Yana Skakun
Journal
Photography Blog
Tips, guides, venue spotlights and behind-the-scenes stories from my photography sessions across England.
Wedding Tips
16 March 2026·12 min read
What to wear for wedding photos: A photographer's complete guide
From fabrics that photograph beautifully to how different dress colours behave in light — here's everything a wedding photographer wishes every couple knew about styling for stunning photographs.
Read More
Photography Tips
15 March 2026·6 min read
What Is Personal Branding Photography and Do You Need It?
Personal branding photography is more than updated headshots — it's a deliberate visual identity for your business. Here's what it involves and whether it's worth it.
Read More
Photography Tips
15 March 2026·5 min read
The Ultimate Baby Shower Gift: A Newborn Photography Voucher
Nappies, sleepsuits, and muslin cloths — practical and forgotten by week three. A newborn photography voucher gives new parents images of this irreplaceable window that they'll keep forever.
Read More
Family Tips
15 March 2026·6 min read
Family Photo Colour Palette Guide: What Colours Look Best
Colour coordination can make the difference between a cohesive, timeless image and one that looks dated. A guide to choosing complementary palettes, which tones photograph best, and the patterns to avoid for beautiful family portraits.
Read More
Family Tips
15 March 2026·7 min read
Extended Family Photography: How to Coordinate Large Groups
Organising a shoot with grandparents, cousins, aunts and uncles across multiple generations takes planning. A practical guide to coordinating extended family sessions — from scheduling and location to posing large groups on the day.
Read More
Family Tips
15 March 2026·6 min read
Best Ages for Family Photos: A Photographer's Guide
Every age brings something different to a family session — from the unpredictable magic of toddlers to the easy confidence of older children. A guide to what to expect at each stage and how to get the most from your session.
Read More
Venue Spotlights
15 March 2026·9 min read
Lincoln Cathedral Wedding Photography: A Stunning Historic Venue
Lincoln Cathedral was once the tallest building in the world. Its Norman nave, Angel Choir, and magnificent hilltop setting above the Lincolnshire plain make it one of the most extraordinary wedding ceremony venues in England.
Read More
Venue Spotlights
15 March 2026·9 min read
Lavenham: England's Most Photogenic Village for Weddings
Lavenham is the best-preserved medieval town in England — 300 timber-framed buildings, the Great Guildhall on the Market Place, and a wool church of cathedral scale. For wedding photography, it is simply extraordinary.
Read More
Wedding Tips
15 March 2026·7 min read
Golden Hour in Summer: Why 9pm Light Makes Perfect Wedding Photos
In English summer, golden hour falls between 8:30 and 9:30pm — long after most wedding breakfasts are over. Understanding this changes how you plan your wedding day. A complete guide to golden hour timing and how to build it into your schedule.
Read More
Wedding Seasons
15 March 2026·9 min read
Summer Wedding Photography in England: Long Days, Golden Evenings & Wildflower Meadows
English summer weddings offer something no other season can — golden hour at 9pm, wildflower meadows in full bloom, and long warm evenings under open skies. A photographer's guide to making the most of England's prime wedding season.
Read More
Wedding Seasons
15 March 2026·8 min read
Cherry Blossom Wedding Photography in England: Pink Clouds & Romance
Cherry blossom transforms England for two weeks each spring — creating clouds of pink and white that are among the most romantic natural environments for wedding photography. A guide to timing, the best locations from Cambridge to Kew, and how to photograph blossom beautifully.
Read More
Wedding Seasons
15 March 2026·8 min read
Bluebell Season Wedding Photography: England's Most Magical Natural Backdrop
England's bluebell woodlands offer a 3–4 week window of extraordinary natural beauty each spring. A complete guide to bluebell season timing by region, the best woodland locations near Cambridge, and how to photograph bluebells beautifully.
Read More
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.