Michael Carlisle Photography

I’m Michael Carlisle — a portrait specialist based in Haslingden, working across Lancashire and the North West. My work centres on professional portraits, headshot photography and personal-branding imagery designed to help individuals and businesses communicate who they are at a glance. I approach every session as an opportunity to reveal personality, not just pose for a picture. Why choose me? I came to photography through a genuine curiosity for visual storytelling and that sensibility guides everything I do. I focus on creating authentic, studio-quality portraits that feel natural and considered. Whether you need a confident LinkedIn headshot, a personal-branding suite to elevate your public profile, or professional portraits that reflect your business persona, I tailor each session to your goals and personality. My approach is collaborative and relaxed. We start with a brief conversation about how you want to be seen — your brand, role, or the impression you want to make — and I translate that into lighting, framing and expression. I aim to put clients at ease, using friendly direction and a calm atmosphere so even camera-shy subjects can relax and be themselves. The result is imagery that looks professional yet genuinely you. Stylistically I blend clarity and nuance: clean, confident compositions for business-facing work, alongside softer, more narrative portraits for personal-branding projects. My background in visual storytelling and filmmaking informs the way I consider mood, posture and context, ensuring each image contributes to a coherent story about you or your business. Working with me means a straightforward, personable process — clear pre-shoot guidance, attentive direction during the session, and carefully edited images that you can use across websites, social media and professional profiles. If you value portraits that are purposeful, well-crafted and rooted in genuine character, I’d love to collaborate. Based in Haslingden, I serve clients across the North West who are seeking professional portraits and headshots with personality and impact.