From Camera to Capture

A sneak peek to a fab product photography shoot with the lovely Storybox from last week and the exciting new additions coming very soon to her business! You know you are on to a winner when the packaging photographs so well!

From camera to capture to content

Storybox - gifting small boxes with big impact! #GiftsWithPurpose

If you are a small business owner who is in need of some product photography shots to help with your business content then please do not hesitate to get in touch. My product photography shoots can be something that we do together or that I can work remotely at in my studio with your products sent to me, meaning that you do not have to take time out of your busy work schedule to create content.

Book your product photography shoot today!

Client Testimonial : The images I received were stunning. Emma’s passion and creativity really sines through in her photos and her dedication to delivering high-quality work. I would recommend Emma to anyone and will be using her services going forward as well. Thank you so much for helping to showcase my brand so beautifully - Purscents

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!

A Mini Escape With Mindful Moments Coasters!

“You've got to get up every morning with determination if you're going to go to bed with satisfaction” - George Lorimer

That feeling of complete satisfaction when you finally tick that big job off the to-do list!

As I mentioned in an earlier blog post, I can be the worst at putting off the photography work needed for Lavender Line Photography because my attention is needed elsewhere within the business or I run out of time from one week to the next. So, I decided that enough was enough and that this would be the week when I finally put that long awaited job to the top of my work to-do list… and I am very pleased to say that I can now finally tick a product shoot with my Mindful Moments Coasters off the list!

Mindful Moments - a must have photography accessory for your favourite mugs and glasses! A coaster with purpose, encouraging you to : Breathe, Relax and Seek Everyday Magic!

I’m not sure if it was a lack of inspiration that kept this shoot on the back burner, but once an idea came to mind I couldn’t wait to get stuck in and photograph these beautiful coasters, a product that has always done well for me at craft markets, but one I would like to make available online too. I mean who doesn’t love the idea of some sunset vitamin sea and some words of wisdom to accessorise their favourite mug or glass?!

Mindful Moments Coaster : And Breathe

Mindful Moments Coasters were created to help give that sense of mini escape with that first cup of tea or coffee in the morning and that evening glass of wine. To take the time out to just : Breathe, Relax and Seek Everyday Magic!  These coasters also make for the perfect workspace accessory, a way to brighten up your desk area with a beach scene, and help inspire you when things might feel a little overwhelming. A Mindful Moment to put yourself first!

Mindful Moments Coaster : Seek Everyday Magic

Mindful Moment Coasters are now available for purchase on Etsy, the perfect touch of North Coast vitamin sea to gift yourself or that someone special, don’t miss out!

(Also available for purchase at @Storybox)

Lavender Line Photography Meets Lavender Scents!

‘Melt, Pour & Enjoy’

As briefly mentioned in my last post, I recently had an exciting product photography shoot with the fabulous Purscents, a sustainable candle business that encourages us to breathe new life into our empty jars with their beautiful nature inspired scents. Not only are you helping to repurpose and help the environment with your Purscents purchases, but you have the added fun of pouring your own candles too, something that makes it so much more personal and something that I couldn’t wait to do!

It seemed only right that ‘Rise N Shine’ be the first candle I make and photograph given that Lavender is its main ingredient along with Lemon and Bergamot, a match made in heaven if you ask me! A quick read of the instructions and I was ready to get to work!

Step One : The placing of the lead free candle wick to jar bottom, ready to bring Rise N Shine to life!

Step Two : Place compostable refill pouch in the microwave for two minutes and Rise N Shine is ready to pour!

Step Three : Once set, your new candle is ready for lighting, bringing those beautiful natural scents into your home!

Step Four : Easy to extinguish, leaving a beautiful aroma around the home while looking pretty in its surroundings!

Coming from a completely creative background I couldn’t wait to get stuck into this product shoot. I found the making process very simple, as well as satisfying too knowing that these Purscents compostable refill pouches mean that one less candle jar will go to landfill. A candle business that not only encourages creativity in the form of taking charge of your repurposed candle vessel, but makes sure to help protect our planet is one that gets my vote and one I will highly recommend time and time again!

Here is to a Summer filled with Purscents!

P.S. Don’t forget that Product Photography packages are available with Lavender Line Photography, helping bring new content to your small business!

Lavender Line Photography Meets May!

‘This is a growing season….so bloom wild and untamed’ - Butterflies Rising

Goodbye May, Hello June!

Summer season is finally here and although it feels more like Winter has returned with the wind, rain, hail and cold spell that has decided to hit, I am excited for a Summer season of adventures and some new opportunities along the way!

