Tips & Advice

Hi, I’m Helen Oakes a Photographer, Entrepreneur, Digital Artist, Blogger and Podcaster.

I’ve been a professional photographer since 2007 and I predominantly shoot LifestyleSportsSportraitsPropertyCommercial and Aviation! It’s great being behind the camera but I love post-processing photos too, it’s where all the magic happens.

West Coast Wanderlust

By |2022-04-15T13:06:07+13:00September 1st, 2021|Categories: Tips & Advice|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

The West Coast has so much to offer, rugged coastline, crashing waves, small towns and beautiful scenery. When I travel I tend to take my SONY A6000.

A Beginner’s Photography Guide to Taking Industrial Port Photos

By |2022-04-15T13:06:08+13:00September 1st, 2021|Categories: Tips & Advice|Tags: , , , , , , |

Industrial areas are interesting places to create amazing photography. Ports, factories, coal yards and manufacturing plants are the best places to visit when you want to take industrial shots.

5 Sunset Tips to Help You Get Magic Photos with Limited Gear

By |2022-04-15T13:06:08+13:00September 1st, 2021|Categories: Tips & Advice|Tags: , , , , , , |

Whenever you are faced with the opportunity of getting a beautiful sunset, don't think you can't take a shot. Make do with what you have on hand and improvise.

5 Tips for Great Photos at The Golden Hour

By |2022-04-15T13:06:08+13:00September 1st, 2021|Categories: Tips & Advice|Tags: , , , , , , |

Ask any photographer what time of the day is the best time to shoot and you will get a response of 'the golden hour'.

The Power of Editing & What You Can Achieve

By |2022-04-15T13:06:08+13:00September 1st, 2021|Categories: Tips & Advice|Tags: , , , , , , |

Why settle for a 'nice' or adequate photo when you can get a stunning shot with a little editing. When I say á little editing' it can be very quick and produce a great result.

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