Gem
Time to find out about MY story....
My prime purpose as a Personal Branding Photographer, is to provide a clear visual representation
of YOU.... & your business.
I have been in your shoes.
To have a dream. To start your own business.
36 years of living, learning, and hard work has lead me to my own Personal Branding Photography business:
-A business that includes the perfect cocktail:
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Meeting passionate, diverse, unique individuals & organisations.
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Travelling near and far, working in wonderful locations.
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Offering a different, custom made experience each time.
I am a visual storyteller, breathing life into moments frozen in time.
If you want the full story....
I have always been creative, artistic & chased my dreams.
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After running 2 Etsy businesses for over 9 years before starting my photography journey,
I understand that your business is your dream.
My first business came from my love of travel and I started painting custom made world globes and travel themed gifts.
They were even featured on BBC Stargazing Live and held by Buzz Aldrin!
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I have always loved capturing magic moments.
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I am the friend or family member who is rarely seen in the photos as I'm usually the one taking them.
The artist, visionary (and perfectionist) in me is happier that way.
I insist that every precious memory of family time / travel is captured perfectly.
When I needed to have my face more present for my business I learned how to become confident on the other side of the lens.
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I have always sought adventure and travelled as much as possible.
I've travelled to 36 countries.. most of those solo! I once did an around the world trip over 8 months.
I've ticked off a lot from the bucket list but for every one I tick, another gets added onto the list.
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If I HAD to choose my top 3 countries: USA, Italy, New Zealand ....but please don't make me choose!
So it's safe to say I'm always open to a location shoot.
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I have always wanted to learn and have risen to a challenge.
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Fun fact if you're still reading...
I'm a fully qualified heating and ventilation engineer, plumber, pipe fitter, welder.
I told you my life lessons have all lead to this - as the only female working in the company, I had my photo taken all the time.
I had to learn early on how to feel confident in front of the lens
...and I have been giving advice ever since (including plumbing tips!).
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- It's all been leading to this! -
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I have always had a fascination with and passion for photography.
I knew I needed to study it to really appreciate it and to be able to capture images
that show their full potential.
I knew that I needed to learn how to manually use a camera and all of its settings
-don't be fooled, cameras are good but it's knowing how to use it that is the skill:
All within a split second, telling your camera exactly what to do.
There's as much to know about 'in camera' as there is about 'post processing'.
Not to mention colour theory, light / shadow, composition, reflections, white balance, exposure, timing - and the list goes on...
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This opened my eyes to a whole new world. I'd no idea how hard it would be,
but always knew it would be worth it.
Photography is the perfect mix of art meeting science and technology.
I love the opportunities it brings, the creativity it allows, the priceless results it produces.
There's also a wonderful bonus that there is always something new to learn.
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I spent every waking moment learning, practicing, developing my skills and trying to find my niche.
I soon discovered what I enjoyed most was seeing people light up when they talked about their passions:
Fellow creatives and business owners who have followed their dreams.
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This is how I found my dream clients... you!
So believe me when I say, I understand passion.
I understand HOW to capture YOUR passion.
Let’s work together....
Get in touch so that I can capture the face, heart and story behind your business!