Give the Gift of Memories
What feelings do you get looking through an old family album or scrapbook? As a child I remember the joy I felt when the photo albums and memory boxes came…
Enchanted Living – Hardwick Park
Enchanted Living is the inspiration behind my Photography, art, and creativity. Imaginative local stories for all the family. Hardwick Park is located in County Durham neat Sedgefield. A favourite of…
How To Be More Resilient
In truth, I think we all struggle. We all need to build our resilience. Resilience is key to survive in an ever changing and fast paced world. What is Resilience?…
Reflecting on October, all in one place
How was your October? I began my autumn natural family sessions. I leaned into gratitude, spending precious time with family in those little breaks away from work. And I enjoyed…
Happy Halloween
Will you be celebrating Halloween? Origins of Halloween Halloween has its roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, pronounced ‘sow-en’. A festival to celebrate endings and beginnings. The final…
Have You Tried Creativity Walks?
Creativity walks are where Quieting the Noise, Enchanted Living, and my photography collide. Using techniques I share in these blog series and a simple nature walk give me the inspiration…
Enchanted Living – Lumley Castle Dene
Enchanted Living is the inspiration behind my Photography, art, and creativity. Imaginative local stories for all the family. Lumley Castle Dene lies just outside the castle grounds. This beautiful natural…
Magical Family Bonding Activities for You to Try
I have done some very interesting reading, into the science and effects of dopamine and oxytocin. And the importance of bonding with our children. Family bonding time is the quality…
Which Package is for You?
So, you have decided to update your family photographs, but you're overwhelmed by the variety available.It goes without saying the final choice is ultimately yours.I’m going to explain each to…
Reflecting on September
The breezes taste of apple peel. The air is full of smells to feel - Ripe fruit, old footballs, burning brush. New books, erasers, chalk and such The bee, his…