A short, private conversation to understand your context and where being on camera currently feels uncomfortable or inconsistent.

We’ll look at where this is showing up (e.g. portraits, events, internal or external visibility) and what would need to shift for you to feel more at ease and natural in those situations.

If it makes sense, I’ll outline a tailored approach based on that.

No preparation needed.

A short, private conversation to understand your context and where being on camera currently feels uncomfortable or inconsistent.
We’ll look at where this is showing up (e.g. portraits, events, internal or external visibility) and what would need to shift for you to feel more at ease and natural in those situations.
If it makes sense, I’ll outline a tailored approach based on that.
No preparation needed.

Private Camera Confidence Consultation

****\*\*Please RSVP to the calendar invitation to ensure Mervyn attends the call.\*\*****

****Hello hello!****

Welcome! Let's have a short, focused conversation to help you get clear on whether we can help you celebrate yourself!

By the end of the call, you’ll have a better understanding of:

*   The process working with me (Merv)
*   How you'll feel shifts in confidence AND receive an incredible set of images
*   Whether working together would make sense for you

If it feels aligned, I’ll explain the next steps. If it doesn’t, you’ll leave with more clarity than you had before.

****A quick note on booking****

Please only book this call if you genuinely intend to attend. These slots are kept deliberately limited so I can give my full attention to each conversation.

If you’re not quite ready yet, that’s completely fine. You can always book when it feels like the right moment.

**Please RSVP to the calendar invitation to ensure Mervyn attends the call.**
Hello hello!
Welcome! Let's have a short, focused conversation to help you get clear on whether we can help you celebrate yourself!
By the end of the call, you’ll have a better understanding of:
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<li>The process working with me (Merv)</li>
<li>How you'll feel shifts in confidence AND receive an incredible set of images</li>
<li>Whether working together would make sense for you</li>
</ul>
If it feels aligned, I’ll explain the next steps. If it doesn’t, you’ll leave with more clarity than you had before.
A quick note on booking
Please only book this call if you genuinely intend to attend. These slots are kept deliberately limited so I can give my full attention to each conversation.
If you’re not quite ready yet, that’s completely fine. You can always book when it feels like the right moment.

Welcome Call with Mervyn

Pick a date and time and come and hang out with me to see your images. It's best part of the whole experience. It is totally normal to feel nervous at this stage of the experience, and most people feel even more nervous than they did for the shoot part. Be kind to yourself, and I'll see you soon! Merv :-)

Pick a date and time and come and hang out with me to see your images. It's best part of the whole experience. It is totally normal to feel nervous at this stage of the experience, and most people feel even more nervous than they did for the shoot part. Be kind to yourself, and I'll see you soon! Merv :-)

Photo Reveal Session (In-Person)

Photo Reveal Session (Online)

A conversation covering who we both are and how we can work together to help more people to improve the love they have for themselves.

A conversation covering who we both are and how we can work together to help more people to improve the love they have for themselves.

Chilled Chat with Merv from You at Yours

Niki & Merv Chat

Hi, I’m Mervyn Reid-Nelson, the founder and director of You at Yours, London’s leading body confidence photography experience. Over the years, I’ve been humbled to help people transform how they see themselves through photography. My journey started in wedding photography, capturing authentic, emotional moments. But a life-changing boudoir shoot in 2018 made me realise my true calling: helping people embrace their beauty by creating a safe, empowering environment free of judgments or filters. 🌟In addition to my photography work, I’m proud to be a body confidence coach, teaching workshops centred around consent and empowerment. I’m honoured to have been voted London’s Best Boudoir Photographer three times and to have impacted over a thousand lives. My mission is to counter harmful societal beauty standards and showcase the diversity and uniqueness of every individual.Outside the studio, you can catch me DJing, kayaking, or exploring London with friends - it’s a city that inspires me to live boldly every day. 🎶🚤

