Personal branding portraiture & brilliant business photography

If you are part of a conscious entrepreneur community these days, you may already be familiar with business portraiture and its superstar niche - Personal Brand Photography. A captivating brand story, a strong online presence and a striking portfolio of professionally crafted, on-brand, vibrant images are an absolute must nowadays for every driven professional, motivated business owner, founder or solopreneur.

Professional branding photography as a visual medium has this incredible ability to boost your Know, Like and Trust factors with your potential clients, by positively shaping first impressions, conveying your true essence, your mission and values, and inviting your audience to build an emotional connection with you.

'An image is worth a thousand words' they say, and this couldn't be truer for business photography. High quality professional headshots, lifestyle portraits, beautiful team photos, storytelling visuals and powerful on-brand imagery - they all impact your online presence. They influence how potential clients engage with you, your website or your social media, their interest, their initial enquiries, and most importantly their final decisions to buy from you.

Individually tailored photo sessions for the modern entrepreneur

So why is personal branding photography and business portraiture the perfect visual communication tool for entrepreneurs, founders and professionals around the world? 

For starters, the impact of first impressions is undeniable, and often influences your audience’s perception of you and your business from the very moment they land on your website, or come across your profile on social media.

Secondly, professional photography creates pure magic when it comes to sharing your brand story.

Great brand photography captures your personality, conveys the right brand messaging and builds authentic connection. Its visual communication quality can be leveraged to attract your ideal clients, peek their interest, get them to fall in love with your products and services and turn them into loyal fans and followers.

From a marketing point of view, having a unique portfolio of expressive, high-end brand images to use for PR features, across all media and social channels, becomes a game changer for all professionals and business owners out there.

As an experienced London Brand Photographer and Visual Communication specialist, I am by my clients' side every step of the creative process.

From the initial enquiry through to brainstorming, planning and executing, I work with you to craft the best professional headshots, the best bespoke portraits, your favourite personal branding photos and the new exciting visual content for your website gallery or social media.

From posed images to candid lifestyle portraits, from individual LinkedIn headshots to engaging team photos, from product photography to behind-the-scenes action shots, we'll have it all covered! And there is always lots of personal support involved, and very likely some long-lasting friendships too.

In Maya Angelou’s poetic words, “Nothing can dim the light that shines from within”, and my personal mission is to capture those brilliant sparks of individual magic and photograph the very best of YOU.

Like what you hear and feeling reassured?

Keep browsing and feel free to connect with me, I’d love to be your branding portrait and headshot photographer!

Photoshoots Designed to attract your ideal clients and elevate your brand

Everywhere in the online business-sphere - start-up owners, trainers, speakers and motivators, emerging leaders and entrepreneurs of all kinds, discuss and aspire to show-stopping Personal Branding, and that is for a reason.

A Brand - and the 'personal' aspect of it - is what makes YOU truly special - it's about who you are, what you offer as a business, how you stand out from your competitors, how you look, what you say, how you act, how people feel about working with you, and what they say about your business online and offline.

A Personal Brand is rather intangible - a feeling, an experience, a desire -, but it has a whole lot to do with visual elements that shape individual perceptions too. 

As players in different industries compete for attention and for winning consumers' hearts, having the right visual identity, a certain look & feel, and a voice that speaks the language of our audiences becomes a top priority for all of us.

A well-positioned brand will always help attract those wonderful STAR clients: people who totally vibe with you, share the same passions, value your products and services, and just love working with you!

Here's how professional business photography comes into play to boost your perceived value as a brand:

• You are suddenly standing out from your competitors in a very busy online environment

• Your image becomes recognisable and familiar, gradually building trust with your potential customers

• You convey a professional message about your skills, your ethics and your overall approach to business

• Clients get a feel of the quality of your services and products and a positive perception of your brand

• Your get an instant confidence boost, giving you a chance to shine when meeting new contacts, connecting online with prospective customers or partners

Why Choose Me as Your Personal Brand Photographer

Personal Branding Photography is an investment in your business and in your future success as an entrepreneur. When done right, it does absolute wonders for your business!

This is why you should make sure you’re working with a photographer you really connect with, who can deliver the quality images you’re after, understand your vision and translate it into impactful, stand-out branding visuals.

If you believe we might be a good match, here’s what I have to offer and how I personally help my clients:

1. My Background in Visual Communication, Business and Marketing

Photography is a visual language, and photographs use a language of their own that the viewers can ‘read’ to discover a deeper meaning. As a professional photographer with nearly a decade of experience in my field, a visual communication background, and extensive training in marketing and branding, I offer a unique blend of skills that help my clients achieve their desired results through professional photography. In other words I deliver strategic brand photography that makes your business offering irresistible and consolidates your brand identity.

