Photographing my own family in Moscow
When I embarked on the journey to become a professional photographer back in 2007, I knew that even if I won't any money from photography, at least I'll be able to take good photographs of my family and friends. All my first steps were made by photographing my son, my...
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July 2020 – My Favourite Photograph of the Month
July has been a really busy month for me, which was so wonderful after the quite times during the lock-down. I had a great variety of work, with a mixture of Business Branding and Family portraits. I particularly enjoyed photographing many local families and working...
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Personal Branding Photo-Shoot with Carol
Yesterday we had an amazing afternoon in Maidenhead with Carol L., who is a Business coach and Mentor, helping entrepreneurs identify their goals and move their businesses forward. We all know that these days "people buy people" and our choices often depend on whether...
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Summer Special Photography Package
The lock-down has given many people an opportunity to explore their surroundings and discover many lovely places. In the last couple of weeks I have totally fallen in love with the poppy fields around Reading area... These flowers fascinate me and I've been taking my...
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Business Branding Session with Su McDonald
This week we had an amazing studio session with Sunaina McDonald - a Business Growth Mentor. Su is a very inspirational lady, combining her successful business with being a mother of two young children. And she is also writing a book! Su needed some images for her...
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Photo-sessions in the beautiful poppy fields
During the lock-down I've always been on a look-out for new photo-shoot locations and I've come across these beautiful poppy fields, which are pretty much a dream setting for photography. On Tuesday night we planned the shoot with my beautiful model Alexandria. Even...
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June 2020 – My Favourite Photograph of the Month
This month it's been so wonderful to work with the magical evening light. with the longest days in the year and lovely weather I've had a chance to create some beautiful portraits for families, individuals and couples. This photograph is my pick for June. I love the...
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Portrait Photo-Session with Margaret Preece in Rhododendron Woods
Earlier this week we had a fabulous afternoon with Maggie Preece in the rhododendron woods. We enjoyed exploring the vast forest in Known Hill, looking for a few remaining trees still in blossom. Maggie sang a few lovely songs during her photo-shoot, and in addition...
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May 2020 – My Favourite Photograph of the Month
The weather has been amazing this may and I had a few lovely photo-shoots in the stunning bluebells woods in Ruscombe. Here is one that I've chosen as my favourite's this...
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Lock-down Photography in May 2020
As lock-down restrictions started easing-off, more and more people began to feel comfortable to arrange their social-distanced photo-sessions outdoors. We've been blessed with the fantastic weather and absolutely spoiled for the choice of locations. So I've had a busy...
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My Top Five Favourite Portrait Photography Locations Around Twyford
Here is the list of my top 5 favourite portrait locations around Twyford. 1) Loddon Nature Reserve This hidden gem has absolutely everything for a perfect family portrait. There is plenty of space and plenty of shade, and many different photo-opportunities! 2....
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Fun photo-session with a ladybird
A great way to cheer-up during the lock-down is to dress up and take some fun photographs outdoors! That's exactly what we've done and it's been brilliant. We walked round the Loddon nature reserve, looking for suitable spots for the photos, and there were plenty of...
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April 2020 – My Favourite Photograph of the Month
April has been a very strange month, as the UK was still in the lock-down and I only had one portrait photo-session. I will never forget that beautiful warm Thursday afternoon in the Ruscombe woods. It was so much joy to be able to work again! Of course we had to be...
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COVID-19 Update and FREE FAMILY PORTRAITS OUTDOORS
As the UK has gone into a lock down, ABL Photography studio has temporarily closed down until further notice. Please read my Covid-19 Update here. To help families stay united and connected during this time, I am offering free family portraits from April 2020 till the...
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Henley Youth Festival 2020
It's always a pleasure to support Henley Youth Festival. Over the last two weeks, I've attended some very exciting events in different schools and in Kenton Theatre in Henley-on-Thames. Here is a gallery of some of my favourite photographs. [gallery...
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A business portrait photo-session with Tina Cleary
We had a lovely session with Tina on Friday afternoon, both in my studio and in Stanlake Meadows park behind my house. I was testing my new camera with my favourite telephoto lens, and I could not be happier with the outcome. We were so lucky with the weather, the sun...
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Kat and Chris’ Wedding in Basinstoke on Sunday
It was an absolute privilege to capture Kat and Chris' wedding on Sunday. Such beautiful couple and wonderful warm and sincere celebration of two people falling in love and deciding to spend the rest of their lives together. Even rainy and windy weather could not do...
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Lovely maternity session
Expecting a first baby is a very special time for every couple and it's so wonderful to be able to capture the exciting anticipation of baby's arrival. I had this lovely couple in my studio on Sunday and had lots of fun capturing their story in a unique way for them....
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“Joy – Recipes for Abundance” competition – win a signed copy of the book!
ABL Photography Joy Book Competition. I am very excited to have been part of the "Joy" book project. The aim of this book is to evoke joy and make this world a happier place. The book is now available on Amazon. This month I would like to give away one book to lucky...
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January 2020 – My Favourite Photograph of the Month
Oh, the power of hugs! My favourite photograph this month is of these beautiful sisters having a hug. I personally love hugs, so there is lots of hugs taking place in my studio.. It's great to feel the love and affection and simply love looking at this...
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