Authentic portraits, Soulful portraits, Soulful headshots
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Relaxed soulful professional branding portrait and headshot photographer Brighton Hove Sussex UK

Capturing facial microexpressions is my secret to create expressive portrait brand photos - UK Sussex female photographer

June 21, 2021

Did you know, 90% of what is communicated is not spoken! It is in the microexpressions, it’s in the body language, it’s in the silence, it’s in the energy between us, it’s in your vibration.

These tiny almost-imperceptible facial expression offer us the best window into our emotions, feelings and inner world.

I often manage my clients microexpressions on our portrait photoshoots without them even knowing. It makes them more confident and makes the shoot more enjoyable. Learn how:

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In Authentic portraits, Brand Portrait Photograph, Branding, Brighton girl, Commercial Photography, Female Photographer, Headshots, Lifestyle Photographer, London Portraits Tags Sussex female photographer, Brighton headshots, Hove Headshots, Sussex Headshots photographer, Portrait Photographer, Microexpressions photography, Expressive portraits, Actor headshots, Actor headshot Brighton Hove, Professional Portrait Photographer, Commercial headshot photographer, Facial microexpressions, Female photograpehr, Home studio portraits, Studio brand portraits, Personal Branding Photographer, UK London Brighton Hove Photographer
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7 steps to capture soulful portraits with a spiritual female photographer based in UK Sussex Brighton

June 3, 2021

Some people call it personal brand and lifestyle headshots and portrait photography.

I call it soulful portraits capturing the essence of the person behind the brand, their story, their feelings, emotions and energy. Here are 7 steps I use to capture soulful portraits:

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In Authentic portraits, Branding, Soulful portrait images, Outdoor portrait, Outdoor photoshoot, Lifestyle photoshoot, Female Photographer Tags Outdoor Portraits, Outdoor branding, Branding, Soulful photographer, Soulful portraits, Spiritual photographer, Female Photographer, Brighton female photographer, Sussex portrait photographer, Brighton beach photoshoot, Soulful business, Relaxed portraits, Relaxed headshots, Soulful headshots, Freelance Photographer, Spiritual business, Sussex healer, Wellness business, Brighton therapist, Brighton and Hove beach, Brighton and Hove photographer, Portrait Photographer, Lifestyle Photography, Lifestyle portrait
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Stepping confidently in front of the camera with Brighton female portrait photographer

April 14, 2021

I have made it my mission to make people feel at ease during a shoot. I work to enhance and empower people, so that they can step into their own limelight and shine in their own unique way.

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In Branding, Authentic portraits, Brighton Photographer, Brighton business, Comercial Photography, Female Photographer, Outdoor Portrait Tags Camera shy, Women in business, Sussex women in business, Sussex Portrait Photographer, Brighton Female Photographer, Brighton Portrait Photographer, Brighton and Hove Photographer, Brand Portrait, Saltdean beach, Undercliff Saltdean beach, Commercial Photography, Portrait Photographer
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Top 3 Sussex best beach locations for your portrait brand photo session with female photographer

April 5, 2021

Are you thinking to have your picture taken professionally for your website & social media?

But idea of facing the camera in a busy public place, like central Brighton or Hove, is terrifying?

I have a solution for you!

Here are my top 3 locations for your outdoor lifestyle or brand portrait photoshoot on the beach with me:

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In Branding, Visibility tips, Women photographer, Portrait Photographer, photography tips, London Portraits, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Branding, Brighton beach, Authentic portraits, Sussex photographer, Outdoor photoshoot Tags Sussex Portrait Photographer, Sussex photoshoot location, Brighton and Hove photographer, Female photographer, Professional headshots Sussex, Sussex best beaches, female photographer, Outdoor photo session, Photoshoot in nature, Photoshoot on the beach, Brighton and Hove beach, Brighton Pier, Perch on Lancing beach, Seven Sisters Cliffs, Cuckmere Haven Seaford photographer, Saltdean photographer, Whitecliffs Saltdean beach, Undercliff walk photoshoot
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Outdoor Lifestyle Brand Portrait Photosession with blogger and writer from Brighton, Sussex UK

February 15, 2021

Hester is a writer and actress, so we set out to capture some new headshots, as well as some lifestyle pictures for her website and blog.

