Guildford-based portrait specialist Olivia Shaw creates warm, natural portraits for professionals, families and maternity. She focuses on relaxed, authentic images for branding and life.
Olivia Shaw is a Guildford-based portrait specialist who brings a warm, informal approach to professional and personal portraiture. With roots in the music and editorial world since 2006, Olivia has evolved her practice into a focused portrait photography service that centres on connection, natural light and honest moments. Her work is calm, candid and crafted — perfect for business owners seeking personal branding or professionals needing standout headshots, as well as families and maternity clients who want timeless, relaxed portraits. Why choose Olivia? She specialises in portrait work and positions that expertise at the heart of every shoot. Olivia’s aim is simple: to put you at ease so she can capture authentic expressions and real interaction. Whether you’re updating your LinkedIn, creating imagery for your website, or commemorating a new chapter in your family life, she tailors each session to showcase your personality and story. Her images combine natural, flattering light with composed, yet spontaneous moments — delivering professional portraits with warmth and personality. Her process is collaborative and easy. Olivia begins with a friendly conversation to understand your goals, style and the look you want to achieve. She advises on location, wardrobe and the best ways to present your brand or family dynamic. Sessions are relaxed and unhurried, photographed on location — in natural settings or in your home — where Olivia works unobtrusively to capture genuine expressions and interactions. For business portraits and headshots she balances approachability with professional polish so the final images work across websites, social media and printed materials. Olivia’s photographic voice is informed by years of professional experience and a love for light, the coast and the Surrey countryside she calls home. She values printed photographs and carefully edited digital files alike, helping clients walk away with images they treasure and use. If you need a Guildford portrait photographer who specialises in personal branding, headshots, maternity and family portraits — and who makes the whole experience friendly, calm and enjoyable — Olivia Shaw offers deeply considered portrait sessions designed to reveal the real you.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Short mini headshot session for quick profile updates.
Approximately 60 minute photo shoot at home or outside. Travel up to 50 miles included. Online private gallery with up to 60 digitally perfected images available to purchase.
20 minute seasonal mini shoot with 5 digital images and 1 print included.
Weekend family shoot fee. Approximately 60–90 minute shoot at home or outdoors. Travel up to 50 miles included.
90–120 minute at-home newborn session. Time allowed for feeds and changes. Recommended in the first 7–10 days for curled, sleepy images.
45 minute headshot shoot with 5 digital images included.
Full personal branding shoot with planning call and 1.5–2 hours on location. All edited images included (USB).