Vanda Szabo Photography

05/06/2026

A few of the lovely ladies I've photographed recently.

They already started using their images for
Profile photo
Social media
Business directories
LinkedIn profile
Email signature
Business cards
Sales page
Product launch
Website
Printed marketing materials just to name a few.

This summer, I've created a new signature Branding Photography & Visibility Experience.

It's a 1:1 experience designed specifically for women in business whose work is incredibly strong, but whose current imagery still reflects an earlier version of their journey rather than the elevated level they're operating at now.

If that sounds like you, I'd love to help.

Drop me a message to find out more about my summer offer.

03/06/2026

Sometimes I feel a bit shy sharing things like this, but I’ve been making a conscious effort to celebrate my achievements more. :)

As part of Small Business Week, I was approached by the PR team and featured in an article about my business journey and the Branding Photoshoot Day Experiences I run for women in business.

I officially started my business 5 years ago after relocating from London to Worcester.

When I moved here, I didn’t know a single soul, but I believed my photography could help women feel more confident, visible and supported in their businesses.

Like many business owners, I’ve experienced moments of isolation, self-doubt and wondering where I fitted in. That’s why creating supportive spaces for women in business has become such an important part of what I do.
The real magic has come from the connections, friendships, collaborations and confidence that have grown along the way.

If you’d like to read the article , click on the picture below 👇

https://midlandsgazette.com/featured/worcester-photographer-backs-uk-small-business-week-after-helping-women-entrepreneurs-overcome-confidence-struggles-and-isolation/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaASL-mFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacgGmVYCZ9Yo8RRFbPJlNX2G3BHiRqU23hIGlaibHfvnXQU0neocXmp0lfLzQ_aem_Ew0MsFovlbo7lTuBnYYejQ

A Worcester photographer is backing UK Small Business Week after building a business focused on helping women entrepreneurs overcome anxiety, isolation and lack of confidence around visibility and self-promotion.

31/05/2026

Small Business Week starts tomorrow!

From 1st - 7th June, the UK is being encouraged to support small businesses, and I'm proud to be taking part.

If you've been thinking about updating your brand photos, this is the perfect time.

Here is my special offer available only during Small Business Week:

For every branding photography package booked during Small Business Week, you will receive my Visibility Kit worth £200+ completely free.

The kit includes:

20 Canva templates branded to your business (Designed using your own images)
3 months' worth of content prompts and caption ideas

How would this help you?

You not only have an amazing branding photoshoot experience but instead of wondering what to post, you will have ready-to-use templates and content ideas that make it easier to show up online, stay visible, keep your marketing moving, especially on the busy weeks when inspiration is nowhere to be found.

If you'd like to support a small business this week, please:

Book with us
Share us
Review us
Recommend us

It all helps more than you know.

Offer available on all branding photography packages booked between 1st - 7th June.

Message or comment "SMALL BUSINESS" if you would like the details.

28/05/2026

A few useful tips on summer outdoor photoshoots

I can’t quite believe that last week I had to cancel a photoshoot because of bad weather, and during the retreat photography we were all wrapped up in winter jackets.

What actually happens when we book a photoshoot during extreme bright sunshine or intense heat?

So here are a few simple tips to help you feel more prepared if you ever find yourself planning a shoot in strong sun or a heatwave.

If you can, adjust the timing of your shoot. Early mornings or later in the evening are your best friends. Not only is the temperature much more comfortable (less sweating, less stress about makeup melting or feeling uncomfortable), but the light is also far softer and far more flattering.

Golden hour is the best. This is the period shortly after sunrise or just before sunset when the sun is low in the sky. The light becomes warm, soft, and diffused, which means gentler shadows and a much more natural, glowing look in your images.

When golden hour isn’t possible, shade becomes your best option. Trees, buildings, even standing just inside the shadow of a wall can completely transform the quality of light.

It removes harsh shadows under the eyes, reduces squinting, and helps skin tones look more even and natural. These small changes in positioning can completely transform how your photos look.

Special thanks to my cute assistant to demonstrate the theory. :)

So you can absolutely have photos in extreme heat with small adjustments in timing and location.

14/05/2026

So many business owners struggle with confidence, visibility and seeing themselves the way others do.

We look at ourselves in photos and immediately focus on the things we dislike.
The double chin.
The weight gain.
The uneven smile.
The tiny imperfections nobody else even notices.

But here’s the truth:

Your audience is not looking at your insecurities.

They are looking at your energy.
Your warmth.
Your expertise.
How you make them feel.
How you can help them.

During one of my networking events, I showed a photo of one of my clients.

When she first saw the image, she immediately said:

“I don’t like myself in this photo because one of my eyes is smaller than the other.”

Nobody else noticed.

What everyone else saw was a caring, confident professional deeply engaged in conversation.

This is a perfect example how differently we see ourselves.

Not showing up is far more harmful to your business than worrying about imperfections nobody else sees.

You’ve poured your heart, soul, talent and energy into your business.

You deserve to be seen.

I'm a photographer who aims to show your REAL, Authentic version of you and not an overly-polished, fake version.

If it resonates, I would love to work with you.

07/05/2026

Can we talk about something that’s driving me mad lately?

