Michelle Dulieu Photography

Michelle Dulieu Photography Getting you and your Brand in focus. An Essex based photographer, specialising in Brand and Headshot photography.

I am all about getting you comfortable in front of the camera, creating engaging actor and business headshots, alongside Brand imagery.

🎬 Robbie is heading into his final year at performing arts college, and came to me for his first set of headshots✨ Here ...
25/08/2026

🎬 Robbie is heading into his final year at performing arts college, and came to me for his first set of headshots

✨ Here are a few from his chosen selection

📸 For my actor headshot shoots I always recommend a range of outfits, and we work on creating variety that will work well for you going forwards

📸 I saw a post on LinkedIn recently about the side of photography that people don’t see. It made me laugh; it’s somethi...
18/08/2026

📸 I saw a post on LinkedIn recently about the side of photography that people don’t see. It made me laugh; it’s something I’ve talked about with other photographers

✨ The prepping and sorting of kit. It’s something I don’t mind (some hate it), but it can play with your mind when you are moving between different shoot types, and the panic in the car of did I put the right lens, tripod, batteries, etc in. I’ve stopped many a time ½ a mile up the road to check I haven’t left batteries in the charger

📸 For every shoot, we are prepping kit – cleaning, charging, sorting memory cards, getting out the right lenses, tripod if needed, different light modifiers, making sure we have all of the necessary kit for the job. When we get home we do it in reverse, upload and backup images, and start again

🧳 So, the thing that resonated and made me laugh was that they aligned it to going on holiday every other day, packing, coming home, emptying, washing, and packing to go away again straight away. It is so like that, although not quite as stressful as we should know what we need to take for each shoot type

😎 I hope you’ve all had a lovely summer – something for you to think about if you are packing to go away !

✨ Here’s my headshot kit ready to go in the bag (minus the backdrop(s))

Anyone resonate ?

✨A lovely review from a recent actor headshot client - I created a lovely range of actor headshot images for her young d...
16/08/2026

✨A lovely review from a recent actor headshot client - I created a lovely range of actor headshot images for her young daughter

✨My daughter had some professional style headshots done by Michelle. Michelle was very warm and welcoming putting us both at ease throughout the shoot. The result was a fabulous range of beautiful photos - we couldn’t be happier - highly recommend !✨

📸 We created variety throughout the shoot, both in look and with adjustment of backgrounds and lighting - creating a lovely set of images that can be used in a variety of scenarios, depending on the type of role they are putting themselves forward for.

📸 Parents can have several concerns when scheduling an actor headshot session for their child ✨ Will they feel comfortab...
30/05/2026

📸 Parents can have several concerns when scheduling an actor headshot session for their child

✨ Will they feel comfortable?
✨ Will the photos look like them?
✨ Will they get enough variety?
✨ Will the images help them get seen?

🤔 There’s a lot to think about – they want to ensure they are getting images that will work for their child in casting – not just a nice portrait

☎️ It’s important for me to have a call with parents before booking a shoot – I can explain how I work, and answer any nagging concerns - and if they have an agent we can discuss what they are looking for

✨ My headshot shoots are unrushed – we have time to change clothing and hair styling, background and lighting – creating range

📸 The best headshots happen when young performers relax, settle in, and start to feel comfortable being themselves. That’s why my sessions are calm and friendly – there is plenty of time to warm up. I shoot tethered to a laptop so you can see how things are going as we shoot

✨ There is no rush to force the “perfect” shot in the first few minutes. We get the best shots when people are settled in and start enjoying the shoot

🎬 My goal is natural, engaging headshots that feel like them, while creating a range of images that gives them flexibility for different roles and casting opportunities

If you want to find out more about how I work just drop me a message

This is Lacey, who came to me for a shared shoot with her brother

✨ With half term here and lots of performers finishing exams and getting ready to leave college/drama school, it’s that ...
23/05/2026

✨ With half term here and lots of performers finishing exams and getting ready to leave college/drama school, it’s that weird in-between stage where you can properly relax before focusing on what’s next

