10 Things to Consider When Choosing a Newborn Photographer | Samphire Photography

Choosing a newborn photographer showing little girl fast asleep

You’re expecting a baby – congratulations!  That is such wonderful and exciting news. And you think you’d like to have some photographs taken once your little one has arrived.  This style of portraiture has grown hugely in popularity over the past couple of years. You’ve probably got a few questions about it though, so I’m […]

What is a Cake Smash Photoshoot? | Samphire Photography

Boy in vintage clothing having fun at his cake smash

Babies and parents alike love a Cake Smash photoshoot – but exactly what is a Cake Smash? A Cake Smash is a relatively new style of family photography, but certainly one that’s become increasingly popular.  It’s a trend that started in the USA and it’s pretty much what is sounds like. A big fun, cakey, […]

How to Prepare for your Maternity Photo Shoot | Samphire Photography

prepare for maternity photo

You’re pregnant! Many congratulations. As you busily prepare for the arrival of your little one, having your portrait taken may not be at the top of your to-do list. But you really want to capture this incredible part of your life in a photograph. So you book a photographer, and eek! Now what? Have a […]

Pregnancy Cravings (and Aversions) | Samphire Photography

pregnancy cravings and food aversions

Pregnancy cravings; they’re weird, aren’t they? You’ve never actually liked the taste of anchovies but before you know it you HAVE to eat them. In great quantities. With ice cream. Meanwhile, one minute you’d love nothing more than a hot cup of coffee and then – BAM! – the very smell of it makes you […]

The Importance of Displaying Your Images | Samphire Photography

showing the importance of displaying you images in the lounge

I know I have written before about the importance of being in portraits for your family. which advocated printing images. This time I would like to talk about the importance of displaying your images. You know, actually getting round to putting them up on your walls? For many of us, the use of smart phones […]

All Babies Are Born With Blue Eyes – Fact or Fiction?

baby portrait by Samphire Photography being used to demonstrate if all Babies born with Blue eyes

For a long as I can remember people have told me that all babies are born with blue eyes. But is this really true? Is it simply an urban myth or is there more to it? I know I tried to look with my own children. I know that one, out of the three of […]

Top Tips for Potty Training, by Samphire Photography

tips for potty training

If you are thinking it’s time for your little one to ditch the daytime nappies, perhaps you could do with some tips for potty training. Learning how to use the potty (and ultimately toilet) are major milestones for your child. And it won’t necessarily be without incident and accidents. But with patience, encouragement and good […]

Making a Time Capsule for 2021, by Samphire Photography

making a time capsule for 2021 by samphire photography

So we are almost out of – what will hopefully be – the last lockdown in the UK and I thought, why not do something together as a family to record this time. Life will all too quickly return to normal once we have a handle on the disease and how to live with it, […]

Simple Easter Crafts, by Samphire Photography

Easter crafts

So with Easter only a few weeks away I have been looking at some simple Easter crafts you can enjoy with your little ones to help pass the time. Salt Dough Easter Eggs You can get the children involved with not only the making of the salt dough but also the painting and hanging. These […]

Spring Cleaning Without the Chemicals | Samphire Photography

Spring Cleaning without the chemicals

So with spring almost here many of us are thinking about tackling a spot of cleaning.  However, in a world full of ever-increasing chemicals should we not be thinking of spring cleaning without the chemicals? Chemical-free cleaners are great for allergies, they help you save money and are great at reducing your plastic waste. Plus, […]

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