Welcome to my Photography Blog!
I’m Sam, and I’m here to help you take your passion for photography to the next level. Whether you’re a beginner or an enthusiast, my blog is packed with expert tips, stories, and inspiration across various photography topics, from fitness and food to real estate, headshots, and personal branding. As a seasoned photography tutor, I’ve designed content to guide you in improving your skills and mastering your camera. Browse through my blog for detailed tutorials and insights, and don’t forget to check out my one-on-one photography classes if you’re ready to dive deeper! Happy shooting!
Why Interior and Property Photography Shines During Golden Hour
Golden hour provides soft, warm light that makes interiors and properties shine. For interior designers and property developers, shooting at this time enhances textures, colours, and atmosphere, helping your spaces look polished, inviting, and ready to impress clients.
Take Better Food Photographs On Your Phone
Discover how to take better food photos on your phone. This blog covers 1:1 session tips including phone apps, Instagram styling, lighting solutions, composition rules, and essential props for creating engaging flat lay images.
How to Use Aperture With Your Camera
Confused about aperture and f-stops? This beginner-friendly guide explains what aperture is, how it controls light and exposure, and how to use aperture priority mode with confidence. Learn how aperture, ISO, and shutter speed work together so you can start taking better, more creative photographs with your camera.
Introduction: Mastering Your Smartphone Camera
Want to take better photos with your smartphone?
Discover 9 simple yet powerful tips to improve your phone photography, from mastering focus and composition to using natural light, reflections, and patterns. Perfect for beginners and creatives looking to capture stronger, more confident images every day.
Introduction: Understanding Depth of Field
Discover how to use depth of field to make your subjects stand out. From aperture settings and focal length to phone portrait mode and creative at-home activities, this guide shows you how to capture sharp focus and stunning bokeh in your home and garden.
How to Take Light Graffiti Photographs in Your Garden
Learn how to create eye-catching light graffiti images in your garden. Explore tips, camera settings, phone apps, and artist inspiration to enhance your photography skills.
Pattern in Photography: Techniques, Types & Tips for Beginners & Advanced
Explore the power of pattern in photography and discover how repetition of lines, shapes, tones, and colours can transform your images. Learn practical techniques, types of patterns, and how to experiment at home with your camera or phone.
Framing Photography: One-to-One Tuition in Northamptonshire
Framing is a powerful composition technique that guides the viewer’s eye and adds depth to your images. This blog explores using light, shapes, environmental elements, and architectural structures to create frames within your frame.
Bracketing and HDR Techniques for Interior & Exterior Photography
Discover how bracketing and HDR photography help create bright, balanced interior and exterior images. This guide explains the step-by-step process used in commercial and hospitality photography to capture full detail in both highlights and shadows, ensuring professional results for property marketing.