Are you ready because something new is coming: I’m launching limited Mini Brand Refresh sessions in August. These are 45 minute Outdoor shoots to update your headshots, socials, or fresh new brand photos.
They are Ideal for women in business, creatives, or entrepreneurs who want to level up their brand.
There are only 5 spots for August! Must be Preston or Manchester Based or a short travel distance. Weekdays only available. DM me or comment “REFRESH” to grab early access.
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The main thing I have learnt from this challenge is that your audience/ clients want to see your face and not just your products or services. My Instagram account has had more views in the last 30 days than it’s had in a long time. This challenge along with my weekly reels has made me become more visible. In fact in the last 30 days I’ve almost hit 12k views. So moving forward I’m going to try and make my account more of a mixture of reels, posts showing my face and the work I’ve created. So don’t be afraid to show the face of your business as well as what you offer.
Here’s today’s spotlight post. This is Sophie one of my clients who released her first ep last year. She hires me to do her Ep covers when she releases a new song. Sophie came to the studio fully prepared with props and I brought her vision to life. Going with the yellow background really complimented Sophie’s outfit. She let herself be in the limelight and these are the results. You can listen to Sophie’s songs @sophieadamsonmusic wherever you find your music. Sophie was also on bbc music introducing with one of her songs. This is what happens when you stop hiding and give yourself a chance. Are you ready for results like this? Then dm me or comment on this post.
Are you ready to feel seen in front of the camera? I’m now booking personal branding sessions designed to help you look AND feel like the confident, professional, you are, without the awkward poses.
What I’m offering: A 1:1 personal branding session that includes planning support, guided posing, and 10 high-res final images to help your brand look more professional to potential clients. You can use the images I have taken to help your brand get recognition.
Who it’s for: Women in business, creatives, and entrepreneurs who are ready to stop hiding from the limelight and show up for their business.
The result: You’ll walk away with content you’re proud to share across your website, socials, and brand materials.
This Week only Book before Friday at 9pm and you’ll get 20% off your shoot. But hurry because I’m only offering this to the first 3 people to book. Must be Preston or Manchester Based or a short travel distance. (Studio hire is not included as part of the offer)
People think being a photographer is just about having an observant eye or a fancy camera.
But here’s the truth: I’m not just clicking a button. I’m managing light, building a rapport with my subject, building confidence, calming nerves and creating something where the client goes you’ve really captured me here and sees themselves in a new light. Every portrait session is about understanding the person and not just clicking the shutter. I know I say this a lot but it’s the most important thing.
And behind the scenes?
Yes, I know how to use my gear. But more importantly? I know how to make you feel like you in front of the lens.
From the second you book, I’m already thinking about how to bring your personality to life, how to pose you without it feeling stiff or rigid, how to style and light you so that you recognize yourself.
I’m not just a creative, I’m running a business. That means strategy, marketing, editing, scheduling, client care, and still showing up and working hard every single day.
So no, I’m not just taking pictures. I’m doing something far beyond that. I’m telling stories that make memories and I’m helping people see themselves, sometimes for the first time.
Here’s the truth bomb: A camera doesn’t create connection, I do. It doesn’t matter what the photo looks like if you can’t see the connection in it.
Do you know anyone who needs to revamp their personal branding?
If your current photos feel a bit flat, outdated, or just don’t represent who you are anymore, I’d love to connect. Maybe you’ve been putting off booking a shoot because you’re not confident enough. That’s where I come in.
I specialize in helping women and creatives become more confident through empowering photography experiences. Together, we’ll create images that reflect not just how you look, but who you are and what you stand for.
If this sounds like you, or someone you know, I’d love an introduction. Let’s bring that personal brand to life with confidence and clarity.
Ten years ago today, I graduated with a BA in Media from Leeds Trinity University. Now, I’d like to reflect on what I’ve accomplished in the past decade. Here are some of my achievements and highlights.
During my studies, I developed a keen interest in photography, particularly fashion photography, which became the focus of my final project. This passion led me to enroll in a ten-week introductory photography course in 2015, after acquiring my first DSLR. I transitioned to mirrorless photography in 2021.
In June 2015, I joined the Preston Photographic Society, which significantly advanced my portrait photography skills and introduced me to various photography styles.
In 2016, I launched my photography website, www.lucyandthelens.com, and my Instagram account, @lucyandthelens, to showcase my work. While I only started creating Instagram reels in 2022, I strive to post new content weekly.
Joining the Preston Photographic Society encouraged me to participate in competitions and exhibitions. One notable exhibition was at the Harris Museum, where some of my photos were displayed digitally. I also have been part of the ongoing exhibits at Winckley Street Ale House, the lockdown exhibit and an exhibit we were asked to do by the council about a Victorian fair.
Here are a few of my photos that have been exhibited or placed in the top three in competitions:
In 2018, I returned to academia to pursue a master’s degree in photography at the University of Central Lancashire, which I completed in 2019. During my master’s program, we held exhibitions, including one focused on the Anthropocene and another final exhibition where I displayed three pieces of Sophie and a photo book on identity and performativity.
Over the past decade, I have been published in two magazines. My photo of Anna, titled “Ice Queen,” appeared in the Christmas issue of Through the Lens Magazine and remains one of my favorite shoots. I also had a set of photos of Katie published in Beautica Magazine, taken at a Lensor Creative event.
During the two years of lockdown, I found myself at my most creative. I revisited familiar places, capturing them in different seasons, and engaged in numerous Photoshop projects and FaceTime photo shoots. This period also saw my highest social media engagement.
One of my proudest moments came in 2019 when I was invited to photograph Cheshire Fashion Week through Instagram. I enjoy returning each year to work with both new and familiar models.
Another significant achievement was being invited to photograph the Mayor’s Ball in Preston in 2023, an opportunity extended to me by the then-mayor. For those who may not know, the mayoral office changes hands every 12 months.
A highlight of my career has been undertaking creative shoots for clients, such as EP covers for Sophie. These projects allow me to explore and push creative boundaries.
If your a creative. You need to find yourself a group of people to connect and create content with just like I did with Content Creation Girlies back in January.
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 identity of this musical endeavor.
Here is some of the images from one of the singles Fairytales. You can listen to her first 3 singles on Apple Music and Spotify and the next single will be released in Summer 2024.
