Barnabas the Skeleton Bird - A cast member at the Witches' Cafe Halloween Photo Shoots - Pre Glow Upa skeleton bird in a cage - Barnabas the apothecary's informant.

Every prop in my Halloween photoshoots has a story, and Barnabas the skeleton bird is no exception.

When I brought him home, he was a little plain, but with some paint, moss, and a touch of imagination, he transformed into the eerie, characterful creature you see today.

I love creating props that feel unique – it means every photo session has its own personality, and no two shoots are ever the same. Barnabas now takes pride of place in the Witches’ Café set, keeping a watchful (if slightly bony) eye over the scene.

Stay tuned — I’ll be sharing more behind-the-scenes glimpses of the props and sets I’ve been working on for this year’s Halloween mini sessions!

Halloween Photography in East Grinstead

Step into the magic of The Witches’ Café or wander through the Pumpkin Forest for this year’s Halloween mini sessions. These one-of-a-kind photo shoots are filled with spooky-cute details and make the perfect seasonal keepsake.  These sessions will run from October 17-19 and spaces are limited.

(Psst… curious about the behind-the-scenes props and extra fun? Head over to my Halloween site for a peek at the “Extra Magic.”)