Amelia May Photos

I’m Amelia, a portrait specialist based in Dorking with over nine years’ experience creating portraits that feel honest, flattering and uniquely yours. My work focuses on real people — professionals needing standout headshots, individuals wanting timeless portraits, and anyone who wants to capture themselves in a confident, natural way. I bring a calm, friendly energy to every shoot so clients who are nervous about the camera leave feeling proud of their images. Why choose Amelia May Photos for your portrait? I combine a practiced technical eye with a relaxed, conversational approach that puts you at ease. Whether you need a crisp business portrait for LinkedIn, a professional headshot for a CV or website, or a personal portrait session in my studio or on location around Dorking and Surrey, my goal is to deliver images that look professional but never stiff. I pay close attention to lighting, composition and subtle direction so expressions look genuine and posture reads confident — the details that turn a good photo into one that truly represents you. How I work: every portrait session starts with a brief conversation about the look and use of your images. From there I suggest locations, wardrobe tips and simple posing to highlight your best features. On the day I guide you through poses and expressions in a relaxed, friendly way — I prefer to direct with small adjustments rather than rigid posing, capturing natural moments and purposeful expressions. After the shoot I carefully edit your chosen images to enhance tone and clarity while keeping skin and character natural. Final images are delivered in a private gallery for easy review and sharing. I take pride in building comfortable, collaborative relationships with clients — many come back for updated headshots or recommend friends and colleagues. While portrait photography is my core focus, I also accept animal portrait enquiries on request. If you’re in Dorking, Surrey or nearby and want professional portraits that reflect who you are, get in touch and we’ll plan a session that suits your style and purpose.