Your Photoshoot and Headshot specialists

  • ***** A truly confidence-boosting experience with an amazing team. Highly recommend

    Lucy Kingham

  • ***** Thank you again Casey, Lisa and James of Flat Frog Film Studio. You were warm, welcoming and highly professional, and the whole experience felt smooth and well-organised.

    Amy Laurence

  • ***** I was thrilled to be looked after by such a professional team. I had excellent value for money so the trip I made made the journey well worthwhile

    Amanda

“When you shoot with Portfolio Pro you get to keep all the images. There’s no small print, no hidden charges, you keep everything!”

Why you should choose to work with us

• Professional coaching during the shoot we guide you through posing, expression and movement so you feel confident in front of the camera

• Multiple editorial looks – we create a range of styles so your portfolio looks like real campaign and agency work

• Professional hair and makeup included helping you look your absolute best on the day

• Relaxed and supportive environment – perfect for first-time models who may feel nervous

• Experienced fashion photographers – over 20 years working with models, brands and agencies

• 100+ images from your shoot – giving you plenty of choice for your portfolio and social media

• Images that agencies want to see –clean, professional shots that showcase your natural look and potentiaL.

20 years of experience and a 5* customer rating

Our Team

James Russell

Photographer

James has more than 20 years experience, shooting for brands like FIFA, Epson, McLaren and Marc Jacobs and will give you great tips to make your pictures stand out

Casey Donne

Production manager

Casey is our production manager and loves chatting all things photoshoots. In your pre-production call, she will go over everything you need to know to get the most out of your shoot.

Makeup artist

Lisa Russell

Lisa is our amazing hair and make up artist. She has years of experience working with some of the biggest brands. Lisa will create stunning make up looks for you based on your brief, or offer her expertise if you need some guidance.


The studio is 5 minutes from a MET line station, plus we have ample car parking


Meet the Photographer

James Russell – Award-Winning Photographer
With over 20 years of professional experience, James Russell is an award-winning photographer and the creative force at Flat Frog Films Ltd. Renowned for his specialist expertise in jewellery and fashion photography, James has built an international reputation for crafting striking, detail-rich imagery that elevates both products and people.

His portfolio spans collaborations with some of the world’s most recognisable brands, including Epson, Marc Jacobs, Beaverbrooks, Moonpig, Costa Coffee, and FIFA. Whether shooting for global campaigns or developing model portfolios, James brings the same sharp eye, technical mastery, and creative vision to every project.

Trusted by household names and emerging talent alike, James’s work blends artistry with precision, ensuring each image not only tells a story but leaves a lasting impression..

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Contact us.

james@flatfrogstudio.com

01442 231220