Emma Bailey Photography
BN3, Hove
(23)
BN3, Hove
(23)
My Brighton studio is located in a Victorian mews, which is home to many creatives. My photographic and video work takes me around the UK and the continent and I am fortunate to have an interesting client list from local artisans, milliner Emma Fielden to national institutions, like the NHS.
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23 customer reviews
Regan du Closel
Portrait Photographers
Excellent photographer. Extremely professional, warm and easy to communicate with. She understands what one needs and takes the time to make it happen. Super follow-through!
Reply from Emma Bailey Photography
Thank you so much, really enjoyed spending the day with you!
Culann Smyth
Had some headshots done and I'm extremely pleased. Excellent work!
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Sarah Saeed
I’ve done photo shoots with Emma Bailey in the past (she’s always my go-to photographer in Brighton) as usual the results of the shoot were above and beyond. .. plus we had fun! The photo’s I got from this shoot are just what I need in my capacity as a comedy promoter and performer, I do recommend her to others often she’s just brilliant! More...
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Richard Cousins
Headshot Photographers
Emma was very responsive to arrange a meeting to discuss my needs, and arrange the photoshoot soon after.
I'm very happy with the results, and took more pictures than I'd originally planned.
Reply from Emma Bailey Photography
Thank you Richard!
Ndjimi Feumba
Great Work! I needed something to improve my professional profile outlook. Working with Emma was perfect, from the first draft to the final photos. We explored different angles... lightings… to find the right way and we found it. Thank you! More...
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Red
I had a corporate shoot with Emma and was so impressed with both the experience and the result! Emma gave me great tips on how to pose which were easy to follow and she was very quick to put me at ease. The editing was done quickly and looks fantastic. I'm extremely happy and would definitely go to her for any other photography needs in future. Thanks Emma! More...
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Paul Brown
Great person she got patients of a staint makes you relax and fun and enjoyable used her quite a few times for in studio shoots and on seafront defo would use again and again
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lynne dunsford
I have never enjoyed a photo shoot so much. Emma made me feel very relaxed and I was thrilled with the results.
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Lex Lake
Emma did an excellent job of our promotional images for A Midsummer Nights Dream. Creative, professional and made the cast feel completely at ease. She was so good that I have since been back to have my headshots taken with her. I'm so happy with the results. I would recommend Emma Bailey Photography every time. More...
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Dan Crowe
Great session with Emma, fantastic photographer and an amazing studio
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David Kerrigan
I am currently directing a play for a local Theatre company and needed some headshots for my production. I genuinely cannot recommend Emma highly enough. Not only did she do a fantastic job for my cast but she actually managed to take a photo of me that I liked! She is professional, patient and a lot of fun to work with. I would recommend her services to anyone. More...
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Ben Pryer
One of the best photography experiences I've had. Emma is super professional and made us feel extremely welcome and relaxed. Would certainly recommend to everyone. More...
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Emma Edelston
Relaxing, great fun and the end result was a fab portrait shot for my website.
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Francesca Chiffi
A very fun and professional session, lots of great shots and a lovely variety to pick from - could not recommend Emma more!
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Claire Hughes
Great headshots, felt very much at ease during the shoot! Especially appreciated her attention to detail and investment in the people she works with.
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Ela Chapman
Emma was absolutely lovely and the photos turned out amazing! She also gave me good tips to use in the future. Overall the whole processes was fun, relaxed and enjoyable.
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Sarah Drew
Emma was recommended by a friend to do my headshots. She was so friendly, professional and able to put me at ease with any camera shyness. She was so good that I asked her to do my wedding photos and again, she was absolutely amazing. More...
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Matt Rudkin
I am so happy with my photos. Emma had lots of ideas and a great way of chatting to keep me relaxed. Very professional and I love the results. Totally recommended.
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Circus Brighton
(Headshots) Emma Bailey is an amazing photographer and immediately put me at my ease, after 5 minutes I felt like I had known her forever and she was able to get so many relaxed and perfect photos I had trouble selecting just a few - so he helped me with this as well! I would thoroughly recommend Emma and will definitely be using Emma again next time I need photos. More...
