Duncan Stingemore

Duncan Stingemore is a Highbury-based portrait specialist whose work is rooted in a patient, collaborative approach. He focuses on creating professional studio and on-location portraits that communicate personality and purpose — whether the brief is a refined headshot for LinkedIn, a studio portrait for print, or a business-facing image for company profiles. Duncan positions portraiture as a conversation: he listens to what clients want to convey, then shapes light, pose and atmosphere to bring that message to the surface. What sets Duncan apart is his emphasis on authenticity over artifice. He aims to capture natural, confident expressions rather than staged poses, using relaxed direction and clear communication to put subjects at ease. In the studio in Highbury he crafts clean, timeless images; on location he adapts quickly to available light and space to create portraits that sit comfortably in context. His multidisciplinary experience with stills and moving image gives him a strong sense of rhythm and composition, which translates into portraits with considered framing and believable presence. Clients will find a straightforward, supportive process from first contact to final images. Duncan begins with a short consultation to understand the brief and desired tone, then guides wardrobe, background and posing on the shoot so clients feel prepared and confident. After the session he delivers carefully edited images that respect the integrity of the subject while meeting professional standards for print and online use. For business portraits and headshots, the aim is always to create approachable, professional visuals that work across profiles, websites and corporate materials. Rooted in Highbury but comfortable working across London and beyond, Duncan values clarity, calm and results. He enjoys working with individuals and organisations who want portraits that look honest and well-crafted rather than overly stylised. If you need a portrait or headshot that represents who you are and what you do, Duncan offers a considered, personal approach combined with technical skill and an eye for genuine expression.