2024-02-20 14:04
Product & Promotional Photography for The Joyfull Fast Company
In the digital age, where first impressions are often formed through a scroll on a screen, the significance of compelling p… Read More
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Birmingham Wedding Photographer & Stourbridge Portrait Photography Blog of Daniel James Photography. Photography Tips, Photoshop Tricks, our Latest Work and more.
2024-02-16 15:39
Outdoor Photo Shoots 2024 – Spring is Coming!
Hey there, sunshine seekers! Can you feel it? Spring is peeking around the corner, and you know what that means – it’s the per… Read More
2024-02-15 16:30
Debbie’s Fun Family Photo Shoot at Kinver Edge (with added dinosaur chase)
Nestled in the scenic beauty of Kinver Edge, a fun family photo shoot took place. Recently, I had the pleasur… Read More
2024-02-13 12:45
Josh & Abbie’s Cheesy 80’s Photo Shoot
Remember the 1980’s portraits? A quick Google search will show some very forced cheesy grins and awkward poses. This is exactly t… Read More
2024-02-10 21:12
Blythe’s Graduation Home Photo Shoot
Capturing Milestones: A Graduation Photo Shoot to Celebrate Blythe’s Nursing Journey
Graduation marks a significant milestone in someone&rsqu&hell…Read More
2024-02-05 16:15
Pet Photo Shoot Weekend March 2024
Paws and Poses: Our First Pet Photo Shoot Weekend of 2024 is coming soon!
Calling all pet lovers and proud fur parents! Get ready to capture the heartwarmi… Read More
2024-02-03 14:41
Family Photo Shoot with Matt & Leanne
A whole lotta fun with Matt, Leanne, and their three children at our Studio when they joined us for a family photo shoot. This memorable session was… Read More
2023-01-01 20:12
2022 Daniel James Photography Look Back
2022 is done and dusted and what a year it was!
The business turned 15 and we had our busiest year to date. Here’s just a small recap from the b… Read More
2022-11-17 12:31
Kinver Edge Family Photo Shoot
On a sunny October Sunday we headed to one of our favourite haunts with the Pedley family for a fun, relaxed photo shoot. Five-year-old twins Arthur and… Read More
2022-10-18 18:54
Birmingham Architecture Photography
Corporate Artwork for an Office in Edgbaston
While normally I can be found dancing around wearing silly hats and making children (and grown-ups) smile in… Read More
2022-10-18 09:32
Corporate Office Photography
Promotional Photography in Kinver for John McLean Commercial Property Solicitor
I first met John McLean at a networking meeting in the village. Fast forward and… Read More
2022-10-06 08:42
Kingsford Country Park
Outdoor Kids Photo Shoot with Kindred & Hugo
We recently pulled on our wellies and walking boots to scout out a new outdoor photo shoot location.
Kinver Edge… Read More
2022-09-27 14:18
Family Photo Shoot @ Kinver Edge with Parker
I first met young Parker while photographing a wedding, where the little star strutted his stuff in a smart suit, before falling fast asleep in h… Read More
2022-04-15 14:02
Outdoor Photo Shoot at Kinver Edge
with Alfie & Reggie
Spring is in the air!
The sun is shining, the daffodils are blooming, and suddenly the sky is actually blue. Everything just feels… Read More
2022-03-08 14:36
In or Out?
Studio Photo Shoot or Natural Outdoor Portrait Experience?
In or Out – where should I have my shoot?
Have you ever wondered if a studio or a location would work best for you… Read More
2022-03-08 14:10
Ariella
1 year old baby girl photoshoot
Just look at that smile!
This time in the studio we were joined by 1-year-old Ariella, a bouncing bundle of joy, and her parents. Did you know that in… Read More
2022-03-02 10:27
What to wear to your Photo Shoot
One question I’m often asked when people book in for a photoshoot is “what shall I wear?”
