I create bespoke portrait studio sessions in Dumfries & Galloway. Specialist professional portraits and business headshots — collaborative, relaxed shoots where you see images as we work.
Portrait photography is at the heart of what I do. Based in Castle Douglas, Dumfries & Galloway, I specialise in professional portraits and business headshots that help you look confident, authentic and a little bit cool. My approach is not about posing people into clichés — it’s about building a connection, finding the right expression, lighting and angle, and crafting images that tell the story you want to tell. Everything begins with a conversation. We meet — over a no‑obligation coffee or a video call if that’s easier — to explore what you need: the impression you want to give, where the images will be used (LinkedIn, websites, press, promotional material) and the practical details. From that conversation I draw up a bespoke plan so every shoot is tailored to you. On the day I tether the camera to a laptop or tablet so you can watch the images appear as I take them. That immediate feedback lets me train you in front of the camera: small changes in posture, the way you hold your shoulders, or a tilt of the chin make a big difference. Pretty quickly people relax, the best expressions emerge, and clients often tell me they’ve “learned how to never be frightened of the camera again.” I work across a range of portrait styles — clean, authoritative headshots for business; relaxed environmental portraits; and more creative, cinematic storytelling when you want something with drama and personality. For organisations I shoot business portraits and staff headshots designed to give a consistent, professional look across websites and marketing. For individuals I focus on capturing an authentic version of you — strong, warm or thoughtful — depending on the brief. Local landscapes and studio options both feature in my work: whether a studio session in Castle Douglas or a location shoot across Dumfries & Galloway, I tailor the backdrop to the concept. Pricing and scope are bespoke, agreed after our initial chat so there are no surprises. Above all, my aim is that you leave the session feeling empowered. I back that up with a cast‑iron guarantee: if you are in any way less than thrilled with your photos, we delete them all and you are not charged for my time. If you’d like to discuss a portrait or headshot session for yourself or your team, get in touch and let’s start with a coffee and a conversation.