Blackheath portrait specialist Alexandra Dao creates contemporary, natural portraits and professional headshots. Her calm, conversational sessions capture authentic moments that reveal who you are.
Alexandra Dao is a portrait specialist based in Blackheath, working across Greenwich and south-east London. Her practice is rooted in a simple conviction: the most telling pictures come from everyday life — the small pauses, the spaces between things, the light that finds you when you least expect it. Specialising in portrait photography, Alexandra looks for those ‘in-between’ moments to create contemporary, honest images that feel both modern and timeless. Her approach is gentle and conversational. Rather than forcing poses, Alexandra guides a warm, relaxed session that helps people stop worrying about the camera and begin to be themselves. This calm atmosphere — whether in a compact portrait studio, a favourite local spot, or a quiet corner of your home — helps even camera-shy clients feel at ease. The result is portraits that read as authentic: considered framing, thoughtful use of light and shadow, and a depth of feeling that shows more than a face — it shows presence. While portrait photography is her core focus, Alexandra also offers professional headshots and business portraits for clients who need a LinkedIn photo, personal branding image, or corporate-facing portrait. These sessions maintain the same philosophy: clarity, calm and character. Her headshot work aims to deliver professional headshots that are natural rather than staged — images you can use with confidence across websites, social profiles and press materials. Choosing Alexandra means working with a photographer who values connection as much as composition. From the first conversation she takes time to understand what you want to communicate, then tailors each session to suit your temperament, wardrobe and setting. Clients often comment that the shoot felt like a thoughtful conversation — and that the finished images capture the essence of who they are. If you’re looking for a portrait studio experience in Blackheath or a photographer to craft a contemporary, honest headshot in Greenwich and SE London, Alexandra Dao offers specialist portrait photography driven by sensitivity, a keen eye for detail, and a love for the beauty in ordinary life.