Mat Smith Photography

Mat Smith is a specialist portrait photographer based in Chiswick, London — portrait work is his primary focus. He builds his practice around the conviction that a great portrait combines art, craft and a clear brief: as Mat puts it, portrait photography is 40% art, 40% skill and 20% business management. That balance shows in every session, whether a studio-style in‑home shoot, a relaxed lifestyle portrait or a business headshot for LinkedIn and company profiles. Mat’s approach is deliberately personal. Many of the images you see in his portfolio are shot in the client’s own home: "studio photography in the home" that uses mobile lighting to create striking, high-definition portraits without the stiffness of a traditional studio. He favours natural backdrops — textured brick, ivy, riverside light — and composes with an eye for symmetry and vanishing points so clients have a range of strong options at proofing. Working with Mat feels collaborative rather than prescriptive. He takes time to understand what you want the image to say — authority, warmth, creativity — and then co‑ordinates direction, lighting and setting to achieve it. For business clients he combines a consistent corporate look with subtle cues that reveal personality; for individuals and families he aims to bring out genuine relationships and moments, from the wryness of teenagers to the tenderness of newborns. Image editing is an integral part of the work. Each chosen photo is meticulously checked and refined so the final files are ready for professional use — online profiles, press, marketing materials or fine art prints. Mat also offers editing as a standalone service for other photographers and client projects, applying the same careful, considered touch. Based in Chiswick, Mat knows the local light and favourite locations (Ravenscourt Park, riverside spots, striking urban architecture) and regularly shoots across nearby London neighbourhoods. If you want a portrait that feels both intentional and effortless — a professional headshot that still reads like a person, or a studio-quality portrait shot in your home — Mat Smith brings specialist experience, thoughtful direction and meticulous finishing to every commission.