It’s something that many people already hav… Read More
2022-02-18 14:37
Surprise Proposal Photo Shoot
Family Photos, gender reveal and an engagement
Today we welcomed lucky photo shoot gift voucher recipients Terri-Anne and Sam to the studio, who brought along t… Read More
2022-02-18 11:40
Passport & ID Photos
without a stuffy photo booth
“Passports please”. That wonderful phrase signals a trip abroad and a holiday adventure with friends and family. Although yo… Read More
2022-02-09 13:09
Product Photography
String Art in the Studio
Sometimes it’s nice to take a break from portraits and dabble in the arts. This week I was able to experiment with lighting and angles to b… Read More
2022-02-04 15:12
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Photo Shoot Package and more
Mothers Day has been a bit of a strange one for the last couple of years. In 2020 for many of us it marked the last time we would s… Read More
2022-01-29 11:00
Fun Family Photo Shoot
Ollie, Ella, Mom & Dad
I often talk about how photographs have the ability to catch time and keep it. With Ella and Ollie we were able to look back twice, first to… Read More
2022-01-28 12:54
Family Photo Shoot
Kinver Edge with Pip & Amelia
It’s no secret that I love photographing at Kinver Edge. It’s such a versatile place, gorgeous throughout the seasons and off… Read More
2022-01-25 13:03
Snap & Chat : Winter Walk
Photo Walk over Kinver Edge
Sunday 23rd of January saw us donning thick coats and walking boots to head up onto Kinver Edge for our first Snap & Chat of the… Read More
2022-01-22 10:59
Cooper’s Pet Photo Shoot
Cockapoo puppy pet portrait
When it comes to being photogenic, Cooper the cockapoo puppy could teach the very best a thing or two. This pink-nosed, chocolate c… Read More
2022-01-21 11:22
Family Photo Shoot with Adaline
Newborn in 2019 and Toddler in 2021
A shade over two years ago we welcomed baby Adeline, along with parents Keiron and Rebecca into the studio. We were lucky… Read More
2022-01-11 16:16
Digitising Family Memories
If lockdown has inspired us to do anything it’s to sort. We’ve sorted our hobbies, our relationships, our priorities. Mostly though, we sor… Read More
2021-11-10 14:35
Family Photo Shoot at Kinver Edge
Dolcie and family
Kinver Edge is a truly stunning natural backdrop for an outdoor family photoshoot. This National Trust beauty spot covers more than 600 ac… Read More
2021-11-09 13:40
Mika the Husky’s Pet Photo Shoot
Introducing Mika, who joined us bright-eyed and bushy-tailed for a very special photo shoot. Mika, who is a stunning five-year-old husky, is the proud… Read More
2021-11-09 10:17
Recently I posted in a few local Facebook groups about the idea of a Photo Walk and after some i’ve finally decided to set a date for a Winter Walk over Kinver Edge, timed to take in t… Read More
2021-11-07 09:48
Back in 2007 I took the plunge and opened Daniel James Photography. Fresh out of university and with not a clue what to do other than a passion for photography and an opportunity to open a s… Read More
2021-11-06 14:52
Product Photography: Vixen the Witch Art Doll
It had to happen sooner or later; in late October the entire family came down with a mild case of Covid. Half term was cancelled, shoots were mo… Read More
2021-07-15 05:45
Pet Photo Shoot Weekend
It’s back! our Pet Photo Shoot Weekend returns to give you the chance to save money and get your pampered pet photographed and put up in pride of place on the w… Read More
2021-07-08 13:58
Hugo
Photographing a toddler that doesn’t want their picture taken.
Kids and animals; the two contenders for hardest things to photograph!
My son is no exception; just because he&rsquo&hell…Read More
2021-05-26 08:40
Bodenham Arboretum Outdoor Photo Shoot with Carol & Peter
The weather hasn’t been on our side at all this Spring, but on May 19th the sun was shining as we made our way to beautifu… Read More
2021-05-09 04:28
Stourbridge Studio Photoshoot
featuring Poppy, Max, Molly & Joey
Welcoming back to the Studio Max & Poppy with two additional family members in the form of cousin Molly and baby brot… Read More
2021-05-04 08:11
Outdoor Pet Photo Shoot at Kinver Edge
Birthday Photo Shoot with Rupert the Miniature Schnauzer
Let’s go for a walk …. or possibly a misdirected run over Kinver Edge in this Pho… Read More
2021-04-21 18:21
Outdoor Family Photo Shoot in Wordsley
18th Birthday Outdoor Photo Shoot
What’s this, a Photo Shoot?
