Essex Portrait Photography

Sophisticated & Stylish Portraiture

Creating a beautiful portrait is like creating a recipe, and like a chef the photographer takes many years to master the recipe. I work with you to create something magical and make sure that you are still smiling about it years later.

With more people being photographed more than ever it is even more important that we take the time and have some professional images taken. Be it for a family keep sake a business headshot to create the best digital first impression or just because we want to have at least on portrait of ourselves we absolutely love.

I specialise in people, capturing people who do not necessarily like being photographed but appreciate that a good photograph takes skill and talent and not just an iPhone with a good camera.

Would you like to find out how I can help you stop time? Please get in touch to find out more or book a consultation.

Our Ethos

I believe that everyone should look and feel amazing in at least one photograph. Every family should have a beautiful portrait that is representative of the joy they felt that day. I do not think that portraits should take a long time and should be a fun time, so much fun in fact you will want to do it again.  

Let me worry about how to make you look good and getting everyone to look at me and smile! You just need to have fun.

Chanon de Valois

Chanon De Valois

Photographer

I always hated having my photo taken and whislt I will never really love it I do very much understand that without it I would simply not exsist. After loosing loved ones I always found that it was the images of them that gave me comfort, sometimes even decades later.

With peope being photographed now more than ever many would argue that the role of a professional photographer is no more but it is the years of working with people and mastering my craft that make me exactly the reason you need to hire a professional for many occasions. 

If you have a fear of the camera or hate how you look in photos then I can certainly help. A great photo of you can be the talking point of your business or a great way to remember a time in your life.

Get in touch now to schedule your consultation.

Rebecca

Rebecca

Hair and Make-up Stylist

Rebecca has always had a passion for hair and make-up and studied it to degree level. Rebecca has the wonderful ability to relax you and create a flawless finish. If you want to try something bold or would love to learn how to create your own look, Rebecca can help. Rebecca also creates amazing hair and make-up looks for many brides as well. I had the distinct pleasure of photographing Rebecca and Stuart's wedding as pictured above!

Q

Q

Studio Dog

Q is the in house studio dog, and loves to greet all guests with a waggy tail and a degree of excitement. If you are nervous of dogs or not a fan he is more than happy to go out for a walk or spend some time catching up on his beauty sleep.  Q also is great for helping people to relax and often is the reason we end up having such a great laugh!

Our Process

Consultation
1.

Consultation

As a part of the portrait process I have found that getting to know you and what you would like and expect is crucial and as such a pre-shoot consultation is included in all portraits so that we can get the very best from your shoot.

The Experience
2.

The Experience

Whether you are coming for the full styling or the family portrait we will make sure that you know exactly what will happen on the shoot and what you can expect. You can be sure to expect some laughter and to have some fun but most of all I want you to enjoy this experience. 

My Promise
3.

My Promise

I promise that at every step you will be treated with respect and the utmost professionalism. I pride myself on respecting all our  individualities and capturing and creating images that you will love. 

Kind Words

"Chanon is one of the best photographers I have had the pleasure of working with. She is patient and friendly; her expertise is reflected through her amazing results." Amie
"My nine year old had a great time with Chanon, she cannot stop talking about it. the images are stunning." Acer
"Chanon you are a genius, you bring out the best in your subjects. Thank you" Clare
"It was for me such a lovely day from start to finish.You
made it such fun and I now have some wonderful
photos and memories of such a great day."

Yvonne
"Chanon took some family photographs for a special
occasion. She has a great gift for getting her subjects
to relax and get the best out of them." Louise & Ian
"Chanon has this amazing ability to put one at ease. I don’t enjoy my photo being taken but actually she totally "gets it”. She makes the whole photo shoot thing feel quite natural." Sue

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To give you the personalised service you deserve we need as much information as possible. We will be in contact by the next working day to arrange your free consultation and start designing your dream photo shoot.

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