Edinburgh-based portrait specialist Clare creates timeless studio portraits with a laid-back approach. She shoots family, maternity and newborn sessions, plus professional portraits for business.
Hi — I’m Clare, owner and photographer at Edinburgh Portrait Studio. With a BA (Hons) in Photography & Media and more than 20 years behind the camera, I’ve built a practice that puts portraiture at the heart of everything I do. I specialise in creating timeless studio portraits in Edinburgh — from family and maternity to newborns and professional business portraits — and I aim to produce images you’ll love for decades. Why choose Edinburgh Portrait Studio? I’m obsessive about craft. I invest in training every year, work with local master craftsmen for framing and printing, and offer a lifelong guarantee on my finished artwork. My style is refined and enduring: I want your portrait to look as beautiful on your wall in 40 years’ time as it does the day you receive it. My approach is relaxed and personal. I’m often told I have a laid-back manner that makes people feel at ease quickly — essential when photographing children, new parents or anyone who’s nervous in front of a lens. I don’t rush sessions or double-book back-to-back; that gives us the time to warm up, find authentic expressions and create portraits that really capture personality and connection. For families and maternity, I focus on the relationships and the quiet, honest moments that make a portrait meaningful. Newborn sessions are entirely baby-led: we take as many breaks as needed and I never schedule another session on the same day so there’s no pressure. For professional portraits and headshots, I listen carefully to your brief so you leave with confident, polished images suitable for LinkedIn, company profiles or personal branding. The studio is easy to reach in Edinburgh with plentiful off-street parking and a lift for accessibility. You’re welcome to use wardrobe and props, and I’ll guide you on poses, lighting and styling to get the look you want. My goal is always the same: to make the experience enjoyable and to deliver beautiful, lasting portraits crafted with care. If you’re looking for a portrait specialist in Edinburgh who blends technical skill, warmth and an eye for timeless composition, I’d love to welcome you to the studio and create something you’ll treasure.