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
12 March 2026·8 min read
Wedding Photography Contracts: What to Look For & Red Flags
Your wedding photography contract protects both you and your photographer. Here is what every contract should include, what clauses are non-negotiable, and the warning signs that something might go wrong.
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Wedding Tips
12 March 2026·7 min read
What Should Be Included in a Wedding Photography Package?
Wedding photography packages vary enormously — from basic coverage to full albums and engagement sessions. Here is exactly what to look for, what is standard, and what you should negotiate before signing.
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Wedding Tips
12 March 2026·9 min read
How to Choose a Wedding Photographer in 2026: Complete Guide
Choosing your wedding photographer is one of the most important decisions you will make. A practical guide covering style, portfolio review, meetings, contracts, and red flags — so you can choose with confidence.
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Business Headshots
12 March 2026·7 min read
Author & Speaker Headshots: Creating Your Visual Brand
Authors and speakers need photographs that convey personality, expertise, and register — far more than simple identification. A complete guide to author and speaker portrait photography.
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Business Headshots
12 March 2026·7 min read
Professional Headshots for Doctors, Lawyers & Healthcare Workers
The register required for medical and legal professional headshots is specific — authoritative and trustworthy, formal enough for regulatory profiles, accessible enough for human connection. A guide to getting it right.
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Portrait Tips
12 March 2026·9 min read
Building Your Modelling Portfolio: Everything You Need to Know
A complete guide to building a modelling portfolio from scratch — the essential image types, how many shots you need, what agencies look for, and how to avoid the expensive mistakes most new models make.
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Business Headshots
12 March 2026·7 min read
Headshot Photographer in Glasgow: Your 2026 Guide
Glasgow's varied urban fabric — Merchant City sandstone, the West End's Victorian architecture, and Finnieston's creative quarter — provides excellent context for professional headshots in Scotland's largest city.
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Business Headshots
12 March 2026·6 min read
Indoor vs Outdoor Headshot Photography: Which Is Better?
Indoor and outdoor headshot photography each offer distinct advantages. A direct comparison — lighting control, background options, weather dependency, and consistency for team shoots.
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Business Headshots
12 March 2026·7 min read
Professional Headshots for Women: What to Wear & How to Pose
A complete guide to professional headshots for women — outfit choices, hair and makeup considerations, posing principles, and finding a photographer who understands your professional context.
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Business Headshots
12 March 2026·7 min read
Professional Headshots for Men: The Complete Guide
A complete guide to professional headshots for men — what to wear, how to prepare, what happens during the session, and how to use your images effectively across LinkedIn and press materials.
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Business Headshots
12 March 2026·6 min read
What Colours to Wear for Your Headshot (and What to Avoid)
Colour choice is one of the most significant decisions in headshot photography. A guide to the colours that photograph well, the colours to avoid, and how to match your outfit to your industry and skin tone.
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Business Headshots
12 March 2026·6 min read
Headshot vs Portrait Photography: What's the Difference?
Headshots and portraits serve fundamentally different purposes. A clear comparison covering framing, lighting, background, expression, and the appropriate use case for each image type.
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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.