Bluebell Photoshoots: Why I Don’t Do Them Anymore

Every spring, the bluebells bloom and so does the flood of Instagram sessions and dreamy woodland shoots. But while the photos are beautiful, what’s happening behind the scenes isn’t.

In this episode, I talk about why I’ve stopped offering bluebell sessions as a professional photographer. From crushed wildflowers and legal issues to misleading content and flat-out environmental damage, we’re diving into the uncomfortable truth behind these popular photoshoots.

This isn’t about blaming photographers — it’s about awareness, responsibility, and doing better. Whether you shoot bluebells, are thinking about it, or didn’t even realise the damage, this conversation is for you.

We’ll cover:

• The real impact on ecosystems

• Why “just for my portfolio” doesn’t excuse the rules

• What counts as commercial use

• How to shoot bluebells responsibly

• Why I personally decided to stop

🎧 Listen in and let’s talk honestly about what it means to respect the places we shoot in — and why doing better matters.