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In Authentic portraits, Brighton Photographer, Female Photographer, Inspiring stories, Lifestyle Photosession, Personal Journey, Outdoor Portrait, Portrait Photographer, Women photographer, Hove photographer, Lifestyle photoshoot, Blogger, Sussex photographer, Professional Photographer, Branding, Soulful portrait images, Brighton beach, Brighton blogger, Brighton actor, Brighton girl, Relaxed photo session Tags Outdoor Photography, Outdoor branding, Personal Brand, Branding, Female photograpehr, Inspiring stories
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Brighton and Hove female professional branding portrait and headshot photographer and videographer based in Sussex UK often in London

How to plan your brand portrait photo session around your menstrual cycle

January 19, 2021

Did you know that your productivity level in your business and life might be influenced by natural rhythms such as: different stage of your menstrual cycle, moon cycle, seasonal changes… And there are many more but I think you get the point.

Your mood, emotions and also your productivity and creativity level might be impacted by all above, but specially by woman’s menstrual cycle.

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In Branding, Authentic portraits, Female Photographer, Inspiring stories, Outdoor Portrait, Personal story, photography tips, Professional Photographer, visibility Tags Personal Brand, Menstrual cycle, Menstrual phase, Woman cycle, natural rhythms, Female photographer, Photographer for women, Female videographer, Brighton and Hove, Brighton photographer, Sussex brand photographer, Portrait Photographer, Brighton Headshots, Women supporting women, Photoshoot prep, good time for photosession, Soulful photographer, Outdoor Portraits, Photosession tips, photography tips
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Top 7 tips to improve your dating profile picture by female portrait photographer

November 23, 2020

Here is the thing! Whether we like or not, first impressions really matter when it comes to visibility and online dating profile pictures. Here are my top 7 tips to improve your dating profile picture (by female portrait photographer).

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In Lifestyle Photosession, Outdoor Portrait, Portrait Photo session, Portrait Photographer, Authentic portraits, Brighton Photographer, Female Photographer Tags Online dating portfolio, Outdoor Photography, Portrait Photographer, Outdoor Portraits, Online dating, Online dating photographer, Online dating agency photography, Profile picture, female photographer, Brighton Headshots, Brighton photographer, Sussex Photographer, London Portrait Photographer, London photographer, camera shy, Natural relaxed portraits, Authentic portraits, Headshots, Dating profile picture, Improve your profile picture
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Personal Branding Portrait Photography for website social media in Sussex Brighton Hove

Growth mindset formula for business owners - How to pivot your business for more online visibility.

November 13, 2020

Your new super power is a growth mind-set!

Or at least it will be, once you’ve read this article.

Many of us are embracing the challenges of this year by finding new ways of succeeding and growing our business.

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In Branding Photography, Business Headshot, Commercial Photography, Female Photographer, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Branding, Portrait Photographer, Authentic portraits, Sussex business, Brighton business, Female photographer, Lifestyle Photosession Tags Outdoor Photography, Sussex Photographer, Sussex photographer, Personal Brand Photographer, Personal Branding Portrait, Brighton Headshots, Commercial Photographer, Brand website images, Brighton Online Therapist, Growth mindset, Online business owner, Brighton and Hove, Hove photographer, Portrait Photographer, Portrait
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My First Solo Art Exhibition in Brighton, Sussex UK
April 13, 2026
My First Solo Art Exhibition in Brighton, Sussex UK
April 13, 2026

I’m over the moon to share that I’m holding my first solo art exhibition in central Brighton, and it still feels surreal to say that. For this art exhibition, I have carefully selected some of my favourite large scale intuitive abstract pieces.