That’s right, i’m back behind the camera and cannot be happier. Just as… Read More
2021-04-21 13:46
Kinver Studio & Shop Open
We’re so glad to be opening our doors again. It’s been a long three months away but with the walls painted and the cobwebs dusted away we are… Read More
2020-10-31 12:41
13th Birthday Week Special Offers
Did you know Daniel James Photography is 13 years old? Started way back in November 2007 we’re still in the same shop in the beautiful village of Kinv… Read More
2020-10-30 13:20
Autumn Outdoor Photo Shoot : Fun With Leaves
Autumn is a strange old season, everything starts to get darker and yet the colours of nature get warmer and in many cases more beautiful. While… Read More
2020-10-27 19:30
Social Distancing & Our Safe Studio Shoot Setup
Safety Summary
✔️ Sanitiser Station (use on arrival and departure)
✔️ Masks (your Photographer will wear one t… Read More
2020-10-27 19:10
Family Portrait for Chris, Demi, Ava-may & Jackson
Throwback image to 2007
I often talk to my customers about how I love seeing families develop and grow and now that the business is bec… Read More
2020-10-13 08:48
Click, just like that a year has gone. A very strange year for our little man Hugo, who was born 23rd September 2019 and has had a good portion of his life under lockdown. Now comes the time… Read More
2020-09-16 18:57
Family Portrait for Jen, Carl, Oscar & Leo
Back at the beginning of the pandemic we launched our BIG Thank You Giveaway as a means of thanking our much valued NHS Staff and Keyworkers fo… Read More
2020-09-11 18:24
Bodenham Arboretum Family Photo Shoot
Bodenham Arboretum is a beautiful place to visit either alone for a walk or a great place to take the kids for a family day out. I’ve had the plea… Read More
2020-01-23 14:41
Family Photoshoot : Brooks
Ever wondered who actually wins our Free Photo Shoot Competitions? Well here’s one of our lucky winners right here.
Tonia with her husband Simon and little o… Read More
2020-01-23 14:41
Book your Family Photo ShootBuy a Gift VoucherWin a FREE Photo ShootEver wondered who actually wins our Free Photo Shoot Competitions? Well here’s one of our lucky winners right here… Read More
2020-01-10 12:49
Book your Cake Smash Photo Shoot
CAKE SMMAAAASH FOR CASSIDY!!!
Cassidy’s Mom told me that her son had always wanted a Cake Smash Photo Shoot and so as a big surprise for his… Read More
2019-02-22 15:59
Book your First Steps PackageBuy a Gift Voucher
I’m incredibly fortunate to be able to say that I love my job. I get to meet new people every day and see families grow and c… Read More
2019-02-16 12:36
Book your Outdoor Photo ShootBuy a Gift Voucher
Another beautiful day and what better way to enjoy it than to go exploring Kinver Edge with Dan, Louise and their family… Read More
2019-02-14 15:51
Book your Outdoor Photo ShootBuy a Gift Voucher
Sometimes there’s nothing nicer than escaping our Stourbridge Studio and heading back to nature. Fortunately the lovely Kelly… Read More
2019-02-09 13:00
Book your Pet Photo ShootBuy a Gift Voucher
Pet Portaits are by far some of the most unpredictable and fun photo shoots we offer. The old saying of ‘never work with kids and… Read More
2019-02-05 15:12
Book your Family Photo ShootBuy a Gift Voucher
Hugo originally joined us back in 2015 with Mom & Dad for a First Steps Package. Our First Steps Package saw Hugo join us at our… Read More
2019-02-01 11:56
Book your Family Photo ShootBuy a Gift Voucher
Tasha & her son Tyler joined us in our Stourbridge Studio for a photo shoot together.
You can see how much fun these two have to… Read More
2019-01-31 09:52
Book your Baby Photo ShootBuy a Gift Voucher
Another big bundle of smiles on the blog today in the form of 4 1/2 month old Arthur.
This little guy was the perfect poser, cheeky gu… Read More
2019-01-29 12:39
Book your Family Photo ShootBuy a Gift Voucher
Back in September 2016 I had the pleasure of photographing Sophie & Adam’s Wedding at Stone Manor in Stone, near Kiddermin… Read More
2019-01-26 13:38
Book your Pet Photo ShootBuy a Gift Voucher
Pet Portraits are great fun, especially when they’re two dogs like Fudge and Bonnie who are packed with personality.
