Sarah Stephens Photography

I’m Sarah of Sarah Stephens Photography, based in Bishops Stortford. My approach to portrait photography is grounded in the same practical, supportive teaching style that I use in my workshops and 1‑2‑1 tuition: clear guidance, patient direction and an eye for the details that make a portrait feel true to the person. I use Canon and Fujifilm cameras and Elinchrom studio equipment to create professional portraits and business headshots that work for websites, LinkedIn and marketing materials. I like to work closely with clients to understand how they want to present themselves. Whether you want a crisp business portrait that helps your profile stand out or a relaxed professional headshot that feels more personal, I plan shoots around your needs. My commercial experience—helping businesses and creatives present their work visually—means I’m used to producing images that support a brand or professional profile without losing personality. The session itself is friendly and low‑stress. I’ll start with a pre-shoot conversation so we’re clear about tone, wardrobe and the best backgrounds for your goals. On the day I provide calm direction to help you find natural expressions and comfortable poses; many clients tell me they appreciated the gentle, conversational style that helped them feel at ease in front of the camera. I also pay attention to technical choices—lighting, composition and subtle retouching—to ensure the final images are polished and usable across platforms. Because teaching is at the heart of what I do, I can also offer a guided experience that helps you understand what works for your image use. If you’d like to feel more confident about choosing or using your portraits online, I’ll explain the why behind posing and lighting choices and offer simple tips for cropping and presentation. If you’re in Bishops Stortford or the surrounding area and need professional portraits or headshots with a considered, personal approach, get in touch. I’m committed to producing images that look professional, feel authentic and do the job you need them to do—whether that’s for business, professional networking or a refreshed personal portrait.