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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, as a female photographer 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 within Sussex area, Brighton & Hove..

As a UK branding portrait photographer I often witness the transformation…

As a female portrait photographer, I often witness the transformation that my clients go through during a professional photo session with me in nature! 

From being a little bit:

  • shy

  • sometimes vulnerable

  • perhaps lacking confidence

  • or insecure

    To:

  • opening up

  • expressing themselves

  • feeling free and beautiful

  • and having fun. 

And this happens because we intentionally choose an outdoor location rather than four walls and harsh lighting in the professional photography studio.

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Why is an outdoor professional portrait photoshoot perfect if you are little bit camera shy (like me)?

  1. The right outdoor location will reinforce your personal story, which defines your mission.

  2. The energy of Mother Nature helps to create images with a unique feel and mood.

  3. Nature also brings grounding qualities and enables us to fully express ourselves. 

  4. It gives us a deeper sense of freedom and wellbeing that is clearly reflected in the photos I take during the outdoor sessions. 

  5. Nature inspires and offers many creative backdrops, from green landscapes to blue sea. We play with the light, the sun, the elements, the shapes of trees, the colours of flowers and leaves.

  6. Beautiful natural soft light is flattering for all skin types.

  7. Nature has relaxing and healing qualities. Outdoor surrounding (singing birds, green leaves, sun shining) will relax you and you will very quickly forget that you are having a photo session with me.

  8. Outdoor photo session offers more intimacy. I know quite hidden places. There won’t be many people around while your portrait is being taken which is a bonus!

The location choice will therefore have a significant impact on the entire experience on the day.

And trust me… you will fall in love with it just like I have and my clients have too! 

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And finally . . . 

Authentic, natural and relaxed portrait brand images with a forest, open field, river or beach background are perfect for your website and social media if you are running online business or corporate headshots.

They are perfect for your personal portfolio, like online dating website or social media visibility channels too. 

With my gentle involvement, I will help you to see your own unique beauty.

You will also connect to the beauty of the earth.

You will be relaxed and comfortable from the beginning to the end of the outdoor portrait photo session!

Do you feel uncomfortable in front of camera? 

I feel you, I hear you, I see you…. I have been there too…

Together we can tell your story through images which feel truly authentic and soulful. We can use branding portrait photos & promo videos to make a deeper connection with your audience. 

“To me, business isn’t about wearing suits or pleasing stockholders. It’s about being true to yourself, your ideas and focusing on the essentials” Richard Branson. 

A gentle, joyful and authentic way of capturing the real you, your passion, your brand,  

Tell me your STORY, who you are , what is your passion. I will capture it for you. 

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Hi, I’m Magdalena

I am not just another female photographer & videographer. My mission is to empower and inspire through my camera.

Working with women who are stepping into their power and fullness makes me come alive.

See what we can create together

International Personal Branding Portrait Photographer and Videographer based in London & Brighton, Sussex, UK for soulful and purpose driven women.


If you enjoyed this blog, you might like it:

1) 13 TIPS TO RELAX AND FEEL MORE COMFORTABLE IN FRONT OF CAMERA DURING PHOTO SESSION

2) HOW SHOWING YOUR FACE WILL HELP YOU ATTRACT CLIENTS AND WHY YOU SHOULD DO IT - BRAND PHOTOGRAPHY

3) 8 MAKEUP HACKS BY A PROFESSIONAL FEMALE PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

4)NEVER FEEL GOOD ENOUGH? MY PERSONAL JOURNEY WITH BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHY – LONDON & BRIGHTON FEMALE PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

Let me know if you found it useful and what else you wish to learn when it comes to visibility, branding photography & videography? 

Share your feedback in comment section below.

Magdalena

UK Personal Brand Photographer & Videographer, based in London, Brighton, Sussex

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