Raphael Lionel Photography

Raphael Lionel is a specialist portrait photographer based in Washwood Heath, dedicated to creating modern, story-driven portraits that celebrate who you are. His work centres on honest, relaxed sessions that bring out natural expression and personality — whether you’re booking an individual “This is ME” studio portrait, a family session, or a professional headshot for business and LinkedIn. Why choose Raphael? His approach is rooted in visual storytelling. Instead of staged, cookie-cutter poses, Raphael focuses on candid moments, considered lighting and simple, timeless compositions that reveal character. He uses clear, calm direction and playful techniques (mirroring, movement, gentle prompts) to help even camera-shy clients relax and enjoy the experience. The result is images that feel authentic rather than manufactured. Studio and location options are available to suit the mood of your shoot. The Washwood Heath studio provides a large, flexible space for creative modern portraits, multiple backdrops and wardrobe changes. For personal-branding or family lifestyle work, Raphael also shoots on location to capture environmental details that matter to your story — the places and gestures that make your images uniquely yours. Raphael believes photographs should live beyond a hard drive. His portrait process includes careful editing and a reveal session where clients view their images and choose how they want to present them. He offers luxury printed products and heritage-style folios sourced from premium suppliers, hand-finished to become keepsakes and heirlooms for your home. For business clients, Raphael shoots sharp, professional headshots and personal-branding sessions tailored for websites, social media and marketing. He understands how the right image can build trust and open opportunities online — from LinkedIn profiles to speaker bios and small-business branding. Above all, Raphael’s photography is about connection: listening to your story, shaping a calm creative session, and delivering images that feel true. If you value modern portraiture with a human, print-first philosophy in Washwood Heath and beyond, Raphael Lionel Photography is positioned to tell your story with care and craft.