Make Way Photography

02/03/2026

For years, Make Way Photography has been such a huge part of my life.

The family shoots. The brand sessions. The milestones. The stories.

I’ve genuinely loved every minute.

But over time, something became clearer.

The work I have been doing behind the scenes since 2014 has always been about more than photography. It has been about strategy. Positioning. Visibility. Growth.

So Make Way Photography is evolving into Make Way Media.

I am now focusing fully on strategic marketing, brand visibility and business focused photography that supports that strategy.

If you are a business looking for thoughtful, structured visibility support, you will now find me at Make Way Media Essex

And to my legacy family clients and returning families, you are always welcome. If we have worked together before, you know I will never turn you away.

Thank you for being part of this journey.

Onwards! Dani x

09/06/2024

A wonderful charity! Have a look at those prizes!

03/05/2024

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So true!

Mom doesn’t exist in photos.

She just doesn’t.

She’s either the one taking the picture, or someone was about to take it,

but newborn cries filled the room, and her baby needed to be fed,

but one of her children needed to use the bathroom, and she rushed him out of the pool, sopping wet and cold.

And maybe she doesn't want to be in the photo because she "hates" the way she looks in her swimsuit right now.

Or she deletes it because it’s a “terrible picture.” One where she’s at the right angle, where she has three chins, and a muffin top stomach.

But pictures aren’t supposed to capture perfection,
they’re supposed to capture real moments.

Moments we want our children to see when they’re looking back on their childhood summer memories,
so they know we were there together,
baking cookies on a day that’s too hot to go outside,
swimming in the pool,
laughing, smiling,
and enjoying each other’s company.

We show up everywhere for our children, but it's time we're more intentional about showing up in photos this summer.

Because it does matter.

We won’t always be with them,
but that photo
𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘢 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦.

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19/11/2023

Hallie was the star of the show for her 1st birthday cake smash. 🎂 I really enjoy the kids enjoying themselves on set. It gets those genuine smiles! If you’re considering a gift this coming Xmas, why not adorn your walls with those you love? Gift vouchers for friends family, is another good shout when you don’t know what to get someone!

26/09/2021

So this one has been taking up all my time ⏰ 🌈

06/08/2021

Proud to be a raffle prize! Let’s raise money for feeding support for families. 💪 Basildon & Thurrock BRAS

30/06/2021

Mat leave is officially starting after today! I keep saying this but I need to rest now. I’ll catch up with you all soon! Last shoot and send off and Bump and I are resting. 🤍 Now to enjoy and have a rennie cocktail. Damn heart burn.🍹

25/06/2021

Ever wondered why I’m a fine art photographer? Here’s why. 💕

17/05/2021

Working perks, little chicks! 🐥 Noticed them on my stroll back from my printers.