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
28 February 2026·6 min read
Wedding reception photography: Capturing the party properly
The reception is often the most unpredictable part of a wedding day photographically — first dances, speeches, cake cutting, and spontaneous moments. Here's how to make the most of it.
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Wedding Tips
28 February 2026·6 min read
Wedding morning photography: Capturing the getting ready moments
The getting-ready part of a wedding morning is often the most emotionally intense. Here's how to prepare your space and what to expect from your photographer.
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Wedding Tips
28 February 2026·7 min read
Wedding detail photography: Every shot you need on your day
Rings, shoes, flowers, table settings, venue architecture — wedding detail photography tells the story around the story. Here's what to include and why each detail matters.
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Headshot Tips
28 February 2026·7 min read
Executive portrait photography: What senior leaders need to know
Why C-suite headshots and senior leader portraits are different from standard headshots — and how to plan a session that reflects your seniority and personal brand.
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Family Tips
28 February 2026·6 min read
Cake smash photography: The complete guide for baby's first birthday
Everything parents need to know about a cake smash session — what to prepare, what to expect, and why these messy, joyful portraits are worth every crumb.
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Wedding Tips
28 February 2026·9 min read
The most beautiful wedding venues in Suffolk: A photographer's guide
From medieval barns in Constable Country to coastal manor houses — a professional photographer's guide to Suffolk's finest wedding venues.
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Wedding Tips
28 February 2026·8 min read
How much does wedding photography cost in the UK? (2026 guide)
What you're actually paying for when you hire a wedding photographer — and how to find the best value at every budget. A transparent breakdown from a UK photographer.
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Wedding Tips
20 February 2026·6 min read
Black & white wedding photography: Timeless classic or old-fashioned?
Black and white wedding photos have a timeless, emotional quality that colour sometimes can't match. But when should you go mono — and when should you stick with colour?
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Wedding Tips
10 February 2026·7 min read
15 essential questions to ask your wedding photographer before booking
Booking a wedding photographer is a big decision. These 15 questions will help you find the right person, understand what you're getting, and avoid any nasty surprises.
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Wedding Tips
5 February 2026·7 min read
Documentary wedding photography: What it is & why you'll love it
Documentary (or reportage) wedding photography tells the full story of your day — authentic, unposed, and deeply emotional. Here's what to expect and why it's become so popular.
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Photography Tips
1 February 2026·5 min read
Valentine's Day Photoshoot Ideas for Couples in Cambridge
Skip the restaurant reservation. A couples portrait session in Cambridge gives you something lasting — images from one of England's most beautiful cities at its most atmospheric.
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Wedding Tips
22 January 2026·6 min read
Rainy wedding day? Here's why it makes stunning photos
Rain on your wedding day isn't bad luck — it's a creative opportunity. Here's why overcast skies and even a light shower can make for the most beautiful and romantic photographs.
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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.