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Eleanor Burke
I was so happy with my headshots, Emma really takes her time to work with you so that you have time to relax and get into the shoot and the result is that you get brilliant shots. She's really quick to edit and I ended up with lots of shots I really liked and felt like represented me. My agent loved them, in fact they were her favourite I've ever had! More...
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Philip Butterworth-Hayes
Very impressive - I needed some head shots for my corporate social media campaign and Emma got the exact look and feel I needed - serious without being pompous, inclusive without being effusive. Difficult gig but I am delighted with the results More...
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Maple Preston-Ellis
I was a bit nervous about getting my headshots done but Emma was great - she immediately made me feel at ease and was really warm and friendly! She was so thorough and really got the best out of me, I came away not only with fantastic headshots but the feeling I’d learnt something as well. Would 100% recommend to anyone looking for classy, gorgeously lit photos. Thanks Emma! More...
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constantine de goguel
The results of my head shot session with Emma astonished everyone who saw them. Like most actors, I don't like doing still photos, but she is so easy and relaxing, the time we spent together flew by. When the contacts were sent to me I was so impressed, so pleased I confess I bought several more than the allocated three. Thank you Emma! Can't recommend you highly enough. More...
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What’s the secret to taking a great photograph?
It is no secret that it takes planning, performance and perseverance, with communication, creativity and … collaboration! Technical ability and a soul that excites.
What questions might you ask a client when starting a new project?
What do you want to say and who do you want to say it to?
What do you love most about your job?
Diversity! Diversity of projects, diversity of people. Each job and client is different. I love collaborating to create the right image - for products or performance - with marketing managers or artists. It always comes down to the story and what you need to say
What inspired you to start your own business?
I wanted the freedom to collaborate and the ease to move between different forms of photography. I am always learning, nothing ever becomes boring or gets stale. This freshness is an approach and an output.
Why should our clients choose you?
I'm a very relaxed person who has been working with cameras, lights and all manner of characters for almost 20 years. We are going to enjoy creating the imagery that you need.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
I am double vacinated and provide a Covid passport. My studio is cleaned before every shoot and I wear a mask when with 2m of you
Event Photography
I specialise in capturing the uniqueness of any social situation in any venue. From conferences and trade shows to private parties, galas and cabaret - I love to document people in their surroundings.
I will photograph and edit to your needs and budget. Highlights can be edited for the next day and delivered to you via your own web page here. The remaining images will be available via a permanent download link. For a larger celebration I will be provide a USB stick.
Actor Headshots
Actor headshots should reflect the people who walk into auditions. Together we work on what roles you would like to apply for, based on the advice from your agent. Throughout our session together I will light you in various ways from natural light to studio flash, to showcase your physical attributes. Clothing changes are not limited, I need you to bring variety that is unique to your body and casting type, more information on this is in the link below. My technique is designed to relax you into the shoot, then focusing on what the casting directors want: you.
Personality with genuine expression. Confidence with approachability.
Draft images are uploaded to a proofing gallery where you choose your images. The Photoshop process is personal to each person and you can approve the edits before delivery. Final edits are delivered via a link in colour & b/w
Shoots start from £100 and are 1-2hrs. Unlimited clothing changes. Includes one edited image. Extra edits £15 each
Corporate Headshots
Corporate and business headshots are so important in this visual age. After a consultation we will work together to create a captivating image which is on brand for you and your company. To achieve this I can shoot on location at your business or you can come to the studio. You will receive an online gallery to choose your images from, which will be edited to your specification and delivered via a link which you keep.
Artist Portraits
Artists portraits are the most fun to photograph; as the parameters change with every shoot. From musicians, performers, painters, craftsmen, drag kings or queens - this photography is as unique as each sitter. It is so important for us to meet and discuss your needs and styles. We will create a mood board of ideas to be inspired by. This can lead down so many roads of photography and employ diverse techniques such as light painting, body art and fire. Whatever your artistic ethos, we will emulate this into an image.
Music Photography
Music photography is enthralling. Capturing artists performing at gigs, engaging with their music and fans, to create an electrifying atmosphere needs energy and rigour and I love it. Each gig, venue and musician is different, that is the attraction of live music, never knowing what will happen, but always reacting to what is.
