Top 10 Headshot Photographers for Actors 2025
Professional headshots: one of the absolute requirements for any actor,
Though it’s hard to quantify what makes a great headshot, we agree that a great relationship in the room with the photographer is a bonus. But with tons of photographers to choose from, it’s sometimes hard to know who to go with. For a 3rd year running, January 2025 2000+ actors in the UK voted to choose their favourite photographers, read on to find out the top 10 list.
1) Stewart Bywater
Moving into 1st spot from 2nd, Stewart Bywater has been voted UK actors’ top headshot photographer.
Stewart’s portrait style is one that stands out as one of the most unique. He’s able to draw the human elements out of actors and has well known lockdown photography series to him name.
2) Fay Summerfield
A new entry last year in 8th, Fay has moved up to 2nd overall in this year’s list.
Based in London and Cardiff, Fay offers a unique style of photography across her clients - mixing her experience and portrait work to leave you feeling confident. Fay’s testimonials speak for themselves, we’ll say no more.
3) Yellowbelly
Having placed 1st in 2023 and 2024, Yellowbelly are still one of the most prolific headshot companies in the business.
Based in Hackney, YellowBelly are a fantastic company that receives rave reviews regularly. Their work goes beyond headshots, though, and they’ve been featured in multiple publications and programmes including BBC, Netflix and RadioTimes.
4) Emily Goldie Photography
Moving up from 7th place, Emily is an incredibly affordable and professional headshot photographer perfect for Yorkshire and North of England-based actors.
With one base near Leeds and one near Sheffield, Emily is perfectly positioned for northern-based actors. Having trained and worked as an actor, she knows exactly what casting directors are looking for and has tons of outstanding feedback and support from her headshot clients.
5) Nick Corre Photography
One of two brand new entries, Nick Corre Photography joins the top 10 list for the first time.
Based in Bermondsey and a former actor himself, Nick knows how to work the camera and more importantly get the best for his clients.
6) Chris Mann
Moving down one place from 2024, Chris Mann is a stalwart of the headshot photography space and consistency proves to be one of the best.
Based in South West London, Chris has a headshot photography style that took the industry by storm a few years ago. An excellent photographer and an incredibly well reviewed and praised professional.
7) Melanie Gail Photography
In the top 10 for a 3rd year running, Melanie Gail continues to grow in popularity with her excellent, collaborative process to achieve actors’ perfect headshot.
Also based in Bermondsey, each shoot is tailored to the actor and invites them into a warm, comfortable session that gets the best out of everyone.
8) Photography by Matt Jones
Matt Jones prides himself in providing access to top level headshots for actors and keeps his space in the top 10.
Based in South East London Matt offers incredibly affordable headshot services for actors, as well as being clued up on exactly how to get the best out of your shoot. With tons of 5 star reviews, he has affordability and professionalism at the forefront of his business.
9) Love Your Chops Headshots
Another new entry in 2025, Love Your Chops arrive with a portfolio of stunning headshots for actors.
Based in Bow, East London, Love Your Chops have incredible reasonably priced rates for all actors. Run by actor Ryan, this is a brand new entry and an excellent choice for London-based actors.
10) Callum Heinrich
Returning to the list after a year out, Callum Heinrich is well known name in the industry a real powerhouse photogrpaher.
Based in Chiswick, West London, Callum’s work is still popular and well known amongst actors and creatives in the industry. He also offers well priced rates and has a plethora of incredible testimonials from very happy clients.
