Peter Matthews is a specialist portrait photographer based in Limehouse, East London. From his factory studio he delivers professional headshots and business portraits with an editorial eye.
Peter Matthews is a specialist portrait photographer working from his East London factory studio in Limehouse (E14). With a client list that includes Canary Wharf Group, Morgan Stanley and Balderton Capital, Peter brings commercial experience and a practiced editorial sensibility to every portrait session. He positions himself as a portrait specialist—focused on professional headshots, business portraits and LinkedIn imagery that reflect the personality and presence clients need for corporate and creative use. What sets Peter apart is the combination of a factory-style studio environment and an editorial approach to people. His studio gives full control over lighting and background while his eye—honed through commissioned editorial and corporate work—ensures images that are both polished and characterful. Whether you need a confident boardroom portrait, a natural executive headshot or a suite of team photographs for brand use, Peter adapts his approach to suit the client’s brief and visual identity. Peter’s process is collaborative and straightforward. He begins with a clear brief and pre-shoot conversation to understand tone, wardrobe and the intended use of the pictures. Sessions at the Limehouse studio are calm and efficient, designed to put subjects at ease while capturing authentic expressions and professional poise. For business clients he focuses on visual consistency and the small styling and lighting choices that make portraits work across websites, reports and social profiles. Trusted by corporate and creative clients alike, Peter balances technical craft with a human approach. His portraits emphasise clarity, presence and an understated modern aesthetic—perfect for executives, professionals, actors and anyone who needs a reliable professional image. If you want a portrait that communicates competence and personality from a photographer who specialises in people, Peter Matthews in Limehouse offers a focused, experienced portrait service tailored to the needs of UK businesses and individuals.