Welcome to the People & Portraiture blog, where I share real-life photoshoots, practical tips, and thoughtful advice to help you get the most from your photography experience. Whether you’re planning a baby session, family portraits, wedding photography, or a personal shoot, you’ll find inspiration and guidance here. My aim is to capture people naturally — full of character, connection, and emotion — and these articles will give you a behind-the-scenes look at how I do it, along with helpful hacks to make your session relaxed and enjoyable.
A group of five diverse teenagers pose together for a commemorative portrait session, capturing their youth and individual sense of style. These stylish Teenage photographs were expertly taken at The Studio on the Hill to showcase the unique personalities and strong bond between these friends.
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Teenage Friends Photography Gallery Photographing Teenagers: Why Friends Make All the Difference Photographing teenagers can sometimes be a little tricky. They are at an age where they can be wonderfully…
Check back regularly for special offers! A Little Something for Half Term We know that family finances are being stretched at the moment. With the cost of getting everyone back…
A dedicated conservationist pauses amidst a vibrant landscape of blooming purple heather and golden gorse in Dorset, reflecting her deep-seated obsessions with habitat preservation and wildlife monitoring. By working directly within this fragile ecosystem, she highlights the critical role that fieldwork plays in maintaining the natural beauty and biodiversity of the region. #jerryfennerphotography #newforestphotographer #dorsetwildlife #conservationist #heatherfields #naturephotography
Explore the Obsessions Portrait Photography Gallery An experiment in portrait photography Obsessions began as another opportunity to play, experiment and stretch my photography. I wanted to explore what happens when…
A gentleman dressed in an elaborate Steampunk ensemble poses for a portrait, bringing a sense of Victorian-futuristic adventure to the historic grounds of Mrs Perkins Mausoleum in Christchurch, Dorset. His refined look and curious gaze embody a deep fascination with historical narratives and personal Obsessions, blending tradition with creative fantasy in this atmospheric setting.
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Steampunk Portrait Photography: Photographic Playtime A day of photographic play Back in 2012, I organised a little photographic play session with two other photographers, a handful of willing volunteers and…
A clear sky frames this multi-generational family photograph, captured with bright, even lighting that highlights each individual. The composition places the family against the natural textures of Hengistbury Head, Bournemouth, on a crisp November morning.
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Family Photography at Hengistbury Head, Dorset, When Plans Change (and It Still Works Beautifully) Create Lasting Memories with Family Photography Last November I was invited to photograph something rather special…
Where moss-laden branches cradle ancient whispers, she sits, a spirit woven from earth and starlight, her gaze seeking the wild heart within.#jerryfennerphotography #newforestphotographer #deepintothewildwood #forestspirit #mythicphotography #naturemagic #wildwood #ancientforest #earthmagic
Nikita's reflections on our Photography Session Deep into the Wildwood: A Model’s Perspective Every session in the forest is a collaboration — not just of ideas, but of trust, intuition,…
