Rachel Hein Photography

Rachel Hein is a portrait specialist based in Edinburgh, working from Portobello and Tribe Porty. Her work is rooted in a simple philosophy: warmth and happiness, candidly captured. A Yorkshire-born photographer who fell in love with Edinburgh, Rachel brings a friendly, conversational approach to every portrait session — whether in her studio or out on location — so people feel at ease and authentic in front of the camera. Rachel’s style is relaxed & natural. She’s passionate about making photography painless and even enjoyable for anyone who’s nervous about being photographed. Her experience and gentle direction allow for moments that feel effortless: quiet smiles, thoughtful glances, and those spontaneous connections that reveal personality. That sensitivity is especially valuable for professional portraits and headshots where approachability and authenticity matter as much as polish. How she works: Rachel starts with a quick, friendly conversation to understand what you want to communicate with your portrait — your role, your personality, and where the images will be used. On the day she creates a calm atmosphere, guiding pose and expression with a light touch and plenty of encouragement. Clients can choose studio sessions for clean, controlled lighting or on-location shoots around Edinburgh for a more personal, environmental feel. The result is a collection of images that look natural, professional and unmistakably like you. While her focus here is portrait photography — from professional headshots and LinkedIn-ready images to personal portraits — Rachel’s real passion remains people. She loves capturing the nuance in expressions and the quiet stories behind a face. Her portraits are used by professionals who need credible, approachable imagery and by anyone who wants portraits that feel genuine rather than staged. If you’re looking for an Edinburgh portrait photographer who specialises in warm, natural portraits and confident, professional headshots, Rachel offers an easy, personable process and images that feel true. Get in touch to discuss a studio or location session and to find out how she can create portraits that reflect who you really are.