2. My Experience in the Personal Branding Photography Field

Over the past couple of years I have worked with hundreds of clients from the most varied industries, professional backgrounds and different specialties, helping them take their personal brands and businesses to the next level.

So whether you are a business owner, a professional, a creative freelancer, an artist or musician, a coach, a speaker or a consultant, chances are I’ve already worked with someone in your field and have a good knowledge of your expectations and requirements.

3. My Approach to Professional Portraiture

I believe that every photoshoot shoud be about capturing the very best of my clients’ personalities. No boring sessions, fake smiles or awkward poses.

I’m all about vibrant, warm imagery that tells the story of a person, their own unique journey, what makes them special and what they hold dear in their hearts. My sessions are always fun and relaxed. I love making the process an enjoyable experience, and my main goal is to make you feel comfortable and at ease in front of my camera.

4. My Portfolio

An image is worth a thousand words they say. And this couldn’t be truer when talking about personal brand photography.

Think about it: your own audience gets a feel of who you are from the photographs you put up on your website or share on social media. And equally you, as a potential client, can make an informed decision when choosing your photographer by looking at their body of work.

So while you’re here have a browse of my home gallery and the wider website, and if you like what you see, do get in touch!

5. My testimonials

I take real pride in making my customers happy with every single aspect of a portrait, headshot or full branding photoshoot.

From planning and preparing, to brainstorming concepts and ideas, to making you feel totally relaxed in front of the camera and enjoying your day, from providing the highest standard of image editing to further advising on how to make the most of your finished branding imagery - it’s all part of my personal brand photography experience.

So if you happen to suffer from a ‘camera avoidance syndrome’, otherwise known as ‘I hate having my photo taken’, or ‘I never look good in my photos’ beliefs - you should know one thing: I hear these things from prospective clients all the time! And my answer is always the same - you just haven’t worked with the right photographer. At least not yet.

But if you’re not 100% convinced I’m the brand photographer for you, feel free to have look at what my clients had to say about working together:

Need even more reassurance? Why not have a look at my Client Feedback & Testimonials page and see how I’ve helped other business owners, founders and entrepreneurs!

Ready to take this to the next level? I offer several brand photography and business visuals packages to suit different needs and requirements. Have a browse of all the options below and get in contact to book your next fab portraiture experience!

* Personal Brand Photography, Headshot and Business Portraiture Offers *

Personal Branding Photoshoot - The Ultimate Web & Social Media Package

Does your web presence need some sparkle, your Instagram or Facebook feed a proper make-over? If you're serious about stepping-up your game, elevating your image and personal brand, the Web & Social Media Brand Photography package offers the absolute best value for this purpose!

The starting point is a one-off 3.5-4 hour photoshoot where all aspects of your business are captured in the best light possible!

From irresistible headshots and portraits that make your personality shine, to candid shots of your staff and team members to portraits of yourself in action, your products and services, your business premises and location, your company pet, stationery bits and everything in between will be featured in the gallery of 50 web-ready images with professional edits and enhancements and a licence for promotional use!

The Personal Branding - Web and Social Media Package includes:

• Up to 4 Hours Photo Session for a great variety in your visuals

• 50 Digital Files in high resolution, web-sized for your convenience

• 30-minute consultation session

• Fully guided photoshoot, including posing, colour and styling advice

• Multiple shooting locations, in & around your place of business

• Option to change in 3-4 outfits

• Mix of lifestyle portraits, impactful headshots and candid photographs of you 'in action', with clients, with your team etc.

• Professional editing and skin retouching on all chosen images

• Private online gallery to view and pick your favourites

• Additional professional lighting equipment where necessary

Do you need more to keep your audience delighted? There are saver options available when you book two, three of four shoots a year ! Get in touch to discuss any bespoke requirements via my Contact Form.

Personal Branding Photoshoot - The Essential Business Package

Fancy a portrait photoshoot with the Wow factor to tell your story? Personal branding photo sessions are meant to capture the true essence of any professional, in other words showing the world what makes you ... YOU! 

A Personal Branding Business Essentials session is usually set in & around your place of business, and includes carefully composed portraits and headshots, as well as candid photographs of you creating your brilliant product / delivering your awesome service to your customers. It's all about you and how you wish to be perceived, communicating your slightly unconventional, creative, strong or playful side, tailoring the session with you in mind every step of the way.

The most valuable of all portrait offerings, a personal branding session will portray your business and special skills in the best light possible, boosting your confidence at the same time. If all eyes are on you, why not give them your best to look at!

