I’m Martin Bamford, a professional photographer based in Cranleigh, in the Surrey Hills.
I create natural, confident portraits, personal branding photography and event photographs for people and businesses who want to make the right impression.
Whether you need a new headshot, photographs that tell the story of your business or someone to capture an important event, I’ll make sure you look your best without making the whole thing feel like hard work.
Comedian and presenter Jo Brand by Martin Bamford, photographed in April 2026
Professional headshots and creative portraits for business owners, actors, performers and anyone who needs photographs that make the right impression. Studio sessions in Cranleigh or on location.
Natural, documentary-style photography that captures the people, atmosphere and moments that matter. From corporate events and conferences to celebrations, performances and community occasions.
Photographs that show people what you do, who you are and why they should work with you. From personal branding portraits to useful collections of images for websites, social media and marketing.
Most people tell me they hate having their photograph taken. They worry about looking awkward, choosing the wrong expression or not recognising themselves in the finished images.
That’s where I come in.
I’ll help you feel comfortable, offer direction when you need it and create photographs that look natural rather than forced.
Before becoming a full-time photographer, I spent nearly two decades working in financial services, so I know how important it is to make the right impression.
These days, I use that experience to help people show up with confidence, whether they’re in front of my camera or organising an important event.
I’ve worked recently with organisations including the National Trust, Surrey Hills National Landscape, Royal Surrey Charity and Surrey Law Society, and my photographs have appeared in The Times and Financial Times.
But whether I’m photographing a well-known performer, a business owner or someone having their first professional portrait taken, I bring the same attention and care to every assignment.
Martin instantly put me at ease and captured images that feel natural, professional, and truly reflect who I am and the work I do. The whole experience was relaxed, thoughtful, and genuinely enjoyable.
Todays shoot with Martin was an absolutely lovely way to spend an afternoon! From start to finish it was super fun and creative and we hopefully produced some really cool shots. Pre shoot comms were great and Martin sent some ideas of what he wanted to capture. During the shoot we bounced ideas around and tried other shots which was really good fun. Martin has already sent over the proofs a few hours later and already there are so many amazing images to choose from! I couldn’t recommend Martin highly enough.
Thank you for taking such beautiful photos. You made me feel at ease and I’m so happy with the results.
Headshots are honestly the one thing I don’t like about being an actor! They’re so awkward and you don’t know what to do with your face. Lucky for me, I’ve met an amazing photographer who made me feel at ease and we got some great shots. Thanks Martin Bamford – you’re a superstar!
Martin visited our offices and set up his portable studio to photograph 17 members of our team across two sessions. He quickly put everyone at ease – even those who usually shy away from the camera – and captured excellent headshots. The edited images were turned around quickly and delivered in a range of formats, ready to use on our website. Highly recommended!
My studio is at Sundial House on Cranleigh High Street, in the heart of the Surrey Hills.
I work with clients throughout Surrey, including Guildford, Godalming, Dorking, Haslemere and Farnham, as well as neighbouring Sussex and Hampshire.
Ready for photographs you’ll actually want to use?
Tell me what you’ve got in mind, and I’ll help you work out the best way to capture it.
© 2026 · Martin Bamford Photography.