“I’m Not Photogenic” and Why That’s Not True

When my client booked her brand photography session, the first thing she said to me was:

“I already know I won’t like these. I’m just not photogenic.”

I hear this all the time. Women who feel awkward in front of the camera. Entrepreneurs who avoid brand photos because they don’t think they’ll look good. Business owners who worry they’ll never feel natural in their images.

But here’s the thing: “Photogenic” isn’t a personality trait. It’s a process.

By the end of her brand photography session? She was obsessed with her photos. Because looking great in pictures isn’t about being born with model-like confidence. It’s about feeling comfortable, being guided, and capturing the real you.

Why You Think You’re Not Photogenic

Most people who say “I’m not photogenic” actually mean one (or all) of these things:

“I feel awkward in front of the camera.”
“I never know how to pose.”
“I hate the way I look in photos.”

And honestly? That’s normal. Unless you’ve had experience being professionally photographed, you probably haven’t had the right guidance to help you feel at ease.

How We Change That (So You Actually Like Your Photos)

Here’s what I focus on in every brand photography session:

✔ Making you feel comfortable. No forced poses, no stiff smiles—just small, natural movements that feel good.

✔ Guiding you every step of the way. You won’t be left wondering what do I do with my hands?! I direct you into effortless, flattering poses.

✔ Creating an environment where you feel like yourself. Your best brand photos won’t come from trying to look perfect—they come from feeling confident and natural.

✔ Capturing the small, in-between moments. The ones where you’re laughing, thinking, adjusting your hair—those candid, real expressions that bring out your personality.

You Deserve Brand Photos You Actually Love

The right photographer won’t just take pictures of you—they’ll make sure you feel confident, so your brand photos actually look like YOU.

So if you’ve ever said “I’m not photogenic”—I’d love to prove you wrong.

📸 Ready to finally love your brand photos? Book your brand photography session today.

And when you’re ready, here are three ways that I can help you:

1) Visit my blog for tips on VISIBILITY.

Every week I discuss strategies to improve your visibility, get over your fear of visibility and my latest shoots. Read the blog here

2) Plan a bespoke photoshoot.

We can plan a shoot based on what you need (read more) or you could join me at a Visibility Session

3) Join me over on Instagram

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Hi There!

Meet Maryanne

I’m a 40 (ahem something…) year old Yorkshire woman.

I’ve been self employed for 10 years (and a photographer for 18) and I totally understand how difficult it is to be visible in business.

Whether that’s because of a lack of self confidence, feeling a bit frumpy or the physical side effects of peri-menopause (hot sweats and forgetfulness anyone) – I promise you I’ve seen it all and still get great photos at every photoshoot.

I honestly feel so honoured when people book me, because they believe that I really want the best outcome for you. There’s no point having a fancy photoshoot if it doesn’t feel authentic to you.

My aim for every shoot is to get photos and video that you actually want to share… and I’ll be there in the side lines cheering you on!