Headshots that Elevate.
At Ember, two established headshot photographers work together on every session to create images that stand out. A high-end, supportive experience designed to help you feel confident in front of the camera. The result is a set of natural, versatile images ready for the industry.
5 Hand-Painted Backdrops
5 hand-painted backdrops, crafted in Europe and chosen with intention to give you range.
From Stone and Earth to Cloud, Sage, and Sky, each brings its own tone, depth, and subtle variation. Together, they create headshots that feels considered, and effortlessly versatile.
ESSENTIAL
No. 1
A focused session designed to capture you clearly and confidently.
✽ 1.5 hour session
✽ 3 edited images
✽ 2 Photographers
✽ Students £25 off
Includes 1 complimentary same-day edit (4 total)
£347
MOST POPULAR
No. 2
A balanced session with the time and space to explore range and create a versatile set of images. Ideal for most actors updating their portfolio.
✽ 2 hour session
✽ 5 edited images
✽ 2 Photographers
✽ Students £25 off
Includes 1 complimentary same-day edit (6 total)
£447
SIGNATURE
No. 3
A fully tailored session with extended time to explore nuance, depth, and multiple directions resulting in a complete, industry-ready portfolio of standout images.
✽ Hair + Make-Up Artist
✽ 4 hour session
✽ 10 edited images
✽ 2 Photographers
Includes 1 complimentary same-day edit (11 total)
£997
Meet the Team
At Ember, every session is designed with you at the centre: your experience, your confidence, and your results.
With over 20 years of combined experience taking headshots, Matt and Beth bring a calm, fun, collaborative energy to every shoot. We understand that headshots can feel daunting, which is why you’re never doing it alone. While one of us is behind the camera, the other is right there with you - guiding, supporting, and helping you feel completely at ease.
Our signature style is clean, authentic, and quietly striking - headshots that feel like you, on your very best day.
Working across five hand-painted backdrops, each session is thoughtfully tailored to bring out your range, giving you a portfolio that feels both cohesive and versatile. You’ll leave with a set of timeless, industry-ready images that place you exactly where you want to be.
Ready to step forward? Bookings are now open.
Matt Nalton
Co-founder // Photographer
Beth Clarence
Co-founder // Photographer
"My experience with Ember was just fantastic - the entire session felt so relaxed, both Matt and Beth are so kind and knowledgable, and the final results are stunning! From start to finish, you feel comfortable and supported, being guided through what might look best - and having two brilliant photographers means you’re getting a huge amount of expertise, and it really shows - the whole experience is incredibly polished and professional, but also - rare for a headshot experience - fun! Thank you Ember!"
Will Tudor
Agent: Hamilton Hodell
Credits: Game of Thrones / Wheel of Time / Wolf Hall
"The session with Ember felt so safe and supportive. Having two experts in the room is a real game changer. You could feel the collaboration working and I felt in the safest hands. 10/10 would book another session."
Jessica Aubrey
Agent: Collective
Credits: SIX / Wicked / Titanique
"The talent of Beth and Matt combined are unmatched. From the gorgeous intentional backdrops to the endless genuine support, to producing photos that you can only ever be proud of, Ember is every actor's dream!"
Muki Zubis
Agent: Identity
Credits: Shadow & Bone / This Is Going To Hurt / The Devils Hour
"I highly recommend Ember Studios. I felt very at ease and enjoyed my session throughout. The shots also came out beautifully and received a lot of positive feedback from my agent and fellow actors."
Zheng Xi Yong
Agent: Independant
Credits: Bridgerton / Barbie Movie / Bridget Jones
Get in touch
If you have any questions or would like to talk through a session, feel free to get in touch. We’re always happy to help.
