I spend quite a lot of my year with family photography. However, I also really enjoy the Surrey commercial photography side of my business. I travel all over Surrey and beyond helping organisations to capture the story behind their brands.
I also do more bespoke work. For instance this unusual session for a delightful lady. Remarkably she is descended from the most decorated spy in WW2. I’d just like to add this spy was a WOMAN! It was such a complete honour to capture Odette Sansom’s wartime passions. To even be close to them, let along touch them was incredibly moving. If you would like to read more about Odette’s life story. Do read this amazing biography of her life Code Name Lise. It’s incredible to read about her bravery and survival in the most horrific conditions.
I am definitely taking my children to The Imperial War Museum to see her possessions on display.
Kind words
I had a beautiful testimonial from the family after:
“My Grandmother worked as a Special Operations Executive in France, during the Second World War. She was betrayed, captured and imprisoned in the most brutal of circumstances. During her years of incarceration, she had very few possessions to call her own. Those that she did have, and which have survived, all tell an incredible story. I wanted to ensure that we got photographs of these treasured possessions. Consequently their images could be carefully conserved for future generations of the family.
I looked at some websites, and the examples of Nicola’s work told me she was the right person. Speaking to her on the phone only confirmed this. Her very real enthusiasm for my Grandmother, and her suggestions for the shoot all resonated with me. Nicola photographed everything with great sensitivity. She also used arrangements and compositions which have worked so well. The quality and detail that we can see in the images is outstanding. This was way beyond what I thought was possible. As a result, I am really delighted. We will certainly use Nicola for any future photographic requirements we have.”
Thank you so much, that is such a treat to read. The pleasure really was all mine! Thank you for choosing me, and I am looking forward to your family session in the summer!
Do get in contact if you would like to chat further about your photography needs. Or check out my commercial page.
All images captured by Nicola Light Photography //
Surrey Commercial Photography // Family Photographer Surrey
