Based in Great Yarmouth, Jamie Garbutt specialises in portrait studio sessions and professional headshots. A relaxed, editorial approach gives business portraits real character.
I’m Jamie Garbutt — a portrait photographer working from Great Yarmouth with a commercial and editorial background that informs every studio session. Having trained in Graphic Design Photography and worked for editorial clients and Getty Images, I bring a professional, considered sensibility to headshots and studio portraits for people and businesses across Norfolk and beyond. Why choose me for portrait work? I specialise in creating professional portraits and business headshots that feel authentic rather than staged. My experience shooting editorial commissions and commercial briefs means I understand how a single portrait must work across different uses — from LinkedIn and press, to company profiles and creative portfolios. I value honesty in an image: the small gestures, the relaxed expression, the moment that reveals personality. My approach blends a relaxed, conversational shoot atmosphere with creative ideas drawn from editorial practice. I keep things loose — a few simple directions, natural interaction and a focus on getting people comfortable in front of the camera. Occasionally I introduce playful prompts (I’ve been known to experiment with creative warm-ups, such as asking sitters to draw or show an emotion) to break the ice and produce more genuine results. Sessions take place in my studio near Great Yarmouth or on location when the brief calls for it. I work with available light and controlled studio setups depending on the look you need, always aiming for clean, usable images with an editorial edge. For business clients I prioritise versatility: full-frame headshots, tight crops for avatars, and broader portraits for marketing or editorial use. My work has been shortlisted for awards, exhibited, and used by clients including Norwich Lanes, NHS projects and branded commissions, so you can expect professional delivery and images that fulfil both creative and commercial needs. If you’re after a headshot with personality, a LinkedIn portrait that stands out, or a studio portrait with editorial quality, I’ll make the session relaxed and the outcome effective. Get in touch to discuss your portrait brief — whether you need a single professional headshot or a suite of portraits for your business, I’ll tailor the shoot to the way you want to present yourself and your brand.