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
29 April 2026·7 min read
Planning a Vow Renewal in Europe: A Photographer's Guide
Thinking about renewing your vows somewhere in Europe? Here is what actually goes into planning and photographing that kind of day, from choosing a location to what you receive afterwards.
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Wedding Tips
29 April 2026·6 min read
What to Do If Your Wedding Photographer Cancels
Rare but real — wedding photographer cancellations do happen. A practical guide covering contracts, wedding insurance, emergency replacement photographers, and how to protect your booking.
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Destination Weddings
29 April 2026·7 min read
Cliffs of Moher Elopement Photography: Ireland's Most Dramatic Coastline
The Cliffs of Moher rise 214 metres above the Atlantic Ocean along the Clare coast — sheer vertical faces of dark Namurian shale, stretching 14 kilometres and facing the open horizon of the western Atlantic.
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Family Tips
29 April 2026·9 min read
What to Wear for First Day of School Photos: A Guide for Parents
The first day of school photograph is one you will return to for the rest of your life. This guide covers the uniform, the moment, and how to make sure you are in the frame too.
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Business Headshots
28 April 2026·7 min read
Professional Photography for Tattoo Artists: Portfolio, Headshots, and Brand
Your portfolio photographs are your most powerful booking tool. A guide to professional photography for tattoo artists — finished work, process documentation, studio environment, and headshots.
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Wedding Tips
28 April 2026·7 min read
Seville & Andalucía Wedding Photography: Flamenco, Oranges & Moorish Perfection
Seville's Real Alcázar, the Barrio Santa Cruz, and the white-washed villages of Andalucía — Moorish architecture, orange blossom, and the warmest light in Europe. A destination wedding guide to southern Spain.
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Destination Weddings
28 April 2026·8 min read
Edinburgh Wedding Photography: The Castle, Calton Hill and the Old Town Closes
Edinburgh is one of the most dramatic city photography environments in Europe — a medieval Old Town built on a volcanic ridge, crowned by a 12th-century castle, threaded with narrow closes and wynds, and surrounded by hills.
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Wedding Tips
28 April 2026·10 min read
Winter wedding photography in England: Everything you need to know
Winter weddings are dramatically underrated. Bare trees, low light, open fires, and the extraordinary quality of December and January light — here's how to work with winter rather than against it.
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Wedding Tips
27 April 2026·7 min read
Vow Renewal Photography in Cambridge: A Complete Guide
Vow renewals are some of the most relaxed sessions I photograph. Here is how a Cambridge renewal actually comes together, from choosing a season to what happens on the day.
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Family Tips
27 April 2026·7 min read
Siblings at Family Photoshoots: Managing Rivalry and Capturing Real Moments
Sibling rivalry, refusals, and mid-session meltdowns are normal — and a skilled photographer has seen them all before. A practical guide to making a multi-child family session work beautifully.
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Destination Weddings
27 April 2026·7 min read
Mallorca Wedding Photography: Finca Estates, Ancient Olive Trees and the Tramuntana Mountains
Mallorca is the Mediterranean's premier finca wedding destination — stone farmhouses surrounded by ancient olive trees, the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range designated UNESCO World Heritage, and turquoise calas (coves) below dramatic cliffs.
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Family Tips
27 April 2026·10 min read
What to Wear for Christening Photography: Baby, Parents, and the Whole Family
A christening or baptism is one of the most photographically rich family occasions of early childhood. What the baby wears is often decided — what everyone else wears requires more thought.
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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.