Based in Bideford, Sk8Wine Media specialises in professional portraits and headshots. Friendly, creative studio and on-location sessions tailored for LinkedIn, company profiles and personal branding.
Sk8Wine Media brings a distinctly creative eye to portrait photography in Bideford. As a photographer who grew up in skateboard culture and trained in graphic design, Robert Ayton combines patience, persistence and visual craft to create portraits that feel authentic and useful — not staged. Whether you need a confident LinkedIn headshot or a series of portraits for your business profile, Sk8Wine Media positions you with clarity and character. Why choose Sk8Wine Media? The approach is straightforward: relaxed, direction-led sessions that put people at ease. Many clients describe the experience as friendly and professional — a quick rapport-building chat, a few lighting tests, then focused shooting aimed at capturing personality and purpose. Robert’s background in design and videography means each portrait is considered for how it will perform across digital channels and print — from tight professional headshots to softer environmental portraits that tell a story. What makes the process special is the mix of creative intent and practical outcomes. Sessions can be run in a controlled studio setting or on-location around Bideford to reflect your working environment or personal style. Shooting is collaborative: we discuss wardrobe, tone and the intended use (website, social, press or print) before pressing record. During the shoot you’ll get gentle direction to help with posture and expression, and a variety of poses and backgrounds so you have options. After the session, each image is carefully edited and delivered in web-ready and print-ready formats. Retouching is used sparingly to retain natural character while ensuring professional polish for business profiles and marketing materials. For business clients, Sk8Wine Media is mindful of brand consistency — delivering images that integrate smoothly with your website and social channels. Based in Bideford and serving businesses and individuals across Devon and beyond, Sk8Wine Media is a portrait specialist who values authenticity, efficiency and creativity. If you want portraits that communicate professionalism without losing personality, get in touch to discuss a tailored session that puts your best face forward.