Practical advice on professional headshots and personal branding, written for real people with busy jobs.
What to wear, where to stand, how to handle glasses, and what a team headshot day looks like when it's done
on-site.
Touching Grass: When a Personal Branding Session Captures a Concept, Not Just a Person
4 min read •
Personal Branding
A personal branding session doesn't just photograph you. It photographs your ideas. Here's how a strategy meeting turned one client's daily ritual into his most-used images.
How to Look Natural in a Professional Headshot (Without Practising in the Mirror)
5 min read •
Headshots
Most people freeze up in front of a camera. Here's why your headshot looks awkward and what a photographer should be doing to fix it during the session.
AI Headshots: The Problem Nobody Talks About
6 min read •
Headshots
AI can make a great picture. But a headshot isn't just a picture. It's a marketing image of you, and if it isn't actually you, you've got a problem.
Nervous About Your Headshot? Here's What Actually Helps
4 min read •
Headshots
Most people I photograph are nervous at the start. Here's what actually helps, from expression coaching to knowing what to expect on the day.
Meet Toast
3 min read •
Behind the Lens
A welcoming day of on-site team headshots at Toast’s London office, with a consistent look and a session built around a busy working day.
Is retouching included?
2 min read •
Prep & Process
Yes. Every purchased image is retouched. Here’s what’s included, what stays natural, and how it works for corporate teams.
How I Help You Look Your Best
4 min read •
Prep & Process
How I help you feel comfortable on camera and get a headshot that looks confident, approachable, and like you on a good day.
How Big Should Your Face Be in a Profile Photo?
4 min read •
Headshots
If your face is tiny in your profile photo, you can come across as distant. Here’s LinkedIn’s 60% guideline and the common mistakes to avoid.
After Your Headshot Session: What Happens Next?
3 min read •
Prep & Process
From choosing your favourites to natural retouching and delivery formats for LinkedIn and websites. Here’s exactly what happens after your headshot session.
January Team Headshots: A Quick New Year Reset
3 min read •
Corporate & Teams
A short New Year reminder to check your team headshots, keep them consistent, and refresh them on site with minimal disruption.
From Camera Shy to Camera Ready: Overcoming Your Inner Critic for Great Headshots
4 min read •
Headshots
Camera shy to camera confident professional headshots. Overcome your inner critic and make a powerful first impression with our confidence building approach.
Where To Stand: Backgrounds That Make or Break Your Headshot
4 min read •
Headshots
Discover why background choice matters in professional headshots, and how carefully controlled backdrops like dark grey, white, office and fine art canvas change how you come across.
Ready to Be Taken Seriously? Start Here.
4 min read •
Headshots
Discover how a professional headshot shapes first impressions, builds trust, and supports your personal and business success across your career.
Show Who You Really Are: How Personal Branding Photos Build Trust
8 min read •
Personal Branding
Discover how personal branding photos that show your real personality help you build trust, connection and credibility with your clients, plus practical examples and planning tips.
From First Impression to Lasting Impact
3 min read •
Headshots
How professional headshots shape trust. Discover why the right image builds confidence, connection, and credibility that lasts.
Top Five Tips: What to Wear for Your Headshot
5 min read •
Prep & Process
Wondering what to wear for your headshot? Five simple tips on outfits, colours and styling so you look natural, confident and camera ready.
Having Your Headshot Taken Shouldn’t Feel Like a Trip to the Dentist
3 min read •
Headshots
Why headshot sessions do not need to feel stressful or awkward. How a calm, on-location approach turns anxiety into confidence and delivers natural, authentic portraits.
Beyond the Postcode: London‑Quality Headshots, Delivered On‑Site Across the South West
3 min read •
Corporate & Teams
You don’t need to travel to London to look like you belong there. Mobile studio lighting, expert expression coaching and consistent team setups - delivered at your office across the South West.
No Stock Photos: Why Authentic Imagery Builds Business Trust
4 min read •
Personal Branding
Stock photos might look polished, but they don’t build trust. Discover why authentic business photography connects with clients and strengthens your brand.
Should I Wear Glasses in My Headshot? Yes. Here’s How To Make Them Look Great
4 min read •
Headshots
Wear your glasses in your headshot. Stay recognisable, avoid glare, and look confident. Prep tips, best frames, and how I handle reflections on the day.
LinkedIn Headshots That Get South West Professionals Noticed
7 min read •
Headshots
How professional LinkedIn headshots help South West professionals compete nationally. Mobile studio convenience, real-time coaching, and images that boost connection and opportunities.
Beyond the Studio: Introducing Captured Isle
7 min read •
Behind the Lens
From business portraits to fine art landscapes - discover how fine art photography enhances professional headshots. Introducing Captured Isle, a new fine art landscape photography practice.
5 Signs You Need to Update Your Professional Headshots
9 min read •
Headshots
Wondering if it's time for new professional headshots? Discover the 5 clear signs that signal it's time to update your professional photos - and why waiting costs you opportunities.
Corporate Team Headshots: The Complete South West Business Guide
8 min read •
Corporate & Teams
Professional team photography that builds credibility without disrupting productivity. The complete guide to corporate headshots for South West businesses.
Why Mobile Beats Studio: 5 Advantages for Busy Professionals
6 min read •
Headshots
Discover why mobile headshot photography delivers over traditional studios for busy professionals. Quality with unmatched convenience at your workplace.
Behind the Scenes: Setting Up a Pro Studio in Your Office
3 min read •
Prep & Process
Step inside a real mobile headshot session at your office. See how we transform a meeting room into a pro studio in 30 minutes for confident, polished portraits.
How Real-Time Coaching Transforms Camera-Shy Professionals
7 min read •
Prep & Process
Discover how watching yourself improve on screen during your headshot session builds genuine confidence. No guessing, no anxiety.
Office Headshots: What to Expect When I Bring a Mobile Studio to Your Workplace
6 min read •
Corporate & Teams
A practical guide for organisers and camera-shy staff: setup, timings, live review, what people receive, and delivery in two working days.
What to Wear for Professional Headshots: A Corporate & Team Guide
5 min read •
Prep & Process
A practical clothing guide for execs and HR: outfits, colours, fit, and a simple way to keep team headshots consistent.
The Real You Every Time: Authenticity in Business Photography
6 min read •
Personal Branding
Discover why authentic business photography creates stronger client connections. Real stories, practical tips, and proven results for professional success.
Are You Getting Your Money's Worth? The 66 Ways Smart Entrepreneurs Use Their Personal Branding Photos
7 min read •
Personal Branding
Maximise your personal branding photography investment with these 66 strategic ways to use your professional photos across all marketing channels.
Personal Branding Photography Gallery
5 min read •
Personal Branding
View our portfolio of personal branding photography showcasing professionals across the South West.
Finding the Right Headshot Photographer: Beyond the Camera
5 min read •
Headshots
Discover what truly matters when choosing a headshot photographer. Beyond technical skills, someone who captures your genuine expressions.
Why Your Next Team Away Day Should Include Headshots
3 min read •
Corporate & Teams
Team away days are the perfect time for professional headshots. Here's why it works so well, and how I make it easy.
The LinkedIn Advantage: How Your Headshot Transforms Professional Opportunities
3 min read •
Headshots
Discover how a quality LinkedIn headshot can dramatically increase profile views, connection rates, and opportunities.