Frederik Trovatten

I’m Frederik Trovatten — an award-winning portrait photographer who brings a documentary mindset into the studio. Based in Bethnal Green, I specialise in professional headshots, business portraits and studio portraiture that feel honest, unforced and distinctly human. Why choose me? My work sits where commercial clarity meets documentary truth. Years of creating visuals for brands like Coca‑Cola and Burger King taught me how to deliver images that communicate character and intent. In the studio I translate that experience into portraits that work for LinkedIn profiles, corporate bios, actor and model portfolios, editorial features or fine‑art prints. What makes my approach different is simplicity and presence. My studio portraits are built around a single key light and a couple of fillers — a pared‑down setup that keeps attention on expression, gesture and the small details that reveal a person. I favour a relaxed, unhurried atmosphere: a short pre‑shoot conversation to understand your story, gentle direction when useful, and the freedom to let candid moments surface. Many clients ask for black‑and‑white images because the reduction in colour emphasizes tone, texture and mood — but I shoot in both colour and black & white depending on the brief. How I work: we start with a quick brief — objectives, audience and the look you want to achieve. For business portraits I focus on clarity and personality so your images read well across digital profiles and print. For creative or editorial sessions we explore lighting, composition and subtle narratives that give each photograph more depth. The session is collaborative: I guide, you relax, and together we find the moments that feel true. Beyond the session, my background in documentary photography and advertising means I care deeply about storytelling and craft. My portraits are not just flattering pictures — they’re considered visuals designed to communicate who you are. If you’re in Bethnal Green or central London and need a professional headshot, a business portrait or a studio session with an authentic, documentary edge, I’d love to talk about your project and create images that actually say something about you.