Robert Hooper Photography

Robert Hooper Photography positions portrait work at the heart of the business — a specialist studio practice serving East Grinstead, Copthorne and the surrounding parts of West Sussex. Robert Hooper LSWPP and his team focus on studio portraits alongside natural outdoor and lifestyle family portraiture, combining modern, confident lighting with a relaxed, unobtrusive manner that helps people look – and feel – like themselves. Why choose Robert Hooper for your portraits? The studio’s approach is simple: create an atmosphere that puts subjects at ease and use technical expertise to produce images with real presence. Whether you need a considered studio portrait, a high-impact headshot for LinkedIn, or informal family photos on location, Rob adapts the session to suit your personality and purpose. His work balances fine-art portraiture and approachable, natural imagery so clients get both striking individual portraits and authentic, story-led family pictures. How the portrait session works: you’ll start with a friendly pre-shoot conversation to agree the look and location—studio or local outdoor setting near East Grinstead. In-studio sessions offer controlled lighting for classic, contemporary or dramatic headshots and close-cropped portraits ideal for wall prints or canvas. On-location shoots favour natural light and movement for lifestyle family portraits and relaxed children’s sessions. During the shoot Rob guides poses with calm direction, capturing candid moments as well as composed portraits so quieter clients and energetic families alike can relax and enjoy the process. What makes the studio different: Robert Hooper brings award-winning taste and professional standards to every portrait. The emphasis is on genuine expressions, considered composition and high-quality craft — from lighting choices to post-shoot editing — producing images that work across web, print and exhibition. The studio also routinely photographs business headshots and professional portraits for individuals who want a confident, modern online presence, while continuing to offer family, maternity, newborn and pet portraiture as complementary portrait disciplines. Based close to East Grinstead with easy access across Sussex and Surrey, Robert Hooper Photography is ideal for anyone seeking specialist portrait expertise delivered with warmth, technical skill and a calm, enjoyable studio experience.