Native Ivy in Bangor specialises in portrait and professional headshot photography. Warm, relaxed studio and on-location sessions capture authentic, confident images for business profiles.
Native Ivy is a Bangor-based portrait specialist focused on creating professional, natural portraits and headshots that feel authentic. Working with local makers, creatives and businesses, Native Ivy approaches each session with a clear goal: to produce images that represent the person behind the profile — confident, approachable and true to character. Why choose Native Ivy? The practice is built around portraiture as a craft. Rather than forcing poses, the approach is conversational and collaborative. Sessions are designed to put subjects at ease, using gentle direction and a calm atmosphere to encourage genuine expression. Whether you’re preparing a LinkedIn profile, refreshing team headshots, or commissioning a personal portrait, the emphasis is on comfort, clarity and professionalism. What makes the approach special is the blend of studio and on-location experience. Native Ivy offers relaxed studio sessions — including work carried out at The Studio in Helen’s Bay — alongside on-location shoots around Bangor and the surrounding area. This flexibility allows you to choose the setting that best suits your brand and personality: a clean studio backdrop for corporate headshots or an environment-rich location for creative portraits that tell a story. How we work: every portrait begins with a short consultation to understand your aims, usage and the visual tone you’re after. On shoot day you’ll be guided through simple, flattering poses and subtle adjustments to lighting and posture, all delivered in an unobtrusive way so the session feels natural. The focus is on collaboration — we listen to your needs and tailor the session so the final images work hard for your business or personal brand. Native Ivy’s portrait work is rooted in respect for local businesses and creatives, with experience photographing artists, local makers and professional teams. The result is a portfolio of honest, well-crafted portraits that communicate competence and personality. If you’re in Bangor or nearby and need a portrait photographer who specialises in headshots and business portraits — offering a relaxed process and images that reflect who you really are — Native Ivy is ready to collaborate.