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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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My number 1 tip on how to relax in front of the camera - Sussex brand portrait photographer

March 9, 2021

I see so many of my clients holding their breath during the photo & filming session and one of my roles is to gently remind them to pause and take a deep breath. Deep-breathing is the fastest way to balance and relax before facing the camera and pressing the record button. As cheesy as it sounds, it really works. A simple breathing technique can do magic.

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In Branding, Female photographer, Inspiring stories, Visibility coaching, Visibility tips Tags Breathing techniques, Outdoor Photoshoot, Lifestyle portrait, Commercial Photography, Personal Brand Photographer, Sussex Photographer, Brighton Brand Photographer, Lifestyle Photographer, Brighton and Hove, Camera Shy, Tips to relax during photo session, Breathing technique, Life and business coach, Visibility tips, Visibility coaching, Sussex portrait photographer, Brighton and Hove photographer, Female photographer, Soulful photographer, Wellness business, soulful business, introvert, Purpose driven business owner
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Relaxed and authentic professional corporate headshots and portraits in Sussex Brighton Hove London by female photographer videographer

How to make your corporate headshots pop

December 12, 2020

Forget about boring, bland, unimaginative business & corporate headshots!

You can express who you are with engaging portraits that are full of personality, whilst also staying true to your brand.

This is the new way: authentic and engaging headshots and portraits full of personality

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In Business Headshot, Corporate Headshot, Comercial Photography, Headshots, Outdoor Portrait, Brighton Photographer Tags Business headshot, Corporate Headshots, Sussex Headshots, Brighton Headshots, Brighton Portrait Photographer, Sussex portrait photographer, Personal Branding Portrait, female photographer, Outdoor Photoshoot, Hove photographer, Brighton and Hove, Portrait Photoshoot, Linkedin picture, Online dating portraits, Business portraits
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London & Brighton Commercial Brand Portrait Photographer and Videographer

Creative entrepreneur visibility brand photo session in Brighton - Sussex Portrait Photographer

September 25, 2020

Amanda’s story made me cry.

I knew from our first initial conversation that her first professional portrait brand photo session on the beach in Brighton would be epic!

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In Branding, Female Photographer, Giving Back, Personal Journey, Visibility coaching, Outdoor Portrait, Commercial Photography Tags Commercial portrait, Branding Photography, Creative entreprenours, Brighton artist, Sober Artist Club, Portrait Photographer, Brighton photographer, Sussex Photography, female photographer, London photographer, Brighton Portrait Photographer, London Portrait Photographer, Fashion Photographer, Lifestyle Photography, Outdoor Photoshoot, Brighton beach, Sussex artist, Beach brighton photographer
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13 tips to relax and feel more comfortable in front of camera during photo session

July 19, 2020

After all:

  • I’m not photogenic…

  • I am shy…

  • I feel uncomfortable in front of the camera…

  • I am worried I am not able to express myself during the photo session

  • I am introverted… I am very sensitive soul.

  • I don’t know how to pose and what to do with hands during session

  • I am very self-conscious about how I look.

  • I am not beautiful…

    Believe me, it doesn’t surprise me!

    Like many of you, I also get shy in front of the camera – and yes, a professional female portrait photographer is saying it herself!

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In Branding, Female Photographer, London photographer, Outdoor Portrait, Visibility coaching, London Portraits Tags Camera shy, Tips to relax during photo session, Outdoor photo session London, Portrait Photographer, Social Media, Commercial Photography, London brand, Brighton Portrait Photographer, Lifestyle Portrait, Relaxed photoshoot, Lifestyle photoshoot, female photographer, Sussex Photographer, storytelling photography, camera shy, instagram images, brand images, brighton photographer studio, Outdoor Photoshoot, social media visibility, visibility tips, introvert, relaxed photoshoot, Online dating photographer, Online dating portfolio, Online dating agency photography
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Social Media Instagram Branding Portrait Photographer for Influencers and online business owners, Magdalena Photography based in London Brighton Sussex UK

How to make your Instagram account stand out with branding portrait images

May 18, 2020

Did you know that photos with faces get 38% more likes than those without?

As Personal Brand Portrait Photographer based in UK, London & Brighton, I truly believe that it’s time to stop hiding behind logo, brand and stock images. Your audience really want to learn how real you are! Keep sharing frequently your authentic and storytelling branding images of you and your passion. For better engagement combine branding picture of you with a powerful message and branding design.

