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
10 July 2026·8 min read
Complete Guide to Planning a Cambridge Wedding: Best Local Suppliers
A practical, category-by-category guide to choosing photographers, florists, caterers, cake makers, hair and makeup artists, bands, videographers, and planners for a Cambridge wedding.
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10 July 2026·8 min read
Why Having High-Quality Video Thumbnails Matters for YouTubers
A blurry phone selfie can quietly cap a channel's growth. Here's why professionally shot, well-lit thumbnails matter for click-through, brand consistency, and how sponsors judge your channel.
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10 July 2026·7 min read
5 Ways to Repurpose Brand Photography Across Your Social Media
One photoshoot can fuel months of content if you plan it right. Here are five practical ways to stretch brand photography across Instagram, LinkedIn, Reels, and your website.
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10 July 2026·8 min read
Content Creator Photography: What to Expect from Your Session
A genuine, no-fluff walkthrough of a content creator photography session — from briefing and outfit planning to on-the-day direction and what you actually receive afterwards.
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10 July 2026·8 min read
How to Build a Consistent Instagram Feed with Professional Photos
A beautiful gallery is only half the job. Here is how to turn wedding, engagement, and portrait photography into a genuinely consistent, scroll-stopping Instagram feed.
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10 July 2026·8 min read
Including Your Dog in Family Photos: What You Need to Know
Bringing your dog along to a family or wedding photo session takes more than hoping for the best. Here is how to plan timing, prep, and composition so your dog feels like a real part of the story.
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10 July 2026·8 min read
How to Prepare Your Dog for an Outdoor Photoshoot
From tiring them out beforehand to packing the right treats, here's how to get your dog camera-ready for an outdoor portrait session or wedding-day cameo — without the stress.
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10 July 2026·8 min read
Best Dog-Friendly Parks for Photos in Cambridge
From Wandlebury's golden woodland to Grantchester Meadows and Midsummer Common, here's a Cambridge photographer's honest guide to the best parks for relaxed, natural dog photography.
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10 July 2026·8 min read
How to Get Natural Shots of Your Dog: Tips from a Photographer
Forget "sit and stay" — real dog photography is about eye-level angles, noise, movement and burst mode. A Cambridge photographer's honest guide to capturing your dog looking genuinely like themselves.
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10 July 2026·8 min read
Why Professional Pet Photography Is Worth It
A dog or cat's life is short and rarely documented well beyond blurry phone snaps. Here's an honest look at why a professional pet photography session is a genuine investment, not an indulgence.
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10 July 2026·8 min read
Cake Smash vs Traditional First Birthday Portraits: Which Is Best?
Cake smash or traditional portraits for your baby's first birthday? An honest comparison of both formats, including what each session actually involves, to help you choose what suits your child.
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10 July 2026·8 min read
The Best Bakeries for Smash Cakes in Cambridge
From bespoke home bakers to supermarket counters, here's how to choose (and order) the perfect Cambridge smash cake for a first birthday photoshoot that photographs beautifully and survives the smash.
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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.