A Simply Scandi Moment!

Happy Simply Scandi Sunday! ✨

If you have followed me for a while now then you will know that I am a huge fan of Simply Scandi magazine and really look forward to each new edition coming out throughout the year (best way to spend that first Sunday morning of the new season!)

A big dream of mine as a photographer has been to get my work into publications, something that I was very fortunate to have happen last year with some of my product photography work. It was seeing these publications that pushed me to make 2025 the year that my photography print work have its moment too, photography prints that have made their way to new homes around the world.

Two Lavender Line Photography best sellers : Whitepark Waves meets To The Pier

I can’t tell you just how special it is that for my first photography print publication it be with Simply Scandi magazine and having not one, but two features in there! Seeing the magazine for the first time while going through the airport to visit two of my biggest cheerleaders was an unforgettable moment and one that this small business owner will not forget! 🫶🏻

To The Pier - Ballycastle, Northern Ireland

Whitepark Waves - Whitepark Bay, Northern Ireland

I couldn’t resist this being my first blog post of 2025 and marking this big moment with a mini photoshoot, it’s not every day that you find your work in your favourite magazine! So, here is to stepping out from those comfort zones, taking a chance and following those dreams!

Simply Scandi Spring edition is out now, get your copy today!

Lavender Line Photography original photography prints ready and waiting for their new homes with you!

Love From The Emerald Isle

‘Whether it’s St Patrick’s Day or not, everyone has a little luck o’ the Irish in them’ - Laura Sommers

Hello March and hello St Patrick’s Day bank holiday weekend!  In honour of the Emerald Isle I decided to put together a small collection of some favourite coastal locations showcasing what this beautiful island of ours has to offer!

I won’t lie, it wasn’t an easy selection choice as there are so many dreamy locations that I have been lucky enough to photograph over the years, but I’m sure you will agree that the Emerald Isle has a coastline you don’t want to miss out on… especially when it comes to chasing sunsets!

From Ballycastle to Whitpark Bay, Dunseverick Castle to the Giant’s Causeway, Murlough Bay to Murlough Beach and let’s not forget the stunning coastline of Ireland’s most northernly point: Malin Head, just to name a few!

So, which location would be your first choice to tick off that bucket list?

P.S. Don’t forget that you can add a touch of your favourite Emerald Isle moments to your home decor by browsing my Love Northern Ireland and Love From Ireland Etsy shop sections, or getting in touch to request a customised photography print just for you!

That Emerald Isle Magic!

Happy St Patrick’s Day Weekend! ☘️

It’s that time of year when all focus is back on the beautiful Emerald Isle and the stunning sites and locations it has to offer!

I may be a little biased, but it makes me so happy and proud to hear just how many people have fallen in love with our wee country, the special memories made with loved ones and how they can’t wait to come back and explore more of the island, recreating the magic!

It’s one of the most rewarding parts of my job, to see my photography prints make their way to new homes around the world and knowing that they are that special keepsake gift to mark an unforgettable trip. It’s a feeling that will never grow old!

Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge : have you crossed it yet?

Reflection : Dublin’s famous Ha’Penny Bridge

The North Coast : it doesn’t get much better than a north coast sunset!

To Moher : the famous Cliffs of Moher, County Clare

From Belfast to Dublin, the Giant’s Causeway to the Cliffs of Moher, Five Finger Strand to Whitepark Bay and the Cavehill to the Mourne Mountains…just to name a few! There is a little something for everyone to celebrate their love for the Emerald Isle!

So, why not treat yourself or a loved one to a favourite Lavender Line Photography print this St Patrick’s Day Weekend with some Northern Ireland and Ireland best sellers!

Puttin' On The Glitz

‘What did you do all day? Dream’ - Seeker

Goodbye February, Hello March! So, after two weeks of unexpected downtime thanks to catching that little known virus that has been doing the rounds since March 2020, I am finally getting myself back on track and in the planning stages of a new photography series. Although it has been around ten days since testing negative, I have found that I am still struggling at times with my energy levels, bouts of tiredness and concentration. I guess it’s true what they say about that brain fog!

As it had left me feeling quite low and uninspired I decided to enroll in the lovely Jenny’s @Nordic_Stories online community where she shares a behind the scenes look at how she creates her beautiful images. I have been following Jenny for awhile now and always find her work so refreshing.  I don’t know what it is about that Nordic style, but I find myself being more and more drawn to it, a moment of calm in an ever-changing, fast paced world.

Be sure to follow Jenny’s beautiful storytelling : @nordic_stories

I think it’s important as a creative to look for new sources of inspiration, to being open to learning new skills and to approach projects with a new way of thinking. It’s then that you find the ideas and creativeness begin to flow again freely… which leads me to my new project!

New Project Vision Board : Inspired by @HorizonFound’s teachings at The Photographers Path, Created on Canva, Images sourced from Pinterest

I want to create a photography series that combines my love of vintage with my love of beaches (my take on calm versus fast-pace). I can picture it in my head, the shots that I want to capture but I’m not completely sure how it will turn out. That’s what makes photography so exciting, not knowing if and how certain elements will come together, but finding a way to make it work to get that all important shot!

From Pinterest to Pinboard

Some Lavender Line Photography Ocean favourites!

So stick around and let’s see how it all comes together!

Dream. Believe. Achieve

‘Because you believed, it happened’

Kicking off 2023 with another business goal of mine ticked off the list : 500 Etsy sales! I think it’s important as a small business owner to celebrate all wins no matter how big or how small they may seem! Although it took a little longer than ticking it off my 2021-2022 list, it makes me so happy to know that even in these difficult financial times we find ourselves in with a cost of living crisis, people are still connecting with my photography. It really is true what they say, whenever you buy from a small business, an actual person does a little happy dance!

