Welcome to my journal.

As a documentary family photographer and filmmaker, I specialise in capturing candid and real moments of life. My aim is to show you the beauty in the ordinary through unscripted, emotive photography.

As a brand photographer and filmmaker, I create outstanding visuals for your small business so you can show off your products and services and connect with your audience.

On this page, you can read about anything I find of value for you as well as my projects, plans and whatever I find worthy of documenting. Follow me into clients homes, behind the scenes of businesses and to exciting places far away.  And in between I’ll talk about the importance of documenting life, creating keepsakes for your family and telling your own story authentically.

These photos are not just for you

These photos are not just for you

The photos we take hold more value to others than to ourselves. That's why they're not just for us.

Anja portrait by Nadia Meli 2022

Be the client for your own service or product

This is a story of me learning to exist in front of someone else's camera and what that tought me serving my own clients.

What are Mini Portrait Sessions and why do you need them?

What are Mini Portrait Sessions and why do you need them?

Not ready to invest in a full Portrait or Personal Branding Session? These Mini Sessions might be for you then!

low tide mini family photo session

Best outdoor photo locations in Brighton&Hove

Let's explore the best locations in beautiful Brighton&Hove for you photo session.

benefits of personal branding photography and films

Why your brand photos are more than just some portraits

Ever thought about bringing your family along to a branding photoshoot? Your personal brand photos should represent you as a person in all…

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Don’t plan your photo shoot with Pinterest

There's a fine line between getting inspired and trying to replicate something you see in preparation for your photo shoot.

BTS behind-the-scenes exhibition tap dancer

On smashing goals and exhibiting my work

What do you do with all of your ideas and goals? Do you write them down? I have a little notebook for that and every now and then, one of…

Mirrors, selfies and the truth about portraits

Mirrors, selfies and the truth about portraits

There is a reason why most people don't like photos of themselves. Let me explain...

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Personal Branding vs Headshot Photography – What’s the difference?

What's the difference between a headshot and a personal branding photo session? Isn't it both juts portraits? Yes. but they're not the…

Documentary family photography for single parents

Documentary family photography for single parents

Family photography is not just for those with a functional 2-parent household. Single parents often have less time with their children -…

long portrait . Alice

long portrait . Alice

Long portrait of a blogger and writer from Brighton. Meet Alice.

long portrait . Rosie

long portrait . Rosie

Long portrait of Rosie, a young personal trainer with a love for kids and dogs.

long portrait . Ross

long portrait . Ross

Long portrait of Ross, a teacher that was forced to slow down.