Specialist portrait photographer in Coatbridge — Fiona Watson captures relaxed, authentic portraits, family sessions and professional headshots. Warm, natural images for your wall and online profiles.
I’m Fiona Watson — a portrait photographer based in Coatbridge who specialises in creating relaxed, authentic portraits that feel like you. Portraiture is a core part of my work: from intimate family sessions and newborn and ‘Mini People’ shoots to personal portraits and professional headshots. I aim to make every session comfortable, low‑pressure and genuinely enjoyable so the images you receive are natural, emotional and timeless. Why choose me for your portraits? My approach is friendly and documentary-led. I pride myself on getting to know the people in front of my lens so I can capture the small, meaningful moments that get missed when everyone is rushing to ‘pose’. Whether we’re photographing a newborn in the comfort of your home, a family afternoon in the park, or a confident headshot for LinkedIn, I focus on real connection, soft natural light and relaxed direction. How I work with clients: we begin with a quick chat — either over the phone or by message — to understand what you want from your session. From there we pick a location that suits you (at‑home, local outdoor spots around Coatbridge/Glasgow or a short mini‑session when dates are available). On the day I keep the mood calm and conversational, guiding you with simple prompts so laughter and genuine expressions happen naturally. For business portraits and headshots (a secondary focus), I’ll help you choose a look that suits your brand — whether that’s a crisp corporate headshot or a more relaxed professional image for social media. I offer practical advice on wardrobe, posture and where to look for the best light, so your final images work for LinkedIn, your website or press materials. After the shoot I edit your images and send a secure gallery link so you can download high‑resolution files. Many clients tell me they love the honest, unforced quality of the photographs — images they happily print for their walls or use across digital profiles. If you’d like a portrait session that feels easy and produces images with warmth and character, get in touch. I’d love to hear about your plans and help you create photos you’ll keep forever.