Edinburgh portrait studio specialising in business portraits and LinkedIn headshots. Chris Lomas uses a calm, documentary-led approach to capture authentic, professional images.
Chris Lomas Photo & Video Studio is an Edinburgh portrait specialist focused on creating professional, authentic images that work for people and brands. Based in Leith at Coburg Wharf, Chris combines commercial experience with a quietly observational approach to make portrait sessions feel effortless. The result is business portraits and headshots that look natural, confident and ready for LinkedIn, company websites and marketing use. Why choose Chris Lomas? The studio’s strength is simplicity and clarity: meticulous attention to expression, posture and light rather than gimmicks. Chris treats each portrait session as a collaboration—listening to what you want to communicate, then shaping the session so your personality and professionalism come through. This is particularly valuable for business portraits where authenticity matters: clients report relaxed, productive shoots and images that genuinely reflect their professional character. What makes the approach special is a documentary-led sensibility married to commercial discipline. Chris blends a reportage eye with studio control, balancing candid, directional moments with refined, polished frames. The emphasis is always on telling a truthful visual story—whether you need a confident headshot for LinkedIn, a formal business portrait, or imagery that strengthens your brand identity. How sessions work: bookings are held at the Leith studio, where clients can expect a calm, professional environment with focused time to prepare, relax and work through looks. Chris guides subjects through simple, clear direction—small adjustments to posture, gaze and expression rather than over-posed routines—to capture natural results. The process is efficient and client-focused, built for people who want strong, usable portraits without fuss. Chris’s motivation is practical: create portraits that perform. He understands the needs of modern professionals and businesses and aims to deliver images that are both visually engaging and immediately useful across digital and print channels. If you’re looking for an Edinburgh portrait studio that prioritises authenticity, clarity and a collaborative experience, Chris Lomas Photo & Video Studio specialises in business portraits and headshots designed to make the right impression.