May has been a month to remember with my first ever Aurora Borealis surprise sighting, a visit to the Ulster Museum to see two of Caravaggio’s paintings back together again to celebrate the National Gallery’s 100th year.  A day trip to Edinburgh, a city that I had not properly explored before but enjoyed every action-packed minute off it, and a lovely 36 hour trip to London to celebrate ABBA Voyage’s second anniversary with Benny and Bjorn, keeping to that premiere weekend / first year anniversary / waterloo 50 and now the second anniversary tradition!

Although the photography print side of the business has been a little slow on the build up to Summer (Etsy seems to be another platform suffering with the algorithm these days) things have still been busy at Lavender Line Photography.  I find that when one side of the business is a little slow it means I can focus on the admin side of things that I have been putting off as well as photographing bits and pieces of my own work which at times I am guilty of putting on the back burner… hello to that never ending to-do list! May also brought two exciting small business shoots, one a celebration with my lovely small business friend, and another working with a new small business that I will post about next as it is important to me to support the small business that I work with.

So, here is to June and what this new month will bring to Lavender Line Photography! What’s on your June / Summer 2024 cards?

Northern Ireland Meets Northern Lights!

‘This scene feels like what I once saw on a screen, I searched aurora borealis green…’

May 10th 2024 : A date that so many of us will remember thanks to the very special light show that mother nature unexpectedly treated us to!

A big bucket list wish of mine has been to see the northern lights, something that I thought would happen some place Scandi in the thick of Winter. Never did I think that I would get to have my first northern lights experience straight from my back garden in Spring, but what a dream come true it was!

With so much negativity in the world right now, it was so lovely to see social media timelines filled with excitement and beauty.  A simple moment that made us all stop what we were doing, look up and appreciate this beautiful planet of ours and all that it has to offer!  A night that I will always remember, when the sky became beautiful shades of dancing lavender!

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 Lavender Line Lifestyling!

I am excited to announce that Lavender Line Product & Lifestyle photography shoots are launching Monday 26th February! This is an exciting new addition to Lavender Line Photography, bringing small business product storytelling to life through the art of beautiful photography.

Lavender Line Lifestyle this way!

Book your Lavender Line Lifestyle shoot today!

Winter Postcards

‘Take time to chase the snowflakes’

This week finally marked the first proper cold spell to hit Northern Ireland and the first snowfall of Winter 2024!

As I am someone who loves the four seasons and the weather that each season brings us here on the Emerald Isle, I have been patiently waiting for that first dusting of snow to hit and thankfully it happened on a week that I could work from home and enjoy every second of it during my walks.

Don’t get me wrong, it does not compare in the slightest to the stunning Scandinavian snow scenes that I have been seeing on Instagram with total snow envy (something that I have put on my bucket list to experience next winter), but it is a start to our Winter 2024 and it can only get better!

Below are some of my favourite moments captured from the week; from snow on the beach to walking in a winter wonderland. Now if only this Storm Isha that we are currently being hit with could do one and return the white stuff to us! ❄

Say Yes To New Adventures!

‘There’s magic in these moments’

Each year I try and bring a new aspect to my business, something that not only excites me, but that takes me out of my comfort zone to further my business goals.  2022 was the year I brought my work into another creative outlet, 2023 was taking part in my first ever Pop Up shop and this year it will be bringing forward a new photography package to Lavender Line Photography.

The Portview Pop Up - a small business shopping experience to remember!

Photography for our beautiful Portview Pop Up, showcasing that dreamy winter light

The magic of six small businesses coming together in one space

I am excited to announce that this year I will be offering Product Photography shoots, helping other small business owners showcase their beautiful work and products with images that fit perfectly with their brand.  I have always enjoyed taking photographs of everyday objects in interesting room set-ups, incorporating objects into certain dreamy landscapes / beachscapes and putting together beautiful flat-lays that not only catch the eye but help promote an element of my work while keeping to my own branding. It seems only right that 2024 be the year I bring Product Photography into the Lavender Line mix!

Photographing a beautiful autumn bouquet range by the very talented Innocent Chaos, a perfect lifetime addition to your home decor!

Like all small business owners I too worry about outgoing costs when it comes to promotional material, but that quote ‘you have to spend money in order to make money’ is so true when it comes to the promotion of your business and products.  Without those clear professional shots you are not giving your business or your products their full selling potential! 

My aim with Lavender Line Product Photography is to tell your future clients your business story, to bring them along on your small business journey and to create images that are saved to those pinterest boards for every day inspirations time and time again, and all at an affordable cost.

Good Vibes Only inspired by Vex King’s fabulous book

Find Me Where The Waves Are - my main motto!

Photographing some of my favourite Lavender Line Photography phone wallpapers with a chosen theme that fits around the image and quote. Be sure to check out the Digital Download range to find the wallpaper perfect for you!

So if you are a small business owner and feel like our visions would be a perfect fit then please get in touch!  Let’s capture those small business moments together and bring your business to the top!