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 June 2026·6 min read
Nigerian Traditional Wedding Photography: Colours, Culture, and Joy
How to capture the vibrant colours, rich traditions, and infectious joy of a Nigerian traditional wedding ceremony.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
Greek Orthodox Wedding Ceremony in the UK: What to Expect
A guide to the beautiful traditions and key photographic moments of a Greek Orthodox wedding ceremony held in the UK.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
Best Asian Wedding Venues in London: A Photographer's Guide
A curated guide to London's most beautiful venues for Asian weddings, with photography tips for each location.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
Why You Need a Second Shooter for Large Asian Weddings
Large Asian weddings have multiple simultaneous events — a second photographer ensures nothing is missed from preparations to ceremony.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
Planning a Multicultural Wedding in the UK: A Photography Perspective
How to plan and document a multicultural wedding that honours both traditions beautifully, with advice for couples and photographers alike.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
Hindu Wedding Photography: Key Moments Not to Miss
A guide to the most important rituals and moments to capture at a Hindu wedding, from Baraat to Saptapadi.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
Photographing the Hora at Jewish Weddings: Tips and Techniques
How to capture the energy and joy of the Hora circle dance at Jewish weddings, including positioning, settings, and timing.
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Wedding Tips
10 June 2026·6 min read
Jewish Wedding Photographer London: A Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about finding and working with a Jewish wedding photographer in London, from Chuppah coverage to reception dancing.
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Venue Guides
10 June 2026·7 min read
Luxury Wedding Venues in Suffolk: Manor Houses and Estate Weddings
Suffolk's finest luxury wedding venues — historic manor houses, Elizabethan halls, and estate properties offering full private hire for high-end weddings.
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Portrait Tips
10 June 2026·9 min read
What to Wear for Fitness and Gym Photography
Fitness photography has its own visual logic — clothing needs to work under gym lighting, during active movement, and communicate expertise and authenticity. This guide covers personal trainers, gym brands, progress photography, and what to avoid.
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Photography Tips
10 June 2026·5 min read
How to relax and feel natural during a photo session
Most people feel awkward in front of the camera — but there are simple, proven techniques to help you feel relaxed, look natural, and genuinely enjoy your session.
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Venue Guides
9 June 2026·7 min read
Intimate Wedding Venues in Suffolk: The Best Small Wedding Spaces
A guide to Suffolk's most beautiful venues for small and intimate weddings — barns, manor houses, woodland spaces, and rural settings for under 80 guests.
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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.