Specialist Glasgow portrait studio creating professional headshots, LinkedIn portraits and personal portraits. Kirk Lothian focuses on relaxed, characterful images that help you look confident and authentic.
Kirk Lothian Photography is a Glasgow-based portrait specialist dedicated to creating professional, characterful images that put people at ease. With a clear focus on headshots, LinkedIn portraits and personal studio portraits, Kirk shapes each session around the individual — whether you’re an actor needing expressive headshots or a professional updating your business profile. Why choose Kirk Lothian? Kirk brings a calm, conversational approach that quickly dissolves stiffness and produces natural, honest expressions. His work favours clarity, flattering light and subtle styling so the final portraits feel timeless rather than trendy. Clients consistently praise the balance of relaxed direction and professional attention to detail — the result is images that communicate personality and confidence without looking overworked. What makes the approach special is the emphasis on collaboration. Before the session, Kirk explains the goals for your images and offers wardrobe and presentation tips tailored to your industry and intended use. During the shoot he prioritises comfort: concise direction, a friendly atmosphere and moments designed to draw out genuine reactions. Lighting is used to enhance facial features and mood, creating headshots that read well across websites, social media and casting portfolios. How the process works: sessions take place in a comfortable Glasgow portrait studio where time is given to find the right looks and expressions. Kirk guides posing in a straightforward, non-technical way so clients of all experience levels leave feeling confident. After the session, images are carefully edited with a light, natural touch to preserve character while delivering a polished final image. Kirk’s passion is simple — to capture people as they want to be seen. Whether you need a clean corporate portrait, a compelling LinkedIn photo, or expressive actor headshots, Kirk Lothian Photography focuses on the portrait craft to help you present your best self. Based in Glasgow, Kirk works with individuals and professionals across the city to produce portraits that stand out for their authenticity and professionalism.