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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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In Branding, Business Headshot, Female Photographer, Brighton Photographer, Headshots, Portrait Photographer Tags Brighton photographer, Brighton headshots, London brand photography, Women in business photography, Female portrait photography, London photographer, London headshots, London female photographer, Brand portraits photography, Brighton female photographer, Personal Brand photography UK, UK photographer, UK Brand portrait photography, Female entrepreneurs, Hove Headshots, Brighton business, Women in business, Photography service, Photography studio, London photoshooot, Melanie Schilling
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Humanise your business with expressive headshots Sussex portrait photographer

October 3, 2021

Have you notice exciting change happening in the world of corporate business headshots and portraits?

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In Business Headshot, Business Portrait, Commercial Photography, Corporate Headshot, Corporate portraits, Female Photographer, Headshots, Personal Branding, Portrait Photographer, Sussex business Tags Business headshots, Corporate Headshots, Corporate portraits, Commercial headshots, Personal brand photography, Brand portraits, Commercial photography, Female photographer, Brighton portrait photographer, Brighton photograper, Sussex headshots, Sussex photography, Brighton headshots, Expressive portraits, Boring headshots, Humanise your business
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Are you Visibly invisible? Sussex Professional Brand Portrait Photographer

August 27, 2021

Are you there? We’d love to see you! Not only because I am a professional brand portrait photographer based in Brighton & Hove, Sussex, but because I could be your potential client!

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In Visibility tips, Visibility coaching, Women photographer, Portrait Photographer, Branding Tags Sussex Photographer, Brighton Photographer, Portrait Photographer, Personal Brand Portrait, Online business, Female Photographer, Female portraits, Female Headshots, Lifestyle Photography, Visibility tips, Photography studio, Brighton freelancer, Website portraits, Website brand images, Rebranding website, Social Media pictures
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Relaxed soulful professional branding portrait and headshot photographer Brighton Hove Sussex UK

3 ways to make your communication more impactful by UK TV presenter and Tedx speaker coach

June 9, 2021

Does the idea of public speaking or facing a camera make you want to curl up in a ball and hide? Perhaps you need to speak in front of an audience at work, or have a message that is close to your heart - whatever it is, below tips will help you to be a clear communicator:

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In Branding, Brighton business, Brighton Photographer, Commercial Photography, Corporate Headshot, Female Photographer, Female Networking, Headshots, Lifestyle Photosession, Personal Branding, Photographer equipment, Portrait Photographer, Relaxed photo session, Sussex business, Visibility coaching, Visibility tips Tags Commercial brand headshot, Commercial portrait photographer, Brighton based, Brighton Hove Photographer, Brighton photographer, Personal Brand Photographer, Female Photographer, Sussex Headshots, Brighton headshots, Communication coach, Public speaker, Tedx Speaker coach, Tedx coach, Tedx talk, Brighton Tedx, Branding Photographer, Photographer near you, Brighton and Hove photographer, Hove heashots
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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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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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Inject personality into your professional actor headshots with Sussex female portrait photographer

October 26, 2020

If you are looking to build your actor or model portfolio with professional yet unique eye-catching and authentic headshot and portraits pictures than this blog is for you.

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In Branding, Comercial Photography, Outdoor Portrait, Headshots, Portrait Photographer, Portrait Photo session, Portrait Photo Session, Personal Branding, London Portraits, Brighton Photographer Tags Actor headshot, Model headshot, Actor headshots Brighton, Actor Headshots Sussex, Professional actor headshots, Sussex actor headshots, Actor headshot photographer, Female headshot photographer, Portrait photographer, Professional Photographer, Top actor headshots, Actor headshot Brighton, Actors headshots Brighton, Actor portrait photogrpahy, Lifestyle photoshoot, Outdoor Portraits, Brighton photographer, Hove Photographer, Sussex photographer, Headshots, brand images, professional photo session, Lifestyle Photography, Online dating photographer, Modeling, Influencer photographer
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Fear of facing the camera? How to overcome it for your professional photo session - UK Portrait photographer

October 12, 2020

Being in front of the camera can be intimating for some people, and if you are a little camera shy like me (yes, I also get shy in front of the camera) being in nature can help you to feel much more relaxed and peaceful.

