Expert portrait photography in Calne by Paul Stallard of Candid Pictures. Natural, professional headshots and business portraits tailored for LinkedIn, websites and corporate profiles.
Hello — I’m Paul Stallard, the photographer behind Candid Pictures, based in Calne, Wiltshire. With four decades of experience as a former news photographer and a long track record in PR and business photography, I specialise in creating professional portraits and headshots that are natural, authoritative and ready to work for your brand. Why choose Candid Pictures for your portrait? My background in reportage and editorial photography means I’m trained to find the decisive moment: an authentic expression, a reassuring smile, the look that projects confidence. That journalistic eye, combined with a practical, business-focused approach, produces portraits that work across LinkedIn, corporate websites, press releases and marketing materials. What makes my approach different is the balance between craft and conversation. I keep sessions relaxed and efficient — a few straightforward prompts and simple direction help even camera-shy subjects look composed and approachable. For corporate clients I focus on consistency and usability: clean lighting, flattering angles and images supplied at sizes and formats suitable for web, print and editorial use. I also offer portrait sessions for individuals who want headshots that reflect personality as well as professionalism. How I work: I plan each session around your brief. We’ll discuss the intended use of the images, the tone you want to convey and any styling or background considerations. I shoot with speed and care, honed by many years of working to tight editorial deadlines, and I aim for a fast turnaround so you can use images quickly for announcements, profiles or campaigns. I’m NCTJ qualified, DBS checked and fully insured, providing a dependable professional service for businesses and individuals alike. Based in Calne, I cover assignments across the South West and the UK and am happy to photograph at your premises or arrange a tailored portrait session that suits your needs. Whether you need a crisp LinkedIn headshot, a series of executive portraits for a company site, or a personable image for press and PR, Candid Pictures delivers authentic, high-quality portraits with a journalist’s attention to story and detail. If you’d like to discuss a portrait session, call me on 07715 770244 or email paul@candidpictures.co.uk for a free, no-obligation chat.