John Ayliffe Photography / Libre Studio

John Ayliffe Photography / Libre Studio is centred on portraiture — creating professional, personal and creative portraits from the heart of Liverpool. John positions himself as a specialist in portrait photography, working from Libre Studio in Liverpool City Centre where the emphasis is always on making you feel comfortable, confident and seen. Whether you want a characterful actor headshot, a confident corporate portrait or a creative personal session, John tailors every shoot to the person in front of the lens. His approach is straightforward and collaborative. Before the session you’ll discuss the look and feel you want: mood boards, outfit choices and whether to use studio lighting or the lovely natural light available at Libre. Sessions are run in a relaxed, unhurried manner — the studio atmosphere is calm and friendly, designed to put even camera-shy clients at ease. John guides posing and expression with gentle direction, aiming to capture authentic moments rather than forced smiles. Libre Studio provides a wide range of backdrops, props and outfits, plus a dedicated makeup/hair area. If you’d like a makeup or hair artist for your shoot, this can be organised so you arrive ready to create the exact images you need. For headshots and business portraits there’s a focus on producing clean, versatile images suitable for LinkedIn, agency submissions or company profiles, while creative portrait sessions leave room for experimentation — different sets, props and styling to expand your portfolio. After the shoot John narrows the images down to a selection and places them in an online album so you can choose the final frames for editing and retouching. The process is transparent and client-led: you pick the images that represent you best and John finishes them to a professional standard. He also offers studio tuition and workshops at Libre as a secondary activity for photographers looking to learn studio lighting and working with models. If you’re in Liverpool and searching for a portrait specialist who blends technical studio skill with a warm, personal approach, John Ayliffe Photography / Libre Studio provides a focussed, professional experience designed to deliver portraits and headshots that genuinely reflect who you are.