23/07/2026
A little behind-the-scenes thought from a small business...
One of the biggest ways photographers attract new bookings is by sharing recent work. Every smile, tiny yawn, cake-covered face, cuddle and milestone you see on this page helps another family get a feel for my style and decide whether I'm the right photographer for them.
Of course, I completely understand that not every family is comfortable having their images shared online, and I will always respect that decision.
Recently, though, I've had several sessions in a row where I haven't been able to share any images at all. As much as I respect those choices, it does make it incredibly difficult to keep my social media and website up to date, especially during a quieter time for bookings.
So, if you're ever booking a photographer and you're asked whether you'd be happy for a few images to be shared, I'd simply ask that you take a moment to think about what that permission means to a small business. Those few photographs become our portfolio, our advertising, and often the reason another family chooses to book with us.
If you're comfortable saying yes to just a handful of carefully selected images, it really does make a bigger difference than you might imagine. 🤍