Complete nat… Read More
2019-01-26 13:05
Book your Baby Photo ShootBuy a Gift Voucher
Baby’s are so much fun to photograph!
They are bundles of giggles and smiles that are an absolute pleasure to photograph and tod… Read More
2019-01-25 10:10
Book your Family Photo ShootBuy a Gift Voucher
I’m very fortunate to be in a job that I absolutely love. I get to photograph families from bump to baby and beyond.
Over the… Read More
2019-01-23 11:15
Book your Family Photo ShootBuy a Gift Voucher
Sometimes in the Studio we have shy, reserved customers who want a photograph taking but take a while to relax and sometimes we get… Read More
2019-01-19 14:26
Book your Family Photo ShootBuy a Gift Voucher
Another fun family in for a photo shoot at our Stourbridge studio!
Brothers Freddy and Benjamin, along with Mom & Dad came for a… Read More
2019-01-17 14:28
Today’s blog post is featuring birthday princess (check the outfit if you don’t believe me) Taaliah.
For Taaliah’s first birthday Mom & Dad thought it… Read More
2019-01-16 19:51
Lacey & Skyler joined us in our Stourbridge studio back in April after winning one of our Photo Shoot Competitions. As you can see from the photographs the sisters were both… Read More
2018-12-18 14:21
Karanjit surprised his partner with a Studio Photo Shoot with me back in February. The two lovebirds spent the entire photo shoot beaming ear to ear and were complete naturals in… Read More
2018-12-18 12:36
Katherine and her family joined us for a Family Photo Shoot at our Studio just outside of Stourbridge.
The Photo Shoot brief was to get some photographs of the family and produce… Read More
2018-12-07 08:30
Another day, another lovely little lady in the Studio to photograph.
Five month old Lilah was joy personified. As you can see in these few little sneak peek shots she was a pleas… Read More
2018-12-02 20:05
Christmas is coming and i’m sure you’ve got someone in the family that has got it all and is a nightmare to buy Christmas presents for? we all have one, so why not ge… Read More
2018-11-30 14:25
Newborn Photo Shoot
3 Months Photo Shoot
6 Months Photo Shoot
12 Months Photo Shoot
A few yea… Read More
2018-11-24 12:44
We’ve been frankly terrible this year at putting up Blog Posts showcasing the lovely families we’ve had in the Studio and on location and so it’s time to make a… Read More
2018-08-29 21:22
On Wednesday 25th July we set off to the picturesque landscape of Arley Arboretum to join the Roston family for their lifestyle location Photo Shoot.
At 20° and just the righ… Read More
2018-07-04 07:09
On 5th March we were joined by 6 month old twins Arthur and Evangeline. Photographing siblings is both a joy and a challenge as children love to distract each other! However, it… Read More
2017-12-12 21:41
Pet Portrait : Conne & Caoimhe
Family means to different things to different people, but if there’s one thing that unites many of us, it’s our love of pets… Read More
2017-11-28 21:57
On September 15th this year we joined Naomi and Gavin for their special day at St Margaret’s Church at Great Barr, followed by a lavish wedding reception at The Village Hot… Read More
2017-11-16 12:21
On the 15th July this year we joined Caris and Alex for their special day for a civil service followed by a beautiful wedding breakfast at The Old Vicarage at Worfield.
We j… Read More
2017-11-09 12:15
After a weekend celebrating our tenth birthday, Daniel James Photography is now getting ready for Christmas!
With just six weeks to go until the big day, you can pick up a bargai… Read More
2017-11-02 10:56
2017 has seen some big events at Daniel James Photography. We launched an educational side of the business with Learn at Daniel James Photography and with it our Ultimate Beginn… Read More
2017-06-29 11:19
Another day, another Dog in the Studio for his Pet Portrait!
We did say it had been packed out with puppy portraits lately and so here we go, this time it’s Bronson’s… Read More
2017-06-27 15:12
Well it’s a beautiful day, hey hey!
