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Bespoke Portrait sessions at home, at work, or on the streets of London & Provence and beyond

Portrait PHOTOGRAPHER & Visual Artist

Créatrice de portrait - Portrait designer

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The Art of PORTRAIT 

I create portraits where you belong

I’m a portrait photographer and visual artist, a créatrice de portraits. I’m very good at what I do, and my focus is simple: making you look your best in a place that tells your story. Whether that’s your own home, your workspace, or out on the streets of London Provence and beyond, I create photos that feel like you and look exceptional.

Creating portraits since 2011.

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offerings

You are unlike anyone else; your portraits should be too.

Let’s create elegant portrait photography that feels effortless yet extraordinary, with every frame a reflection of you. From your first inquiry to the moment you open your finished gallery, my process is built on care, trust, and timeless craft.

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London Portrait Stories

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Portrait at home or at work

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European Portrait Stories

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Fine Art Portrait Gallery

LONDONportraitSTORIES

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ANNE / View
London Couple photoshoot 
Sophie + John / View
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A;LISON / View

Next destinations portraits photo shoot

  • Marseille France 18th-24th May 2026

  • Strasbourg France 12th-15th June 2026

  • Berlin, Germany, 18th, 19th June 2026

  • Munich, Germany, 22nd, 23rd June 2026

  • New-York 29th September - 01 October 2026

Get in touch

I AM a light PAINTER

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behind the lens

"I believe the best portraits don’t just show you, they feel like you.

Whether we’re shooting in your home, a garden in Provence, or a city you love, my approach is the same: direction, unhurried moments, and a focus on what makes you you.

I work with both film and digital, but the heart of my process is always the same, capturing the warmth, the laughter, and the quiet confidence that define who you are.

Over the years, I’ve photographed people across Europe
in London’s, in Marseille, in Berlin
each time aiming to create images that feel as timeless as the memories they hold.

My clients often tell me my portraits feel elegant, natural, and deeply personal. My greatest hope? That when you look back at these photos, years, even decades from nowyou won’t just see yourself. You’ll remember yourself: how you felt, who you were, and the joy of that moment."

About Rachel
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  • Lovely session with Rachel

    Very good at communicating and bringing the best to take the perfect pic. She's great at guiding while allowing you to experiment. She made me feel at ease, very grateful!

    — Alison

  • A pleasant experience

    It was a pleasant experience, and Rachel was very professional. I would gladly work with her again.

    - Anne

  • I cant thank you enough

    I can’t thank you enough because you made me look like me and have lifted my spirits from a difficult year.

    — Marissa

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SOMETIMES THE best WAY TO BEGIN IS WITH A conversation.

Let’s connect to explore your vision, your milestones, celebrations, and the emotions you want your images to evoke. I’ll walk you through the experience, answer your questions, and together we’ll determine if we’re the perfect fit.

Get in touch
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YOUR STORY, TOLD with ELEGANCE and INTENTION

You are unlike any other; your photographs should be too.

Let’s create imagery that feels effortless yet extraordinary, with every frame a reflection of truth and artistry. From your first inquiry to the moment you open your finished gallery, my process is built on care, trust, and timeless craft.

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A woman with long hair, wearing a fur coat, high heels, and shorts, walking on a city sidewalk near a building with large arched windows, in black and white.
A woman wearing a vibrant blue fur coat sits thoughtfully at a green metal table outdoors, with lush green foliage and white flowers in the background.
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A young woman standing on a cobblestone street covered with fallen autumn leaves in front of a colorful graffiti-covered wall.
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wedding photography

YOUR STORY, beautifully TOLD

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What if your photos could finally reflect who you truly are? Imagine feeling confident, authentic, and excited every time you see yourself in a photo.  I don’t just take pictures, I create moments that celebrate you. Whether it’s celebrating a birthday, a personal brand shoot, a couple session, or just capturing life’s little joys, I make sure your photos are as unique and vibrant as you are.

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the gallery

NO TWO STORIES ARE THE SAME

CELEBRATE LIFE’S SPECIAL MOMENTS WITH A PORTRAIT PHOTO SHOOT ENTIRELY DESIGNED FOR YOU. USING MY CREATIVITY AS A TOOL, I EMPOWER YOU TO FULLY OWN YOUR IDENTITY AS A WOMAN.

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let's connect

BEGIN your STORY

If you feel drawn to my work and envision your story told with quiet elegance and heartfelt artistry, I’d love to hear from you. Please complete the form below with as much detail as you’d like — I personally read every message and respond within two business days.