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April 13, 2026
Beginners friendly abstract painting workshops in Brighton Sussex UK
July 29, 2024
Beginners friendly abstract painting workshops in Brighton Sussex UK
July 29, 2024

An intuitive painting it’s all about letting-go of how you “should" be painting. It about being open to the unexpected, exploring, experimenting and expressing yourself in the most authentic way with colour, shapes and texture. If that sounds like your kind of thing then make space in your calendar and paint with me this autumn season in Brighton art studio.

I’m running my most popular (beginner friendly) one day large abstract painting workshops for adults in the professional Lawrence Art Studio in Brighton & Hove (only 1 hour from London).

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July 29, 2024
How the idea of "Paint with me"  Brighton art workshop was born
May 22, 2024
How the idea of "Paint with me" Brighton art workshop was born
May 22, 2024

I’ve been told that “to paint, you have to be an artist,” but I never went to an art school. Yet, I wanted to create, express myself, experiment on a large canvas. I don’t know why? It just called to me…

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May 22, 2024
Paint your own abstract painting workshop Brighton
April 8, 2024
Paint your own abstract painting workshop Brighton
April 8, 2024

Have you ever done something that’s so therapeutic, you just can’t stop?

That’s how l feel about painting intuitive large scale abstract artwork.

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April 8, 2024
Why this Brighton abstract painting class is for you
December 28, 2023
Why this Brighton abstract painting class is for you
December 28, 2023

I spent years browsing art shops, buying supplies but never using them. I spent years focusing on a corporate career, success, recognition and things that didn’t fill me with joy instead of making space for creativity. 

Now, I feel incredibly lucky. I’m hosting the most experimental Large Abstract painting workshop in Brighton to jumpstart your creative process!

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December 28, 2023
Brighton abstract painting workshop with Magdalena
November 1, 2023
Brighton abstract painting workshop with Magdalena
November 1, 2023

This isn’t typical painting class in Brighton! Paint your own Large Abstract Painting on canvas intuitively, expressively, free-flowing. At this beginners painting workshop you have a permission to express yourself, be free, spontaneous, brave and messy. 

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November 1, 2023
You are not too old to have a brand portrait photoshoot for your business
August 30, 2023
You are not too old to have a brand portrait photoshoot for your business
August 30, 2023

As a professional female portrait photographer, it’s time to address it:

You are not to old, too young or too late to start (or re-launch) a business, website, or have a professional photoshoot!

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August 30, 2023
Lifestyle branding portrait photography with Buckinghamshire glass artist
August 22, 2023
Lifestyle branding portrait photography with Buckinghamshire glass artist
August 22, 2023

As a creative entrepreneur, portrait photographer and abstract artist, based in Brighton (often in London), I always feel over the moon to photograph other artist and creatives. Before the shoot we talked about what pictures Susanne needed for her website and social media and we both agreed to focus on: story-telling brand images and glamorous, full of personality, portraits.

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August 22, 2023
Why you need more then traditional headshots on your website
July 31, 2023
Why you need more then traditional headshots on your website
July 31, 2023

Having a handful of professional quality business portrait images is a good start to launch a new business and website. It’s certainly better than using stock images.

However it will not make you stand out from the crowd.

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July 31, 2023
Outdoor brand portrait photo shoot with Yoga teacher in Sussex countryside
July 27, 2023
Outdoor brand portrait photo shoot with Yoga teacher in Sussex countryside
July 27, 2023

Most yoga teachers would chose the yoga studio or gym as a location for a professional portrait photoshoot but Mara wanted to do something different, unique and authentic.

She includes the connection with nature into her yoga practice so we hoped into my car and drove from Brighton to the Sussex countryside (Devils Dyke) for her outdoor brand portrait photo session.

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July 27, 2023
'Paint With Me' large abstract workshop in Brighton Lawrence Art Studio
July 18, 2023
'Paint With Me' large abstract workshop in Brighton Lawrence Art Studio
July 18, 2023

When I first started painting this abstract piece on large canvas it didn’t feel like a “magical effortless dance of colours and shapes across the canvas”.