The Personal Branding - Essentials Business Package includes:

• 2 to 2.5 Hours Photo Session, plus 12 Digital Files in high resolution

• 30-minute consultation session

• Fully guided photoshoot, including posing, colour and styling advice

• Several shooting locations in & around your place of business

• Option to change in 2-3 outfits

• Mix of lifestyle portraits, impactful headshots and candid photographs of you 'in action'

• Professional editing and skin retouching on all chosen images

• Private online gallery to view and pick your favourites

• Additional professional lighting equipment where necessary

Business and Personal Branding Photography Subscriptions

If you’re already aware of the amazing impact good photography can have on your business growth, on your customer fan base, your social media engagement and so on, then you should probably consider the following packages I’ve put together specifically for business owners, start-ups, entrepreneurs and companies that live and breathe social media, and who have seen real results from incorporating it into their marketing mix.

Depending on your needs I can accommodate four seasonal sessions a year, three photoshoots scheduled every four months, or two visits resulting in a professional session twice a year. There is also a generous bonus for each extra session and great discounts involved when you pre-book any of the subscription packages below:

£4,000 Quarterly Plan (face value £4,600)

4 Photoshoots / Year - 62 images per session (BONUS: £600 direct savings AND 4x12 = 48 free images per plan, worth an extra £1,440)

£3,150 Triannual Plan (face value £3,450)

3 Photoshoots / Year - 58 images per session (BONUS: £300 direct savings AND 3x8 =24 free images per plan, worth an extra £840)

£2,200 Biannual Plan (face value £2,300)

2 Photoshoots / Year - 54 images per session (BONUS: £100 direct savings AND 2x4 =8 free images per plan, worth an extra £320)

Bespoke Portraits and Business Headshots London - on location

If you're in an industry where personal image requires more than professional, formal-looking headshots, and your goal is to stand out through warm, fun and approachable photos, this may be your portrait and headshot option.

Wonder about the bespoke nature of the package? Here's the scoop: it's a customised portrait session where you have a say about the location, the energy you wish to channel, the look and feel of your photos. We'll start with an initial chat and work together to create a unique concept true to your personality! Why wouldn't you exude confidence and style, if your new shots could reflect your unique, most authentic self?

The Bespoke Portraits package comes with: 

• 1 to 1.5 Hours Photo Session, plus 8 Digital Files in web resolution

• One location of your choice that suits your business

• An option to shoot in 2 different outfits

• Posing guidance and advice on what to wear

• Private online gallery to view and pick your favourites

• Professional editing and skin retouching on all chosen images

LinkedIn Portraits and Headshots London

Are your online profile pictures taken a while ago and no longer reflect your gorgeous self? Are you looking to make a lasting impression with each new online interaction? It might just be the right time to refresh your image with a new set of professional headshots!

The location headshot package is an affordable option to getting your new awesome look out there - a quick 30 minute photoshoot will give you those new vibrant headshots you've been waiting for!

This type of session is available Monday through Friday, in London and the surrounding counties (but please note that for the latter a small travel fee applies and a minimum of 2 employees per booking).

Individual headshot photoshoots for Central London companies, entrepreneurs, business owners and institutions are priced at £225 per person. For local sessions (Ealing, Chiswick and Hammersmith-based solopreneurs or small businesses) the package is offered at a discounted rate of £195 per person. Group rates are also available for corporate headshots with larger teams (of 8 people or more), so please get in touch for details.

The Business Headshots package offers:

• 30-Minute Photo Session

• 3 Digital High Resolution Files with professional editing and retouching included

• Posing guidance on the day

• Private online gallery to view and pick your favourites

• Professional editing and skin retouching on all chosen images

Event Portrait Photography - The Speaker Package

Camera, lights, action! Own the spotlight and dare to shine!

Live Portraits or Portraiture in Action is a photography package designed specifically for public figures, trainers, speakers, motivators, authors, media personalities. It's perfect for those who deliver talks and presentations regularly as part of their job and whose image is an essential part of their brand / public persona.

Do you want to always look on top of your game? To impress followers and your wider audience with current photography from your most recent gigs? By booking this package you get your private London event photographer to capture the best moments from your workshop, masterclass or any live engagement. Why depend on blurry phone images from members of the public, when you can 'show off' with well-composed, sharp professional images that make just the right impression. Let everyone see your passion, knowledge and charisma with these professional in-action portraits!

Professional Product Photography for London Businesses

Does your company sell things through an e-commerce platform? Need to update your online shopfront with exciting pictures of lovely new products? Then the product photography package is the one for you!

Grow your customer fan base, increase your sales, and Wow your customers with beautiful, bright imagery. Show full sized items as well as details, showcase the best of what your business has to offer. Each photographed product will come with 2-3 brochure-ready shots/angles with professional editing when you book this photo package. Whether it's cakes, flowers, jewellery, fashion accessories or clothing, hand made little treasures, make up or personal care, fragrances or home decor, I'll make your products the stars of the show!

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