Portrait Photography in Suffolk

Professional Portraits Ipswich

Professional portrait photography that captures your personality, story, and unique character. Whether you're looking for personal portraits, family photography, creative portraits, or professional imagery beyond standard headshots, I create authentic images that reflect who you are.

Based near Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds, I work throughout Suffolk, Norfolk, Essex, and East Anglia, bringing over a decade of photographic experience and a documentary-style approach to every portrait session.

“Photographing people is my thing, so you know you won't have to worry about being in front of the camera.”

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Smiling elderly woman with short brown hair, wearing pearl earrings and a white blouse with a floral pattern, standing against a gray textured background.
A smiling man with a beard and short hair wearing a black hoodie against a gray textured background.

What Makes a Portrait Different?

While headshots are typically formal and face-focused for professional use, portrait photography offers much more creative freedom and storytelling potential.

Portrait sessions can be:

  • Formal or relaxed studio portraits

  • Environmental portraits in locations meaningful to you

  • High-key with bright, clean backgrounds

  • Creative and artistic with dramatic lighting

  • Lifestyle portraits capturing you in your element

  • Family or personal milestone photography

Unlike business headshots, which are primarily designed for LinkedIn and corporate use, portraits are about capturing your personality, your story, or celebrating an important moment in your life.

A man wearing a light-colored fedora, white shirt, and dark vest holds a pocket watch up to his face, looking to the side, against a dark background.
An older woman with shoulder-length blonde hair standing in a garden with her arms crossed, wearing a beige sweater with red stripes on the sleeves and a collared shirt underneath, surrounded by flowering plants and bushes.

Who Needs Professional Portraits?

Individuals and Families
Capture important life moments, family milestones, or create beautiful images to treasure and display in your home.

Creatives and Artists
Musicians, artists, writers, and performers who need compelling imagery that reflects their creative identity and personal brand.

Personal Projects
Anyone documenting a personal journey, transformation, or simply wanting professional images that capture who they are in the present.

Gift Portraits
Professional portraits make meaningful gifts for loved ones, such as milestone birthdays, anniversaries, or special celebrations.

Editorial Subjects
Those being featured in publications, interviews, or media coverage need high-quality editorial-style portraits.

Book a Free Introduction Chat

1 - Book

Let's chat and schedule a call now!

Find out how I can help with a personal branding shot, portrait, or editorial coverage.

It's a great way to establish a personal connection and learn more about each other, how I work, and how I can help you stand out.

2 - Shoot

Don’t worry if you feel uneasy in front of the camera—that’s precisely what I’m here for. 

I’m dedicated to making you feel comfortable and at ease throughout the shoot. With my guidance, you’ll find yourself relaxing, and together, we’ll capture some truly stunning images.

3 - Select

Browse through your online gallery and select your favourite images. 

You can review and choose the final photos that best capture your unique personality and style.

Would you like a hand? I can jump on a call, or we can review them in person over coffee.

Sessions start from £299

Upto 3 images

Location of your choice - mobile studio

Two fully retouched images

1 outfit

Online gallery

Commercial usage rights

Web & social-ready files

Additional Images £60


Coverage Area

I'm based near Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk and regularly photograph portraits throughout East Anglia, including Norfolk, Essex, and Cambridgeshire. Common locations include Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds, Cambridge, Norwich, Colchester, and surrounding areas.

I also work across England, Wales, and Scotland, including regular visits to the Scottish Highlands and Islands, where I have family connections. For portrait sessions outside Suffolk, travel arrangements can be discussed during your consultation call.

Portrait sessions can take place:

  • At your home

  • Outdoor locations of your choice

  • My mobile studio setup at any venue

  • Meaningful locations that tell your story

Are you looking to upgrade from a portrait to create a collection of imagery to support your personal brand?


A branding shoot may be a better option for you. It's everything you get in a portrait session plus extra time to capture imagery, so you have content that stands out and creates connections with your online and offline media.

Book a call with me to chat or check out more details about my personal branding shoots.

“Photographing people is my thing, so you know you won't have to worry about being in front of the camera.”
Source: Me, Jonathan Fussell. Don't worry, its just a camera!