WHY DO YOU NEED BRANDING?

 

Have you ever wondered what the meaning of a brand image holds? It may just seem like a few shots of your face or products, but it is so much more than that. Branding and photography work so well together, because they create your customer journey. 

If you're tired of the same old boring headshots, it's time to shake things up and move beyond the standard. Brand photography is all about capturing the essence of your business and showcasing your unique personality.

So why settle for cookie-cutter shots when you can have something that truly reflects who you are?

No Boring Standard Headshots 

Moving beyond standard headshots means getting creative and injecting personality into your images. It's about capturing the vibrancy and energy of your brand in every image. 

Think outside the box and consider the story you want to tell with your brand photography. What sets you apart from the competition? What makes you unique? These are the elements that should shine through in your images.

And remember, it's not just about you – it's about connecting with your audience and giving them a glimpse into the heart and soul of your brand.


Photography for Retreats and Workshops Abroad

If you're planning a retreat or workshop overseas, why not take the opportunity to capture the magic and beauty of your experience with professional photography?

I love capturing retreats and workshops abroad or UK based. Imagine having stunning images of your participants engaging in activities, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes or vibrant cityscapes. These photos not only serve as beautiful memories for your participants but also as powerful marketing tools for future events.

I understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with photographing retreats and workshops overseas. I know how to capture the essence of your event while highlighting the beauty of the location. Whether you're hosting a wellness retreat in Bali, a creative workshop in Tuscany, or a team-building retreat in the Scottish Highlands, I can join the adventure to create stunning images that truly reflect the spirit of your event.

From sunrise yoga sessions on the beach to interactive group activities in picturesque settings, I will be there to capture every special moment. I use a combination of candid shots and posed portraits to tell the story of your retreat or workshop in a compelling and authentic way.

 

First, we will have a chat to find out as much as possible about you and your business, what you want to convey in your images. Then we’ll discuss possible locations that will help us achieve telling your brand’s story. I shoot in a lot of different parts of London, from Shoreditch to Southbank as well as Notting Hill, King’s Cross and many more, but if you already have somewhere in mind or you want to do your personal brand shoot at your home or office - I’m happy to discuss how we can make that happen.

My aim is to make our photo session as relaxed and fun as possible, it’s a save space. We will chat, walk around the area and take some awesome images. There won’t be any awkward model posing or me shouting directions at you. This is all about you being you, with me there as your guide to get some stunning images filled with personality. If you brought along different outfits we usually go to a cafe/bar/hotel to do these changes, but you can also plan some on-the-spot changes by bringing different jackets or wearing a basic vest top underneath.

A few days after our photo session you will receive the viewing gallery consisting of a low-resolution preselection from where you can pick your favourites and choose any extra images you wish me to edit in my unique style as seen across my website and social media. After that you will receive the final selection within 7-10 working days, ready to use the photos to promote and grow your business.

 
 
 
  • They help you create a strong personal brand that will attract more clients and grow your business

  • They enhance your customer journey, by helping your audience getting to know and trust you, which in turn will help increase your leads

  • They make you stand out by telling your story and who you are. Only you can do you!

 
 
 
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Investing in your business is something you should always do when you know it’s going to make a positive impact on your brand. Your branding is an investment that will make you stand out from the crowd and show your audience who you are. Use your brand images on your website, social media, collateral and ads – personal branding never goes out of fashion!

 
 
 

All BRANDING packages include

 
 
  • A planning session via phone or Skype after I sent you a questionnaire to find out what you want to achieve from your shoot and what the best possible way is to show off you and your business.

  • Travel within London is included, further travel is possible, we just need to work out costs.

  • A blog post about you and your business on this site to tell people how great you are. It will include links to your website and social media, which will be helpful with your SEO. The post will also be shared across my social media channels.

  • During our photo session we can do anything from taking beautiful portraits, which go beyond simple headshots to photographing you at work, creating your products, meeting with clients or showcasing the finished products with a client as well as flatlays. You will also be able to select your highlights in camera on the day. The final edits will be delivered within 7-10 working days after you made your selection.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Hair and Make-up Artist Add ON - from £100

You will have the option to add a hair & make-up artist to any of the branding packages. If you just want your make-up done it’s £100 and for both hair & make-up together it’s £150 (additional travel costs outside of Central London may be charged). Once you’re booked in for your photo shoot I will connect with the lovely MUA I work with to hash out details for that part of the day.

*Subject to availability. Please also note that these prices may change or vary as I work with a few different make-up artists I don’t have any influence on their pricing.

VIDEO & REELS ADD-ON - from £65

Want to record some high-quality video content for your website or social media? We can create some clips during your shoot, from behind the scenes and boomerangs to interview-style footage or we can add some extra time dedicated to filming some branding videos and/or smaller clips for your Instagram and TikTok. This can be individually tailored to your needs or you can go for one of the below options:

 
 
  • Filming within the time of your booked branding shoot

    Approx. 1 short video or 2-3 reels, based on a 90 min session

  • Filming within the time of your booked branding photo shoot

    Approx. 2 short video or 4-6 reels, based on a 3 hour session

  • Filming within the time of your booked branding photo shoot

    Approx. 4 short video or 7-10 reels, based on a 5 hour session

 
  • 30 min extra time dedicated to filming

    Approx. 2-3 short videos, 4-6 reels or a mix of both

  • 60 min extra time dedicated to filming

    Approx. 4-5 short videos, 10 reels or a mix of both

  • 90 min extra time dedicated to filming

    Approx. 6-7 short videos, 15 reels or a mix of both

 

Branding video of Gillian McMichael, a wellness coach and expert, during one of her One Life retreats in Spain, walking the streets of Sóller.

 

*This will be filmed on my Canon EOS R / R5 or if you prefer on my iPhone 12 Pro, depending on your vision. Please note footage will go through basic video editing (see here for more info - link to be added soon), any extensive post-processing like airbrushing or big production editing (several slides or adding stock footage) will need to go to an external editor and incur additional charges.

 
 
 
Brand Shoot London - Personal Branding Photographer Nicole Engelmann

I had the most amazing time! Thank you so much Nicole for putting me at ease and for allowing me to really feel comfortable! Best shoot ever!

Nadia Saad, Inspire Coach

 
 
 
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Getting booked in is dead easy, just click the below button and fill in the form to tell me about your business and how I can help you. All dates are secured with a non-refundable booking fee of £150.00 (or the full fee upfront) and the dates are transferrable if we have rubbish weather and you need outdoor portraits. I can't wait to hear from you.