Peter Ashby-Hayter

I'm Peter Ashby-Hayter, a Bristol-based portrait photographer with thirty years' professional experience and a long record of producing confident, natural and effective portraits. I specialise in studio and on-location portraiture for business — from executive headshots and LinkedIn portraits to publicity and press images — delivering photographs that refine and define how you present yourself. Why choose me? I’m a people and portrait specialist who understands that a great portrait is part craft, part conversation. I work with professionals, teams and individuals to create images that communicate competence, warmth and authenticity. Whether you need a crisp corporate headshot for a website, a relaxed portrait for social media or a publicity image for the press, I tailor each session to the way the photographs will be used and the audience they must engage. My approach is friendly, flexible and calm. In my fully equipped Bristol studio I use professional lighting and a variety of background options to suit your brand and personality. If it’s more convenient, my studio can come to you — photography home visits and on-site sessions are a favourite with clients who prefer to be photographed at the office. I work swiftly and unobtrusively, putting even camera-shy subjects at ease so the results look natural and relaxed. Post-production and finishing matter. I provide careful editing and professional retouching to polish each image while keeping the photograph honest and believable. The aim is always the photograph, not the manipulation: subtle correction and enhancement to present you at your best for LinkedIn, company profiles, press releases or marketing materials. From the initial conversation to the final delivery, I offer clear communication, practical creative advice and images supplied in the formats you need. If you’re a Bristol business, freelancer or professional looking for headshots or portrait studio work, get in touch to discuss your brief and arrange a relaxed, results-focused session. I welcome enquiries and look forward to helping you make the right first impression.