Kieran Cox Photography

I specialise in portraiture from my studio base in Alton, Hampshire, bringing a photojournalistic sensibility to every professional portrait and headshot. Trained with a BA in Photography and rooted in documentary and social-photo practice, my work aims to capture honest expression and the personality behind the pose — not just a flattering image. Why choose me? My approach combines technical studio know-how with the instincts of a documentary photographer. That means you get crisp, well-lit professional portraits and headshots that still feel natural and alive. Whether you need a clean LinkedIn photo, corporate headshot or a striking personal portrait, I focus on creating images that tell something meaningful about you or your brand. What makes my approach special is the emphasis on atmosphere and authenticity. I create a relaxed, conversational session where people can be themselves. My background in photojournalism trains me to observe and respond quickly to fleeting expressions and subtle gestures — the moments that make a portrait feel true. In the studio I control light and composition to produce refined, professional results; on location across Hampshire and surrounding areas I use the environment to add context and character. How I work: every portrait begins with a short conversation about your goals and the impression you want to convey. From there I guide you through posture, expression and small adjustments to lighting so the session feels effortless. I shoot with attention to detail and patience, offering gentle direction while allowing natural moments to surface. After the shoot I carefully edit the selected images to enhance tone, colour and clarity while preserving the authenticity of the moment. Alongside portraiture I continue to practise documentary and photojournalism, and that storytelling background informs the way I frame people and places. I also undertake business portrait requests and professional headshots when clients need imagery for websites, social profiles or press — always delivered with the same commitment to genuine, well-crafted images. If you want portrait photography from a photographer who blends documentary instincts with studio precision, based in Alton and covering Hampshire, I’d be glad to discuss your brief and tailor a session to suit your needs.