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!

Photographer, fitness, HEALTHY LIVING Samantha Peel Photographer, fitness, HEALTHY LIVING Samantha Peel

10 Tips To Improve Your Fitness Photography.

Want to take your fitness photography to the next level? In this blog, I share 10 professional tips to help you capture dynamic, authentic images of personal trainers, yoga instructors, and wellness clients. Learn how to connect with your client, plan poses, and test lighting for gyms, studios, and outdoor locations. Discover composition techniques like the rule of thirds and creative framing, plus how to highlight strength and action with props and aperture settings. Finally, explore post-production tips, including selective colouring, to make your fitness photos truly stand out.

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10 Food Photography Tips To Try This Weekend

Ready to elevate your food photography? In this blog, I share 10 essential tips to improve your food shots, including lighting techniques, composition rules, garnishing ideas, DSLR and manual mode tips, and editing advice. Perfect for weekend practice, these tips will help your food photos look professional, eye-catching, and ready for social media or personal projects.

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How to Take a Bokeh Photo: A Beginner’s Guide

Bokeh photography is all about creating a soft, blurred background that makes your subject stand out. In this guide, you’ll learn what bokeh is, how aperture, focal length, and distance affect depth of field, and how to create stunning bokeh photos using natural or man-made light and perfect for beginners experimenting at home.

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