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Summer Camp, Family Connection & Building Life on Your Own Terms
Three days of summer camp, no devices, full presence, and a powerful reminder that not everyone will understand your vision, and thats exactly the point! Read more...
Why Your Content Isn't Getting Results (And It's Not the Algorithm's Fault)
Posting consistently but still not getting results from your content? Here's what's actually going on and a free 2-minute audit to show you exactly where to fix it first. Read more...
Why I Switched from ChatGPT to Claude (And Why So Many Business Owners Are Doing the Same)
I used ChatGPT for years, then went hybrid, and now I have moved most of my content writing to Claude. Here is the honest breakdown of what changed, how I... Read more...
How to Make Your Product Photos Look High-End Without a High-End Budget
Learn how to take professional product photos using just your phone — no DSLR, no studio, no big budget required. This step-by-step guide for small business owners covers natural lighting,... Read more...
Digital Spring Cleaning: The Two Tiny Habits Keeping My Phone (and Brain) Calm
Feeling buried in WhatsApp chats and 100k+ photos? Try these 2 simple digital spring cleaning habits to declutter your phone and your mind. Read more...
Enjoy the Ride!
After 17 years in business, I’ve learned that entrepreneurship isn’t about a final destination, it’s about the ride. From building studios to selling online courses, there’s always another “if I... Read more...
Back to School here means another Fresh Start!
We’ve just tumbled out of school holidays and back into routine today and honestly? It feels like a bit of a reset button. The house is quiet, the day is... Read more...
One year alcohol-free showed me change starts with using what you have not waiting for perfect timing.
One year alcohol-free taught me this: change doesn’t come from perfect timing, but from using what you have to create the life you want Read more...
When Consistency Clicks: The Truth About Showing Up (Even When Life Feels Full)
Consistency used to feel impossible, like something only other business owners had figured out. But this year, I discovered that showing up regularly isn’t about having more time… it’s about... Read more...
How I Created a Scroll-Stopping Mini Ad (Using AI + a Cup of Tea)
What do a little girl, a boiling kettle, and a cinematic AI-assisted short film have in common?In this behind-the-scenes post, I’m breaking down how I used storytelling, my phone, and... Read more...
Outgrowing Old Dreams, Doing It Messy, and Escaping Consumption Paralysis
“I've had 74 tabs open, 1,000 ideas, and zero momentum. Sound familiar? Here's what I'm learning about getting unstuck, doing it messy, and evolving out loud.” Read more...
I’ve Been Hiding Behind Old Headshots — Maybe You Have Too
Feeling stuck behind outdated headshots or nervous to show your face online? You’re not alone. In this post, we unpack the power of showing up authentically, why fresh, natural headshots... Read more...
The Creative Burnout We Don’t Talk About (Until We Have To)
After years of creative burnout, we sold our studio and built a better way to work. Here’s how we increased website traffic by 900%—without losing our minds. Read more...
The Slap I Didn’t See Coming (and What It Taught Me About Content)
Feeling stuck in the endless loop of creating content that disappears in 24 hours? In this post, we share how burnout led us to rethink our entire content strategy—and why... Read more...
From Burnout to Batch Queen: How We Transformed Our Content Strategy (and What You Can Steal From It)
Sick of the content hamster wheel?We were too—until we overhauled our strategy and saw a 900% increase in website traffic (yes, really). This blog breaks down the exact shift we... Read more...
The Best Website Platforms for Small Businesses & Creators (That We’ve Actually Used)
We’ve run multiple businesses across photography, education, and product sales—and we’ve tried nearly every website platform out there. In this honest guide, we break down what works (and what doesn’t)... Read more...
Our Real-Life Namibia Road Trip: The Route, Campsites & Stories You’ll Want to Steal
Planning a family-friendly Namibia road trip? Here’s our exact route, campsites, stories from the road, and our secret to capturing it all beautifully—with just a phone. Read more...
One Tent, Two Kids, a Car I Hate—and a Trip I’ll Never Forget
We road-tripped through Namibia with two kids, one tent, and a Renault Duster we nearly traded in. No luxury lodges. No detailed itinerary. Just real, off-the-grid family travel on a... Read more...
When Pretty Isn’t Enough: A Love Letter (and a Wake-Up Call) to Creatives
In a world where creativity is more accessible than ever, standing out as a professional creative has never been more important. With barriers to entry falling—thanks to smartphones, presets, and... Read more...
When everyone's a "creative"! A note to the ones doing the work!
Feeling overwhelmed by the surge of weekend creatives flooding the industry? In this empowering post, Tamlyn Little unpacks the reality professional creatives face in today’s saturated market. From photographers and... Read more...
A Pasta Night and a Posting Truth
Feeling overwhelmed with social media content for your small business? You’re not alone. A simple midweek date night (with some incredible gluten-free pasta) reminded me just how powerful consistent online... Read more...