PLEASE STOP RUINING YOUR BUSINESS CREDIBILITY WITH FAKE AI-GENERATED IMAGES!

I get it, it’s easier, quicker, and cheaper than hiring a photographer. But honestly, is it really worth it long term?

Yesterday, in a business WhatsApp group, someone proudly shared their new website. They’d invested their hard-earned cash in a designer, and it looked great… until I saw the “services” section.

It’s a private healthcare business, and right there was a fake AI image of someone having their blood pressure measured, except the cuff wasn’t even in the right place!

What message does that say about your business? Does it build trust? Does it show professionalism? Even without a medical background, anyone can see it looks off.

And here’s another one. Someone recently sent me an AI-generated picture using a headshot I had taken. They had added fake hands and a product using AI and wanted to use it for a product launch. They asked if I was OK with it. Of course, I said NO.

Under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988, copyright in a photograph belongs automatically and exclusively to the photographer the moment the shutter is pressed. This applies whether the shoot was paid for, gifted, or commissioned and if there was a contract signed or not.

That means I hold full copyright over all images from our session, including the right to control modifications such as AI manipulation.

I don’t give permission for AI manipulation of my work. It ruins my artistic integrity and disrespects the professional skill, time, and talent that go into creating authentic imagery.

Authenticity matters. Real images build real trust.

So people, can we please wake up?

If you want images that truly reflect you and your brand, I would love to help.

Rant over.

06/05/2026

This morning, I was at a networking event, and a man came up to me afterwards and congratulated me on how confidently I spoke about my business. He told me it takes real bravery, especially when you’re not originally from here.

It was such a kind thing to say and to be honest it really touched me.

This month my business is turning 5 and I still remember those early days after moving to Worcester.

Walking into rooms where I didn’t know anyone.

Feeling like the only non-English person there.

Wondering if people would judge me or who is ever going to buy from me.

But I also remember the day when I gave a PEP talk to myself saying:

"F.ck it, this is me showing up authentically. Whoever wants to resonate with me and my message, they will, despite my accent or grammatical mistakes. And whoever doesn't, I don't even want to work with them."

So my branding tip and reminder for this week is this:

Your brand isn’t about perfection, it’s about connection.

The more you let people see the real you — your voice, your quirks, your story — the stronger your brand becomes.

And as I celebrate my business birthday this month, that’s the biggest lesson I’m carrying with me: courage and authenticity build the kind of brand that lasts.

And I know that one of my superpowers is creating an environment for my clients where they feel safe and can be themselves. So the pictures we create together reflect their real personality, their energy and they actually feel like them.

28/04/2026

Today I was invited to share my business story and experience being part of the Mentoring Worcestershire Programme at the University of Worcester.

It was such an uplifting event, so many inspiring stories prooving how goverment-funded programmes could really help people not only with their business but also on a personal level.

Whilst I was writing my talk I remembered where I started from.

I just moved to Worcester, I didn't know a single soul. I was also a full-time mum. Building everything from scratch.

Fast forward to now…

When I walk into business events, there’s always someone I know.

I’ve built meaningful relationships, business friendships, and a strong network over the past 5 years.

Now people recognise my work.

I'm so proud that I have helped so many women to overcome their fear of being photographed. I contributed businesses to grow by creating photographs that show them authentically and reflect the professional level they operate at. I have also grown alongside them.

It was 3 years ago when I had the pleasure of working with Michael Donaldson - Improves Business Performance and the three biggest impact he brought to me:

👉 Going back to basics. Gather data and analyse it
👉 Learning to be comfortable with numbers.
👉 And being reminded what my actual job is, being a photographer

And the long-term impact of mentoring?

👉I make business decisions with more confidence
👉I think more and more like a CEO, not just a hobbyist
👉My business is simpler, clearer, and stronger

The mistake I made...

I joined 3 programmes at the same time thinking it would help me grow faster…It actually slowed me down.

And how to maximise a funded programme:
👉Respect it.
👉Build relationships.
👉And recommend it to others.

Thank you again for the opportunity to share my story Claire Jones

I'm looking forward what 2026 brings. I'm stepping into bigger opportunities, visibility and growth.

15/04/2026

How often should you have branding photos done?

My answer is when you don't feel aligned with the old ones anymore.

When you change your hairstyle...

When you loose or put on weight (yes!)

When you feel a need for a refresh.

When you need a confidence or motivational boost.

When you are introducing a new product, service.

When you slightly change the direction of your business or the people you work with.

When you are rebranding, rebuilding your website.

When you are upleveling your marketing activities or outsource your social media management to someone.

Or simply you are bored using the same images all the time.

If you are looking for a photographer, let's have a chat!

14/04/2026

You might be at the point in your business when you realise that you have a marketing strategy, but without professional images, you are a bit stuck.

You might feel that your images are boring, they are not the true representation of you and your business.

Do you feel that it`s time to upgrade your business visuals and uplevel your marketing activities?

Are you thinking of hiring a photographer?

It`s nerve-wracking trying to find the right one.

Spoiler alert: going with a cheapest one is not the solution!

Let me share with you a few tips on what to look for when picking your branding photographer.

If you would like to explore working with me, use the link in my bio or drop me a message to organise a Connection Call!