Ian Spencer Photography

Hi, I’m Ian Spencer — a portrait specialist working from my home studio in Hessle, serving Kingston upon Hull and the wider East Yorkshire area. With more than three decades behind the camera, my work is built around a simple promise: to create portrait photographs that feel natural, relaxed and true to the people in front of the lens. My approach is deliberately unhurried and friendly. Whether you come to the studio or we meet on location, I aim to put you at ease quickly so I can capture real smiles, small gestures and subtle personality. Studio sessions allow for clean, timeless portraits with controlled lighting; location shoots bring personal places, parks or the seaside into your images for a more candid, lifestyle feel. I enjoy working with all ages — babies, bump portraits, family groups and even pets — and I tailor each session to what will feel most comfortable and genuine for you. As well as family and personal portraits, I offer professional headshots and business portraits for clients who need images for LinkedIn, company profiles or marketing. These are presented with the same relaxed direction and attention to detail I bring to every portrait shoot — natural poses, flattering lighting and tasteful retouching so you look like the best version of yourself without feeling overworked. My process is straightforward and collaborative: we start with a consultation to discuss what you want to achieve, plan outfits and choose locations, then enjoy the session itself where I guide but don’t over-direct. After the shoot I carefully select and hand-edit the strongest images so you get finished photographs you’ll be proud to display. Photography has been part of my life since darkroom days, and that experience informs how I see and craft portraits today. I believe great portraiture is about more than technique — it’s about empathy, timing and creating an atmosphere where people can be themselves. If you’re looking for a portrait photographer in Kingston upon Hull who values warmth, craft and honest images, I’d love to chat about your session and help you create photographs to treasure.