Yana Skakun
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Photography Blog
Tips, guides, venue spotlights and behind-the-scenes stories from my photography sessions across England.
Photography Guide
10 June 2026·6 min read
Tipi Wedding Photography: How to Capture the Festival Vibe
A Cambridge wedding photographer shares how to capture the relaxed, boho festival vibe of a tipi celebration, from golden hour to firepit moments.
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Photography Guide
10 June 2026·6 min read
Marquee Wedding Photography: Tips for Epic Lighting and Atmosphere
How to light and capture a marquee wedding from soft daytime canvas glow to that showstopping dusk portrait, from a Cambridge wedding photographer.
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Wedding Planning
10 June 2026·6 min read
Planning a Chateau Wedding in France: What You Need to Know
A UK photographer's honest guide to the logistics, legalities and three-day timeline behind planning a romantic French chateau wedding.
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Wedding Planning
10 June 2026·6 min read
The Best Time of Year to Elope in Iceland
From midnight sun to the northern lights, a Cambridge wedding photographer's honest month-by-month guide to the best time of year to elope in Iceland.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
Why You Should Book a UK Photographer for Your Destination Wedding
Why flying your trusted UK wedding photographer abroad delivers the trust, communication and consistent gallery a last-minute local hire rarely can.
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Wedding Planning
10 June 2026·6 min read
Destination Wedding Cost: France vs Italy (2026 Guide)
A UK wedding photographer's honest side-by-side budget breakdown of France vs Italy, including the hidden costs couples always forget.
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Wedding Planning
10 June 2026·6 min read
Top 10 Wedding Venues in Lake Como for an Unforgettable Day
A Cambridge wedding photographer's guide to the ten most photogenic villas and gardens on Lake Como, and what makes each one sing in front of a lens.
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Wedding Planning
10 June 2026·6 min read
How to Legally Get Married in Italy: A Guide for UK Couples
A UK photographer's practical guide to the paperwork, residency rules and legal steps for marrying in Italy as a British couple.
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Wedding Inspiration
10 June 2026·6 min read
The Best Wedding Gifts for Parents: Why a Mini Album Wins
After a decade shooting weddings in Cambridgeshire, I've found one parent gift that always brings tears: a duplicate mini album of your day.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
How to Choose Photos for Your Parents' Wedding Album
A wedding photographer's curation method for building the perfect parent keepsake album, from first looks to the generational frames they'll treasure most.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
Canvas vs Fine Art Paper: Which is Better for Wedding Photos?
A Cambridge wedding photographer compares canvas and fine art paper for your wall art — texture, glare, longevity and which suits your photos.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
How Big Should You Print Your Wedding Photos? A Sizing Guide
A Cambridge wedding photographer's practical guide to matching print size to your photo's resolution, your frame and the wall it will live on.
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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.