(…even if you feel awkward in front of the camera!)
A relaxed, outdoor photo shoot for people who need better photos for social media, personal branding, websites and profiles, or simply having up-to-date pictures of themselves they actually like.
- No fake influencer posing
- No stiff studio shoot…
- …and no one will ask you to pretend to laugh at your laptop in a café.
Just natural light, calm direction and a collection of social media photos in London that feel warm, current and genuinely like you.
Whether you’re a content creator, freelancer, small business owner or just someone who wants better photos of themselves, the goal is simple: create useful, natural images you can actually post, share, send and keep.
Portrait shoots from £160 · £50 deposit to book · Based in London
Your camera roll shouldn’t make it look like you were never there.
Many people have thousands of photos on their phone.
Food. Pets. Friends. Sunsets…work things, gig tickets, and random screenshots they’ll definitely need one day then never look at again.
But when they need a single, great, recent photo of themselves? Nothing.
Or, well, almost nothing.
Maybe there’s one old photo where you look decent…
Maybe one selfie you don’t completely hate…
What about that group shot, even if you need to explain which one is you?
And maybe a photo someone took where your face is doing something completely different from what you thought it was?
That’s the strange irony with social media photos.
You can be living a perfectly full, interesting life…and still have no visual evidence you were there.
And if you want to show up online? Instagram, LinkedIn, your website/business, or your personal brand? It’s a problem.
Not because you’re looking to become an influencer (…necessarily).
Because people look you up before they decide whether to follow, enquire, collaborate—or even remember you.
And if your photos are old, awkward, inconsistent or just missing entirely? Your online presence will be working much harder than it should.
Wanting better photos of yourself doesn’t make you vain
Most people know they need better photos, but the whole process feels…weird.
- Asking a friend to take pics feels awkward.
- Taking selfies just feels…cringe.
- Posting pictures of yourself feels self-important.
- And forget about hiring a photographer for social media. That’s only for celebrities!
So, you put it off. You keep using the same profile photo. You avoid posting yourself. You use pictures of your work, your dog, your drink and your surroundings…anything except your own face.
But wanting decent photos of yourself doesn’t mean you’re vain.
It means you’re allowed to be visible.
It means your website, newsletter, and social media feed don’t have to look like they belong to someone who’s hiding just off-camera.
Great social media photography isn’t about pretending your life is more glamorous than it is.
It’s about making it easier for people to get a quick, honest sense of you.
Natural direction. Relaxed shoots. Retouched selects.
Social media photos should feel natural—not staged
The wrong kind of photos can be just as unhelpful as no photos.
Too polished? It looks fake
Too corporate, and it feels like it belongs on LinkedIn—but nowhere else.
Too influencer-y and it feels like you might announce you’re being sponsored by an oat milk brand.
That’s not what this is.
This is relaxed lifestyle photography for people who want to look like themselves on one of their best days: clear, approachable, current and comfortable.
The best social media photos don’t look like you stopped your life to pose. They look like someone finally noticed you in it!
It might mean…
- a few relaxed portraits around London
- some branding photos for your website/profile
- some candid-feeling pics you can use on Instagram
- a more polished headshot for more formal work
- or, a bank of useful images you can post over time without using the same old photo again and again!
A relaxed social media photo shoot around London
This is a low-pressure outdoor photo shoot designed to give you a useful set of images for your online presence.
We’ll walk around a great-looking London location, stop wherever the light works, and create a mix of portraits, lifestyle photos and candid shots with enough variety to use across different platforms.
A strong set of social media photos usually includes:
- a clear portrait or headshot for profiles
- relaxed images that feel warm and approachable
- wider lifestyle photos with a sense of place
- personality-led photos with hobby or work-related props
- candid-feeling shots that look less posed
- enough variety to avoid posting the same image forever
Nothing stiff or plastic. And definitely nothing that makes you look like you have your own marketing committee.
Just natural photos to help people understand who they’re looking at.
What makes the shoot work
- Calm direction, so you don’t need to know how to pose. Camera-shy? That’s entirely normal. I’ll guide you through the whole thing: where to stand, where to look, what to do with your hands…and how to avoid the frozen “school photo day” smile.
- Natural light, so the photos feel flattering without looking fake. Bad lighting makes even the greatest-looking of us seem tired or uncomfortable. Good natural light helps your photos feel clear, warm and believable.
- London backdrops, so your photos have more life in them. Streets, parks, architecture and cafés give your pics variety without needing a studio shoot or a fake lifestyle setup.
- A useful mix of images, so you have more to post. You’ll get a blend of different kinds of pics so you won’t have to use the same one everywhere.
