Editorial, cinematic, and modern. Photographed in my North London studio.
Portraits with intention.
Guided sessions designed to capture personality, with calm direction throughout.
• Calm direction & styling support
• Lighting from modern to cinematic
• One look, or a varied set in one session
No Pressure. We’ll shape the look together.
North London studio • £195 session • £55 per image
A Few Studio Moods
These are a few directions we can build from. We can also create something entirely bespoke.
Want bolder styling? Colour gels and graphic lighting are available too. See session examples below.
Warm & Approachable
Soft colour, relaxed presence
Cinematic & Moody
Sculpted light, film-still mood
Black & White Editorial
Timeless contrast, clean shapes
Clean & Modern
Minimal set, modern simplicity
Bold Colour
Strong colour harmony, confident styling
Fashion Editorial
Graphic styling, magazine energy
Who is this for?
This is for anyone who wants portraits that feel personal and true to you. You don’t need to be an artist or performer, and you don’t need to know how to pose.
If you’d like calm guidance, a little styling support, you’ll feel right at home here.
If you’re unsure what suits you, we’ll choose a direction together before the shoot.
These sessions are for you if:
• You want portraits with style and intention
• You’d like calm direction (especially if you’re camera-shy)
• You want range: one strong look, or a small set with variety
Real sessions, real briefs
A few real sessions, each with a different brief, including colour gels and more graphic lighting.
The Film Director
Look: Cinematic & Moody
For a short film director, we created a series of moody portraits inspired by Smoke.
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Goal: press portraits + poster image
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Result: 2 looks, one session
The images needed to reflect the cinematic feel of his work, atmospheric, character-driven, and just a little mysterious.
The Musician
Look: Bold Colour / Graphic Light
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 a creative portraits experience, with editorial lighting and multiple looks designed to tell her story.
The Jewellery Designer
Light: 90's Retro
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.
The Voice Actor
Look: Colour Gels / Neo-noir
A voice actor needed a set of creative portraits that could flex across casting briefs, from warm, approachable reads to darker, more intense character work.
We built the session around distinct “characters”, using colour as storytelling: bold gels, cinematic contrast, and a clean, graphic finish that still feels like him, just in different registers.
The vibe here: cinematic, teal-and-amber, slightly futuristic / neo-noir.
The Personal
Look: Rembrandt Painterly Light
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?
A calm, guided studio experience, with time to explore one look or build variety. Most clients are camera-shy. You don’t need to know how to pose.
What’s included
- Pre-shoot consult (style + wardrobe direction)
- Studio session with calm posing and expression guidance
- Time for 1–2 lighting set-ups
- Natural retouching on selected images
- Online Gallery Downloads ready for web, social, and printing
What clients say
A few words from people who wanted portraits that felt like them.
"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
Most clients choose a small set for variety.
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 Studio 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.
Creative Portraits in London: Frequently Asked Questions
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 Studio Portrait Session 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.
