CONTENT Video & Photography

CONTENT Video & Photography (CVP) is your Bideford specialist for portrait photography — a practice Russell Scott Skinner has refined since 2002. Framed around honest visual storytelling, CVP treats portraiture as reportage: the aim is to reveal a person's energy, character and story rather than manufacture a look. If you want a LinkedIn headshot that feels authentic, a professional portrait that reflects your business persona, or a framed image that captures who you are in that moment, CVP is positioned to deliver. Why choose CVP for your portrait? Experience and a storyteller’s eye. From building and running photographic studios near London to working with organisations such as the BBC and Crystal Palace F.C., Russell brings decades of commercial and documentary experience to every shoot. That background gives CVP a subtle advantage: the technical skill to produce clean, professional images and the editorial instinct to capture genuine, unposed moments. What makes the approach different? CVP's portrait work is photojournalistic and relaxed — often described as 'fly on the wall' portraiture. Sessions are conversational and low-pressure: instead of rigid posing you’ll be guided through simple interactions and prompts that bring out natural expression. The result is portraits that feel lived-in, believable and useful across platforms — from business headshots and LinkedIn profiles to personal portraits for home display. How CVP works with you: every portrait begins with a short consultation to understand your goals — whether you need a formal business headshot, a creative artist portrait, or a natural family likeness (as an occasional service). Shoots take place in and around Bideford, with options for studio-style control or on-location sessions that use real environments to tell your story. After the session Russell delivers carefully selected, edited files ready for digital and professional use. CVP is focused on portraiture as a craft. If you want a portrait that reads as genuine, professional and thoughtfully made — created by a practitioner who values narrative, authenticity and technical excellence — get in touch with CONTENT Video & Photography in Bideford to discuss your portrait needs.