Formby-based portrait specialist Emily Mowbray delivers professional headshots, business portraits and authentic studio-style portraits. Her relaxed, documentary approach brings out genuine expressions.
Hi, I’m Emily — a Formby-based portrait photographer who specialises in professional portraits, headshots and promo shots for creative and business professionals. My photographic style is shaped by years of working alongside musicians and artists: documentary-led, quietly observant and focused on capturing the real, unguarded moments that reveal personality and presence. Why choose me for your portrait work? I combine a musician’s sensitivity to atmosphere with a photographer’s eye for composition. My experience in orchestral life gives me an edge when photographing people in performance or professional settings — I know how to be discreet, patient and ready for the decisive moment. That same approach translates perfectly to headshots and business portraits: I aim to create images that feel effortless yet authoritative, ideal for LinkedIn, press, portfolios and promotional use. What makes my approach special is the emphasis on comfort and collaboration. I favour a relaxed, conversational session where prompts are gentle and natural interactions are encouraged. Whether you need a crisp corporate headshot or a more creative, editorial-style portrait, I work to put you at ease so the photographs reflect who you really are. Many clients tell me my friendly, unpressured manner helps even camera-shy subjects look confident and authentic. How I work: we start with a short conversation about the look and use of your images so every shoot has a clear direction. Sessions can be tailored to suit professionals, performers and businesses — focusing on expression, posture and styling that communicate your story. During the shoot I blend candid moments with composed frames to give a varied selection of images you can use across websites, social media and promotional materials. Based in Formby and working across the Northwest, I welcome enquiries from creatives, musicians, freelancers and business professionals seeking professional portraits with character. If you value a documentary sensibility, a calm session atmosphere and portraits that feel genuinely you, I’d love to hear about your project and help you create images that make a lasting impression.