Personal Branding Photography
Stand out online with authentic and natural brand photos - even if you hate having your photo taken
Personal Branding Photography in London for People Who Hate Having Their Photo Taken
What is Personal Branding Photography?
Personal branding is a bit of a buzzword at the moment. It’s really about how you present yourself to the world – it’s your unique combination of skills, values, and personality that sets you apart from someone else. People want to do business with people they know, like and trust and so often, first impressions are made online. In today's digital age, it’s never been more important to have a strong personal brand. This is where personal branding photography comes in. It is much more than a headshot. It’s a visual story of who you are and what you do. A bank of photographs that you can use across your website and social media platforms that captures who you are, and what it is like to work with you.
Confident, natural, professional PHOTOGRAPHS with NO AWKWARD POSING
Why Personal Branding Photography Matters
Why does this matter for you?
People want to connect with the person behind the business and having a bank of photographs that reflects you and how you work helps you:
Confidently show up consistently online
Build trust and credibility with your audience
Stand out in a crowded market
Attract the right clients who align with your values
Give your marketing and PR efforts greater impact
Whether you’re a coach, consultant, entrepreneur or small business owner, a strong personal brand positions you as an authority in your field and allows you to build meaningful relationships with your audience.
Many clients ask how personal branding photography actually supports visibility and confidence — I’ve written more about this in my guide to preparing for a personal branding photoshoot, here.
Hate HAVING YOUR PHOTO TAKEN?
You’re not alone. I specialize in working with people who feel uncomfortable having their photo taken. I’ll guide you through flattering poses and engage with you to capture images that feel natural and confident.
Why Work With Me?
Most conversations with my clients start with them saying they either hate having their photo taken or that they are not photogenic. If the thought of posing makes you cringe, don’t worry, I’ve got you. In addition to knowing how to get the best photographs of you, I have an extensive background in marketing, branding and advertising so I know how your photos are going to be used. A photoshoot with me includes:
Full Direction: I’ll guide you through natural poses and expressions so you never feel awkward
Flattering Angles & Light: I know how to highlight your best features (and minimise your least favourite!)
Relaxed & Fun Environment: Your photoshoot will be loads of fun, and you’ll leave feeling more confident than ever
Professional Retouching: I’ll professionally retouch your photos to make sure you look your best
Who is This For?
My personal branding photography photoshoots are perfect for:
Coaches, consultants, authors and service providers
Entrepreneurs and small business owners
Women founders looking to increase visibility
Corporate professionals needing updated headshots
How Does it Work?
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Enquiry
To get started just fill in this quick form, drop me a message or call me. We’ll have an initial chat to see if I can help you and scope out what it is you’re looking for.
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The Planning Stage
Once you’re all booked in, I’ll send you a brand discovery questionnaire so I can really understand you and your brand. This will help inform so many things from the location we use, to your clothing choices. I’ll also send you a full prep guide with advice on clothing. And we’ll have a pre-shoot call to go through everything so you are primed and know exactly what to expect.
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Shoot Day
I’ll guide you through every step so you feel relaxed and confident. From getting the right expressions to poses that are natural for you. It might be hard to believe, but it will be relaxed and great fun.
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Your photographs
About two weeks after your photoshoot, I’ll send your gallery through so you can select the photographs you would like. They will be professionally edited and ready for you to use with confidence.
Ready to elevate your brand?
Let’s create photos that feel authentically you.
- Annalise de Glanville
“i would highly recommend Claire. Her experience is obvious from the start. Her process is slick, she has everything covered and has so many ideas and thoughts. I made the right choice choosing her. She is outstanding.”