Yana Skakun
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Photography Blog
Tips, guides, venue spotlights and behind-the-scenes stories from my photography sessions across England.
Venue Spotlights
26 March 2026·8 min read
Wells Cathedral Wedding Photography: England's Smallest Cathedral City
Wells in Somerset is England's smallest city, dominated by one of the finest Gothic cathedrals in the country — Wells Cathedral, with its extraordinary scissor arches, the medieval Bishop's Palace, and the moated cathedral close. A photographer's guide to Wells wedding photography.
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Venue Spotlights
26 March 2026·7 min read
Glastonbury Tor Engagement Photography: Mystical Somerset Summit
Glastonbury Tor is one of England's most mythologically charged landscapes — a lone hill crowned by the medieval tower of St Michael rising from the Somerset Levels with views that stretch to Wales on a clear day. A guide to engagement photography at one of Somerset's most special places.
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Venue Spotlights
26 March 2026·7 min read
Pulteney Bridge Engagement Photography: Bath's Most Iconic View
Pulteney Bridge is one of only four bridges in the world lined with shops on both sides — a Palladian masterpiece spanning the Avon that frames one of Bath's most photographed views. A complete guide to creating outstanding portraits around Pulteney Bridge.
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Venue Spotlights
26 March 2026·7 min read
Royal Crescent Engagement Photography in Bath: Georgian Grandeur
The Royal Crescent in Bath is one of the most instantly recognisable Georgian streetscapes in the world — a sweeping arc of 30 honey-stone townhouses overlooking Victoria Park. A guide to planning stunning engagement portraits against Bath's most iconic architecture.
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Headshot Tips
26 March 2026·12 min read
What to Wear for a Personal Branding Photoshoot: Complete Guide
Your brand photography outfits are a strategic decision. From colour psychology to industry-specific advice — a comprehensive guide to dressing with intention for your branding session.
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Wedding Tips
26 March 2026·8 min read
How to Find the Perfect Wedding Photographer in Cambridge
Cambridge has a thriving wedding photography scene — but choosing the right photographer for a Cambridge wedding means understanding the unique challenges of shooting in a UNESCO-grade historic city. A complete guide to finding and briefing your Cambridge wedding photographer.
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Wedding Tips
26 March 2026·10 min read
Getting Married in Cambridge: The Complete Photographer's Guide
Cambridge is one of the world's most beautiful cities for a wedding — a UNESCO-nominated city of medieval colleges, punted rivers, blossoming meadows, and extraordinary light. Everything you need to know to plan your wedding photography in Cambridge.
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Venue Spotlights
26 March 2026·11 min read
Best Wedding Venues in Cambridge & Cambridgeshire (2026 Guide)
Cambridge has some of England's most extraordinary wedding venues — King's College Chapel, Clare College, The Fitzwilliam Museum, Hotel du Vin, and The University Arms nestled among the meadows and rivers. A photographer's definitive guide to the best wedding venues in and around Cambridge.
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Photography Tips
25 March 2026·5 min read
Headshots for CVs: What UK Employers Actually Want to See
CV photos in the UK are optional but increasingly common in certain sectors — and a strong headshot can make your application more memorable. What UK employers and recruiters actually pay attention to in a professional CV photo.
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Photography Tips
25 March 2026·6 min read
Work from Home Headshots: Professional Photos Without an Office
Working remotely doesn't mean your professional image should suffer. Home-shoot headshots — done right — look every bit as polished as a corporate studio session. Tips for lighting, backgrounds and creating a professional result from your home.
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Photography Tips
25 March 2026·7 min read
Team Headshots: How to Organise a Corporate Photo Day
A corporate photo day for your whole team doesn't have to be stressful. With the right scheduling, clear communication and a photographer who knows how to work efficiently, you can get consistent professional headshots for everyone in a single day.
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Venue Spotlights
25 March 2026·8 min read
Exmoor National Park Wedding Photography: Moorland, Valleys & Sea
Exmoor straddles Somerset and Devon — a national park of ancient oak woodlands, heather moor, deep combes, and the only coastline in England where moorland meets the sea directly. A photographer's guide to Exmoor weddings and engagement sessions.
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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.