Amanda Herbert

Portrait Photography, Isle of Wight

You’re always having so much fun

Isle of Wight – Ryde Portrait Photography 

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I want to capture your life so perfectly  

I’ve a warm, friendly attitude and my easy-going nature makes me a firm favourite amongst first time models. I’m a big supporter of letting you take the lead.  I real­ly care that you’ve got­ten the most pos­si­ble fun out of your lifestyle session.  I love that I can look back at your photo session and see your personality, as it unfold­s before my lens.

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A very human story

People want a very real reminder of their smiles, laughter, and love. A photograph is a tangible reminder of their past, a sentimental connection to your loved ones. It’s important to remember those you love and to capture the most meaningful days of your family’s life.

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How I’ll look after you

I real­ly try to put my new families at ease. I start with send­ing you a welcome pack, guide­lines and style ideas for the lifestyle session so you real­ly know what to expect for their ses­sion. As soon as we meet-up I  make sure there is time to sit back and relax. It’s important that you feel com­fort­able and at ease. I always joke around with my clients and tell them, “no cheesy smiles please”.  I real­ly want to be able to capture your family’s life in pho­tos … it’s an adventure!

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What exactly makes a successful photograph?

HARNESS THE LIGHT WITH AMANDA HERBERT

Date: Saturday 4th July
Location: Zoom online learning
Places: one-to-one
Cost: £35.00
Camera system: Phones and DSLR’s

What exactly makes a successful photograph? 

Let’s take a simple headshot with an actor smiling towards the camera. Or a fun-filled picture of your children smiling as they eat at the breakfast table. Could it be a glance from nanna as she watches her grandchildren open their presents? What about your dog perched on the back of the sofa, watching the red squirrels in the garden?

Creating a ‘successful photograph’ is such a loaded term. It leaves you feeling dazzled, worried, and anxious. How do you get the best out of your ‘model’? What camera settings do you use?

Here’s where I come in.

I have a plan. And I’d like to share it with you in my ‘Harness the Light’ workshop.

Here’s what you’ll receive:

  • 1 hour of hands-on tuition covering,
  • where to find TFP models,
  • how to communicate with them,
  • create expression in your portraits,
  • what camera settings to use,
  • a pdf workbook with all the keynotes

The Workshop

This straight forward workshop will reveal the secrets of how I harness natural light. The session will start with a chatty introduction via zoom where you can share what exactly you’d like to learn. Demonstrations on how I create window-lit portraits will cover the how, why, where, and when to produce beautiful images. Sharing techniques to control, modify, and manipulate light to achieve well lit, easy to edit, and stylish portraits that can be replicated with ease.

Great reasons to discover your camera’s potential:

  • Receive engaging tuition with Mandy
  • Learn the secrets of how I build rapport
  • Access exclusive insider knowledge on harnessing natural light
  • Understand how to replicate beautiful soft light in your home
  • Get essential knowledge on repeatable camera settings

Which any way you look at it, enjoy a fresh approach to learning your camera and start improving your photography now.

So, you’re ready. Happy. Confident. Eager to share your photos with the world.

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How to create happy smiles in your portraits

You are prettiest when you are happy

I love this picture (not mine) found on the Facebook stream of a client I worked within the Autumn. At the age of *cough* I had ‘myspace’, I didn’t know anything about Facebook.

Later, all my photo buddies started using Facebook so I set up my own account – by the end of the year, I found family members I never knew I had, my circle of friends grew and plenty of new clients contact me via my business page.

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Natural expressions in your portraits

Ryde Portraits – Isle of Wight Photographer

Say “hello” to a new member of the ‘Amanda Herbert Photography’ crew – Sarah here is joining our team to support our social media presence.

As this is the first time Sarah has enjoyed a professional portrait session on the Isle of Wight, I thought I’d update an older blog post and one my most asked questions during mentorship programmes: How I generate true smiles and authentic expressions.

Jump down to read how I build rapport …

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The posing tips that always work – natural portraits in Puckpool Park

Natural, relaxed portraits in Puckpool Park

Learn modern posing tips that always work 

It’s not always the easiest thing in front of the lens. You can’t see what you look like on the back of the camera or know what’s working? We stand rigid, pull our face into a smile, and wait for the click. It’s a little bit like rushing to get ready in the morning when you add your make-up without using a mirror. With a dab of lipstick, a swipe of mascara, and a flick of the blusher brush – all done.

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Discover easy techniques that are always flattering.

Everything is in the right place, but does it look good? A quick check in the mirror before you head out and face the day, but for that niggling feeling, you’ve not quite got it right. With a little encouragement everyone can have flattering portraits, here are some tips that are guaranteed to work.

A girl clutches at her hair smilingHere’s the truth – almost everyone is concerned about the way they look!

#1 Push down from the back foot – this activates your core strength and firms your torso

#2 Turn your hips to the side – to create a slender profile

#3 Raise one shoulder – and turn your head to one side to create energy

#4 Lean over the belt – this slight adjustment will help lengthen your neck

#5 Chin moves forward & down – perfect for hiding wobbles under the chin

#6 Put your hands in your back pockets – to create a relaxed gesture

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Put your heart and soul into your portrait session

One last thought —the most lasting part of every portrait is your expression. You can have the most beautiful location, the perfect outfit, and just the right stance, but if you don’t recognise your expression, the photograph just won’t make it. Any time you have your portrait was taken – it’s personal, it is about YOU. It’s about creating photographs that reveal what you care about.

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Just when you rush out in the morning, you’ll check with colleagues at work or friends in the coffee shop whether your lipstick needs fixing? Ask your photographer for encouragement and feedback on your images.  If you feel comfortable and confident during the session, natural smiles will show through. Call to ask about your session and I’ll share my cheesy jokes that are guaranteed to make you smile.

I’ll be posting more ideas next week, for now, enjoy these other posts:

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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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