So, here is to chasing dreams and ticking off that next business goal!

‘Success is a series of small wins’

Dream. Believe. Achieve

Welcoming Winter Wonderings

“Winter is not a season, it's a celebration” - Anamika Mishra

I can’t believe that we are into mid-November already! It’s been a busy few weeks at Lavender Line HQ and getting ready for Christmas at the studio! If you follow @LavenderLinePhotography on Instagram you will have seen that the decorations are well underway and will be available for purchase very soon!  I have also been working on a winter print series which means you will soon be able to add some of your favourite locations in a winter style to your home decor!

Below is a sneak peek of some winter scenes coming to Lavender Line Photography next week!

‘Amsterdam Nights’ - Coming Soon

‘A Radio City Christmas’ - Coming Soon

‘Winter Wanderings’ - Coming Soon

There is also a very special Limited Edition Winter print ready and waiting for its new home! ‘In The Air’ was taken on a flight back from a magical trip to Stockholm and captures my first Scandinavian sunset.

There are just 5 available for purchase and a special coupon code below to make for the perfect gift this Christmas, don’t miss out!

‘In The Air (Somewhere Over Stockholm)’ - 16x12” Limited Edition Print

A Moment With Lavender Line

“Wherever you go becomes a part of you somehow.” -  Anita Desai

I’m taking a different approach to Wanderlust Wednesday today and sharing some best selling prints that have made their new home in countries such as America, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy and Sweden to name a few. It’s what I look forward to most;  seeing what print has caught the attention of the client, the story behind their print purchase and the country that is next to pin on my sales map. It makes it even more special when it is a print from home and seeing the love that people have for our beautiful coastline as well as the memories it holds. It’s a feeling that will never get old!

Below are just some of those LLP favourites!

Whitepark Waves : A touch of those Whitepark Bay waves to give that hit of vitamin sea!

To The Pier : It’s a written rule that you must stand here to appreciate the view when visiting Ballycastle Beach!

Golden Hour Mournes : A must-visit sunset location!

Ballycastle Blues : It’s hard not to fall in love with North Coast views like this!

Do you own a Lavender Line best seller? I’d love to see how it has settled into its new home! #LavenderLineAtHome

Love From Stockholm

It seemed only right that after an unforgettable trip to the beautiful city of Stockholm that I create an exciting new photography series based on some of my favourite Stockholm scenes! From Gamla Stan to Sodermalm, first morning light to colourful night and many cobbled streets and lakes along the way… there is a little something for everyone!

Introducing the newest city print to the Travelling Squares Series; Hello Stockholm!

Love From Stockholm : Sodermalm Moments

Love From Stockholm : Stockholm Nights

Do you have a favourite print or would you like to see a certain scene added to Love From Stockholm series? These are just some of the prints available to purchase for your home decor or to gift that someone special with a real love for this beautiful city! Be sure to check Love From Stockholm on Etsy to see more!

Love From Stockholm : Stockholm Pinks

Escape The Ordinary

Hello November!  

Two weeks ago saw the return of my first official post-covid craft fair in the exciting new Banana Block Belfast with East Block Bazaar!  It felt so good to be out there again and interacting with people, something that I have really missed during this pandemic.  I have always really enjoyed talking to people about my work and the memories that it brings forward for them of a certain time / location.  I have also found that craft fairs are a great way to plan ahead for future print series and learning exactly what it is that people want to see in print.

The support for Banana Block and our first craft fair was incredible, it felt like life was somewhat normal again with the hustle and bustle.  The sun was shining, the music (curtsey of @SoundAdviceBelfast) playing and the excitement everyone had made it a craft fair to remember!  A huge thank you to everyone who decided to spend their Saturday with us at East Block Bazaar and to those who made Lavender Line Photography purchases,  each and every sale really does mean so much and is so appreciated.  

If you have made a Lavender Line purchase then please feel free to share it in its new home with hashtag #LavenderLineHomeDecor, I would love to see!

Goodbye August, Hello September!

‘And the sun took a step back, the leaves lulled themselves to sleep and autumn was awakened’ - Raquel Franco

Goodbye August, Hello September!

I can’t quite believe we are at the beginning of a new month and a new season already! Where did Summer 2021 go?!  I don’t know about you, but at times it feels like we are still in that crazy non-existent March 2020 timezone!  It’s funny how a lack of travel and holidaying somewhere foreign throws you off a sense of time like that.  I can’t wait for that first proper getaway and ticking off those months / seasons the right way…. maybe then I will get used to the fact that we are in Autumn 2021 and not Spring 2020!

Autumn is a favourite season of mine, I always look forward to getting out and about to capture those changing colours and cosy scenes.  There is no better feeling than that first walk with crisp air and rustling leaves.  I’ve made it a goal of mine to visit somewhere new and exciting each year and although last year’s Autumn was basically spent in lockdown, I was finally able to tick Stormont off my list.  This year I am hoping for the Mournes! It’s one that has been on my list for a while now, so what better than an autumn adventure to kick it off!

‘Chasing Gold’ - Stormont October 2020. Don’t forget that you can add a touch of Autumn to your home decor by checking out my Etsy Print Shop (click above image)

Do you have a favourite place you like to visit during Autumn or do you like to change it up each year? I would love to hear about your favourite locations or places you would recommend visiting!