Tom Soper Photography

I’m Tom Soper, a commercial portrait photographer based in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. My work centres on creating professional, honest portraits—whether that’s a crisp headshot for LinkedIn, a formal business portrait for company use, or a more personal studio portrait. I position myself as a specialist in portrait photography, combining a commercial sensibility with a calm, conversational approach to help every subject look natural and confident. Why choose me? I bring more than a decade of professional experience and an international background to portrait work. I’ve shot in studios and boardrooms, on location and overseas, and I understand how to translate an individual or a brand into a single, effective image. I pride myself on clear and efficient communication and on making shoots enjoyable rather than stressful — clients often tell me they feel relaxed and well guided in front of the camera. My approach is straightforward and collaborative. Before a shoot we’ll discuss the brief and intended use of the images so I can plan lighting, backdrop and wardrobe guidance accordingly. On the day I work to create a relaxed atmosphere, giving simple direction and feedback so results feel authentic. For business portraits and headshots I focus on expressions, posture and lighting that convey professionalism and approachability — images that perform well on corporate websites, profiles and LinkedIn. I value quality at every stage: careful planning, considered lighting, professional retouching and timely delivery. My background in project management helps when coordinating larger commissions or working with corporate teams, but I bring the same attention to detail to individual portraits. Outside commercial work I continue personal portrait projects that keep my practice fresh — including a published collection of 50 portraits made while living overseas. If you’re in Bury St Edmunds or the surrounding area and need professional portrait or business headshot photography, get in touch to discuss your brief. I’ll work with you to create images that look genuine, confident and fit the way you want to present yourself.