Leicester Corporate Portrait Photography

In the dynamic world of Leicester's commerce, professional corporate portrait photography is indispensable for businesses aiming to uphold a distinguished company image. It plays a pivotal role in projecting the professionalism of staff through compelling portraits showcased on corporate websites, in annual reports, brochures, and other marketing materials. As a dedicated solo photographer, I specialise in a diverse range of photographic styles—from spontaneous, documentary-style images to carefully staged formal portraits—each designed to meet the unique requirements set forth by your business.

Leicester Office-Based Portrait Photography

Utilising the office environment as a dynamic backdrop, we capture the essence of colleagues in their professional habitat. Our process includes a meticulous evaluation of your office's ambiance, identifying optimal angles and lighting to complement the subjects, coupled with preliminary test shots to ensure the background remains unobtrusive. Our approach is unassuming and non-disruptive, aiming to photograph without impeding the daily workflow.

We often find that integrating elements of Leicester's cityscape, whether viewed through an office window or from a balcony, adds a remarkable touch to the images. Moreover, utilizing the reception areas of contemporary buildings can provide a sleek, modern context for the portraits, often blessed with an abundance of light and open space.

Preparing for Corporate Portrait Photography: Key Considerations

When arranging a professional portrait photography session for your company, keep the following five essential aspects in mind:

1. Uniformity in Lighting: Deciding whether your portrait session is a standalone event or part of an ongoing series is critical due to the need for consistency in lighting. If initial portraits are captured in a naturally lit, bright room, consider how the changing seasons will affect lighting for future sessions. Using flash to mimic natural light can provide uniformity in portraits throughout the year, regardless of the ambient conditions.

2. Background Selection: While a simple white background might suffice for many corporate portraits, incorporating the environment to provide a soft, out-of-focus backdrop can add variety and depth to the images. This approach is particularly engaging for online profiles, where visitors can view a more dynamic representation of an employee.

3. Professional Makeup: Utilizing a makeup artist is a valuable investment. A touch of matte powder to eliminate facial shine and hair styling can enhance the final look of the portraits, considering their long-lasting presence online.

4. Adherence to the Photographer's Style Guide: Aim for a balanced approach to the portrait style. Overly dramatic lighting or complex compositions can become outdated quickly and may conflict with the cohesive image of a company, especially one with multiple offices. Maintaining a consistent style in expression, composition, and lighting is essential, and giving photographers too much leeway in interpretation can disrupt this uniformity.

5. Choosing the Appropriate Lens: The photographer's choice of lens is important for creating natural-looking portraits. A 50mm lens is often ideal for corporate portraits as it allows for comfortable interaction between the photographer and the subject, maintains a natural perspective, and enables a cinematic depth of field when paired with a large soft box for softer lighting.

Remember, these elements will contribute to creating professional and timeless corporate portraits that represent your company well.