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In Branding, Branding Photography, Brighton Photographer, Female Photographer, London photographer, London Portraits, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Branding Tags Influencer photographer, Instagram photographer London, Personal Brand Photographer, Portrait Photographer, Brighton Photographer, London Photographer, London Videographer, female photographer, Lifestyle Photography, Brand Story, Outdoor Photo session, Outdoor Photoshoot
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Social Media Instagram Personal Branding Portrait Photographer London Brighton Hove Worthing Lewes Sussex UK

8 Makeup hacks by a Professional Female Portrait Photographer

May 4, 2020

As a female Portrait Photographer one of the most common questions I am asked by my clients before a lifestyle and branding portrait photo session is: “do I need a makeup artist?” or “how much make up is recommended?” and “if I don't normally wear much make up, should I put some on for the photo shoot?”

My answer is always the same and super simple:…

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In Branding, Branding Photography, Female Photographer, London photographer, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Branding, Visibility coaching Tags Makeup artist, Photoshoot Makeup, Makeup tips, Makeup hacks, Portrait Photographer, Brighton Photographer, London Photographer, Personal Branding Photography, Personal Brand Photographer, Lifestyle Photography, Lifestyle Portrait, Outdoor Photoshoot, Outdoor Photography, Lifestyle photoshoot, Social Media photography, social media photographer brighton, Instagram photographer brighton, Instagram photographer London, Professional Photographer, female photographer, Female Networking, Online dating photographer, Online dating portfolio, Online dating agency photography, Online dating profile picture, Online dating portraits, Online dating
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London & Brighton Social Media Personal Branding Portrait Photographer for ambitious females

Social Media Visibility and my approach as Female Personal Brand Photographer from London & Brighton

April 27, 2020

Do you feel pressure to be visible on social media like me?

Do you feel like you have to be posting multiple FB & Instagram post daily?

Do you have a back log of blogs to be posted?

Recently I have decided to change my approach to social media and online marketing.  Here is my new way of operating: 

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In Branding Photography, Branding, Female Networking, London photographer, London Portraits, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Journey, Visibility coaching Tags Social Media, Personal Branding, brand photography, Branding Photographer, Influencer photographer, Outdoor Photoshoot, Outdoor Photography, Marketing photographer, Commercial Photographer, Brighton Photographer, London Photographer, London Videographer, Portrait Photographer, Branding Photography, Brand Story, Outdoor Session, Outdoor branding, female photographer, Female Videographer, Visibility coaching, Visibility photographer, Visibility coach, Visibility mentor, Lifestyle Photographer, Lifestyle Photography, social media photographer, social media photography london, social media photographer brighton, photography packages, creative photography, Female Photographer, Personal Brand Photographer, social media visibility, social media tips, visibility tips, Brighton portrait, commercial headshot, Commercial Photography, Commercial portrait, Lifestyle portrait, Lifestyle photoshoot
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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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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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Relaxed Lifestyle Woman Portrait Photo session in nature with Magdalena Smolarska Photography, UK, London & Brighton

How to choose a perfect location for the Personal Brand Portrait Photo session?

July 17, 2019

Yay, location, Location, LOCATION! 

One of my favourite aspects of being a professional portrait photographer is the chance to leave the inside of four walls behind…

and explore…

Choosing those, rather than yet another place you could probably expect all the local photographers shoot at, makes the photos truly stand out! It is all driven by the fact that YOU are so unique – the location of the photo session should reflect YOU, be just like you, just right, matching your personality, extract the essence of your passion and business purpose.

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In Branding, Branding Photography, Brighton Photographer, London photographer, London Portraits, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Branding, Professional Photographer, Female Photographer Tags Outdoor Photography, Portrait Photographer, Photoshoot location, Brighton Photographer, London Photographer, International Photographer, lifestyle photography, Personal Brand, Personal Branding, Natural Light, Outdoor Photoshoot, Outdoor Session, London Portraits, Female Photographer, Professional Photographer, Nature inspired, UK Photographer, Destination Photographer, Lifestyle photoshoot, relaxed photoshoot, Camera shy, London photographer, female photographer, Holistic yoga, Yoga retreat, Online dating photographer, Online dating portfolio, Online dating agency photography, Online dating profile picture
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Professional Outdoor Brand Portrait Photo session near you, Brighton, London, UK

Tango passion and community spirit with Leigh Tango through the eyes of dancer and photographer

November 13, 2018

I had a privilege to meet Samira & Luis not only during our two brand photo sessions but also on the dance floor.

