Where are you based? How do you shoot?

We are based in Camberwell, London SE5, close to Peckham Rye and around the corner from the very delicious Toad Bakery. We are close to both Vestry Road and Peckham Road / Southampton Way bus stops (for bus no.’s 12, 36, 136, 171, 343, 345, and 436). You will receive a full address and directions after you confirm your booking.

I generally shoot headshots in natural light, at my home studio and outdoors in London taking into account your preferences and the weather / light. I add in continuous lighting as necessary or desirable. I do travel for work. Please contact me directly for any work outside of London or overseas.

How should I prepare for my photoshoot?

Drink plenty of water in the week prior to your shoot and get as much sleep as you can. Exfoliate your skin well and moisturise as much as possible. Wear SPF (always!). Bring lip balm with you!

Enjoy some exercise in the days prior to your photoshoot - exercise is great for brightening your skin, and good for mental health. Go for walk and do some stretches. Dance around your home a bit. That’s perfect.

Please don’t diet or fast prior to shooting your headshots. Dieting can help you look tired and feel tired. How you feel will show in your headshots. Rather, focus on preparing your own meals (less sugar / very little salt) and include vegetables and fruit.

Don’t be hung over or sunburnt. Please don’t use fake tan or colour your hair right before your shoot. Your hair should be clean and natural-looking. If you want a new haircut or colour, It’s better to have your hair styled at least a week prior to your shoot - let your new look settle. Please let me know as soon as possible if you have a vacation sunburn / hairdo disaster. We can make a plan or find a new time to work together.

Please also let me know right away if you feel like you are getting sick, if you are suddenly ill or if you’re just having a dreadful week. I want your headshot session to be a relaxing and enjoyable experience. How you feel will show in your headshots. I would rather we have a brief conversation and decide the best path forward, than go ahead with a shoot when you’re truly struggling for whatever reason. We can reschedule your session if we need to.

What should I bring with me?

Bring plenty of options. Bring at least a few outfits and a number of different coloured tops. Bring your favourite clothing and think about what colours and tops might bring out your eyes. Choose some differing necklines. Solid colours and a v-neckline are often flattering.

Bring layers. Bring your favourite jacket to wear over a shirt or two. Try your favourite jumper. Think about what you need, if anything, under your top or shirt (vest / bra etc).

If you can, commit to an entire look, I’m happy to shoot a few wider portraits if we have time. If you love stripes, black or a particular dress or scarf, then bring it along!

At my studio I have a steamer (for clothing wrinkles) and hangers.

Can I bring my glasses? … and jewellery options?

Yes, please do. You might love an image with your favourite earrings.

I will want to shoot some portraits without your glasses and with minimal or no accessories. I want you to have all of the options you need for your agent and casting.

Please note that glasses must have anti-reflective coating. Your eyes will be very difficult to photograph behind your glasses if they don’t have this coating.

What about makeup?

A great tinted moisturiser is useful, as well as mascara and lip balm. Any moisturiser should match your skin tone exactly. If anything, err on the side of less makeup

Can I charge my phone?

Yep. Bring your cables and charge away

Can I straighten or curl my hair?

Yes. At my studio I have a hair-dryer and power sockets. You can bring your hair wand or straightener etc

Can I shave mid-photoshoot?

Yes. I have a bathroom with a sink in my studio space

Can we shoot outside?

Yes. I love to shoot outdoors. There are some situations where shooting outdoors is difficult (windy conditions and locations in particular can be tricky). If you would like to shoot entirely outside please discuss this with me when you are booking a photoshoot, we will work together to find the best time / date / weather possible

Note, if you are running very late or pressed for time on the date of your photoshoot, it might not be possible to shoot outdoors as well as in my studio

Can I bring my dog?

No. I love dogs but my cats will completely freak out if you bring your dog

Can I bring my mother?

Yes. This is not necessary though if you are over 18

I do think it’s best for you to attend your photoshoot on your own, as all the attention can be squarely on you. However, my total aim is for you to have a wonderful time shooting and for you to feel safe and supported. If you would like a family member or best friend to attend your photoshoot, then they are very welcome! They should arrive with you in this instance

Can we take full body shots or editorial shots in a headshot session?

I might shoot a little wider sometimes, but if you specifically need full body shots, 3/4 shots or editorial style images these should be requested at point of booking as these are beyond the reasonable scope of a headshot image (normally head to mid-chest portrait primarily for casting or marketing use) and would be charged as a ARTIST PORTFOLIO / CREATIVE PROJECT (typically a longer shoot)

Please get in touch for an exact quote