Amanda Herbert

Portrait Photography, Isle of Wight

What makes your portrait unique?

Appley Park is an easy location to use for your portraits

Each family has their own vision of what makes the perfect Saturday afternoon. I love reading the tit-bits people share on their questionnaire (but I’ve been sworn to secrecy). In Ryde, Saturday afternoon finds me browsing the food market, tasting samples in the chocolate shop and enjoying a coffee along Appley beach.  What makes each family unique is their outlook on life, which is why the focus of my photography is about capturing the vitality of each person, through a relaxed and unscripted style. The result? Spontaneous portraits that convey the very essence of a person in a natural way.

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3 questions you should always ask your professional photographer

Choose your portrait photographer with confidence

A women’s first professional portrait session is a momentous occasion.

Your heart swells with pride as a glance in the mirror for the final time.  But for a brief moment, the sight of your outfits, snug in the sports bag, has left you rather emotional.

Finding the right photographer is a little like starting dating all over again.

If the above rings true, then you are not alone. Modern women have long been asking the same question.

It’s important that you choose the ‘best fit’ for YOU, someone that will have the patience, thoughtfulness, and care that you’ve put into getting ready!

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3 approaches to ensure smooth sailing during your session

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Preparing for your session – creating natural portraits in Ryde

Natural, relaxed portraits on the Isle of Wight

How to prepare for your photo session …

… discover the best outfits for a portrait experience 

The problem with lifestyle photography is that we have too many choices. How do we narrow down our favourite outfits?

We flip through glossy magazines, peek at others in the changing room and think black is slimming. It’s easy to choose your favourite outfit, but how do we know if it photographs well or flatters our figure?

Preparing for your photo session should be fun, like getting ready for that birthday treat. Stylish portraits are created when you follow these simple tips.

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Relaxed portrait photographer, Ryde, Isle of Wight

Natural, relaxed portraits in Ryde, Isle of Wight

I met S. in my home to create these professional headshots. It felt really good to plan a straight forward session that lasted one hour. While the photographs below are classically posed, the smooth grey is the perfect backdrop for clean images and beautiful light to create clear, crisp portraits.

S. wanted to update his social media images to reflects his true personality in a flattering profile. The neutral clothes allow the focus to be on his features,  a modern gaze that creates a handsome profile. Let’s see how it all came about.

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About Me

Looking for an Isle of Wight portrait photographer?

The Isle of Wight is home for my family, we returned here six years ago, and feel so lucky to live right next to the Solent. There are so many beautiful locations around Seaview, Bembridge and Ryde and I offer bespoke packages to ensure you feel relaxed and confident about your experience. Being an experienced portrait photographer on the Isle of Wight means that you’ll look happy, confident and approachable in your portraits.

And that’s a promise.

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