Tess Viera Photography

Tess Viera Photography is a specialist portrait studio based in Derby, dedicated to creating portraits that feel genuine and timeless. Tess focuses on portraiture as her core expertise — from confident professional headshots and LinkedIn photos to warm, characterful family portraits. Her work aims to reveal personality, not just a polished image. Why choose Tess? Her approach is founded on making people feel comfortable in front of the camera. Many clients come in nervous or camera-shy and leave with images that look relaxed and honest. Tess combines considered lighting and a calm, conversational direction to draw out natural expressions and subtle moments. The result is portraits that are both professional and deeply human — perfect for business profiles or treasured family keepsakes. What makes her approach special is a focus on connection and clarity. Sessions are crafted around each person’s needs: simple, flattering headshots for business use; expressive portraits that celebrate family bonds; or refined images for personal branding. Tess pays close attention to composition, tone and small details — from posture and eye contact in headshots to the warmth and interaction in family images — so each portrait tells a story suited to its purpose. How she works: sessions are friendly and collaborative. Tess guides posing and expression with gentle cues and a relaxed pace, ensuring clients feel at ease throughout. She values a tailored experience — listening to goals before the shoot and adapting the atmosphere to suit personalities, whether someone wants a crisp, authoritative corporate image or a softer, more intimate family portrait. The studio in Derby is designed to feel welcoming and calm, allowing clients to focus on being themselves. Tess also supports business clients with professional portraits aimed at LinkedIn, company profiles and personal branding, while keeping portraiture at the heart of everything she does. On occasion she takes on wedding and video work, but her primary passion and expertise remain portrait, family and business photography. If you’re after portraits that look like you — honest, composed and thoughtfully made — Tess Viera Photography in Derby offers an experienced, personable portrait specialist who prioritises authenticity and clarity in every image.