L1 Photography

I specialise in portrait photography from my Liverpool studio, helping people feel comfortable in front of the camera so their real personality comes through. My approach is deliberately relaxed and conversational — I guide you, we experiment with lighting and backgrounds, and I encourage small, natural moments rather than stiff poses. The result is professional portraits and headshots that feel like you, not a photoshoot. What sets L1 Photography apart is an emphasis on atmosphere and speed. I work to put even camera-shy clients at ease, reading the room and adapting direction so every session feels easy-going and productive. I use a mix of studio lighting and available light when it suits the look, offering variety so you leave with images that work for casting, LinkedIn, websites or press. My editing is careful and considered: I aim for subtle retouching that enhances confidence without erasing character. I’m rooted in Liverpool, so I understand the local creative and business communities — from actors needing expressive, castable headshots to professionals wanting crisp, approachable corporate portraits. While portrait photography is my core focus, I also provide business portrait work for teams and individuals who want consistent, professional imagery for websites and profiles. My aim is to deliver images that represent your best professional self while retaining authenticity. How I work: sessions are simple and collaborative. We discuss the look you want, try different setups and review frames together so you can see how the session is progressing. I keep the experience low-pressure and direct where needed, helping you find poses and expressions that feel natural. Afterward I handle the editing and deliver images quickly so you can get on with submissions, profiles or press uses. Photography for me is about people. I love capturing the small human details — a glance, a smile, a confident tilt of the head — that make a portrait memorable. If you want an honest, professional portrait experience in Liverpool from someone who knows how to get the best out of you, L1 Photography is ready to help.