I’m Sam
Before I picked up a camera professionally, I trained and worked as an actor.
So I know what it feels like to sit in front of the lens.
You’re not “being awkward”.
You’re doing something that feels exposed.
Most people hate this part.
The standing. The face. The “what do I do with my hands” moment.
That’s my job.
I’ll guide you in a way that feels normal.
I’ll keep it simple.
I’ll help you look like you, on a good day.
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not photogenic”… you’re exactly who I work with.
York Headshot Studio
York Headshots is based in my private studio in Skelton, York.
It’s calm, quiet, and built for headshots.
Clean light. Simple backdrops.No distractions.
If you want something with more context, I also shoot on location around York and throughout Yorkshire. Think your workspace, your studio, or an outdoor spot that fits your vibe. Which feels more like you right now, studio or location?
What you’ll get from a York Headshots session
You come in with a goal.
You leave with images you can actually use.
– Headshots that look current, not forced
– Direction that feels clear, not cringe
– A calm shoot with time to settle in
– Variety, without turning it into a marathon
– Images that fit your industry and your personality
Ask yourself this.
When someone Googles you, what do you want them to feel?
Prefer a location shoot?
f you want something with more context, I can shoot on location around York and across Yorkshire.
Your workspace.
Your studio.
An outdoor spot that fits your vibe.
Location works best when your setting matters.
– You’re client-facing and want environment in the frame
– You want images for a website banner, not just LinkedIn
– You want something that feels more like “your world”
Which feels more like you right now?
Studio, or location?
Who I photograph
– Actors who need casting-ready headshots
– Creatives who want portraits with personality
– Business owners and teams who want to look credible and approachable
If you’re not sure where you fit, you’re not alone.
Tell me what you do, and where the photos need to live.
I’ll help you choose the right approach.