Your Questions Answered

Is this right for me?

  • I'm a personal brand photographer based in Lancashire. Most of my work is branding photography for business owners and their teams: headshots, portraits and lifestyle images that show who you are and how you work. I also photograph interiors, food and lifestyle content for businesses that want their spaces and products to look their best. Whatever the focus, the aim is the same: images that help your business be seen and feel like you.

  • I work with business owners who value quality photography and a professional experience, rather than relying on phone snaps. That includes established teams who need consistent images across their website and LinkedIn, and solo business owners building a personal brand. Many of my clients are women over 50 who know they need to be more visible but feel uncomfortable about it. I photograph men too, and teams of all sizes.

  • I understand how it feels to trust someone new to make you look confident, because at 61 I feel it myself. My shoots are relaxed and genuinely fun, and clients often tell me they enjoyed it far more than they expected. Before we start, I'll ask if there's anything you're conscious about or would like me to look out for when editing, so you're in safe hands from the first minute. You'll also have me throughout, from planning to delivery.

Pricing and booking

  • My brand shoot collections start from £650 for 10 edited images, £750 for 15 images and £950 for 25 images. Pricing is the same whether your session is portrait, branding or lifestyle. Every collection includes a free discovery call, help organising the right location, styling advice, a relaxed shoot of around 1 to 1.5 hours, professional editing and a private online gallery. The only difference between them is the number of images. Full details are on my pricing page.

  • Yes, travel within 10 miles is included in every collection. For locations further afield, a travel fee may apply, and I'll always agree it with you before you book, so there are no surprises. I work all across Lancashire, with no fixed studio, so I come to you.

  • The first step is to book a free discovery call. We'll chat about your business, where your images will be used and how you'd like to come across, and we'll talk through locations and what to wear. It's relaxed, with no obligation, and a chance to see whether you feel comfortable with me. If we're a good fit, I'll recommend a collection and send your contract through to secure your date. I always have a call before confirming a booking, so your shoot is planned around you.

  • Once you're happy to go ahead, you'll receive your contract through Pixieset. A 50% deposit secures your date, and the balance is due 7 days before your shoot. If you book within 7 days of your shoot date, the full amount is due when you book. Any extra images you choose after viewing your gallery are paid for separately.

Preparing and the day itself

  • A good night's sleep, plenty of water and going easy on the alcohol the day before will all help you arrive feeling your best. But I know life gets in the way. If you're fitting your shoot into a busy week, follow my downloadable guide on what to wear, turn up, and leave the rest to me. It really doesn't need to be stressful. For more tips read What to Wear for Your Brand Photoshoot.

  • Hair and make-up isn't included in my standard collections, so most clients do their own or book their usual stylist. Professional hair and make-up is included in The Editorial Brand Experience. Either way, I'll give you styling advice beforehand, and on the day I'll keep an eye on the small details, like stray hairs and collars, so you don't have to.

  • Wear what you'd feel confident meeting a new client in, and what reflects how you work. Solid colours and simple textures photograph well; busy patterns and logos can distract. Bringing two or three outfits gives us variety for different uses, such as a smarter look for your website and something more relaxed for social media. Everyone who books receives styling advice before the shoot, and we'll talk it through on your discovery call. I've written more tips and advice here.

  • Everyone is photogenic. When people don't like their photos, it's usually because they felt uncomfortable or nervous at the time. I'll guide you through every pose and moment, keep things light and give you plenty of direction, so you're never left wondering what to do with your hands. Most clients are surprised by how quickly they relax, and many tell me they genuinely enjoyed it. Read how I work with camera-shy clients.

  • Most shoots last between 1 and 1.5 hours. From experience, that's the sweet spot: long enough to capture variety across outfits and setups, and short enough that you stay fresh and natural rather than tired of the camera. If you need more, such as team photos alongside your own images, we'll plan the timing on your discovery call.

  • Yes. I regularly photograph teams for their websites and LinkedIn, from individual headshots to group shots and behind-the-scenes images of people at work. I speak with each person beforehand to check whether there's anything they're conscious of or would like handled when editing, which helps even the most camera-shy team members relax. I can also return later to photograph new starters, so your team images stay consistent.

Locations, delivery and peace of mind

  • Yes, through The Brand Edit Club, my seasonal membership for business owners who want fresh images all year without planning each shoot from scratch. You'll have one brand shoot every season- spring, summer, autumn and winter- with images planned for your website, social media and behind-the-scenes content. There's no long contract. The minimum is one season, and you can move up or down a membership, or cancel, as long as you let me know before your next season's session is booked. New members can also cancel within 14 days of signing up for a full refund, provided their first session hasn't taken place. Find out more about The Brand Edit Club.

  • You can pay per season upfront, which is the best value, or spread the cost over three monthly payments. The Edit 10 is £545 a season or £195 a month, for 10 images delivered within 7 days. The Collection 20 is £695 a season or £245 a month, for 20 images within 5 days. The Library 30 is £895 a season or £315 a month, for 30 images within 3 days and 5 hero images within 24 hours, plus 2 short reels each season, extended usage rights for advertising, print and press, and 10% off The Editorial Brand Experience. If you pay monthly, your first session takes place after your first three payments.

  • Life happens, so just let me know as soon as you can. With at least 7 days' notice, you can move your Brand Session or Editorial Brand Experience once, free of charge, to a new date within 3 months, and your deposit carries over. If you cancel, your 50% deposit isn't refundable, and within 7 days of your shoot the full fee is payable. If the weather makes an outdoor shoot unsuitable, we'll find a new date or an indoor alternative at no extra cost. Brand Edit Club members can find their cancellation terms in my terms and conditions.