Yana Skakun
Yana Skakun
Journal
Tips, guides, venue spotlights and behind-the-scenes stories from my photography sessions across England.

A complete guide to professional headshots for men — what to wear, how to prepare, what happens during the session, and how to use your images effectively across LinkedIn and press materials.
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Colour choice is one of the most significant decisions in headshot photography. A guide to the colours that photograph well, the colours to avoid, and how to match your outfit to your industry and skin tone.
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Headshots and portraits serve fundamentally different purposes. A clear comparison covering framing, lighting, background, expression, and the appropriate use case for each image type.
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Finding a newborn photographer in Cambridge — what to expect, when to book, safety considerations, and how to choose between studio and in-home options.
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Autumn is the most requested season for family photography. A guide to understanding autumn colour timing, choosing the right woodland, and making the most of golden October light.
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Spring is the most actively beautiful season for family photography in England. A guide to timing sessions around cherry blossom, bluebells, and the progression of spring light.
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The best images of children almost never come from children who are cooperating — they come from children who are fully themselves. A guide to the techniques and games that produce authentic, joyful portraits of children at any age.
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A complete guide to family photography sessions — from choosing a location and timing around golden hour, to preparing your children and deciding what to wear.
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Outfit choice is one of the most tangible preparations you can make for a maternity session. A practical guide to what photographs well — flowing dresses, colours that work, and what to avoid.
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The timing, location, and outfit choices for your maternity photoshoot all affect the outcome significantly. A complete guide covering the optimal pregnancy week, best locations, and what actually photographs well.
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In-home newborn sessions let your baby stay in their own environment. Here is everything you need to prepare — room temperature, lighting, decluttering, and what to expect on the day.
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The right outfit choices keep the focus on your baby and the connection between your family. A practical guide to newborn photoshoot outfits — neutral palettes, coordinating without matching, and what to avoid.
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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.