Quite the opposite!

The painting felt hard. It felt flat. Something was missing, but I didn’t know what!?

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July 18, 2023
Business headshots vs Personal branding portrait photography
July 8, 2023
Business headshots vs Personal branding portrait photography
July 8, 2023

What’s the difference between headshots and brand photography? As a portrait photographer I’ve worked with numerous women in business from the Brighton and London area and most of them ask me the same question.

So I decided to write this blog because personal branding portrait photography is so much more than just traditional business headshots…

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July 8, 2023
How I captured this epic brand portrait images. Brighton and London photographer.
June 27, 2023
How I captured this epic brand portrait images. Brighton and London photographer.
June 27, 2023

What if I tell you… this epic personal brand portrait photoshoot in London only happened because my client fully trusted me as a photographer.

She never questioned me.

She didn’t give me a massive list of the things I needed to capture.

She just said to me: I want you to do your thing!

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June 27, 2023
Calling all artist and creative entrepreneurs. Don't just showcase your work!
June 20, 2023
Calling all artist and creative entrepreneurs. Don't just showcase your work!
June 20, 2023

Calling all artists and creative entrepreneurs….

Don’t just showcase your artwork!

We want to see you, the person behind the artwork, in the creative flow, doing what you love, creating magic.

No award poses!

Promise.

As a Brighton based photographer I have the pleasure to photograph soulful brand portraits and expressive headshots for creative business owners, female entrepreneurs and artist who are ready to be more visible online.

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June 20, 2023
Don't forget to smile! Brighton portrait photographer
May 30, 2023
Don't forget to smile! Brighton portrait photographer
May 30, 2023

As an empath, introvert and camera shy myself (yes, professional female photographers can be camera shy too!) I take time on the day of photoshoot so you can relax, take deep breaths and let go of any stress, worries and concerns.

I love capturing spontaneous smiles, sparkles in the eyes and big generous hearts when I photograph women who follow their passion.

And no, I don’t say funny jokes to makes you laugh.

Quite the opposite.

I simply create a safe and welcoming space on the day of your personal brand portriat photoshoot so you can just BE yourself.

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May 30, 2023
4 tips to help you find your perfect brand colours for your upcoming brand portrait photoshoot
April 23, 2023
4 tips to help you find your perfect brand colours for your upcoming brand portrait photoshoot
April 23, 2023

4 easy yet powerful tips to help you find your perfect brand colours for your upcoming brand portrait photoshoot by UK Sussex Brighton based female photographer

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April 23, 2023
3 different locations for your business headshots
April 11, 2023
3 different locations for your business headshots
April 11, 2023

Let’s talk about headshots!

Let’s talk about those engaging, full of personality, relaxed business headshots - perfect for your LinkIn profile or social media or website. Those kind of headshots are my speciality!

I’m Magdalena…

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April 11, 2023
Relaxed small business headshots by Brighton female photographer
March 16, 2023
Relaxed small business headshots by Brighton female photographer
March 16, 2023

I am on mission to inject more personality into business headshots, reflect the image the culture of your business and unique energy of your team members.

For that reason I am saying “NO” to boring, bland, unimaginative headshots.

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March 16, 2023
"The Art of Breath" fusion of breathwork and art journaling event in Brighton
March 8, 2023
"The Art of Breath" fusion of breathwork and art journaling event in Brighton
March 8, 2023

As you might already know, I have a passion for photographing empowered soulful women like you! But that isn’t my only passion…

I am multidimensional creative soul. I am a professional personal brand portrait photographer, story teller, videographer and abstract artist based in sunny Brighton. I am visual artist… and this is my co-creation: "The Art of Breath" a one-of-a-kind event fusing breathwork and art journaling in Brighton.

