Joanne Lewis specialises in portrait photography from her Hertford studio and on location. She creates professional headshots, LinkedIn photos and business portraits with a relaxed, storytelling style.
As The Visual Storyteller, Joanne Lewis brings a storyteller’s eye to portrait photography from her Hertford studio and on location across Hertfordshire and beyond. Portraits are at the heart of her practice — whether you need a confident LinkedIn headshot, a suite of professional business portraits or a personal studio portrait — Joanne aims to capture the personality behind the pose. Why choose Joanne? Her work is grounded in a relaxed, conversational approach that helps people feel at ease. Having photographed weddings since 2011 and built a studio specialising in maternity, newborn, family and business portraits, she combines technical skill with an empathetic manner. That experience gives her a unique ability to draw out natural expressions and genuine presence — essential for headshots and professional portraits that need to engage clients, employers or an online audience. What makes her approach special is the focus on story and light. Joanne favours natural, flattering light and simple, timeless compositions that put the subject centre stage. For business clients she creates tailored brand portraits and headshot sets that work across websites, social channels and marketing materials. For individuals she designs sessions to suit your personality: confident and direct for corporate use, soft and expressive for personal portraits. How Joanne works is straightforward and client-focused. You’ll start with a friendly consultation to define your aims — from wardrobe and background to the tone you want to convey. Sessions can be held in her Hertford portrait studio or on location if you prefer environmental portraits. During the shoot Joanne guides you with gentle direction and prompts so you look natural, comfortable and authentic. Edited images are delivered with care and presented in a way that helps you choose the shots that best represent you and your brand. Joanne’s practice is rooted in storytelling and craftsmanship: she cares about helping people look like themselves at their best. If you’re looking for a portrait photographer in Hertford who understands business needs, personal narratives and how to translate personality into professional imagery, The Visual Storyteller at Joanne Lewis Photography Studio is focused on making portraits that matter.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Short session with 5 edited images and face-to-face gallery viewing.
Consultation plus 1-hour session and 10 edited images for businesses starting out with branding photography.
Standard package with 10 high-resolution edited images and slideshow/gallery viewing.
Extended session with full use of props, wraps and colours, 15+ edited images and face-to-face gallery viewing; applicable Platinum examples shown for newborn, family and cake-smash.
Half-day branding session with consultation, up to 2 locations and 30 edited images.
Full-day brand photography including up to 3 locations, 60+ edited images and social-sized variants for marketing.