We work with individuals who are highly capable in their field but don’t feel the same level of confidence when a camera is introduced. That might show up in formal portraits, press images, internal communications, or more informal environments like networking events and receptions. The common thread is not a lack of competence, but a disconnect between how someone feels and how they are seen. At You at Yours, our work focuses on closing that gap. This is not about posing, performance, or “looking better”. It’s about helping people feel more at ease being seen, so that what comes across on camera is aligned with who they already are. Our approach combines coaching, guided exposure to being on camera, and where appropriate, professional photography. The goal is simple: consistency. So whether it’s a staged portrait or a candid moment, you’re not second-guessing how you come across. We’ve worked with hundreds of clients across a wide range of industries, many of whom initially believed they were “not photogenic”. In almost every case, that assumption proved to be inaccurate.

We help individuals feel more at ease and consistent in how they show up on camera. For many people in senior roles, there’s a gap between how confident they feel in their work and how that confidence translates in photographs or public-facing moments. That gap often leads to overthinking, self-consciousness, or a sense of disconnect when images are shared internally or externally. Our work focuses on closing that gap. Through a combination of 1:1 coaching, guided exposure to being on camera, and where appropriate, professional photography, we help you develop a more natural and reliable presence across both formal and informal settings. This isn’t about learning how to pose or perform. It’s about removing the friction that gets in the way, so that how you come across visually reflects how you already operate day to day. The outcome is not just a set of images, but a shift in how you experience being seen, whether that’s in a portrait session, on stage, or in a room where photos are being taken.

You at Yours is London's premier photography experience dedicated to celebrating body confidence and individuality. We specialize in boudoir, nude, empowerment sessions, and workshops that emphasize consent, safe spaces, and empowerment over superficial aesthetics. Our mission is to show people their inherent beauty and help them shed societal insecurities.Founded in 2018 by Mervyn Reid-Nelson, we have transformed over a thousand lives by creating a unique blend of therapy and artistry. We reject retouching and filters, giving clients unfiltered memories of self-expression and personal growth. From individuals and couples to groups, our sessions aim to boost self-love and redefine what it means to feel seen and celebrated. 🌟✨

<ul class="prose-ul list-disc ml-8"><li value="1">Body Confidence Photography: Boudoir, nude, and empowerment shoots designed to help clients embrace and celebrate their bodies without Photoshop or filters.</li><li value="2">Workshops and Coaching: Photography sessions centered on consent, creating safe spaces, and fostering empowerment, rather than conforming to societal beauty standards.</li><li value="3">Membership Platform: You at Your Best provides tools, workshops, and community support for sustaining personal confidence growth after your photoshoot.</li><li value="4">Diversity and Inclusion: Sessions for men, women, couples, and groups, breaking stereotypes and celebrating every body type in a safe, judgment-free zone.</li><li value="5">Transformative Experiences: Clients leave with boosted self-confidence and a lifelong appreciation for their unique beauty and authenticity.</li></ul>

<ul class="prose-ul list-disc ml-8"><li value="1">“Will I feel uncomfortable during the shoot?”Our sessions are designed to create a safe, consent-focused environment that ensures comfort, relaxation, and empowerment throughout.</li><li value="2">“Do you use Photoshop to edit imperfections?”No, we celebrate natural beauty and refrain from using Photoshop. We believe in showing your inherent beauty as you are. 🌿</li><li value="3">“What if I’ve never done this kind of shoot before?”Most of our clients are first-timers. We guide you step-by-step and ensure you're comfortable every moment of the session.</li><li value="4">“Are your services only for women?”No, we welcome men, couples, and groups! Celebrating all genders and body types is core to our mission.</li><li value="5">“How do I maintain my confidence after the shoot?”We offer a membership platform, You at Your Best, for ongoing support, tools, and workshops that help sustain your personal confidence journey.</li></ul>

"What I loved most wasn't the images - it was realising I've been a different person since."

