But Dave, how can I be myself in front of the camera when it feels so awkward? 📸 🤔

You know these old chestnuts.. those things we feel and say when a camera is pointing directly at us and we freeze to the spot in cold terror!

*What should I do with my hands?
*I can't get out of my head!
*I hate being photographed!
*How should I stand?
*How should I smile? Teeth, no teeth? 😐😬
*I don't like ' x ' about my appearance

Well I've got news for you. It doesn't have to be stressful and traumatic!

Yes, you might well have camera trauma from a past experience. The great news is that with me, you can overcome those fears and start to heal that trauma!

Wait, are you a psychologist or something Dave?

-Well yeh, kinda!

I'm a #photopsychologist. Try saying that fast three times!

But what the heck is a photopsychologist? Let me tell you.

*I will make abundant time and space for you; never rushing, always listening
*I will hold space for you to vulnerable, share what freaks you out, tell your story, be uncomfortable and then move through that to a place of increased confidence, chill and calm
*I will encourage you to turn your negative self-talk around and feel more positive about your self-image and life journey

Yes, YOU can enjoy being photographed too. Revolutionary thought! WHAT!

Just read my reviews. I'm all about helping you to feel welcome, comfortable, relaxed and to take the best photos of you that have ever been taken. I am that ambitious.

"I had the fortune of being recommended Dave as a portrait photographer, and the experience and results did not disappoint! (And I generally hate cameras!) Great communication and clear planning / expectation setting beforehand. On the day, he put me - a super camera shy gal - at ease really quickly. I didn't feel intimidated by either the camera or the situation, and leaned into his expert prompts for ideas on how to move and pose naturally through the process. It didn't feel like a photo shoot, more like taking some photos with a friend. Couldn't recommend Dave highly enough. Don't question your decision, just go book him!" Lucie Agolini

I've got all the time for you. I won't force you to do any weird poses, but I will guide you. Collaborate with you and hear your ideas. Advise you on what outfits to bring, what colours suit you, and how to chill and settle into yourself, so that the 'actual real you' can be photographed.

Bold claims. Good job I can back it up!

I run this portrait business from my heart and from my passion, and I really want to connect with you good people out there! Come see me for some outrageously good coffee, conversation and a game-changing photoshoot!