Simon Anning

Simon Anning is a portrait specialist based in Brixton whose work focuses on creating direct, natural portraits that reveal character and presence. With a studio-centred practice, Simon’s aim is simple: to make the experience relaxed and purposeful so each image feels honest and engaged. He approaches every session with the same quiet confidence—listening, guiding and responding to what the sitter brings—so that results are consistent, reliable and distinctly personal. As a specialist in portrait photography, Simon works with individuals, professionals and creative clients who want more than a generic headshot. Whether you need a crisp business portrait for LinkedIn, a refined professional headshot, or a studio portrait that captures personality and poise, Simon tailors lighting, framing and direction to your aims. His style favours clarity and presence over gimmickry: clean compositions, considered light and an emphasis on genuine expression that endures across uses and platforms. The session experience is as important as the photograph. Simon creates a calm studio atmosphere that puts people at ease—practical, patient and focused. He guides subjects with clear, simple direction to produce natural expressions and strong posture without forcing a performance. This approach suits camera-shy clients, seasoned professionals and creatives alike, delivering images that feel composed, confident and authentic. While portraiture is the core focus, Simon also undertakes editorial work when it aligns with his sensibility—bringing the same disciplined eye for portraiture to commissioned editorial assignments. His strengths lie in reading a brief, composing with intent and producing images that work both as standalone portraits and as part of broader editorial stories. If you’re looking for studio portraits or professional headshots in Brixton that prioritise honesty, presence and practicality, Simon Anning offers a considered, professional approach with portraits built to last. His work is for people and organisations who want portraits that look and feel like the real person at their best.