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March 8, 2023
How to choose a hero image that makes your website stand out
February 27, 2023
How to choose a hero image that makes your website stand out
February 27, 2023

Did you know that it takes only 0.05 seconds for a prospect to form an opinion about your website? And can you guess what is the first thing your potential clients see when land your website?

The hero banner image on your website has a very define purpose: convert! And here are my top tips how to select your hero image for your website:

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February 27, 2023
Level up your business with a luxurious brand portrait photoshoot in Brighton and London
January 26, 2023
Level up your business with a luxurious brand portrait photoshoot in Brighton and London
January 26, 2023

I am on a mission to help those women in business level up and scale up their businesses with powerful (scroll-stopping) brand portrait images and promo videos. And this how I do it:

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January 26, 2023
3 easy ways to incorporate your business brand colours during portrait photoshoot
January 14, 2023
3 easy ways to incorporate your business brand colours during portrait photoshoot
January 14, 2023

The trick is planning ahead. Yet, don’t be the person who does absolutely everything in their brand colour. As a Sussex based professional brand portrait photographer I have photographed hundreds of online female entrepreneurs from Brighton and London and learned what works best on the day of the photoshoot.

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January 14, 2023
8 location spots you don't want to miss on your portrait photoshoot in Brighton and Hove Sussex UK
January 2, 2023
8 location spots you don't want to miss on your portrait photoshoot in Brighton and Hove Sussex UK
January 2, 2023

When it comes to your next business portrait photoshoot, location is a key!

As a professional female photographer, Brighton is a photographers dream city for colourful, unique and vibrant personal brand portrait photoshoots, business headshots and lifestyle portraits.

For that reason Brighton attracts, not only creatives, but many established online female entrepreneurs and freelancers who travel far for a business portrait photoshoot with me.

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January 2, 2023
6 secrets of good LinkedIn business headshots by UK Brighton based portrait photographer
August 17, 2022
6 secrets of good LinkedIn business headshots by UK Brighton based portrait photographer
August 17, 2022

Your LinkedIn business headshot is your online business card to connect and engage with your audience and potential clients. Yet as a professional portrait photographer (based in Brighton) I have seen thousands of LinkedIn accounts with:

  1. blank profile picture (this makes you less real in the virtual world)

  2. selfies (this sends a message of not being professional and serious)

  3. blurred low quality portrait image

  4. headshot with very distracting background

  5. very old cropped image from some sort of event or wedding!

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August 17, 2022
Increase your online business visibility with scroll stopping headshots photography Brighton UK
August 2, 2022
Increase your online business visibility with scroll stopping headshots photography Brighton UK
August 2, 2022

You scroll, you scroll, and you stop. Why? Because something evokes emotions within you!

Based on years experience as Brighton-based professional female photographer I know that sharing powerful scroll-stopping brand portrait and business headshot images of you (full of expression, emotions, authentic with explosion of colours) will do that! Your professional brand portraits and headshots MUST be powerful and eye catching to stop the scroll in 3 seconds.

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August 2, 2022
Personal branding portrait photographer in Shoreham beach with Brighton artist
July 22, 2022
Personal branding portrait photographer in Shoreham beach with Brighton artist
July 22, 2022

As a Brighton based professional female photographer I am always inspired by my clients stories. As an visual artist I am inspired by nature. Combining both elements perfectly defines my photography style: story telling, expressive, authentic, relaxed, documentary. Saying NO to boring traditional business headshots.

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July 22, 2022
Beyond the traditional headshot. Brighton Portrait Photographer with business coach for creatives.
July 11, 2022
Beyond the traditional headshot. Brighton Portrait Photographer with business coach for creatives.
July 11, 2022

“I don’t want anything too posed, I just want to be me!”

That’s what Andrea said when I arrived at her house for her personal brand portrait photoshoot in Hurstpierpoint Sussex, a 10 minute car drive from Brighton and Hove.

I took a deep breath and smiled, as Brighton based professional portrait photographer, this was music to my ears!

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July 11, 2022

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