Joanne Elizabeth Portraits

I’m Joanne — Jo to most people — and for over 20 years I’ve specialised in portrait photography from my private studio in Bishop’s Stortford. Portraiture is my core: making professional portraits, executive and corporate headshots, actor headshots and personal branding images that look beautiful and work hard for you. Why choose Joanne Elizabeth Portraits? Because I’m a portrait specialist who lives and breathes light. I care about craftsmanship: composed images, considered colour, and lighting that sculpts and flatters. My sessions are built around your purpose — a LinkedIn photo that opens doors, an executive portrait that conveys authority and approachability, or a characterful actor headshot that shows range and presence. What makes my approach different is the combination of technical skill and a relaxed client experience. Lighting is my passion — I teach cinematic lighting to other photographers — and I bring that knowledge into every studio session. That means you get professional headshots and portraits lit with intention, plus guidance on expression, posture and wardrobe so your images feel like you, but the very best version of you. Most people leave saying, “That was actually fun!” and that’s exactly the atmosphere I aim to create. How we work: we start with a conversation to understand what you need — from a single refresh headshot to a signature personal-branding session. On the day, my Bishop’s Stortford studio is a private, calm space where I direct simply and clearly so you feel comfortable in front of the camera. After the shoot you’ll receive a secure online gallery and professionally retouched files, ready for web profiles, company sites, press or portfolios. Although portrait photography is my specialism, I also offer complementary services such as personal branding sessions and product shoots when a business needs cohesive imagery. I run hands-on Cinematic Lighting workshops too, teaching photographers how to shape mood and narrative with light — a reflection of the same techniques I bring to client work. If you want professional portraits or headshots from a studio that blends expert lighting, friendly direction and a clear focus on results, get in touch. Based in Bishop’s Stortford and serving Hertfordshire, Essex and London, I’ll help you make images that look polished, feel authentic and truly represent who you are.