Recently, I had the pleasure of being invited onto the Commercial Photographer Podcast to talk about a subject that comes up surprisingly often within the photography industry: whether photographers need to specialise in one niche in order to build a successful business. It is a topic that generates plenty of debate, particularly as many business […]
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Tips, tricks and advice from your resident photographer, Simply C, specialising in commercial photography for Suffolk businesses. Feel free to comment and share any of the below blog articles!
Construction Photography Tells Some of the Best Business Stories
A case study featuring Sun Enviro. When people hear the words industrial photography, they often picture manufacturing plants, spotless production lines and rows of machinery. Over the last couple of years I have spent a lot of time working alongside businesses involved in industrial, engineering, manufacturing, construction, demolition, waste management and circular aggregate supply and they have become some of the most exciting and rewarding environments I have photographed. One of […]
Every Business Has a Visual Story. Binder Shows Why That Matters.
One of the things I enjoy most about commercial photography is discovering what makes every business different. Before I ever pick up a camera, I spend time understanding how a company operates, what matters to its people and how it wants to be seen by its customers. Those conversations often reveal that the most interesting part of any […]
Simply You Editorial Portraits
Showing the person behind the position When people enquire about business photography, one of the first things they usually ask for is a set of professional headshots. Whilst there will always be a place for a great portrait, I think the conversation has moved on. Businesses are no longer Simply looking for a photograph to accompany a […]
Why Irresistible Photography Is About More Than Just the Food
When people think about food photography, it is often the finished image that comes to mind. A perfectly presented dish, beautiful natural light and colours that almost allow you to taste the food through the photograph. Whilst these elements are certainly important, the reality is that successful commercial food photography is about far more than […]
Personal Branding Photography Is About More Than a Headshot
When people hear the phrase personal branding photography, they often assume it is something reserved for large companies, high profile executives or influencers. In reality, it is just as important, if not more so, for the people who run their own businesses because personal branding photography is about more than a headshot. One of the […]
Bespoke Photography vs AI; What Will Your Brand’s Images Say About You After August 2026?
Bespoke Photography vs AI is a conversation I am having with many people across all markets at the minute. It is clear that artificial intelligence has transformed the way brands create content. What once required photographers, designers, videographers and creative teams can now be generated in a matter of seconds. AI tools are producing images, […]
Preparing Your Property for Summer: Why Photography Matters More Than Ever
As we move into the summer season, demand for short term lets, holiday homes and weekend stays begins to increase. This is often the busiest and most competitive time of year for property listings, particularly on platforms such as Air BnB. Whether you are listing a single property or managing multiple holiday lets, this is […]
Capturing Care, Not Just Spaces: Working with Supported Living Providers
There is a real difference between photographing a space and capturing what that space truly represents which is why Care Services Photography is so important as this Case Study details. Recently, I have been working across a number of properties that supports adults to live independently within shared homes. These are not just houses. They […]
Headshot Photoshoot Tips Three Things I Tell Every Client Before a Headshot
Headshot Photoshoot Tips. Preparing for a headshot photoshoot can feel like a big deal. Whether it is for your website, your social media or your wider marketing, there is often a pressure to “get it right”. What to wear, how to look, what to expect. Over time, I have found there are three simple things […]