Chelsea portrait studio by William Besse offering professional headshots and business portraits. I create relaxed, authentic images that help actors and professionals stand out online and on LinkedIn.
I specialise in portrait photography from my base in Chelsea — capturing the authentic presence that defines your personal and professional brand. Having photographed hundreds (and, as my site says, over a thousand) people, I know how to guide every client — from actors needing striking headshots to professionals seeking a confident LinkedIn portrait — to deliver images that feel like them, not like a photoshoot. Why choose me? My approach is deliberately personal and practical. I focus on creating a calm, conversational atmosphere so even camera-shy clients relax and reveal their best expressions. I combine editorial lighting and composition with a modern, natural aesthetic so portraits work across casting directories, corporate websites and social profiles. My clients value images that are both polished and truthful — photographs that open doors rather than mask identity. How I work: it starts with a short consultation to understand your goals, the roles you’re pursuing or the look your business needs. From there we plan the session—studio or on-location in Chelsea or nearby—tailored to your brief. During the shoot I give clear, friendly direction on posing, expression and wardrobe, and I craft a variety of looks so you have options. Afterward your images are curated and refined; professional retouching is available to enhance features while preserving natural character. What I specialise in: actor headshots, corporate and business portraits, professional headshots for LinkedIn and personal branding. These are core to my practice — not an afterthought — and I position myself as a portrait specialist who understands both the technical and psychological sides of portraiture. Whether you need an editorial-style image for a creative portfolio or a crisp, approachable photo to represent your business, I work to make each image strategically useful and visually memorable. Photography is a craft and a collaboration. My aim is simple: to make the session enjoyable and to deliver portraits that feel honest, confident and useful. If you’re in Chelsea or elsewhere in London and want portraits that elevate your professional image, get in touch and let’s plan a session that tells your story.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Introductory photography masterclass covering fundamentals; check site for dates and availability.
1-hour actor headshot session. 5 digital images included, optional hair & makeup, up to 3 outfit changes and next-day delivery.
1.5-hour headshot session with 10 digital images included, optional makeup & hair, up to 3 outfit changes and next-day delivery.
Advanced workshop / course focused on creative vision and photographic direction; availability may vary.
2-hour premium headshot session. 25 digital images included, optional hair & makeup and next-day delivery of all images.
2-hour gym or location fitness shoot with 30 expertly edited images celebrating your physique and progress.
2-hour model update session including all web-resolution images on USB, 6 retouched images and 6 A4 prints.
2-hour portrait/photoshoot session. All unedited photos (usually up to ~30) plus 3 edited images. Location of your choice; option to add professional makeup for £50.
Coverage of wedding ceremonies only (religious or registry) with 150 edited photos delivered via private gallery.
4-hour model book creation with 10 fully retouched images (high & web resolution) and 10 A4 prints; all images provided on USB.
Half-day food and drinks photography package delivering ~150 edited images optimised for social and website use with a 1-year license.
Extended photoshoot (listed as 5 hours). Includes makeup artist, up to 5 outfits, all unedited images (no more than ~30) and private online gallery for downloads.
Full day food and drinks shoot with ~250 edited high-resolution images and a 1-year license for use across social and web.
All-day wedding coverage (approx. 8 hours) with 300 edited photos delivered via private online gallery. Add-ons available for engagement shoot, album and prints.
Comprehensive luxury wedding package with engagement shoot, two photographers for full-day coverage, 500+ photos on USB and a 24-page album.