Professional Photography
Head Shots, Personal Branding, Social Media Content and Corporate Photography
Octopus can cover your photographic needs either as an accompaniment to your video project, or as a standalone service. We work with everyone from sole traders and small independent businesses through to established national and global brands, offering a flexible approach that scales to suit the size and scope of each project.
With over 20 years of industry experience, we take a practical, highly organised approach to every project, combining compelling imagery with a clear understanding of how photographs need to function across websites, marketing campaigns, social media and print.
If you’d like to discuss a potential project, we offer a free initial consultation to understand your objectives and develop a creative approach that translates your requirements into strong, effective visual content.
How we approach our photography projects in 3 steps
Planning
Successful photography begins with clear, thoughtful planning. We take time to understand your brand, objectives and how the images will be used, shaping a visual approach that supports your wider marketing goals. From developing shot lists and schedules to advising on locations, backgrounds and styling, every detail is carefully considered to ensure the shoot runs efficiently and delivers purposeful, on-brand imagery.
The Shoot
On the day, our focus is on creating high-quality imagery in a calm and organised environment. We use professional camera and lighting equipment on every assignment, whether capturing executive headshots, corporate events or personal brand content. Our friendly yet efficient approach helps people feel comfortable in front of the camera, allowing us to work smoothly and capture confident, natural images with minimal disruption.
Post Production
After the shoot, we carefully refine and prepare your images to ensure a consistent and polished finish. Through expert selection, colour grading and considered retouching, we create a cohesive set of photographs aligned with your brand. Final images are professionally formatted for web, marketing and print, giving you versatile, ready-to-use assets that make a strong and lasting impression.
Filming Services in Bristol and Bath
Frequently asked questions
Do you help with planning the shoot?
Yes. We work closely with you to understand your objectives and how the images will be used. We can advise on locations, backgrounds, styling and shot lists to ensure everything runs smoothly on the day.
What are your photography rates?
We’re highly flexible and work across a range of budgets to suit each client’s specific needs. Our minimum fee is £200, ideal for smaller projects such as a handful of professional headshots. Please get in touch for a tailored quote based on your requirements.
How quickly will we receive the images?
Turnaround times depend on the size of the project, but typically images are delivered within 3–7 working days. If you require a faster turnaround, please let us know in advance.
Do you retouch the images?
Yes. All selected images receive professional colour correction and light retouching to ensure a polished, natural finish.
Meet the team
Cathy. Senior Location Director
Listening to someone’s story and telling it on screen has always been a privilege in my career. Having directed many presenters, I love empowering people to talk to camera, even with little to no experience and making their films or adverts look great with this wonderfully creative team.
It was an absolute pleasure working with Octopus Films. The educational videos they produced for us presented a unique set of challenges, but their professionalism, flexibility, and ability to solve problems creatively, meant I always knew that we were in safe hands.
Liam Axe
Company Founder, Puzzle Box Productions