Editorial & Signature Portraits in London - Pennypics
Stories in Still — A Personal Narrative for Proud Londoners
An editorial portrait experience for those who call London home.
We move beyond the traditional studio setting to capture identity in its most authentic context — whether within the quiet intimacy of your home, the refined atmosphere of a private club, or the storied streets you walk every day.
For pleasure, business, or a whimsical treat,
vision-led sessions for individuals who value presence over performance.
These portraits are designed for those drawn to the intersection of lifestyle and art — capturing a character-driven narrative that feels entirely your own.
Who These Portraits Are For
These sessions are chosen by individuals who want to be seen as they are, not styled into something else.
They are often commissioned by women and men who value discretion, personal narrative, and visual coherence — whether the portraits are created for themselves, their work, or a meaningful moment in life.
This experience suits you if you are drawn to:
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A calm, unhurried photographic process
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Locations that carry personal or cultural meaning
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Images that feel editorial, intimate, and quietly confident
It may not be the right fit if you are looking for fast, trend-driven imagery or highly performative posing.
Women & Maternity — An Editorial Perspective
Pregnancy can also be approached as a chapter of personal style and self-definition — not separate from who you are, but part of it.
These editorial maternity sessions are conceived for those who wish to remain within a lifestyle or fashion-led visual language, working in real environments rather than traditional studio constructs.
The emphasis remains on presence, composition, and narrative — allowing pregnancy to exist naturally within the portrait, rather than becoming its sole subject.
For those seeking a more family-centred maternity experience, a dedicated approach is explored separately.
Street & Fashion Portrait Photography in London
These sessions are conceived as editorial portraits rather than traditional photoshoots.
Working within the rhythm of London, we use streets, architecture, interiors, and movement as narrative elements — allowing style and presence to emerge naturally, without performance.
The approach is observational and collaborative. Direction is subtle, pacing is unhurried, and emphasis is placed on composition, gesture, and context rather than posing.
The resulting images sit comfortably between fashion, portraiture, and personal archive — designed for those who value authorship over display.
Often commissioned for personal branding, creative portfolios, or private keepsakes.
A Lady poses for a portrait in a stylish Milanese hotel room. Pennypics Photography.
"Paola is an amazing professional. She is an absolute pleasure to work with, super friendly and well organised. A true artist, she has a brilliant vision for each photoshoot, and knows how to do her setting in the best possile way. Highly recommend!"
Jenny Farenden, Southampton, England
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Booking Your Editorial Session
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Each session is guided, unhurried, and carefully tailored to your personal narrative.Locations are chosen for narrative resonance — from private residences and members’ clubs to the streets and interiors of London itself.
All images are fully curated, refined, and delivered digitally. Optional heirloom prints and bespoke albums are available to complement your visual archive.
Your bespoke session awaits. Begin the journey by sharing your vision and preferred dates. Every detail is planned, guided, and refined so your portrait becomes a lasting story.
Get in Touch
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Digital gift cards are available for immediate delivery.
✦ For those seeking our signature family, newborn, and maternity traditions, please visit The Family Journey →
✦ For those requiring a focused visual narrative for leadership, creative practice, or professional identity, please visit Professional Portraits & Visual Authority →
✦ If you are visiting the city and wish to document your time through a discreet, documentary-style lens, please visit London Vacation Photography →