Helen Cotton Photography

As portrait specialists based in Crewe with a studio in Alsager, Helen Cotton Photography focuses on creating natural, characterful images that feel effortless and timeless. Helen and Nick bring a creative background and more than a decade of experience to every portrait session, working as a husband & wife team who know how to put people at ease. Our approach is relaxed and unobtrusive — we guide you with gentle direction rather than stiff posing so your personality comes through in every frame. Whether you need a professional headshot for LinkedIn, a fresh set of business portraits for your website, or a personal studio portrait to treasure, we tailor each session to suit you. Sessions can take place in our comfortable studio in Alsager or on location around Crewe and surrounding Cheshire — from classic studio backdrops to seasonal outdoor settings like the Crewe Green sunflower shoots. We prioritise connection: a short conversation before the shoot helps us understand the look and mood you want, and during the session we talk you through simple, flattering poses so even camera-shy clients feel confident. Our portrait work spans individual and business headshots, family and baby portraits, and themed mini sessions — always photographed with the same calm, creative eye. For business clients we create polished, consistent headshots that work across websites, team pages and social profiles; for personal portraits we focus on storytelling and natural expression so images feel honest and lasting. You’ll receive high-quality, high-resolution files suitable for print and online use, and we’ll make the selection process straightforward so you can choose the images you love. Choosing Helen Cotton Photography means working with a friendly, approachable team who value collaboration and authenticity. We love getting to know our clients, taking care with lighting, composition and small details to produce portraits that reflect who you really are. If you’re in Crewe, Alsager or the surrounding area and want portraits made with warmth, creativity and a relaxed atmosphere, get in touch — we’ll chat about your ideas and find the right style and location for your photography session.