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This is my little corner of the internet where I share real stories from shoots, honest photography tips, and a behind-the-scenes peek at life as a Sussex photographer.
Whether you're planning a wedding, expecting a baby, or just wondering if a family photoshoot is worth it (spoiler: it is!), there's something here for you.
Real stories, tips and a little behind-the-scenes from a Sussex photographer
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A Chapel Barn Wedding That Felt Like Home The only way I can describe Hollie & Jacob’s wedding at Chapel Barn in Bolney, is…home. You know when you’re with your kind of people in a place that feels so relaxed and welcoming. Like a big, warm hug. They both got ready in the morning with […]
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By Amy Barnes | Sussex Family Photographer Hey you 👋 Getting the whole family together for photos … grandparents, grown-up kids, partners, babies, toddlers, can feel a bit overwhelming! There’s different ages, different energy levels, and about eleven different opinions on what you should all wear. It’s easy to assume the whole thing will be […]
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… And What It Actually Looks Like Who is Rachel Caws? Rachel is a bridal hair and makeup artist, and if you’ve ever seen her work, you’ll understand immediately why brides keep recommending her. She’s calm, warm, and completely in her element on a wedding morning … the kind of person who makes you feel […]
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By Amy Barnes | Sussex Family Photographer Hey you! Can I tell you something I genuinely believe with my whole heart? The photos you’ll love the most are the ones that’ll make you do a little happy exhale five years from now. They are almost never the ones where everyone was perfectly still, looking directly […]
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By Amy Barnes | Sussex Wedding Photographer Hey you! 👋 So, you’re engaged … first of all, congratulations! What an exciting, slightly overwhelming, totally wonderful time. There are a lot of decisions coming your way, but if there’s one I’d encourage you to put near the top of your list, it’s choosing your wedding photographer. […]
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Hello you! 👋 If you’ve been wondering whether a West Wittering Beach family photoshoot is actually right for your family … especially with little ones and bedtime routines to think about … you’re not alone. It sounds perfect, doesn’t it? Golden light, sandy toes and happy chaos. But it can also feel slightly daunting if […]
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Hey you 👋 Let me guess… every time someone suggests a family photoshoot, you picture yourself awkwardly posing in a studio with a forced smile, your kids frozen in their camera grins, and everyone just a bit bored and over it before the shutter’s even clicked. Sound familiar? This idea of “family photography” is everywhere […]
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Let’s start here… do you actually need a headshot? If even reading the word “headshot” makes you picture stiff suits, blue-grey backgrounds, and the awkward school photo smile… you are not alone. I’ve lost count of how many small business owners reach out to me thinking, “I need a headshot,” but what they’re describing is […]
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Welcoming a new baby is a big moment, not just for parents, but for big brothers and sisters, too. If you’re planning a newborn photoshoot and also have older children, you might be wondering… how do we make sure they feel part of it all? Hey I’m Amy, a newborn and family photographer based in […]
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If we haven’t met yet … hello, 👋 I’m Amy! I photograph newborns and families across Sussex, creating relaxed, storytelling images that highlight the love (and all the chaos) of family life. Let me ask you something… when you think about a newborn photoshoot, do you picture a baby asleep, alone on a tiny beanbag, […]
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