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About Martin Bamford

Hi, I'm Martin, a portrait, event and brand photographer in Cranleigh, working with individuals and small businesses across the Surrey Hills. I've taken photos for more than 25 years, and became a full-time photographer following a successful career as a Chartered Financial Planner.

Why Choosing the Right Photographer Matters: A Reflection on Style

Why Choosing the Right Photographer Matters: A Reflection on Style

Dec 9, 2024

During a recent portrait session, a client shared something that stuck with me. As we wrapped up, she admitted she...

Capturing and Editing Eyes in Portrait Photography

Capturing and Editing Eyes in Portrait Photography

Dec 6, 2024

The saying goes, “The eyes are the window to the soul,”. In portrait photography, this couldn’t be more true. The...

What Happens After the Photo Shoot: How It Works

What Happens After the Photo Shoot: How It Works

Dec 4, 2024

A photoshoot is one of those great experiences that smells of creative energy and the thrill of beautiful moments being...

Personal Portraits: Beyond Social Media Selfies

Personal Portraits: Beyond Social Media Selfies

Dec 2, 2024

In a day and age when selfies fill up, social media feeds and cameras in the form of smartphones are...

How Professional Event Photography Can Help Market Your Next Big Event

How Professional Event Photography Can Help Market Your Next Big Event

Nov 29, 2024

Big events require extensive planning, which consumes time, energy, and resources. Hours are spent on ensuring the smooth running of...

Stock Photos vs. Personal Branding Photography: What’s Right for Your Business?

Stock Photos vs. Personal Branding Photography: What’s Right for Your Business?

Nov 27, 2024

When building a business, visuals play a vital role in shaping your brand identity. From websites to social media, the...

5 Reasons Why Professional Portraits Boost Your Confidence

5 Reasons Why Professional Portraits Boost Your Confidence

Nov 25, 2024

When was the last time you saw a photo of yourself and genuinely felt proud of what you saw? For...

Why Personal Branding Photos Are Essential for Entrepreneurs

Why Personal Branding Photos Are Essential for Entrepreneurs

Nov 22, 2024

I spent twenty years working as a Chartered Financial Planner, running our family business, before becoming a professional photographer. And...

Why Milestone Portraits Are the Perfect Gift for Yourself

Why Milestone Portraits Are the Perfect Gift for Yourself

Nov 20, 2024

Life is full of milestones—moments that mark growth, change, and achievement. Too often, we rush past these events, barely taking...

Why Hiring a Professional Photographer is a Smart Investment

Why Hiring a Professional Photographer is a Smart Investment

Nov 18, 2024

I know; we all have smartphones and can take quick snapshots. In many cases, someone’s niece or nephew has got...

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  • I’d stumbled across Martin somehow on instagram, I was immediately struck by some of his portraits of a female actor. I loved the way he had used the light in her portraits which created mood and drama.

    Martin is an exceptional photographer and a really lovely person. He puts you immediately at ease and his calm nature and positive outlook immediately help you to relax in front of the camera. He had really listened to the brief I had given and provided advice on compositions to capture the look I really wanted.

    The images have come out even better than I would have imagined and you can really observe how relaxed he made me feel in every shot. The photography is both a keepsake and something I can share to promote my business, I can’t thank him enough.

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