Natural, flattering portraits without the pressure
Relaxed portrait photography across Yorkshire, including Leeds, Bradford and surrounding areas.
For people who want to look and feel like themselves in photographs.
We photograph you calmly, in a place where you feel comfortable — either in your own home or somewhere familiar nearby.
No posing experience needed.
No rushing.
No awkwardness.
“I’m awkward in front of the camera.”
“I never know what to do.”
“I just want to look like myself — but my best self.”
That’s exactly who True Portraits is for.
We work slowly and quietly, giving you time to relax and settle.
You won’t be rushed, judged, or pushed into stiff poses.
Our aim is simple: to create portraits that feel natural, flattering, and genuinely like you.
We come to you.
That might mean a simple studio setup in your home, or an outdoor location near where you live.
The choice is always yours.
Before the session, we talk everything through so nothing feels improvised on the day.
When we arrive, everything is kept calm and unhurried.
If you’re looking for something rushed, heavily over-processed, or impersonal, this probably won’t be the right fit.
But if you want portraits that feel relaxed, beautifully lit, and true to you, you’ll be in the right place.
What makes True Portraits Different?
A slower approach
We don’t run production-line sessions.
Each portrait is taken with care, patience, and attention.
Careful, natural editing that still feels like you.
A supportive presence
My wife works alongside me during sessions, helping create a relaxed, reassuring atmosphere, especially for anyone who feels a little nervous.
A few kind words:
“It was a lovely experience, we felt so at ease. Having Rachel there really helped. We actually forgot the camera was there.”
—A client’s mum, Dewsbury.
“I usually hate photos of myself, but these feel like me on a good day. That’s all I wanted.”
— Helen, Knaresborough
“It never felt rushed or awkward. We just took our time, had a chat, and the photos turned out far better than I expected.”
— Mark, Ripon
"I absolutely love the black & white image you took of me, it gives me so much confidence every time I look at it" — Rachel B, Bradford
Pricing
The session fee is £125 and covers your shoot, preparation time, and setup.
After your session, you simply choose the collection that feels right for you. There is no pressure to decide in advance — you only choose once you have seen your photographs.
Session fee: £125
Collections from £250
Choose after viewing your images
“These are real people, photographed naturally — no forced expressions, no heavy retouching.”
