Another Year, Another Story… Looking Back on 2026
As another busy year draws to a close, it feels like the perfect time to pause, take a breath and reflect on everything that 2026 has brought.
It’s been a year full of variety, creativity, new faces and familiar places. From photographing wonderful families, capturing laughter and those little moments that make life special, to having fun with surf on the beach, exploring woodlands, wandering through urban spaces and pretty much everything in between. No two shoots have been quite the same, and that's exactly how I like it.
One of the greatest privileges of what I do is the people I meet along the way. Hearing their stories, discovering their interests, learning about their lives and sharing a little part of their world through my camera. Every conversation, every location and every experience brings something new. Often, it's these little encounters that leave me thinking long after I've packed away my camera.
Photography is as much about seeing as it is about taking pictures. Inspiration can come from the most unexpected places – the way light falls through the trees, the movement of the sea, interesting architecture, a fleeting expression or simply observing the world going about its everyday business. All of these things find their way into my thinking and spark ideas for future projects.
Of course, 2026 hasn't just been about photography. It's also been something of a balancing act. Looking after clients, keeping creative projects moving, making time for personal work and navigating home life, which has certainly had its fair share of ups and downs. Some days have been busier than others, and finding that balance hasn't always been easy. But that's life, isn't it? A mixture of wonderful moments, unexpected challenges and plenty of lessons along the way.
I'm proud of what I've managed to achieve this year, grateful to everyone who has trusted me to capture their stories, and thankful for all the opportunities, conversations and experiences that have come my way.
And now, as I look towards 2027, I'm feeling excited about what's next. There are new creative ideas bubbling away, personal projects I'd love to bring to life and plenty of inspiration waiting to be discovered. I'm looking forward to experimenting, exploring new directions and perhaps stepping a little outside my usual comfort zone.
For now, though, it's time to reflect, recharge and enjoy the quieter moments before another year begins.
Thank you to everyone who has been part of my photographic journey this year, whether you've stood in front of my camera, supported my work, shared an idea or simply followed along.
Here's to new stories, new adventures, creative discoveries and all the unexpected moments that make photography – and life – so interesting.
Bring on 2027.
Laura x
