Lucy Carnaghan Photography

As a specialist portrait photographer based in Hailsham, Lucy Carnaghan focuses on creating portraits that feel honest, relaxed and distinctly individual. Her practice centres on bringing out personality rather than forcing poses — a gentle, conversational approach helps even camera-shy clients relax so real expressions can emerge. Lucy’s portrait studio in Hailsham offers a calm, welcoming atmosphere where light, tone and small directing choices combine to produce images with subtle emotional truth. Whether you’re looking for a classic studio portrait, a modern headshot or a more creative environmental portrait, Lucy pays close attention to lighting, composition and expression to ensure each image reflects the person in front of the lens. The process is collaborative from the first contact. Lucy begins with a brief conversation to understand your goals, how you want to be seen, and any practical needs — wardrobe, styling notes or the intended use of the final images. On the day she guides clients through simple, confidence-building directions, adjusting poses and light until the image feels right. Retouching is considerate and purposeful: edits enhance without erasing, preserving the unique details that make each portrait memorable. While portraiture is Lucy’s primary focus, she also works with local professionals and small businesses who need polished headshots and LinkedIn images. She understands the balance between approachability and professionalism, helping clients present an authentic, confident visual identity for online profiles and work use. Choosing Lucy Carnaghan Photography means choosing a portrait experience rooted in warmth, craft and care. Based in Hailsham and serving the wider East Sussex area, Lucy values the human side of photography — building rapport, listening to each client’s story, and translating that into images that feel both truthful and beautifully made. If you want portraits that capture character rather than cliché, Lucy’s studio approach delivers calm sessions, considered direction and portraits that stand the test of time.