Steph Dray Photography

Steph Dray is a specialist portrait photographer working from Stamford Hill and across London. With roots in the fashion world and formal training in photography, Steph brings a refined visual sensibility to every portrait session. Her work sits at the intersection of portrait and fashion photography, giving commercial and personal portraits a considered, editorial edge while remaining warm and relatable. Why choose Steph for your portrait or headshot? Steph’s approach is deliberately collaborative. She builds a relaxed atmosphere—whether in her portrait studio or on location—so clients feel confident and natural. This calm, conversational manner helps even camera-shy subjects deliver authentic expressions and gestures that translate into powerful professional portraits and LinkedIn-ready headshots. What makes her approach special is the blend of fashion-led composition and documentary sensitivity. Steph immerses herself in each project from concept to final image: discussing objectives, refining ideas, and producing mood-boards and storyboards where needed. Her experience assembling skilled teams—make-up, hair, stylists and production support—ensures every session runs smoothly and to brief, so the final portraits reflect the personality and purpose of the subject. Steph has extensive experience creating portrait imagery for actors, musicians and creatives, plus business profiles and professionals who need compelling headshots. She also works on portrait commissions for press and CD cover imagery, bringing the same attention to detail whether the shoot is studio-based or on location. The result is a portfolio of portraits that feel both stylish and authentic—images that work across corporate profiles, press kits and creative portfolios. How a session works: you’ll begin with a short creative conversation to define the objective—casting, press, personal branding or LinkedIn. Steph helps plan the look, lighting and wardrobe, then directs the shoot with clarity and sensitivity. After the session, images are carefully retouched to preserve natural tone and character. If you’re looking for a portrait specialist in Stamford Hill who combines fashion awareness with a respectful, client-led process, Steph Dray offers professional portrait and headshot photography designed to present you at your most assured and authentic.