Yana Skakun
Journal
Photography Blog
Tips, guides, venue spotlights and behind-the-scenes stories from my photography sessions across England.
Venue Guides
19 June 2026·7 min read
Cambridge Union Society Wedding Photography: Historic Debating Hall
What makes the Cambridge Union Society building special as a wedding venue — the historic debating chamber, adjacent Round Church, and portrait opportunities along the Backs.
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Wedding Tips
18 June 2026·7 min read
Black Tie Wedding Photography: Classic Elegance in London
Black tie weddings ask more of a photographer than most other styles — here is how I approach light, formalwear, and grand London venues to capture their particular elegance.
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Venue Guides
18 June 2026·7 min read
Cambridge Corn Exchange Wedding Photography: Victorian Grandeur
What to expect from wedding photography at the Cambridge Corn Exchange — the space, the light, how the day typically runs, and how to use the surrounding city for portraits.
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Family Tips
18 June 2026·9 min read
What to Wear for Twins Photography
Whether to match, coordinate, or individualise twins outfits is one of the most frequently asked questions in family portrait photography. This guide covers every age from newborn to adult, and explains how to create photographs that celebrate both the bond and the individuality of twins.
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Family Tips
17 June 2026·8 min read
Best Parks and Outdoor Locations for Family Photos in Cambridge
A photographer's guide to the best outdoor locations in Cambridge for family sessions — Grantchester Meadows, Jesus Green, Milton Country Park, Wandlebury, and more.
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Wedding Tips
16 June 2026·7 min read
Industrial Warehouse Wedding Photography in London & Manchester
Exposed brick, steel beams and factory light create some of the most atmospheric wedding photography around — here is what couples should know before booking an industrial venue in London or Manchester.
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Family Tips
16 June 2026·6 min read
Why Annual Family Photos Are Worth It: A Photographer's Case
The case for making professional family photography an annual habit — why the ordinary years matter, how children change faster than you expect, and why the investment compounds.
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Portrait Tips
16 June 2026·9 min read
What to Wear for a Golden Hour Photography Session
Golden hour light transforms ordinary clothing into something luminous — but only if the colours and fabrics are chosen to work with warm, directional sunset and sunrise light rather than against it. This guide covers the best tones, fabrics, and session-specific considerations.
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Venue Guides
16 June 2026·11 min read
The best wedding venues in London for 2026: A photographer's guide
London has more exceptional wedding venues than any other city in England — from Kensington Palace Gardens to Hackney Town Hall, from grand hotels to intimate canal warehouses.
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Wedding Tips
15 June 2026·7 min read
Dry Hire Wedding Venues: Photography Logistics You Need to Know
Barns, marquees, and empty-shell venues make for stunning wedding photographs, but they demand far more planning than a full-service hotel. Here is how I approach timelines, weather, light, and supplier coordination for dry hire days.
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Photography Tips
15 June 2026·6 min read
Personal Branding for Authors: Book Launch Photography
Author photographs are everywhere — on book covers, in press kits, on speakers bureaus. Most look like they were taken on a phone in a hallway. Here's how to do better.
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Family Tips
15 June 2026·6 min read
Golden Hour Family Photography: When to Book for the Best Light
Why golden hour produces the most beautiful family portraits, what the timing is across UK seasons, and how to plan your session around the best light of the day.
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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.