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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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In Business Headshot, Business Portrait, Corporate portraits Tags Brand portrait photography, Brighton photographer, Linkedin picture, Linkedin portrait, Business headshots, Relaxed headshots, Brighton headshots, Brand photography, Commercial headshots, Commercial Photography, Commercial portrait photographer, Female photographer, Soulful portraits, Soulful headshots, Soulful portrait photography, Women in business photography, female photographer, Corporate Headshots, Headshots, Hove photographer, Sussex photographer, Personal Branding Photography UK, UK Photographer
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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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In Branding, Brighton business Tags London Photographer, Luxurious photoshoot, London headshots, Brighton headshots, Brighton photographer, Brighton portrait photographer, Women in business photographer, Personal Brand Photographer, Personal Brand Photography, London photographer, London photoshooot, London Brand photographer, UK Photographer, UK Brand photographer, Female photographer, Woman photographer, Business headshots
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Visual Content Marketing Images by Personal Branding Portrait Photographer UK London Brighton Sussex

20 Eye-opening Visual Content Marketing Statistics you should know in 2020

June 17, 2020

Let’s talk about an eye-opening visual content marketing statistics!

Recently, I did some online research to understand better the online business market dynamic we are all operating right now.

Whether you are a service solo entrepreneur provider like me, UK Personal Brand Photographer & videographer, or small, medium or large conscious business owner, you agree that the visual content is an incredibly effective way to communicate via online channels.

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In Branding, Branding Photography, Brighton Photographer, Business Networking, Business Portrait, Comercial Photography, Event Photography, London photographer, London Portraits, Personal Branding, Video Tags Personal Branding, Brand contect, Visual contect, Brand strategy, UK Photographer, London Photographer, Branding Photographer, Brighton Photographer, Sussex Photography, Sussex Photographer, Marketing photographer, Social Media photography, Instagram photography, Instagram photographer, Content Marketing, Visibility coaching
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Cultivating humanity purpose driven UK Female Brand Portrait Photographer on a mission

Cultivating humanity- purpose driven UK Female Portrait Photographer on a mission

June 14, 2020

Now is the time to be passionate about making the world better for everyone.

Now is the most crucial time to be the change. Passion for change is all you need…

I know together we can make a change. Watch my story in the video.

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In Business Networking, Giving Back, London photographer, London Portraits, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Branding, Personal Journey, Personal story, Retreat Photography, Branding, Brighton Photographer, Branding Photography Tags Giving Back, Orphanage project, Charity initiative, Gofundme, Portrait Photographer, UK Photographer, International Photographer, female photographer, Purpose driven photographer, Community Project, Event Photographer, Charity Photographer, Philanthropist Photographer, Visibility 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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Purpose-driven Personal Brand Portrait Photographer - Magdalena Smolarska Photography based in UK, London & Brighton-2.jpg

Bringing Smiles to Orphanage Girls with Magdalena, UK Personal Branding Photographer & Videographer

April 11, 2020

“Togetherness” is such a powerful act. I know together we can make loads of small changes leading to something bigger. With everything I do, as a heart-centred UK female personal branding photographer and videographer, there has to be a deeper purpose!

I am not just another London & Brighton portrait photographer… After 11 years spent working in a big corporation in London, I decided to follow my dream and have my purpose-driven life with a zest of creativity.

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In Brighton Photographer, Branding Photography, Branding, Female Photographer, London Portraits, Outdoor Portrait, Personal Branding, Personal Journey, Personal story, Giving Back Tags Personal Branding, Personal Brand, Orphanage project, Give Back, Community Project, London Portraits, London Photographer, Brighton Portrait, Brighton Photographer, Portrait Photoshoot, Philanthropist Photographer, UK Photographer, India Orphanage, female photographer, Female Videographer, Brighton Videographer, London Videographer, Purpose driven
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Professional Female Lifestyle Branding Portrait Photographer and Videographer based in London & Brighton Hove Sussex UK

Stress less to accomplish more! Personal journey of a Female Brand Photographer

March 31, 2020

I have been beating myself up for some time now for not being active on social media: sharing my creative work, branding blog or post stories of my beautiful clients like others....

I simply don't feel like doing any of that at the moment!

I feel sort of under "societal pressure" as an international creative purpose driven female photographer and videographer (based in sunny Brighton, London,Sussex, UK), freelancer, business owner, artist, light worker (ex-finance person) to be visible even more!

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In Personal Journey, Personal story, Branding, Branding Photography, Comercial Photography Tags brand photography, UK Photographer, female photographer, Branding Photographer, Brighton Photographer, Brighton Portrait, London Photographer, London Portraits, Photographer Videographer, Lifestyle Photography, Lifestyle Photographer
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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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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!

Read more →
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!

Read more →
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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