Nottingham, England | Actors Headshots | Corporate LinkedIn Portraits
Actor, LinkedIn, Corporate and Creative Portrait Photography Across the East Midlands.
Paul Saxby is a portrait photographer based in Newark, between Nottingham and Lincoln. He works with actors, musicians, veterans and business professionals across the East Midlands and further afield, creating headshots for casting, LinkedIn, business profiles and personal branding.
Paul’s photographic career spans more than four decades, including 18 years as a photographer in the Royal Air Force. That experience has shaped a thoughtful and practical way of working—paying close attention to lighting, expression and what each portrait needs to communicate.
Sessions are collaborative and unhurried. Paul takes time to understand how you want to be represented, helping you create a clean, honest portrait that feels natural and appropriate for its intended use.
Nottingham, UK | Actors’ Headshots | Corporate LinkedIn Portraits | @ Paul Saxby
Paul Saxby
Nottingham, England
Associate Member of Headshots Matter
Having a professional headshot representing your brand and what you can offer is necessary if you have an online presence.
A headshot should be personal, honest, and authentic, but most of all, it should be able to send a message. In simple terms, your headshot should tell the story you want to tell, not a preconceived idea of what a typical headshot suggests.
There's no rush, no limit to how many times you change your clothes or how many images you choose. Together (it is a collaborative process, after all), we will create a collection of images that show the world the real you or whatever version of you you choose to reveal.
It's not about me, I'm just here to help you tell your story.
I'm based in Newark, just a few miles from Nottingham and Lincoln. Being on the Kings Cross line, Newark is within easy reach of the capitol. I often travel to my clients, but feel free to visit me.
Contact:
Paul Saxby
email: paul@paulsaxby.co.uk
phone: 07787566532 / 01636658315
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Actor, LinkedIn and Corporate Headshots Across Nottingham, Lincoln and the East Midlands
Paul creates headshots for actors, performers and drama students who need current photographs for casting profiles, agents, theatre work, film roles and professional portfolios. Sessions can include different clothing choices and expressions to show a useful range while keeping the photographs believable.
For business professionals, entrepreneurs and creative people, Paul creates portraits for LinkedIn, company websites, editorial profiles, speaking engagements, marketing materials and personal branding.
Paul also photographs corporate teams at offices and workplaces. The session can be planned around the size of the team, the intended use of the photographs and the visual style of the organisation.
Based in Newark-on-Trent, Paul works with clients across Nottingham, Lincoln, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, Leicestershire and the wider East Midlands. He also accepts selected assignments elsewhere in the UK, including London, Birmingham and Manchester.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Paul photograph?
Paul photographs actors, musicians, creatives, veterans and business professionals. His work includes casting headshots, LinkedIn portraits, business profiles, personal branding and editorial portraiture.
Where is Paul based?
Paul is based in Newark, Nottinghamshire, between Nottingham and Lincoln. He works with clients across the East Midlands and regularly travels elsewhere in the UK, including London.
What can I expect during a headshot session?
Paul’s sessions are steady-paced and collaborative. He takes time to understand how the photograph will be used and what you want it to communicate. You will receive clear direction without being rushed through the process.
What should I wear?
Bring several clothing options that feel comfortable and suit the purpose of your headshots. Actors may want choices that suggest different casting possibilities. Business professionals should consider their industry, audience and how they normally present themselves at work.
Does Paul photograph company teams?
Yes. Paul provides corporate headshots for individuals and businesses and can travel to a suitable workplace or location. Contact him to discuss the number of people, preferred setting and how the finished photographs will be used.
Will my photographs be retouched?
Finished photographs are carefully edited and retouched. Paul’s aim is to keep the result clean and natural, preserving the details and character that make the portrait recognisably yours.
StudioTalk with Paul Saxby
Paul joined Headshots Matter to discuss creative intent, analogue photography and why careful thought still matters before the shutter is pressed.
