Why Do YOU Need a GOOD Headshot
A great headshot opens the door before you enter the room
Why Do You Need Help
Because a great headshot isn’t just taken — it’s shaped. Light shapes your face. Connection brings out the best in you.
A good photographer knows how to do both.
I'LL BE YOUR GUIDE
Hi, my name is Kate. I’m a photographer based in St Leonards, and I’m very curious about people and visual storytelling.
I feel like we all want to see the real human face behind the official cover. I love seeing different personalities, as it’s always magical and never the same.
I have a master’s degree in film directing and spent ten years working in the film industry. I use this experience—together with my knowledge of cinematic lighting, composition, storytelling and directing people in front of the camera—to create expressive, high-quality headshots that can support people in both their personal and professional lives.
I have lived in St Leonards for the last ten years and feel very fond of this town and its local community.
I do:
Business headshots
LinkedIn
Actors headshots for Spotlights
Creative studio sessions for artists
Branding
Event photography
London and East Sussex, UK
HOW CAn I HELP you
Tell me what you need
Give me a call and tell me what your headshot is for and what you have in mind. You can bring a visual reference, or I can help you find the right direction.
Find a day that works
Open my calendar, see what’s available and book a time that suits you.
Get ready
Before the shoot, we’ll talk through what to wear, what to bring and how to prepare, so you know exactly what to expect.
Enjoy the shoot
On the day, I’ll guide you through everything — lighting, position and expression — so you don’t need to worry about knowing what to do.
Choose your favourites
Afterwards, I’ll send you a proof sheet of the best images from the session. You choose the ones you love, and I’ll professionally edit those for you.
Hear what other people are saying
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"Huge thanks to Kate Butts for taking the time to photograph me. I’m not an easy subject, but Kate made the session feel like a breeze. And she even made me look dead sexy at times. Haha."
Mike Willis
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"I had a great time having a photo session with Kate. She is very friendly as being super efficient and professional. A great good eye with a nice spirit. Highly recommended!"
Lise Boucon
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"I had the most fantastic afternoon and I have to admit that you did make me feel at ease and comfortable. Gave me lots of encouragement and direction without being feeling pushed into the poses. Thank you".
Amanda
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“It was a great creative experience”
Fressia
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"Kate has a natural talent for helping you open up in front of the camera. Thank you for your professionalism and attention to details"
Anna Cleverly
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“Kate was a very nice person and very easy to work with, she allowed me to add my own creative vision to the photos shoot and combined with her vision made for a very unique and authentic photoshoot”
Rhys
Want to know more
Professional Headshots
Spotlight, LinkedIn, Resumes, Portfolios, Websites.
Creative Headshots
Album covers, Social media, Posters, Birthdays/special occasion, Artistic persona studio session, models, performers.
Branding
Business owners.