Nature has this beautiful quality which helps you to slow down and to disconnect from your busy lifestyle. I take a full advantage of this personally and during photoshoot with my clients.

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In Branding, Female Photographer, Outdoor Portrait, Portrait Photographer Tags Camera shy, Professional Photographer, Outdoor photo session, Authentic portraits, Personal Brand Photographer, Personal Branding Photography, Online dating portfolio, Online dating photographer, Sussex portrait photographer, Sussex branding photographer, London Portrait Photographer, Nature portrait photographer, professional photo session, Brighton photographer, Beach portrait photoshoot, Online dating portraits, London photographer, London Brand Photography, London Portraits
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How I helped a brand grow through their brand photography journey - London female photographer

September 1, 2020

My visibility mission has been accomplished!

After three years of creating magic with Yuyo Brujo Tango Shoes, I have eventually managed to take their founder out of her shell and put her in front of my camera. And what an exciting journey this has been!

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In Branding, Branding Photography, Commercial Photography, Professional Photographer, Portrait Photographer, Portrait Photo session, Personal Branding, Outdoor Portrait Tags Fashion photography, Commercial product photography, Brand product photography, Branding Photography, Tango shoes, Online brand product, Sussex Photographer, Sussex Commercial photographer, London fashion product photographer, Brighton fashion product photographer, Website brand images, Personal Brand Photographer, Brighton photographer, London photographer, Argentine tango shoes, Tango Photographer
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Central London Professional Branding and Lifestyle Portrait Female Photographer UK Sussex London and Brighton

8 ways to make the most of your brand images - UK Branding Portrait Photographer

June 1, 2020

Every aspect of marketing and branding communication includes brand visuals, yet, so many of us failed to maximise benefits of having brand images when it comes to engagement.

There are countless ways and places where you need to use professional brand photography for your business.

Here is a roundup of 8 different ways you can use your brand photography more effectively:

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In Branding, Branding Photography, Brighton Photographer, Comercial Photography, Female Photographer, London photographer, Personal Branding, Portrait Photographer, Tango photography Tags social media tips, Branding Photographer, Brighton Portrait Photographer, Brighton Portrait, Brighton Videomaker, London Photographer, London Portrait Photographer, London Branding, UK Photographer, female photographer, Website Photography, Instagram photography
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International Personal Brand Portrait Photographer - Magdalena Smolarska Photography based in UK, London & Brighton Sussex

Never feel good enough? My personal journey with Branding Photography – London & Brighton Female Portrait Photographer

January 11, 2020

I spent most of my life feeling “not good enough” ... Can you relate?

This feeling can manifest in different way…. “self-destruction” but in my case always was opposite pushing my boundaries and working even harder to prove myself my worth through achievements.

I spent the last ten years of my life working in the corporate world before following my passions as an International Personal Brand Portrait Photographer & Videographer, event organiser and mentor based in lovely Brighton & London.

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In Branding Photography, Brighton Photographer, Female Photographer, London photographer, London Portraits, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Branding, Personal Journey, Personal story, Portrait Photographer Tags London Photographer, Brighton Photographer, Personal Brand, Story Photography, Freelance Photographer, Portrait Photographer, Female Photographer, Lifestyle Photography, Branding Photography, Professional Photographer, female photographer, Sussex Photographer, Videographer, Brighton Videomaker, Business mentor, Mentor, Event Organiser, Product Photography, Outdoor Photoshoot, Outdoor branding, Lifestyle Photographer, lifestyle photography
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What is the best time of the day for an Outdoor Portrait Photo shoot - Personal Brand Photographer Sussex UK

September 6, 2019

As a photographer, I am always looking fore the best light for my outdoor, inspired by nature portrait photo session with inspiring and creative women.

