Joe Haydon Photography

Joe Haydon is a portrait specialist based in Gosforth, delivering thoughtfully crafted professional portraits and headshots that help you make the best first impression. With a background in music, editorial and media work, Joe blends technical confidence with a storyteller’s eye to produce images that feel both authentic and purposeful. Why choose Joe? His work centres on collaboration: every session begins with a conversation about your goals, your personality and how the images will be used. Whether you’re an actor needing casting headshots, a creative wanting editorial portraits, or a professional needing a LinkedIn or business portrait, Joe approaches each shoot with the same careful attention to character, expression and lighting. Style and approach: Joe’s signature is natural, inclusive portraiture. He creates a relaxed, supportive studio atmosphere — often with his friendly assistant Maya nearby to help put people at ease — and guides clients through each pose and expression so results feel effortless rather than forced. He mixes considered studio lighting with a willingness to experiment, producing a range of looks and multiple crops in both colour and monochrome tailored for editorial, promotional and online use. How he works: Sessions are collaborative and unhurried, with consultation and direction throughout. Joe reviews images with you during the shoot to hone in on the strongest moments, then applies professional editing and retouching to industry standards. Deliverables are supplied in formats suitable for casting, social profiles, press and promotional campaigns — all designed to represent you honestly and effectively. Experience and credibility: Joe has worked across performance, music, TV & film and editorial projects, capturing both stage moments and intimate portraits. His portfolio demonstrates a sensitivity to mood and narrative, making him especially well placed to photograph performers and creatives, while also providing polished business portraits when required. Serving Gosforth and the wider Newcastle area, Joe Haydon Photography positions portraiture as its core craft. If you want portrait photography that emphasises real character, calm direction and professional finish, Joe offers a welcoming studio experience and the technical know-how to deliver images that truly represent you.