As a social dancer myself, I strongly believe in the power of community within the dance world. I love being involved in a supportive, welcoming and collaborative environment. It makes me feel part of something bigger and helps me feel relaxed in milongas.

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In Branding, Branding Photography, Brighton Photographer, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Branding Tags Tango, Tango Photographer, Personal Brand, Personal Branding, Portrait Photographer, Photographer, Portrait Photoshoot, Professional Photographer, Portrait, Dance teacher, Branding, Outdoor Photography, Outdoor Photoshoot, Dancer, Photography, Seaside, Seafront, Leigh-on-Sea, Leigh Tango, Destination Photographer, London Photographer, London Portraits, Brighton Portrait, Tango school, Tango Community
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The Power of the Outdoor Portrait Photo session - London & Brighton Brand and Lifestyle Photographer

October 27, 2018

Being in front of the camera can be intimating for many people and as Portrait Photographer I find shooting in a natural environment to be extremely helpful and supportive for everyone including myself. 

The outdoors is definitely a wonderful ally for your personal brand photography! A perfect setting for natural, relaxed, authentic and storytelling photography.

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In Outdoor Portrait, Branding, Branding Photography, Brighton Photographer Tags Outdoor Photography, Outdoor Session, Outdoor Photoshoot, Portrait Photographer, Portrait Photoshoot, Portrait, London Photographer, Brighton Photographer, Brighton Portrait
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Influencer Lifestyle Photoshoot in the central London with Personal Brand Portrait Photographer from Brighton

Increase your brand visibility and reach more followers with personal branding photography – My lifestyle photo shoot with social media influencer Deepika in Central London.

September 4, 2018

Deepika knows that it is essential for her as an influencer to have a library of high quality brand images in order to be more impactful and reach more followers.  I am passionate about working with influencers and entrepreneurs, helping them create consistency and loyalty for their audience.

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In Branding, Branding Photography, London photographer, London Portraits, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Branding, Portrait Photographer, Brighton Photographer Tags Portrait Photoshoot, Portrait Photographer, Photographer, Personal Brand, Outdoor Session, Outdoor Photography, Outdoor Photoshoot, Portrait, Influencer, Blogger, photographer, Personal Branding
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Outdoor Personal Brand Portrait Photographer in Brighton & Hove, Sussex and London area

Ignite your spark and find your path to success - Personal Brand portriat Photo session with Career Success Coach Karen J Finney

August 18, 2018

Today, I am thriving as a Personal Brand Portrait Photographer and love every aspect of my work. It fulfils me in many ways, allowing me to express my creativity and interact and build relationships with amazing people every day: businesswomen, freelancers, soloprenour, artists, online business owners, bloggers, designers, creative individuals and many more! Much more than a job, it is a way of life that reflects who I am and a lifestyle that I love. This love for what I do gives me the energy and excitement to get up every morning. 

But it took me a long time to discover, or rather re-discover, my passion.

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In Branding Photography, Brighton Photographer, Comercial Photography, London photographer, London Portraits, Portrait Photographer, Branding Tags Outdoor Photoshoot, Personal Brand, Career Coach, Portrait Photoshoot, Portrait, Portrait Photographer, Brighton Photographer, London Photographer, lifestyle photography, Stock image, Photographer, London Portrait Photographer, Branding Photography, Personal Branding, Brighton Portrait, Brighton Headshots, London Portraits
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Lifestyle Outdoor Portrait Session

Justyna Outdoor Portrait Session- London & Brighton Portrait Photographer

December 2, 2017

I simply adore Autumn!

It’s one of the best time of the year for those beautiful and colorful OUTDOOR PORTRAIT SESSIONS! It comes as no surprise that’s one of the busiest time of the year for all photographers – especially those who find joy in exploring the world outside of their studios’ 4 walls, such as me. I’ve spent most of past weeks shooting multiple lifestyle family outdoor portraits (you HAVE to check my other blog posts ) as well as portraits of individuals among the greens, yellows and reds.  

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