Top 10 Lifestyle Photographers in London, UK

Lifestyle photography has increased in popularity in recent years as individuals and brands look to promote a more natural image. It’s employed by creatives in everything from branding to family photography and offers an attractive alternative to generic product images or overly posed portraits.

London is home to no shortage of talented lifestyle photographers, each of whom has found their niche. In this article, we’ll introduce 10 who have caught our attention in the UK capital.

Matthew Joseph

Matthew Joseph is an award-winning London lifestyle photographer who specializes in advertising photo shoots. He has years of experience behind the camera and can handle a diverse array of situations, with a keen eye for detail and human motion.

While based in London, he regularly travels for work and has shot on location around the world to help boost the presence of global brands. As a testament to his talents, Matthew was included in Lürzer’s Archive "Top 200 Ad Photographers Worldwide" for 2017/18 and 2019/20.

Stuart Bailey

On the outskirts of London, Stuart Bailey is a commercial, advertising, and lifestyle photographer who works throughout the United Kingdom and beyond. His career in the industry began at British Airways as an in-house photographer before he established his own business just as the global pandemic hit.

Despite this, Stuart has been successful in building his portfolio and securing commercial shoots, as well as travelling abroad for charity trips. His style? Clean, sharp, and vibrant with a polished yet natural finish.

Michael Heffernan

With more than 20 years of experience in the industry, Michael Heffernan is one of the most experienced London lifestyle photographers on our list. He works alongside a talented team of assistants, stylists, and producers to create award-winning images for creative agencies, production companies, and brands. He says that he is constantly striving to make images that are “authentic and honest” and create a narrative to effectively tell the stories of his clients.

Little Bunny Photography

Anna is the photographer behind Little Bunny Photography, a North East London-based portrait and lifestyle photography company. Her journey with photography began at the age of 10 when she discovered her father’s film camera and she began shooting her adventures with family and friends.

Around 10 years ago, Anna began experimenting with portrait photography and has since graduated with a degree in Photography from the University of Arts in London. Little Bunny Photography specializes in documenting family, maternity, and newborn sessions that are infused with authenticity.  

Sam Todd

Specializing in sport and lifestyle photography, Sam Todd is a South London-based artist who is renowned for his clean aesthetic. He says that athletes are “some of the most exciting, hard-working, and inspiring people in the world” and finds their stories intoxicating to capture. He aims to tell them in a raw and honest way while documenting people doing what they love most.

Sam loves collaborating with designers, make-up artists, stylists, and art directors during shoots and creating work that he is understandably proud of.

Julian Love Photography

With previous clients that include Four Seasons, Dove, Canon, Samsung, Unilever, and Sony, Julian Love is one of London’s most in-demand lifestyle photographers. He is regularly commissioned by advertising and design agencies to help promote their brands, as well as shooting personal work that has seen him win numerous awards. Aside from being recognized by the “Creative Review” and “One Eyeland," his work has been featured in the “British Journal of Photography.”

Laura Shimili Mears

Laura Shimili Mears is a specialist portrait and lifestyle photographer who collaborates with individuals, businesses, and families. Originally from Albania, she now calls London “home” and operates from a beautiful home studio.

Laura understands how professional photography can help to boost your brand profile and enable your business to grow. She puts a strong emphasis on not only the quality of her work but offering fast turnaround times and keeping client costs as low as possible.

Jack Terry

Jack Terry’s long list of clients includes Barclays, Captain Morgan, Lenovo, and Samsung, as well as eHarmony, Haven Holidays, and Weight Watchers. Through his lifestyle photography, he is able to “study the narrative and emotion of life,” something that has long fascinated him.

Jack strives to document the honesty and warmth of everyday moments and loves the dynamics of collaborating with a team where everyone is working at their very best.

Louise Rose Photography

Based in Balham, Louise Rose is an award-winning family lifestyle photographer who is also a mum herself. She has had her images featured in more than 20 publications, including “The Observer,” “Vogue,” and “Baby London” and is one of the few family photographers in London to have an MA in photography.

Before starting her own business, Louise managed a photography gallery for four years and says that people-watching was what inspired her to become a photographer herself.

Chris Renton Photography

While based in London, Chris Renton is available for shoots throughout the United Kingdom and Europe, with his specialty being creative imagery for businesses. He has worked with everyone from small companies to large multinationals, with his client list including names such as Marriott, Skadden, Sony Pictures, and the Portuguese Chamber of Commerce.

Aside from offering professional headshots, Chris captures stylish lifestyle images around the office to help enhance company brands. And did we mention that he also has a talent for interior and architectural photography?

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