Yana Skakun
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Photography Blog
Tips, guides, venue spotlights and behind-the-scenes stories from my photography sessions across England.
Business Headshots
10 July 2026·8 min read
What Is a Brand Photo Shoot? Everything a Small Business Owner Needs to Know
Heard the phrase "brand photo shoot" but not sure what it actually involves? A Cambridge photographer breaks down what happens, how to prepare, and why independent businesses can't afford to skip it.
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Business Headshots
10 July 2026·8 min read
Brand Photography for Sole Traders: You Don't Need a Big Budget to Look Professional
A big production isn't what most sole traders need. Here's how a focused, budget-conscious brand session — using your own space, a tight shot list, and honest preparation — gets you genuinely professional images without the four-figure spend.
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Business Headshots
10 July 2026·8 min read
Small Business Photography: Why Professional Images Are the Best Marketing Investment You'll Make
Blurry phone snaps and stock photos quietly undermine every other marketing pound you spend. Here's why a single well-planned photography session is one of the highest-leverage investments a small business can make.
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Photography Tips
10 July 2026·8 min read
Do I Have to Pay for My Wedding Photographer's Travel Expenses?
Travel costs on a wedding photography quote can feel confusing. Here's the honest UK-industry standard on when you should expect to pay, how much is fair, and what should always be agreed in writing.
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Photography Tips
10 July 2026·8 min read
Can I Stop My Wedding Photographer from Posting My Photos Online?
Wondering whether you can keep your wedding photos off your photographer's Instagram and website? Here's the real UK legal and contractual picture, plus how to put your preferences in writing before you book.
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Photography Tips
10 July 2026·8 min read
Can I Print My Wedding Photos Anywhere I Want? (Print Releases Explained)
Paying for wedding photography doesn't automatically mean unrestricted printing rights. Here's what UK couples actually need to know about copyright, print releases, and why some photographers restrict where you print.
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Photography Tips
10 July 2026·7 min read
Is 6 Hours Enough for Wedding Photography? A Full Breakdown
Six hours is the most common wedding photography package length in the UK — but is it enough for your day? A detailed, honest breakdown of what it covers, where it falls short, and how to stress-test your own timeline.
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Photography Tips
10 July 2026·8 min read
How Many Hours of Wedding Photography Do You Actually Need?
Six, eight or ten hours? Here is a practical, honest breakdown of how coverage length maps onto a real UK wedding timeline, so you book exactly what your day needs.
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Photography Tips
10 July 2026·8 min read
Why the RAW vs JPEG Debate Matters for Your Wedding Photos
RAW versus JPEG isn't a technical footnote—it directly affects how well your wedding photographer can correct tricky lighting, recover once-only moments, and keep your gallery's colour consistent from ceremony to dance floor.
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Photography Tips
10 July 2026·8 min read
Can I Ask My Wedding Photographer for the RAW Files? Explained
It is a fair question to ask, but almost every UK wedding photographer will say no. Here is why RAW files usually aren't handed over, and what you should be receiving instead.
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Venue Guides
10 July 2026·8 min read
Industrial Chic Wedding Venues in London: A Visual Guide
From Hackney warehouses to Battersea's turbine halls, London's converted industrial spaces offer a bold, graphic backdrop for weddings. Here's how to choose one and what it means for your photographs.
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Venue Guides
10 July 2026·8 min read
Top 5 Castle Wedding Venues in England Fit for Royalty
From Anne Boleyn's childhood home to the Duke of Northumberland's cinematic seat, a photographer's honest guide to five of England's most photogenic castle wedding venues and how to choose between them.
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Photography Blog — Tips, Guides & Inspiration
Welcome to the photography blog by Yana Skakun — a professional photographer based in Cambridge, England. This journal covers everything from practical wedding planning guides and engagement session advice to family photoshoot tips, newborn photography guides, portrait session prep, and venue spotlights across Cambridgeshire, London, and East England.
Whether you're a couple planning your wedding, a family getting ready for a seasonal portrait session, or a professional preparing for a headshot shoot — you'll find honest, experience-based advice here. Every article is written from real sessions and years of capturing life's most meaningful moments across England.