For Founders, Freelancers and Professionals Who Mean Business

Your personal brand is already out there - the question is whether the images representing it are doing you justice. Our personal branding sessions are designed to give you a versatile set of photos that work across LinkedIn, your website, press features, speaker profiles, and anywhere else you show up online.

Shot at Brickwork Studio in Darley Abbey Mills, Derby - a heritage industrial space with exposed brick, high ceilings, and abundant natural light. A backdrop that does the heavy lifting.

Personal Branding Photography - Derby | Brickwork Studio

BRANDS WE’VE WORKED WITH

OCTOPUS ENERGY

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BBC

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TOPGOLF

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EUROCELL

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PIEMINISTER

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OCTOPUS ENERGY 〰️ BBC 〰️ TOPGOLF 〰️ EUROCELL 〰️ PIEMINISTER 〰️

The Personal Branding Package — £150

Everything you need in a single session:

  • 45 minute shoot in the studio

  • Up to 3 outfit changes

  • 12 fully edited images delivered

  • Commercial image license included

  • Same-day delivery

Simple, straightforward, and ready to use the same day.

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A young man with dark hair wearing a light blue dress shirt, a dark patterned tie, and a wristwatch, sitting in an indoor setting with a blurred background.
A woman with brown hair, wearing a white blouse with black buttons and a black pinafore dress, sitting on a stool in a dimly lit room, smiling at the camera.
Two men sitting at a restaurant table laughing and talking, with salt and pepper shakers in front of them.
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A young woman with long curly hair, wearing a khaki jacket and a student lanyard, smiling indoors.
A young man with red hair and a checkered shirt sitting at a desk, smiling while using a computer mouse.
A young woman with long, wavy red hair and blue eyes, wearing a black top and gray trousers, stands with arms crossed in an indoor office environment.
A young man with short black hair and a light beard, wearing a black long-sleeve shirt, standing with arms crossed in a modern indoor setting with blurred background lights.
A young woman with long dark hair and a nose piercing sitting at a desk in a classroom or library, wearing a black hoodie and a lanyard that says 'STUDENT.' She is looking at the camera with a neutral expression.
A woman standing outdoors in front of a wooden background, smiling, wearing a brown blazer and jeans.
A male chef with dark hair and beard, wearing a white chef's coat and black apron, holding a soda can and smiling while talking to a customer in a kitchen or restaurant setting.

 FAQs

  • We're based at Darley Abbey Mills, Derby DE22 1DZ - a short drive from Derby city centre with parking on site.

  • The shoot itself is 45 minutes. With changeovers and a quick review at the end, plan for about an hour in total.

  • Yes - we offer both classic backdrop setups (grey, white, or coloured) and environmental portraits using your workplace or outdoor surroundings for a more natural look.

  • Same day. You'll receive your 12 edited images before you go to bed.

  • Yes - every final headshot includes natural skin retouching, colour correction, and light adjustments to keep the results professional and realistic.

  • Bring up to 3 outfits - think about the different contexts you want to show up in. We'll advise on what works well in the studio if you're unsure.

ELEMENT ENGINEERING

“Sam made the whole process effortless. We booked Brickwork Studio to update our team headshots, and he managed to capture everyone looking relaxed and confident - even the people who hate being photographed! The images look consistent, professional and on-brand, and we’ve used them everywhere from our website to internal documents and LinkedIn profiles. It was a smooth, enjoyable experience from start to finish.”

A young woman with long red hair, wearing a black top and navy pants, standing with her arms crossed in an indoor workspace or office environment.
  • A table setting with dishes including a breaded fried cutlet with sauces, a cooked steak with herbs and roasted garlic, bread slices in a tray, a dish with fried batter over cabbage, a menu, a glass of red wine, a mug of beer, and tableware on a wooden table.

    ALBERTS SCHLOSS.

  • People dancing and celebrating at a formal event or party, with a man and woman smiling and holding drinks in the foreground.

    OCTOPUS ENERGY.

  • Corporate headshots

    GATEWAY COLLEGE.

  • Chef wearing an apron smiling outdoors by a food setup, with a blue tractor in the background.

    OLIVE CATERING.

  • A chef garnishing a plate of soup with herbs and red chili slices.

    WILSON VALE.

  • Ice cream sundae with swirled chocolate and vanilla soft serve, topped with a chocolate cookie, served in a waffle cone bowl with a spoon on a paper-lined plate.

    PIEMINISTER.

Perfect for Teams, Creatives and Professionals

A woman with shoulder-length brown hair, wearing a white blouse and black dress, sitting on a chair and smiling in an indoor setting.

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