This “golden hour” has been my obsession lately, when the sun is quite low in the sky and you can feel the last touches of its warmth on your skin.

And just a few minutes before the sunset, the sky is full of warm shades of orange, dancing with fiery red and intense pink. By catching the perfect moment, we can turn this magical view into a piece of art, where your beauty is fully supported by delicious, soft and flattering light. 

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In Outdoor Portrait, London photographer, London Portraits, Personal Branding, Comercial Photography, Brighton Photographer, Branding, Female Photographer, Portrait Photographer, Branding Photography Tags Outdoor Photography, Female Photographer, Brighton Portrait, Brighton Photographer, London Photographer, London Headshots, London Portraits, London Videomaker, creative women, Natural Light, Nature inspired, Branding, brand photography, Personal Brand, Brand Story, Personal Branding, Lifestyle Photography, Relaxed photoshoot, International Photographer, Destination Photographer, Photographer
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The Women’s Wellness Festival - Restfest - A gathering of kind hearts, fierce minds & brave spirits - London & Brighton Event Photographer and Videographer

August 22, 2019

If someone asked you: how to feel good? How to really feel good from inside out? It’s simple, right? 

RESTFEST, The Women’s Wellness Festival, is a full day event aimed at helping you achieve exactly that, in your own way. And they make it soooooo simple!

At RESTFEST, they expertly mix invaluable knowledge coming from wellbeing fairs and mix it with free-style fun you’d expect from a festival. They then sprinkle it with nourishing qualities of a retreat and hey presto... RESTFEST awaits!

"When women gather, magic happens!" 

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In Branding, Branding Photography, Brighton Photographer, Event Photography, Event video, Female Photographer, London photographer, London Portraits, Personal Branding, Portrait Photographer, Retreat Photography, Video Tags Personal Branding, London Videomaker, London Photographer, Brighton Videomaker, Brighton Portrait, Brighton Photographer, Retreat Photography, Retreat Photographer, Well-being, Wellness Festival, Event Photographer, Event Photography, Event Videography, Promo Video, Sussex Photography, Sussex Photographer, Sussex Portrait, Female Photographer, Female Networking, Wild women, Women event, Retreat, Corporate Wellness, Corporate Photography, Corporate Event, Women Festival
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International Personal Brand Indoor Portrait Photographer for business women - Magdalena Smolarska Photography based in UK, London & Brighton, Sussex-3.jpg

Are you a flowing water, invincible woman or a limitless, resilient rock woman? - Personal Brand Portrait Photo session

August 5, 2019

Are you a flowing water, invincible woman or a limitless, resilient rock woman?

Both are powerful yet showing their strength in a distinct way.

As a Professional Personal Brand Portrait Photographer and Retreat Photographer based in “sunny” UK, Sussex area, I strive to be surrounded with women who trust and surrender to the flow of life. It may even be at its simplest, the state when we just are, and we know that we are exactly where we should be.

Are you “the water” or “the rock”? or BOTH like me!

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In Branding Photography, Branding, Female Photographer, London photographer, London Portraits, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Branding, Personal Journey, Personal story, Portrait Photographer, Retreat Photography, Female Networking, Brighton Photographer Tags Portrait Photographer, Brand Story, Female Photographer, Branding Photography, Brighton Portrait, London Photographer, London Portraits, Sussex Portrait, Sussex Photographer, Branding, Branding Photographer, Personal Branding, Personal Brand, Sussex Photography, Female Networking, Wild women, Dance Goddess, Photographer, Lifestyle Photography, Fashion Photographer, Lifestyle Photographer, Story Photography, Dance Photographer, Outdoor Photoshoot, Outdoor Photography, Outdoor Session, Nature inspired, International Photographer, Destination Photographer, Dancer, Dance teacher
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Dance & Yoga Intense Workshop Retreat with Zola Dubnikova  in India captured by the International Portrait Photographer - Magdalena Smolarska Photography based in UK

My photography adventure in India with an international dance artist and teacher Zola Dubnikova

June 14, 2019

My documentary photography journey with dance artist, teacher & performer, Zola Dubnikova began in INDIA as an official photographer, videographer and participant ....  A dream journey for the International Portrait & Retreat Photographer and dance lover inside of me!

