Editorial-style headshots and portraits
Headshot and Portrait Photographer in Shrewsbury
Dramatic, editorial-style headshots and portraits for actors, musicians, creatives and business clients looking for something more distinctive than the standard formula. Studio sessions in Shrewsbury, with location shoots also available.
HEADSHOTS WITH REAL CHARACTER
A strong headshot should do more than show what you look like. It should hint at character, range and presence. These sessions are built to create images that feel more distinctive than the standard formula.
Session details
Relaxed, untimed sessions, shaped around you.
The aim is not just to leave with a usable photo. It’s to create a set of images with real character, whether that means a clean casting shot, something darker and more cinematic, or a mix of both. That takes time, so sessions stay flexible, collaborative and untimed.
Studio headshots in Shrewsbury
Most headshot and portrait sessions take place in a fully equipped studio in Shrewsbury, with clients coming from across Shropshire for actor headshots, creative portraits and business photography. It’s a brilliant space for this kind of work, with plenty of flexibility for different setups, lighting and outfit changes. It feels like stepping onto a set, which helps people settle in quickly and get into the right headspace.
Headshot and portrait pricing.
£400 session fee
The fee covers the shoot itself.
£50 per selected image
Chosen after the session and fully retouched.
Only pay for what you keep
No bundled image packages. Just the shots you actually want.
Location portraits
Location shoots are available for editorial, promotional and business use, with pricing quoted according to the brief and location.
FAQs
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Most sessions take place at a fully equipped studio just off the A49 in Shrewsbury. It’s easy to get to by car and there is parking on site, which makes the whole experience much more relaxed than battling with a town-centre studio!
Bring a mix. Plain, simple outfits are often useful because they keep the focus on your face and expression. But if bolder pieces, texture or a more distinctive look are genuinely part of your personality or the way you want to be seen, bring those too - Dare to be bold!
Yes. A lot of people want a mix. Cleaner, casting-friendly shots still have their place, especially for actors. But portraits with more mood, character and cinematic edge can help you feel more distinctive and memorable, particularly when casting directors are scrolling through hundreds of headshots that often follow the same formula.
No. Sessions are untimed. We take our time to relax and get comfortable, settle in, try different ideas, and keep refining things until we have images we love.
I keep the pricing very simple: The session fee is £400. Retouched images are then £50 each, so you only pay for the ones you actually want.
After the session, we'll sit and run through the photos together. You choose the images you want to keep. That way, you are not locked into a fixed package or paying for shots you may never use.
Chosen images are retouched, but the aim is always to keep them feeling natural - You on a particularly good day! Clean, polished and professional, not overworked.
Final images are supplied digitally, ready to use for casting, promotion, websites, press or other professional use.
Of course! Most people are not turning up as seasoned models. The sessions are collaborative and relaxed, we listen to music, explore ideas, with plenty of guidance along the way.
It’s a quiet, relaxed and fully equipped studio that works brilliantly for this kind of session. There’s space to try different looks and lighting setups, and the atmosphere stays calm and collaborative. We usually have music on, take our time, and keep things easy rather than overly formal.
Yes. Location portraits are available for editorial, promotional and business use, with pricing quoted depending on the brief and location.
LOCATION SHOOTS AVAILABLE
I also take on location portrait work for editorial, promotional and business use.
Not every portrait needs to happen in the studio. Location shoots are available for editorial, promotional and business use, whether you need something more natural, more contextual, or simply better suited to the way the images will be used. This side of the work is quoted depending on the brief, location and intended usage, but the same approach applies: thoughtful, well-crafted portraits with character, presence and a strong sense of atmosphere.
“ Thom is brilliant at what he does. As a Shrewsbury based actor, it's awesome to have such a talented photographer right on my doorstep. ”
“ He put me at ease from the moment I entered his studio and made the headshot session fun and relaxed. I am extremely pleased with the photos and would recommend Thom to anyone looking for high quality headshots. ”
“ Thom did not disappoint me (or my agent)! Atmosphere during the photoshoot was very relaxed, he was friendly and knowledgeable. Hope to shoot with you again! ”
“ Thom took great headshots for my son's acting portfolio. He really made him feel relaxed and brought out the best in him. Highly recommended. ”
“ Highly Recommend Thom! Made me feel really comfortable. I've noticed a real uptake in successful applications. ”