Yana Skakun
Journal
Photography Blog
Tips, guides, venue spotlights and behind-the-scenes stories from my photography sessions across England.
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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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
The Cost of a Professional Wedding Album Explained
A Cambridge wedding photographer breaks down what really drives professional wedding album cost, why quality varies so much, and UK price ranges.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
How to Design Your Own Wedding Album (And Why You Shouldn't)
A Cambridge wedding photographer's honest guide to designing your own wedding album, and the real case for trusting a professional design service instead.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
Why Digital Files Aren't Enough: The Importance of a Wedding Album
Hard drives die and the cloud forgets you. Here's why a printed wedding album is the only memory of your day built to last a lifetime.
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Wedding Planning
10 June 2026·6 min read
The Best Vegan Wedding Caterers in the UK
A Cambridge wedding photographer's guide to the standout plant-based caterers serving show-stopping, cruelty-free menus across the UK.
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Wedding Inspiration
10 June 2026·6 min read
Sustainable Wedding Confetti Alternatives That Look Great on Camera
Dried delphinium and biodegradable petals that protect your venue and photograph beautifully — a Cambridge wedding photographer's guide.
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Wedding Planning
10 June 2026·6 min read
Top 10 Eco-Friendly Wedding Venues in the UK
A Cambridge wedding photographer's honest pick of ten genuinely sustainable UK venues, from organic farms to off-grid barns, plus tips for a greener day.
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Behind the Scenes
10 June 2026·6 min read
Carbon Neutral Wedding Photographer: How I Offset My Travel Emissions
How I measure, cut and offset the real emissions of shooting weddings across Cambridgeshire, from tighter travel to UK printing and verified offsets.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
Sustainable Wedding Albums: Recycled Paper and Vegan Leather Options
A Cambridge wedding photographer's guide to recycled paper and vegan leather albums that feel luxurious and last for decades.
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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.