Specialist portrait studio in Leytonstone. Donna Benjamin delivers friendly, professional headshot and portrait sessions in a relaxed environment to capture authentic, confident images for business and personal use.
Donna Benjamin is a portrait specialist based in Leytonstone with a clear focus: creating portraits that feel natural, confident and true to you. With decades of experience in the modelling and photography world and thousands of people photographed, Donna combines technical precision with a warm, reassuring approach so clients — from business professionals to families and aspiring models — leave the studio feeling comfortable and looking their best. Why choose Donna Benjamin Photography for your portrait or headshot? Donna’s sessions are built around a calm, relaxed atmosphere where honest conversation and gentle direction replace awkwardness and staged poses. Whether you need a professional headshot for LinkedIn, a portfolio image, or a personal portrait, Donna’s aim is to capture the personality behind the expression. Her background in modelling and studio work gives her a strong eye for flattering light, composition and subtle posing that brings out each client’s strengths. How Donna works: every session begins with a short consultation to understand your goals, style and intended use of the images. In-studio or on-location options are available; in the studio Donna uses professional lighting and simple, elegant backdrops to create timeless, high-quality portraits. Clients are guided through expressions and posture with clear, encouraging instruction so even those who dislike being photographed feel relaxed. After the shoot you’ll be invited to review your images via a secure online gallery and receive professionally edited high-resolution files tailored to your needs. Donna’s approach is especially suited to people who appreciate a patient, empathetic photographer. Her experience fostering children and decades in the modelling industry inform her sensitive, inclusive way of working — she’s known for putting nervous clients at ease and has particular skill photographing children and those with special needs. Rooted in Leytonstone and serving Greater London, Donna Benjamin Photography positions portrait work at the heart of the business. If you want professional headshots or portraits created with expertise, warmth and a focus on authenticity, Donna offers a studio experience that helps you look and feel confident in every image.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Professional headshot session with lighting/backdrop and posing guidance; three professionally edited images included.
Family session package suitable for groups up to 15 people; additional images and full-gallery options available at extra cost.
Limited offer for Monday–Wednesday 2025 bookings in London & Greater London. Full payment required at booking; additional travel costs may apply for areas outside Greater London.
Practical studio course covering backdrops, lighting, camera operation and prop use. Recommended DSLR; shared camera available on request.