Yana Skakun
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Photography Blog
Tips, guides, venue spotlights and behind-the-scenes stories from my photography sessions across England.
Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·5 min read
The Biggest Mistake Couples Make During Family Formals
The single decision that turns family portraits from smooth and quick to chaotic and long — and how to avoid it.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·5 min read
Not Booking a Second Shooter: What You Actually Miss Out On
The specific moments a second shooter captures that a solo photographer physically cannot — and why it matters more than couples realise.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·5 min read
Don't Skip the First Look: Brides Share Their Timeline Regrets
Real observations from brides who regret their timing decisions — and what to do differently on your wedding day.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·5 min read
The Missing Shots: 15 Photos Brides Always Regret Not Asking For
15 specific photographs that couples consistently wish they had — and exactly how to brief your photographer to get them.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·5 min read
How to Avoid a Double Chin in Your Wedding Photos
The simple technique for avoiding an unflattering chin angle — and why posture and camera angle matter most.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·5 min read
How to Stop Blinking in Photos: A Photographer's Secret
Why people blink in photographs and the exact technique photographers use to eliminate it from group shots.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·5 min read
How to Pose Large Groups at Your Wedding Efficiently
The practical system for organising and photographing wedding groups of 10, 20, or 100 people in under five minutes.
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10 June 2026·5 min read
Groomsmen Photo Ideas: Relaxed, Cool, and Natural
How to photograph the groomsmen in a way that feels natural, fun, and full of personality — no forced lining up required.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·5 min read
Bridesmaids Photo Ideas That Aren't Cheesy
Natural, contemporary ways to photograph your bridesmaids that feel celebratory and personal rather than generic.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·5 min read
Veil Photo Ideas: From Under the Veil to Flying in the Wind
Every creative veil shot explained — how each is achieved, what you need, and when in the day they work best.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·5 min read
How to Hold Your Wedding Bouquet Naturally in Photos
The most common bouquet-holding mistakes and how to carry your flowers in a way that looks effortless in photographs.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·5 min read
Bridal Portrait Ideas: Classic, Editorial, and Moody
The three main approaches to bridal portraits, what each style looks like, and how to brief your photographer.
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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.