Beyond headshots: Why Personal Portraits in London
Headshots are brilliant for LinkedIn and company bios, but they’re not the whole story.
Personal portraits in London go further, blending editorial lighting, mood, and styling to reflect your personality, passions, and the season you’re in.
Think of this as the in-between: part professional, part creative, always personal.
Whether you’re launching a passion project, refreshing your website, or exploring a 90s-inspired look, portraits in London give you room to be seen beyond your job title.
If you’re specifically after a polished professional headshot for LinkedIn or dating, see my London Business & Headshots service.
Who is this for?
Personal portraits in London are perfect if you’re…
- Drawn to creative or editorial photography that feels more like art than a headshot
- Exploring a vintage or cinematic style, like 90s hard light or painterly “old world” looks
- Wanting portraits that reflect your passions and personality, not just your profession
- Celebrating yourself with images that feel timeless, expressive, and uniquely you
Style Examples: Personal Portraits in London
The Film Director
For a short film director, we created a series of moody portraits inspired by Smoke.
The images needed to reflect the cinematic feel of his work, atmospheric, character-driven, and just a little mysterious.
The Musician
A musician needed a full range of photos, for an album cover, press and hero images for a few key singles. We created different looks to match each need, ensuring every shot had its own vibe. This was more than a headshot session, it was a Personal Portrait experience, with editorial lighting and multiple looks designed to tell her story.
The Jewellery Designer
A jewellery designer wanted portraits that were both professional for her website and true to her style. We explored a 90s vintage look with relaxed, natural poses, giving her portraits that highlighted her creativity as well as her craft.
Personal, Painterly & Old World
Another client wanted portraits simply to feel good about themselves. We created a series in a painterly, “old world” style, timeless, textured images that carried both softness and strength.
What's Included?
On every personal portrait photoshoot in London, you can expect:
- a pre-shoot consultation to shape your vision
- Professional studio lighting with creative set ups
- Time for multiple looks within one session
- Gentle posing support so you feel natural and confident
What clients say
"Siorna is simply an amazing photographer."
“I had such a great time during the shooting. She makes you feel comfortable on the set and provides guidelines on how lights and settings work. The pictures turned out to be great, I’m so satisfied. I’ll totally recommend her.”
Sergio
Read about Sergio’s photoshoot at ‘Creative Photoshoot’
"I felt free to play about and experiment."
“I really enjoyed my session with Siorna. She created a fun and relaxed atmosphere for the shoot so that I felt free to play about and experiment. Enjoying the shoot really showed in the final images!”
Charlotte
"I immediately felt at ease with her."
“I found Siorna to be the loveliest person. I immediately felt at ease with her, even in the lead-up to the shoot itself. The day itself was the most fun I’ve had in a long time, and I surprised myself by how relaxed I felt in front of the camera.”
Ursula
Pricing is Simple.
Simple and transparent: you only pay for the portraits you love. Your images can be downloaded from an online gallery in multiple formats ready for printing, web and social media. These sessions include extra time for styling and creative set-ups, so you can explore different moods and looks within one shoot.
Portrait Session
Per Picture
Finding the Right Look for You
Hi, I'm Siorna
I’m a London portrait photographer who specialises in creating portraits that feel authentic and personal.
Many of my clients arrive unsure of what style will suit them, or whether they’ll feel comfortable in front of the camera. Others come with a clear vision that I help bring to life.
With a relaxed approach and gentle guidance on posing and lighting, I’ll help you discover a look that feels true to you.
Most people leave surprised at just how natural the experience feels and how photogenic they really are.
Three Steps to Your Personal Portrait Session in London
Your journey to personal portraits in London is simple.
1
Set the date
Email me, or book a 10-minute video discovery call. You get to meet me, ask questions and book your date.
2
Style Consult
We review the mood, wardrobe and styling so you know what to expect and what to bring on the day.
3
Photoshoot
Your day is here! Enjoy refreshments, a private changing area and your favourite music.
FAQs about Personal Portraits in London
A: We’ll talk through ideas in your style consultation so you’ll feel confident about what to bring. Most people bring two or three outfits so we can create a variety of looks in one session.
A: Absolutely! Personal touches like jewellery, instruments, or even favourite books can make your portraits feel even more “you.” We’ll decide together what works best for the mood you want.
A: Most sessions last around 1.5 to 2 hours, giving us plenty of time to explore different looks, adjust lighting, and take breaks if needed.
A: Yes, I edit every image with natural, flattering adjustments. My aim is always for you to look like yourself on your best day. Never overdone or artificial.
A: Of course! You have personal printing rights for the images you purchase and can print those files on your own. Prints come in many sizes, so let me know if you’ll be doing this and I can help get your photos right!
If you are selling your images, please do let me know as this works slightly differently.
Ready for your Personal Portrait in London?
Book a quick 10-minute chat to explore ideas for your personal portraits in London, or drop me an email below. No pressure. Just a chance to see if this feels right for you.