- Light retouching, so you still look like yourself. The final photos are polished, not plastic. The aim is to remove distractions, not make you unrecognisable.
- Bonus: Optional phone snaps, so everything doesn’t look too polished. If useful, I’ll also take a few casual phone pics during the shoot, giving you extra lower-pressure images to mix into your content (100% free).
What you get
By the end of the shoot, you’ll have a focused set of social media photos you can actually use.
You’ll receive:
- a relaxed outdoor photo shoot in London
- calm direction throughout, even if you’re camera-shy
- a mix of portraits, lifestyle photos and candid shots
- branding photos suitable for websites, social media and personal profiles
- edited final photos that look polished but natural
- digital image delivery within 1-2 weeks from the day of the shoot
The aim is to give you a wide-enough variety pics that you’ll have something to post wherever you need.
You’ll have images you can post online, send to your relatives and use across the places people already look you up.
How it works
- Book your shoot. Secure your timeslot with a small deposit.
- We confirm the details. I’ll get in touch to confirm the exact time, meeting point, and what you need the photos for.
- We go for a relaxed shoot. We’ll walk, chat, stop when the light looks good and take photos along the way.
- I’ll edit/touch them up. It’ll take me 1-2 weeks from the day of the shoot.
- You pick your favourites. No guesswork; you choose the ones you like!
- You get your final, high-resolution images. Delivered ready to use.
Simple portrait packages
Essential—£160
A focused shoot for a single use case.
Best for anyone who needs a small, easy-to-obtain set of strong images
Includes:
- 60-minute London shoot
- 5 retouched final images
- proof gallery to choose from
- light direction throughout
- online delivery
Standard—£250
A more flexible shoot with enough time for variety.
Best for anyone who wants a broader set of usable images across different platforms.
Includes:
- 90-minute London shoot
- 10 retouched final images
- proof gallery to choose from
- relaxed direction throughout
- online delivery
Premium—£480
A deeper session for people who need a proper image library.
Best for anyone who wants enough photos to use across several platforms.
Includes:
- up to 180-minute London shoot
- 20 retouched final images
- multiple locations
- outfit changes if needed
- proof gallery to choose from
- online delivery
You don’t need to become “photogenic” before booking
A lot of people put this off because they think they need to get better at being photographed first.
They think they need to lose weight, get their teeth whitened or buy a whole new wardrobe before showing up in front of a camera.
You don’t; that’s the point of the shoot.
Most people feel awkward in the first few minutes. Most people suddenly forget what to do with their hands, and most people have a fake camera smile that appears against their will.
None of this is a problem.
Great photos usually come from light, timing, movement, direction and taking enough shots for the real expressions to appear.
You don’t need to arrive confident. You just need to arrive at all!
Hi! I’m Tommy
By the end of the shoot, you’ll have a focused set of social media photos you can actually use.
You’ll receive:
- a relaxed outdoor photo shoot in London
- calm direction throughout, even if you’re camera-shy
- a mix of portraits, lifestyle photos and candid shots
- branding photos suitable for websites, social media and personal profiles
- edited final photos that look polished but natural
- digital image delivery within 1-2 weeks from the day of the shoot
The aim is to give you a wide-enough variety pics that you’ll have something to post wherever you need.
You’ll have images you can post online, send to your relatives and use across the places people already look you up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this only for influencers?
No. This is for anyone who wants better photos for:
- social media
- websites
- profiles
- personal branding
- creative work
- sending to relatives
- or, just general use.
You don’t need a huge following. You don’t need to post constantly. You just need photos you’ll actually like using.
Will the photos look staged?
No. The aim is photos that make you look like yourself, not fake lifestyle images or stiff corporate headshots.
I’ll guide you, but the final images should still feel relaxed and believable.
Can I bring something which shows my personality?
I encourage you to! Bring anything that genuinely fits you: a musical instrument, a book/magazine, a sketchbook or laptop, even your dog or your cat.
The right prop can make photos feel more personal without it feeling forced.
What should I wear?
Dress up as a slightly better version of yourself. Wear clothes that fit and make you comfortable. It’s worth putting in the effort to look good, but you also don’t want to give an impression that isn’t honest to your personality.
Can I use the photos for work, too?
Absolutely. Many images can work across social media, LinkedIn, personal websites and professional profiles.
The shoot can include more polished headshots as well as relaxed lifestyle photos. Just let me know!
Ready to stop hiding behind old photos?
If your current photos are already doing the trick…that’s fantastic!
But if you know they’re old, awkward or just don’t really paint an accurate picture of you, every month you wait is another month your online presence keeps making the same, stale first impression.
Book a relaxed social media photo shoot in London and get a set of natural photos that finally feel useful, current and just like you.