L'amour Foto is a Durham portrait specialist creating relaxed, natural-light studio portraits and professional headshots. Tammy works with creatives and small businesses to reveal authentic personality.
I’m Tammy of L'amour Foto — a portrait photographer based in Durham, GB, focused on making portrait and headshot sessions feel easy, genuine, and distinctly you. My work centers on natural light, minimal styling, and a relaxed studio atmosphere so even camera-shy clients leave with images that feel authentic and considered. As a specialist in portrait photography I shoot a range of portrait sessions — professional headshots, lifestyle and editorial portraits, personal and branding sessions. I especially love working with fellow creatives and small businesses who want portraits that communicate personality, craft, and presence rather than stiff, one-note images. My approach is collaborative and low-pressure. Before your session we chat about your goals, wardrobe, and the visual tone you want to achieve. On the day I guide conversation and movement rather than forcing poses — curating each shot thoughtfully while leaving room to improvise with the light and surroundings. That balance helps capture the small, telling moments that feel true to you. Deliverables are handled with care: professionally edited images, a thoughtful mix of color and black-and-white options, minor retouching where needed, and a personalized online gallery for easy download and sharing. I aim for quick turnarounds and offer sneak peeks shortly after the shoot so you can start sharing favorites right away. Whether you need a confident LinkedIn headshot, an editorial portrait for your portfolio, or cohesive images that support your brand, I tailor the session to your needs — from single-location studio shoots to multi-outfit sessions around Durham. My focus is on portraits that feel lived-in, honest, and useful: images you’ll want to use across websites, social media, and printed materials. If you’re in Durham or the surrounding area and want a portrait experience that emphasizes comfort, collaboration, and craft, I’d love to connect. L'amour Foto is built around helping people look and feel like themselves in front of the camera — with real, memorable photographs to show for it.