Author: lucy and the lens

  • Fairytales Ep Cover

    Excited to share a behind-the-scenes glimpse into my recent work. I’ve been working with Sophie Adamson music on creating striking single covers for her first EP. Each image tells a unique story, reflecting the music’s mood and energy. It’s a wonderful journey translating sound into visuals. Grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the visual…

  • International Womens Day

    A couple of weeks ago it was International Women’s day so here’s a selection of women I’ve photographed in the last year:

  • Aligning Your Brand Strategy

    Back In November, I attended a captivating talk by Carly-Soulful Strategy on aligning brand strategy, with moms in business. Selecting clients who resonate with your brand is pivotal. It’s crucial to heed your inner voice and silence those who doubt your capabilities. Crafting and sharing your brand story not only imparts insight but also fosters…

  • Weekly Affirmations

    Ever since October’s networking event with Mrs. Mindset at mums in business I’ve had the affirmation card on my desk that reads, “I have the power to choose…” (how I live my life). I’m wondering if anyone uses weekly affirmations, and if so, whether they find them helpful. For me, affirmations are a way to…

  • The Subconscious Mind With Mrs Mindset at Mums In Business

    Back in October 2023 I went to a networking event with mums in business, having realised you don’t have to be a mum but a woman in business. The talk was with Mrs. Mindset talking about how your subconscious mind affects business without you knowing. It was all about how our subconscious minds prevent us…

  • How Have You Developed Your Skills As A Photographer?

    How have you developed your skills as a photographer? I have developed my skills as a photographer through experimentation, my photography society, masters, workshops, YouTube videos and books. Firstly I started off by teaching myself photography through experimentation and trial and error by planning my own shoots before I’d even picked up a book or…

  • Capturing Emotion In Photography

    Today I’m going to talk about the concept of capturing emotion in photography. Emotion is a difficult concept to capture in any art form, but particularly in photography. Images are two-dimensional and can often seem flat and lifeless. Yet, a good photographer knows how to use light, composition and timing to create images that evoke…

  • Creating A Strong Personal Brand as A Photographer

    Here are my thoughts on why it’s important to create a strong personal brand as a photographer. A personal brand is the way you present yourself to the world. It is the sum of what people say about you when you’re not in the room. Your personal brand is what sets you apart from everyone…

  • You Are Your Own Worst Critic

    Most of us can relate to the feeling of staring at a photo for too long, second-guessing our every move. For me, this happened just last night. I was trying to pick a photo for a competition, and two hours and 30 images later, I finally made a decision. Even then, I found myself acting…

  • Take Time To Relax

    It’s always good to take the time to relax and have a holiday. I do this a few times a year and here are a few reasons why you should too: Taking a break from work can help you to relax and recharge, which can in turn lead to increased productivity and motivation when you…