Award-winning Dundee portrait studio led by Master Photographer Gordon Forbes. We create relaxed, magazine-style portraits and professional headshots that reveal personality and confidence.
Frameworks Studios is a specialist portrait studio based in Dundee, led by Master Photographer Gordon Forbes. With a creative eye honed over decades and a reputation for award-winning work, Gordon’s priority is simple: beautiful, honest portraits that reflect who you really are. We position Frameworks Studios as a portrait specialist — whether you need a contemporary studio portrait, a professional business headshot for LinkedIn, or a personal image with magazine-style polish. Why choose Frameworks Studios? Gordon’s easy-going manner and experience make even camera-shy clients feel comfortable. The studio approach is conversational and relaxed: we guide posing, lighting and expression so the session is enjoyable and the results feel natural rather than forced. That calm atmosphere, combined with expert lighting and contemporary backdrops, lets us capture moments of genuine character — the look you want for family walls, portfolios or professional profiles. What makes our portraits different is the balance of artistry and clarity. We favour clean, modern composition and lighting that flatters while preserving authenticity. For business portraits and headshots we focus on a confident, approachable look tailored to your sector; for personal portraits we aim for imagery with depth and style. The studio also offers makeover experiences and professional grooming as an optional enhancement for clients who want a fully styled portrait day. How we work: every session is tailored. Before you arrive we discuss the purpose of the portrait and preferred styles so the shoot time is focused and productive. At the studio you’ll be guided through poses, wardrobe suggestions and small adjustments that make a big difference on camera. We review images together to select the frames that best represent you, then apply considered finishing to deliver images that look exceptional in print or online. Based in Dundee (with a long-standing reputation across the region), Frameworks Studios combines technical mastery with a human approach. If you want a portrait or professional headshot that stands out for its quality and authenticity, Gordon and the studio provide the specialist expertise to deliver it.