Kelly

"The whole experience has genuinely made me feel differently about my body, and I don't focus so much on 'hang ups'."

R May

"I've walked out of this experience feeling like, oh my God, I really am all things I want to be—I am beautiful, I am powerful, I am desirable and I am sexy AF!"

Lorna

"The result cannot be explained through words, but I can tell you that the photo reveal was filled with a lot of jaw-dropping moments and every time I see the photos the confident side of me kicks in. He somehow was able to capture a part of me that I knew it was hidden somewhere and I never seen it before until that day."

Silvia T

"I didn’t expect to like many of the photos, if any... I ‘knew’ before going in that I’d be going home with the smallest package because I anticipated not liking what I was going to see during the reveal but I loved the photos so much I ended up going for the biggest package 😂"

Leyla

"I honestly had a mini panic after the shoot and before I saw the picture reveal two weeks later as I couldn't believe what I had done but, seeing the photos at the reveal was an amazing experience! I appreciate my body in a whole new way and will be getting a poster print for my wall!"

"One image (of my face looking down the lens) blew me away, I never thought badly of my face but Merv captured it in a way I stare at posters of film stars thinking what fascinating features they have. It truly is a joy to be able to see myself as I have looked at others."

Monni

Who is this for? This is typically for individuals in senior or visible roles who are already confident in their work but feel less comfortable when a camera is involved. That includes formal portraits, press images, internal communications, and event environments. ⸻ What does the process look like? Each programme is tailored, but usually includes a combination of 1:1 coaching sessions and practical, guided exposure to being on camera. Where relevant, this can include a professional photography session to embed the work in a real setting. Most people work with me over a short, focused period rather than an open-ended programme. ⸻ Is this photography or coaching? It’s primarily coaching. Photography can be included, but it’s used as a tool to apply and reinforce the work, rather than being the main focus. ⸻ Do you teach posing or techniques? No. There isn’t a single way someone “should” look on camera, and trying to apply techniques often makes people feel more self-conscious. The focus is on helping you feel more natural and at ease, so that your presence comes through without needing to manage it. ⸻ Is this suitable for someone with a busy schedule? Yes. The structure is designed to be efficient and flexible. Sessions can be arranged around existing commitments, and the work itself is focused and practical rather than time-heavy. ⸻ Is this done in person or remotely? Both options are available. Coaching sessions can be delivered remotely or in person depending on preference and location. Photography sessions, where included, are typically in person. ⸻ How long does it take to see results? Most clients notice a shift quite quickly, often within the first few sessions. The aim is not to create a long process, but to make a meaningful change in a relatively short period of time. ⸻ Is this confidential? Yes. A large proportion of my work is with individuals in visible or senior positions, so discretion is a standard part of how I operate. Nothing is shared publicly without explicit agreement. ⸻ What is the investment? Programmes typically range between £1,000–£3,000 depending on the level of support and whether photography is included. This is discussed in more detail once I understand your specific requirements. ⸻ What happens on the initial call? The call is a short, informal conversation to understand your context, what you’re currently experiencing, and what you’d like to shift. From there, I’ll recommend a structure that makes sense for you. There’s no obligation to proceed.

I spent 10 years working in a corporate environment before moving into photography full-time. That background matters, because I understand the expectations, pressures, and environments that come with senior roles. The challenge isn’t usually confidence in your work. It’s how that confidence translates when you’re being observed, photographed, or represented visually. Over the past eight years, I’ve worked with hundreds of individuals to help them feel more comfortable and natural in front of the camera. Not through scripts or techniques, but by shifting how they see themselves in that environment. I don’t use Photoshop or heavy retouching. The work is done before the photo is taken. Clients often come in expecting to “get through” a shoot or a series of images. What tends to happen instead is that they leave with a different relationship to being seen altogether. Alongside client work, I speak and teach on the subject of self-perception, consent, and confidence, with a focus on creating environments where people can show up without needing to perform.

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