What exactly are ‘formal photos’? Towards the middle of the 19th Century, when photography was still fairly new and the photographers only had Large Format cameras to work with (the large beautiful looking ones you only see in museums these days) that used glass plates -before film existed – and a heavy tripod to operate; … Read More
A time to reflect on all the Christmas photography shoots….. Over the years as a photographer in London, I have taken so many wonderful photos at this magical time of year. As we reach the end of 2025, 20 years of being in business for me, I thought it would be a great chance to … Read More
London Headshot Photography One of the things I often see when looking at a company website or presence on social media, is a lack of consistency and professionalism in their staff images. There is something really impressive about a company who has a really clean and professional ‘About Us’ section on their website, with flattering … Read More
What’s it like to be a……A Fundraising Consultant? I first met Sarah in May 2021, when she hired me to shoot some personal branding images for her. We got on so well, and had lots to share, regarding our lockdown experiences as self employed freelancers. This was probably one of my first shoots after lockdown … Read More
Find out all about this beautiful venue, behind Oxford Circus, with a colourful history… I first worked for No.11 Cavendish Square when I was kindly introduced to the venue by Matthew Tolchard, who I met when I shot for The Red Carnation Hotel Group. He went on to head up Commercial Activities for The Kings … Read More
What’s it like to be a……..Registrar at Lambeth Town Hall? I first met Rebecca on the London swing dance circuit, where we both regularly bump into each other at social events. When I found out she was a registrar I was very excited and had many questions. I have ‘met’ probably 200+ registrars when shooting … Read More
Aures London – Venue Showcase I first met one of the founders of Aures London, Robyn Collins (below left), when she was working at Floridita, for D&D London (which is now 100 Wardour Street. We got on well and she kept my details to hand when she left, so I was delighted when she got … Read More
What’s it like to be….. A Managing Director for the luxurious, customer focussed, Red Carnation (Hotel) Collection? Malcolm Hendry has always been someone I’ve said hello to on my various shoot at The Rubens Hotel, part of the Red Carnation Collection. Always cheerful and friendly, it was a delight to interview him for my blog … Read More
What’s it like to…….Work at Six Senses Hotel in Vietnam….and now……Viceroy Bali…. I first met Patrick at The Jumeriah Carlton Tower… ……where I was hired to photograph a new cocktail launch. Honestly, I don’t have the clearest memory of that day as Patrick kept encouraging my assistant and I to sample the drinks! Patrick subsequently … Read More
What it’s like to be……..The Vice President of Commercial at The Red Carnation Collection? I first met Suzie when I was hired to capture images for Bbar – the adjoining bar to The Rubens Hotel, part of the Red Carnation Collection, just over 12 years ago. I had a big task ahead of me as … Read More
Some fun facts about me and my work I shot The late Queen for The London Fire Brigade (who I did over 30 photoshoots for) – https://susannahfields.co.uk/project/hrh-the-queen-prince-philip-official-opening-of-the-new-london-fire-brigade-hq/ I’ve been inside Buckingham Palace on shoots – 3 times – one was to do an exclusive piece on the hospitality staff who work there – it … Read More