Get to know Me
Welcome to Ember and essence
Hi, I'm Tasha - Welcome to Ember and Essence.
I first discovered my love of photography during my media studies A Level, capturing moments with my camera. I particularly loved shooting and designing my own magazine covers like something from "A Devil Wears Prada". Life took me on a journey through midwifery, motherhood and eventually, back to my passion of storytelling through images.
Being a midwife, I developed an awe of the power of women, our bodies and the beauty in every chapter of motherhood. Now, I combine that experience and my own as a mother, with my professional photography diploma to create truly magical and empowering boudoir sessions, maternity portraits, family connections and lasting memories that celebrate you exactly as you are.
Based in Leigh-on-sea I provide service across Essex for families who want authentic, warm, soulful photos without the fuss.
Lets create something beautiful together
Parenthood is filled with irreplaceable moments that can slip away with time. I’m here to help you capture and keep that essence
Being a mum is my greatest adventure and my most beautiful chaos. I’m a proud mama to three incredible little humans — a creative teen daughter and two wild, young boys.
Motherhood has stretched me, grounded me, and honestly, reshaped the way I see the world. It’s full of mess and magic — the kind of days that feel never-ending but go by in the blink of an eye. The tantrums, the cuddles, the tiny fingers tangled in mine… they’ve all become the heartbeat behind what I do.
Being a mum is where I learned the true value of capturing the in-between moments — the soft glances, the chaotic giggles, the quiet “just us” seconds that slip past too fast. It’s why I photograph families with empathy, patience, and a real understanding that the beauty isn’t always in the perfectly posed — it’s in the real. The raw. The love.
I don’t just understand the juggle — I live it. And that’s why I’ll always meet your chaos with calm, your nerves with warmth, and your story with the kind of care only another mum can give.
Photography is my way of slowing down time — of holding onto the beauty, connection, and quiet strength that lives in everyday moments. I’m a bit of a whirlwind with a camera — always chatting, laughing, adjusting a hair here, moving a hand there, then suddenly sprinting across a field because the light just hit perfectly. I’m a natural chatterbox (once I’m in the zone!) with a big energy and an even bigger heart, and I bring all of that into every shoot.
In my day job, I’m an organised, efficient project manager — spreadsheets and structure are second nature. But when I’ve got my camera in hand, I forget all about the time slots (genuinely… please remind me when we’re done). It’s like something flips — I feel free, creative, and totally in my element.
I love creating relaxed, joy-filled spaces where people can feel truly comfortable. No stiff posing, no forced smiles — just connection, laughter, movement, and those beautiful in-between moments that show who you really are. Whether we’re chasing golden light, playing with your kids, or capturing a quiet look between you and your partner, I’m there to catch the magic without interrupting it
A few more facts about me
I FIRST STARTED PHOTOGRAPHY
AT the age of 16 in media studies
I'm obsessed with
the beach and golden hour
My editing fuel
tea, chocolate and biscuits
I have a degree in
Midwifery
guilty pleasure
totally taylor swift
My biggest supporter(s)
My husband and my best friend Hayley who is always a willing model
