Professional Portrait Photography in Stockport & Manchester

Looking for natural, candid, and editorial-style portraits? I offer studio-quality photography with a portable setup, bringing professional portraits to your home, business, or creative space—perfect for busy schedules. Whether you need striking editorial portraits, natural LinkedIn headshots, or lifestyle photography, each session is tailored to showcase your personality and story.

I work with individuals, models, actors, artists, musicians, and creatives, capturing portraits that feel authentic and effortless. My goal is to make sure you not only look your best but also feel comfortable in front of the camera. Sessions are available on location across Manchester, Stockport, and beyond—from businesses and artist studios to outdoor lifestyle shoots.

Explore the different packages below

Got questions? Check out the FAQs here

I’ve had the privilege of meeting and photographing incredible people, capturing portraits that truly reflect their character. I understand that having your portrait taken can feel awkward or even daunting, and making time for it isn’t always easy. That’s why I focus on creating a relaxed, stress-free experience—offering studio-quality portraits in your home, on location, or in a studio, working around your schedule to make the process as simple as possible.

Sounds good?

Let’s create something unique and inspiring together.

Get in touch to book your session today!

Packages and Pricing

  • 3 Shot Package

    Price: £190 (£50 deposit)

    Duration: 1 hr 30 min session

    Includes:

    3 retouched images

    Private, password-protected gallery with downloadable PDF contact sheet

    Extra images: £30 each

  • 5 Shot Package

    Price: £250 (£50 deposit)

    Duration: 2 hr session

    Includes:

    5 retouched images

    Private, password-protected gallery with downloadable PDF contact sheet

    Extra images: £30 each

  • Student 3 Shot Package

    Price: £200 (£50 deposit)

    Duration: 2 hr session

    Includes:

    3 retouched images

    Private, password-protected gallery with downloadable PDF contact sheet

    Extra images: £20 each

  • Drama School / Business Package

    If you’re a drama school or business looking to book an extended session to shoot multiple people at your venue, please enquire for pricing.

    Available across the UK.

FAQs

  • Surprisingly, not much! A minimum of 2 metres by 3 metres is enough for a simple portrait setup. Of course, the more space, the better—but I can adjust my setup to fit smaller spaces if needed.

  • Yes!

    I shoot tethered to my laptop, so the images will pop up on the screen as we go. If space allows, I’ll have the laptop turned towards you while I shoot.

    I want you to see what we’re capturing! If there’s something you’re not happy with, you can let me know, and we’ll adjust it.

    If you’re happy, I’m happy!

  • I’ll send you a link to a private, password-protected gallery with basic edited, watermarked images (colour balanced, cropped, etc.).

    You’ll also receive a downloadable PDF contact sheet of all the images to keep, which you can reference if you want to order any extra images in the future.

    The images will be watermarked with the file names, so you can simply send me the file names or screenshots of the ones you want!

  • Of course! Feel free to share the link and password with anyone you like—especially if you need a second opinion to help narrow down your selections!

  • Yes! If you’d like extra images, just email me the file names or screenshots of the ones you want. I’ll retouch them and send them over to you.

    Extra images are £30 each.

  • I love animals and kids! There will be light stands and a few wires, so as long as they’re not likely to hurt themselves or knock over any equipment, I’ll happily welcome a little assistant!

    The whole idea of shooting in your home is to make it convenient for you and your life.

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