How we're using AI to Streamline our Work (Without Adding Overwhelm)
Struggling to keep up with emails, content creation, or photo editing? In this post, we share how we're using AI tools like ChatGPT, Aftershoot, and Lightroom’s AI features to streamline... Read more...
The Power of Evolution: Redefining Success on Our Terms
The Power of Evolution: Redefining Success on Our Terms – After 16 years of capturing luxury weddings worldwide, running a lifestyle studio, and building a creative business, we realized that... Read more...
Why Building an Email List is the Best Decision You’ll Make for Your Small Business in 2025
Discover why building an email list is the smartest move for your small business in 2025. Learn how to create a lead magnet, use tools like Flodesk, and transform social... Read more...
How to Get Organized Like a Boss (With a Little Help from ChatGPT)
Feeling overwhelmed by digital chaos? Learn how we transformed our Google Drive from a cluttered mess into a streamlined, organized system in just one afternoon—with a little help from ChatGPT.... Read more...
Focus: Simplify, Align, and Build What Matters in 2025
Last year was monumental—a year of tremendous growth, big lessons, and a lot of figuring things out. But it was also a year of scattered energy. I found myself pulled... Read more...
A Fresh Start: How I’m Setting the Tone for 2025
Start 2025 with intention and strategy. In this post, I share how I’m tackling the new year with a fresh mindset—organizing my workspace, planning content in advance, and learning the... Read more...
Why-Flodesk-Is-the-Best-Email-Marketing-Platform-for-Beginners-2025
If you’re new to email marketing, here’s the big picture: it’s the most reliable way to build a real connection with your audience Read more...
How to Maintain Digital Hygiene: Tips from My Experience
Maintaining digital hygiene helps me manage this digital overload better. If you're feeling overwhelmed by digital clutter, try these methods to keep your digital space clean and efficient. Read more...
How to Optimize Your Phone's Camera
Here are some simple yet powerful tips to help you optimize your iPhone for Instagram and social media, ensuring your content looks crisp and high quality every time! Read more...
How Travel Ignites Entrepreneurial Creativity and Boosts Your Business
Travel is not merely a means to escape reality; it's a catalyst for creativity, innovation, and personal growth, it's been one of the most powerful influences in our creative works... Read more...
Threads by Instagram: The new Social App for Personal Connections
Introducing THREADS, Instagrams new Baby, which some are referring to as a rival to Twitter. I'm not sure how closely it resembles it but it sure does feel a bit... Read more...
Create Content Easily, Cheaply, and Quickly! 5 Strategies for Small Businesses
You know that feeling when you're about to post on Instagram, but you're stuck scrolling through your phone for ages, searching for something to share? We've been there too, and... Read more...
SEO Demystified: A Beginner's Guide to Understanding SEO
SEO may seem overwhelming at first, but by understanding the basic principles, you can start improving your website's visibility and attracting more organic traffic to your website! SEO stands for... Read more...
The Power of thinking BIG!
Hey small biz owners! Today I want to remind you of the power of thinking BIG!  We started our photography business 15 years ago with the hopes of travelling the... Read more...
5 Things to Consider when creating your dream work space
Creating a dream workspace for your creative work can enhance your productivity, creativity, and overall satisfaction Read more...
Why is everyone talking about AI?
Using AI has helped us refine our communication and streamline our processes. It's more than a search engine, and its possibilities for business are endless. Don't get left behind in... Read more...
Transform your brand with powerful phone imagery!
Smartphone photography is becoming increasingly popular as technology advances, and the quality of photos taken with phones continues to improve. In 2023, smartphone photography will be even more accessible and... Read more...
WHY USE A CLOTH OR LINEN IN YOUR STYLING
Learn pro tips in using a styling linen, dishtowel or cloth. Find out why, when and how to use them. Read more...
5 THINGS YOU NEED TO CREATE BEAUTIFUL CONTENT!
Creating beautiful content can be a challenge too big for even the most passionate creative. . Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the pressure to create content on a regular basis?... Read more...
I REGRET NOT BEING MORE SENTIMENTAL!
I've never been one for hoarding stuff! In fact every couple of months I go through a MASS throw out where I declutter and lighten the load. It makes me... Read more...
STYLING WORKSHOP - JOY PROCTOR + FLUTTER MAGAZINE
A styling workshop with a world class stylist, Joy Proctor. Read more...
THE 'WHY' BEHIND THE PRODUCTS WE MAKE
 Over the past 10 years as wedding and lifestyle photographers, we were tired of not being able to present our clients with packaging that we were totally sold on... Read more...
IT'S NOT YOU ITS ME!
So you've probably poked around the shop and seen a bunch of pretty things? Well here's a few things to note when you join the Creative Barn movement. Looking like... Read more...