✨ This time after training is exciting - so take a moment to enjoy it. You’re starting fresh, meeting new people, figuring out your casting, and heading into more auditions

🎬 There’s a lot to think about and getting a strong set of headshots is a good place to start, even though it can feel a bit daunting when you want to get it right

👩 Your headshot is usually the first thing casting directors and agents see before they meet you, so you want images that feel engaging, natural, and authentic

Not overly stiff
Not over-edited
Not trying to look like someone else

You want to show personality, presence, and a bit of range, while still feeling like you. The kind of images that make someone stop scrolling and think about where you might fit

📸 If you’re unsure about finding the right photographer, do your homework, look for a headshot specialist who understands casting, can draw out your range, and has a body of work that aligns with what you’re looking for

✨ I always recommend having a call before booking. I do this with everyone; it helps me make sure I’m the right photographer for you, and that you feel confident in the process

🔆 It looks like we’re about to have a stunning week weather-wise, so hopefully you get some time to properly switch off and enjoy it 😎

✨ I’m here if you need me - just drop me a message if you’d like to schedule a chat

05/05/2026

✨ A behind the scenes of how I ensure colours look correct in the final images delivered to the client ✨

📸 On the shoot I take a photo of my ColorChecker Passport – before we start and with the client at the start of the shoot

🖥 Before editing begins I calibrate my monitor – this is the screen changing colour in the video

🌈 I then use the image shot of the ColorChecker to ensure white balance and colours are accurate, and adjust as necessary

✨ Ensuring colour accuracy every time✨

This is one of the reasons if you order prints from an uncalibrated computer, the images may come back with a slightly different colour tone - print companies calibrate their monitors and printers.

✨ Don’t think of Brand shoots as just photographs of yourself – they can cover a lot more than that!📸 Images with you an...
21/04/2026

✨ Don’t think of Brand shoots as just photographs of yourself – they can cover a lot more than that!

📸 Images with you and your team in are essential, and depending on your business they may make up the majority of a shoot, … but they’re just one piece of the puzzle

A thoughtful brand shoot helps tell a fuller story about your business

It’s about showing:
→ what you do
→ what you offer
→ what it feels like to work with you

That might include:
• Product photography
• Your workspace or location
• Food or service-based imagery
• Behind-the-scenes moments

We can shoot in a way that suits your brand:
→ Clean backdrops
→ Your own space
→ On location
→ Or a mix of everything

Because every business is different
your images should reflect that

🗒 This is where I can support you
- I help plan and curate shoots around your business
- so everything feels aligned and intentional

🖥 You’ll come away with a bank of images you can use across:
→ your website
→ social media
→ marketing

And yes… we’ll still capture great images of you too

📸 If you’ve been thinking about updating your visuals,
this could be a really valuable next step

✨ Feel free to DM me “BRAND” if you’d like to chat it through ✨

13/04/2026

📸 Behind the scenes - packing down from a recent headshot shoot

✨ The shoot might be over but the work doesn't stop. Packing down, and readying the kit for a shoot on location

✨ I shoot the same high quality headshots - whether you come to me or I bring my studio to you

10/04/2026

🎬 Actors – are you showing your range?

Your headshots aren’t just about looking like you… they’re about showing where you fit 🎭

✨cCasting directors are often making fast decisions. They’re not just asking “are they talented?” they’re asking: can I see this person in this role?

That’s where range in your headshots becomes powerful.

If all your images feel the same, you’re giving one answer. But if you show variety, you’re opening multiple doors.

For example:
- A warm, approachable shot - the best friend, teacher, relatability
- A sharper, more intense look - the detective, antagonist, high-stakes drama
- A quirky or offbeat expression - character roles, comedy

Each image acts as a visual shortcut for casting. It helps them instantly place you in different worlds without having to guess.

🎭 For my Actor headshot shoots I always recommend a variety of looks that we can adjust throughout the shoot – creating images that represent the type of role you want to appeal for.

✨ Your headshots are doing the pitching for you - make sure they’re telling more than one story ✨

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