Welcome to my London photography + life blog. It’s the place to get to know me a bit better and where I share some of my work, photography advice and tips, my travels, musings about life and parenthood. And books, a lot of books.
Staying Home with the Kids: The Coronavirus Lockdown Survival Guide
If you’re stuck with kids at home due to self-isolation, embracing social distrancing, or because you’re on a COVID-19 lockdown, I know it can be difficult and frustrating. As someone who’s been home educating my 9 year old son since the he was 4 while also running a business, I know a thing or two about managing a child at home with stayng sane. Hopefully this little guide will help you stay sane, too.
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A documentary family portrait
With five children under the age of five running in different directions at warp speed, I was ready to embrace the chaos and let the things evolve as they might. That's exactly what my approach to photography is all about.
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My (totally non-techy) review of Sony a7iii camera
I heard good things about Sony mirrorless cameras but was hesitant to switch systems - when you have thousands of pounds worth of equipment of one camera system, this could be a costly move so I was fully prepared to patiently wait for Canon to release a dual-slot mirrorless camera, but...
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A portrait on a swing in Polesden Lacey
Older children can be tricky to photograph as they are becoming more and more self-aware, but engaging them in the physical play where they can show off their skills and get lost in a moment is often the best way to go.
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A winter family vacation photoshoot in London
This American military family was visiting London in January over from Italy where they were stationed at the time, and they reached out to me to document their London adventures before baby number two made an appearance. Despite what you might think, it doesn't always rain in London in winter and we do have wonderful crisp sunny days and the low northern winter light gives that extra special look and feel to the photographs - but to be honest I can take great family photographs in any weather, rain or shine!
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Speaking at Phlock Live + Spotlight Exhibition
Last year I was approached to speak at Phlock Live, the newest and the largest European conference for female photographers created by the sisters Laura and Sarah Wood and of course I said "yes!" instantly! A whole host of internationally published and critically acclaimed female photographers from all over the world will be speaking alongside me to bring you the best development and growth opportunity for your photography and your business.
The event is happening in Manchester at the Midland Hotel from 20-22 March 2020 and the tickets are selling fast, so if you're interested in attending, either for the whole 3 days or just for a couple of classes, go and book your tickets over at Phlock website. Until February 24th you can also use ANTONINA15 at checkout for 15% off any ticket type. There are a limited number of tickets and once they’re gone, they’re gone so make sure you secure yours.
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ABOUT ME
I’m Antonina, a London family photographer who takes a photojournalistic approach.
I’m a recovering lawyer, an imperfect mother and a book junkie.
Creating candid, artistic family photography is my true calling.