Holden Photography

Holden Photography is a specialist portrait studio in Chadderton, led by award-winning photographer Peter Holden. For more than three decades Peter has focused on one thing above all: making portraits that feel genuine. Whether you want a confident professional headshot for LinkedIn, a timeless family portrait, or a personal studio portrait, Peter’s approach is calm, conversational and designed to put you at ease — even if you’re not used to being in front of a camera. Our portrait philosophy is simple: great portraits happen when people relax. In the Holden studio (conveniently located above the Yorkshire Street shop) we combine professional lighting, considered posing and an eye for natural expression. Sessions are unhurried; Peter takes time to understand what you want to communicate with your image and guides you through the shoot so the result looks like you — only at your best. The studio environment is comfortable and private, with changing rooms and a relaxed atmosphere that helps everyone from executives needing a sharp headshot to camera‑shy clients enjoy the process. Practical experience meets thoughtful craft. Peter’s award-winning work reflects years of portrait practice across the Oldham and Chadderton area. He blends classic portrait techniques with contemporary editing to deliver professional portraits that work across print and digital formats. After the shoot you’ll review images in the editing suite and choose the final files or prints — Peter offers expert advice on crop, retouching and presentation so your portrait performs where it matters most. While portrait photography is our specialty, we also provide professional business portraits and headshot photography tailored for corporate profiles, websites and LinkedIn. These sessions focus on clear, modern lighting and confident posing to give you a polished, approachable image suitable for professional use. Choosing Holden Photography means working with a local, trusted studio that values craft, service and longevity. Peter takes pride in preserving memories and helping clients present themselves with clarity and confidence. If you’re in Chadderton or the wider Oldham area and want a portrait that genuinely represents you, contact Holden Photography for a relaxed, personal studio experience.