It’s a beautiful day for a Wedding, specifically the Wedding of Samantha to Simon back in March (I know, how late this blog… Read More
2017-06-27 11:46
Continuing the rush of Pet Portraits in the Studio we have Bracken and Merlin, two beautiful Shetland Sheepdog’s who joined us for their Pet Photo Shoot. These two are full… Read More
2017-06-08 15:29
The studio has been packed lately with pretty pampered pets of all shapes and sizes who have come for their pet portrait. One of the latest pet portraits was Summer and Autumn th… Read More
2017-02-27 07:35
Continuing this Travel Blog Post series on Iceland today i’d like to stay for another post in Reykjavík and talk about two of the most beautiful buildings in this fa… Read More
2017-02-25 13:58
Another week, another Wedding Blog post and this time it’s Samantha & Stuart who got married at The Mount Hotel in Wolverhampton last year.
The Mount Hotel is a wedding v… Read More
2017-02-23 15:04
Over the years my wife and I have been very fortunate to travel to a number of beautiful countries and i’ve never really shared a lot of the photographs i’ve taken there but i&rs&hell…Read More
2017-02-22 14:50
In the Studio the other day we had Sebastian for his Pet Photo Shoot.
Seb is a wire-hired part-dog, part-kangaroo, as far as we can tell from his Pet Photo Shoot with us. During the Pho… Read More
2017-02-21 14:48
Continuing rewinding the weddings we’ve photographed during 2016 now is the turn of Adam & Sophie who got married at Hogarths Stone Manor in Kidderminster, Worcestershire.
Stone Ma… Read More
2017-02-14 11:47
Finally playing catch up with the Blog posts from last year and today is the turn of Alex & Phil’s Wedding which was at the beautiful Parish Church of the Holy Cross Bobbington ju… Read More
2017-02-10 12:53
The Hot Choc Club is a company we’ve been working with over the past few months to provide them with professional product and promotional photography for their hot chocolate subscripti… Read More
2017-01-31 14:57
Learn Photography with Daniel James Photography
Drum roll please … we’re thrilled to announce the launch of The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Photography which is part of… Read More
2017-01-31 12:06
In a bit of a switch around from the usual people and pets that come to the Studio recently we had an enquiry for some Product Photography to photograph some LED trainers for a new company c… Read More
2016-07-11 09:01
Week 20, this week featuring a pub, pond and platty.You can follow my 365 Project progress with the weekly posts on here or daily posts over at the 365 Project website.Here’s Week… Read More
2016-07-11 08:48
Week 19, this week featuring stained glass, a dandelion and a bamboo curtain.You can follow my 365 Project progress with the weekly posts on here or daily posts over at the 365 Project… Read More
2016-06-24 18:10
Week 18, this week featuring a frog, egg shell and red wine.You can follow my 365 Project progress with the weekly posts on here or daily posts over at the 365 Project website.Here&rsqu&hell…Read More
2016-06-24 15:18
Preparing for the Perfect Pet PortraitAt Daniel James Photography we love photographing animals of all shapes and sizes and always look forward to our pet portrait studio photo shoots.There… Read More
2016-06-24 13:14
Week 17, this week featuring puppets, tulips and heavy rain.You can follow my 365 Project progress with the weekly posts on here or daily posts over at the 365 Project website.Here&rsqu&hell…Read More
2016-06-20 10:39
Week 16, this week featuring trees, plants and pondsYou can follow my 365 Project progress with the weekly posts on here or daily posts over at the 365 Project website.Here’s Week… Read More
2016-06-10 13:28
Today we welcome Georgia & Morgan to the Studio for their first Photo Shoot as Sisters (Morgan is just 8 days old in these pictures!)Little Morgan was great in front of the camera, givin… Read More
2016-06-09 13:38
Welcome to the Studio, Sydney the dapper dog!Sydney joined us at our studio for his Pet Portrait a few weeks back and look extra smart in his little bow tie. As you can see from th… Read More
2016-06-09 13:19
Introducing Grace who joined us in our studio for the First Step of her First Steps Package.She joined us for her Photo Shoot aged just 4 months old and was full of smiles and those lovely u… Read More
2016-06-03 13:49
Have you got an #AwesomeDad?tell us why and you could WIN A FREE Photo Shoot Gift Voucher, with you in time for Fathers Day!To enter simply head over to our Facebook Page and comme… Read More
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