Endless gratitude to Mama India and Zola for reconnecting my photography vision with dance and Mother Earth. Here is a glimpse of magical moments captured with love, sensitivity & devotion.

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In Branding, Event Photography, London photographer, London Portraits, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Branding, Personal Journey, Personal story, Travel Photography, Portrait Photographer Tags Retreat Photographer, Event Photographer, Personal Brand Photographer, Personal Brand, Portrait, Dance teacher, Dance Photographer, Event Photography, Retreat Photography, Retreat, Dance workshop, Yoga retreat, Yoga workshop, India, International Photographer
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Professional Photographer Magdalena Smolarska based in Brighton & London

Bring vibrancy and vitality into your Spring Portrait Photo session - Brighton & London Professional Photographer

April 30, 2019

Hello Spring, let me hug you!  Spring is a symbol of renewal, new beginnings and fertility.

At this time of year, you might naturally feel like birthing new projects and bringing fresh energy into your life. In that spirit, a personal branding photo session done in Spring is a wonderful way to help you inject creativity, new life, vitality and inspiration into your business and brand.

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In Brighton Photographer, London photographer, Outdoor Portrait, Portrait Photographer Tags Portrait Photographer, Professional Photographer, Brighton Photographer, London Photographer, Brighton Portrait, London Portraits, Outdoor Photography, Outdoor Session, lifestyle photography, Natural Light
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Commercial Corporate Portraits Dentist from Brighton & London

How impactful commercial photography can strengthen your brand identity - Brighton & London Professional Photographer

November 27, 2018

Commercial brand images are an indispensable and powerful tool for your personal and business brand identity, PR, marketing and communication strategy. With the right images you can increase your visibility, raise awareness, drive sales, attract new clients and build strong relationships!

Whether you are selling a product, offering a service or just needing to promote your business, Commercial & Brand Photography is for you.

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In Business Headshot, Business Portrait, Comercial Photography, Corporate Headshot, Personal Branding, London photographer, Brighton Photographer, Branding Photography, Branding, Portrait Photographer Tags Corporate Headshots, Commercial Photoshoot, Commercial Photographer, Brighton Portrait, Headshots, Photographer, Branding Photography, London Headshots, Brighton Headshots, Portrait, London Portraits, London Photographer, Commercial Photography, Brand Story, Website Photography, Dentist Photography, Corporate Photography, Brighton Photographer, International Photographer, Personal Branding, brand photography, London Networking, Branding Photographer, Sussex Photography, Sussex Photographer, Portrait Photographer, rebranding
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Professional Outdoor Headshot Photo session with Magdalena Smolarska Photography from Brighton & London

Commercial Product and Portrait Photo Session with fashion designer and blogger - Brighton & London Photographer

November 19, 2018

How wonderful it is to be surrounded by women passionately living their dreams! 

Together we can create strong impact and strengthen the connection with your audience, followers and clients through my branding, fashion, lifestyle, commercial, product or traditional portrait photography. 

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In Comercial Photography, Outdoor Portrait, Portrait Photographer, London photographer, London Portraits, Branding Photography, Branding, Brighton Photographer Tags Commercial Photographer, Product Photography, Fashion Photographer, Fashion, Fashion Designer, b, iNF, Personal Brand, Portrait Photoshoot, Photographer, Brighton Photographer, London Photographer, Commercial Photoshoot, Portrait Photographer, Professional Photographer, Blogger, London Portraits, Brighton Portrait, Influencer, brand images, London Portrait Photographer, London Headshots, Brighton photographer, London photographer
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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
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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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