Dario at Inspired By Stories specialises in cinematic, editorial portraits in Muswell Hill. He creates professional headshots and business portraits with a timeless, European-inspired style.
Positioned in Muswell Hill and rooted in a European‑inspired aesthetic, Inspired By Stories specialises in portrait photography and professional headshots. Led by Dario Chiesa, an Italian-born creative with a background in fashion and luxury travel, the studio focuses on creating cinematic, editorial portraits that feel like stills from classic black‑and‑white films — elegant, refined and quietly powerful. Why choose Inspired By Stories for your portraits? Because Dario treats every session as art direction. He brings an editorial eye to professional headshots and business portraits, balancing polish with authentic character so your images stand out on LinkedIn, company websites or personal portfolios. The signature Old‑Money aesthetic and cinematic tones give portraits a timeless quality that reads as both professional and personal. What makes the approach special is a blend of storytelling and collaboration. Sessions begin with a relaxed consultation — often over coffee — where Dario listens to your story, goals and the visual identity you want to project. From there he provides creative direction on wardrobe, location and mood, shaping a shoot that complements your personality and professional needs. For clients who want it, the team can arrange styling support such as hair & make‑up and access to a Client Closet, ensuring a seamless, magazine‑ready result. How the session feels: calm, considered and confidence‑boosting. Dario’s method is conversational and unobtrusive; he guides poses, finds flattering light and captures natural moments between posed frames. The emphasis is on relaxed, authentic expressions so your portrait feels real — not staged. After the shoot, each image is individually edited with care to deliver a cohesive, editorial gallery you’ll be proud to use across professional and creative platforms. As a portrait specialist based in Muswell Hill, Dario works with business leaders, creatives and professionals across the UK who want portraits that combine technical excellence with cinematic storytelling. If you seek a headshot or business portrait that reads like editorial art — timeless, elegant and distinctly you — Inspired By Stories will craft images that reflect your story and elevate your visual presence.