It has been 34 years since I lost my father. I was 4 years old and I do not have many memories of my dad. However, having lost my dad at such a young age, I know firsthand how important family photographs are. How important it is to see your past selves, your parents,...
Family photos have the incredible power to transport us back in time, evoking memories of ordinary moments that hold extraordinary significance. For most of us it is financially impossible to hire a family photographer for each day of your life, so YOU are the actual...
It is so important for me that parents capture their own family life. Of course they can hire me for a photography session, which gets everyone in front of the camera and you get someone to create beautiful family photos for you. This is super valuable; however it is...
As a documentary family photographer in London I have noticed how great my style of photography works with families and children who are neurodivergent. Every family holds a unique story and my job is to highlight the beauty and authenticity of each family and their...
There's a common misconception about documentary family photography: the idea that the photographer fades into the background. That I will be awkwardly lurking in a corner while photographing you. But, in reality, it's quite the opposite. I don't aim to be a silent...
Life isn’t meant to be lived perfectly…but merely to be LIVED. Boldly, wildly, beautifully, uncertainly, imperfectly, magically LIVED.– Mandy Hale In life it is so easy to strive for perfection, but that perfect moment is rarely there. Instead, it is a moving target....
Buying a camera, to photograph your family or to take pictures for your business with, can be very daunting. There are so many different brands, sizes, and specs to consider. In this article I hope to help you think more about what it is you want and need from your...
Often when we think of family photography, we think of studio portraits or that they are best done outdoors. However, there are so many great reasons to do your photo session right from the comforts of your own home. In this blog I want to give you 7 benefits of doing...
Photography activities to entertain your kids with during the half term! Another school holiday is around the corner. They come so incredibly quickly and often! It can be hard to think of how to entertain the kids at home. And often I am too late to book some of the...
Being in your family photos is important! I often hear people, mainly women, tell me that they are worried that they will look awful in the photos. That I should just only take the picture of their children, or if I can avoid their arms because they are not happy with...
I’m a London based Family and Business photographer and filmmaker, but I can travel far and wide.
Drop me an email at saskia@portrayyourstory.co.uk, give me a call on 07500702577 or find me on social media, I’d love to hear from you.
