Helen Boyd Photography

Helen Boyd is a portrait specialist based near Kirkby in Ashfield, offering a friendly, down-to-earth portrait studio experience that puts people at ease. Helen’s approach is built around relaxed conversation, minimal posing and a bit of mischief — whether that’s a quick dance party in the Brinsley Studio or a Disney sing-a-long to coax out a genuine smile. She believes a portrait should feel like you, not a costume, and works to capture confident, natural expressions that translate perfectly to professional headshots, LinkedIn images and personal portraits. Why choose Helen for your portrait? She combines years of experience with a warm, approachable manner that helps camera-shy clients look and feel their best. Helen knows how to find flattering light and the right angles while making the session enjoyable — you’ll rarely feel stiff or directed into unnatural poses. From studio-set headshots to on-location portraits that reflect your personality and work environment, Helen offers tailored sessions that prioritise authenticity and presence. How she works: it starts with a chat — Helen likes to find out what you want your portrait to say. Sessions are relaxed and collaborative: you bring the story, she brings the technical skill (and props only if you want them). For studio bookings, Helen’s Brinsley Studio provides a calm, versatile space for clean, modern portraits. For on-site sessions or outdoor locations around Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, she adapts lighting and style to suit the setting and purpose of the image. After the shoot, images are carefully edited and delivered via a private online gallery so you can choose the final files for your website, LinkedIn, or printed headshots. Specialist services include professional headshots, LinkedIn-ready images and business portrait sessions, all delivered with Helen’s trademark friendly energy. If you want a portrait that looks like you — relaxed, confident and unmistakably real — Helen Boyd Photography in Kirkby in Ashfield is ready to help. Let’s grab a brew or a beer and plan a shoot that feels easy and makes a great first impression.