BT, Inclusivity Imagery
We were commissioned by Able2 – BT’s Disability People Network – to take a series of environmental images that better reflect employees of all abilities utilising the space of their new headquarters based in London – One Braham. I reflect on the care and responsibility woven into the buildings design. Words, Rachel Byrne
Personal Branding
Our Personal Branding and E-commerce photography is a creative collaboration between our skilled team and yours; achieving a final collection of images that embody your brand, product and ethos. Here, we look at our recent project, shooting a collection of lookbook images for V fashion Co. AW/21 Collection.
Enoch Adeyemi
In 2016, accountant Enoch Adeyemi founded what has now become Black Professionals Scotland – a platform that provides networking opportunities and professional support to black professionals, making it easier to break into and advance in their careers. In 2020, courtesy of the Black Lives Matter movement, George Floyd’s killing and COVID, his organisation grew exponentially. Adeyemi talks adapting to his organisations growth, and the beauty of creating businesses that solve problems.
Self Education
In the crowded working world, we often spend time with people, and in environments that we wouldn’t normally choose to. The musing of a quote that’s over a century old could pose a remedy to this challenge; as it looks at the importance of becoming more influential in our own lives. Words, Rachel Byrne.
Harriet MacMasters-Green
In an interview that felt like a guided meditation, actor and yoga teacher HARRIET MACMASTERS-GREEN explains how to use mindfulness to tackle our brains – often overwhelming abundance of thoughts. As well as explaining the importance of accepting our dark side, and the advice she’d give to her sixteen-year-old self.
The Avoidance of Failure
I explore the trite, yet eternally relevant topic of ‘the avoidance of failure’, reflecting on my own experience, as well as the latent dangers present in making decisions that are led by fear of failure – both those conscious and unconscious. Words, Rachel Byrne.
Marc Addison
We speak to hydrogeologist MARC ADDISON who reveals the increasing dependency of groundwater of our ever-growing human population. He explains why it is set to take place as the commodity of the future and proffers valuable life advice for those uncertain of their next step. Words, Rachel Byrne.
Competition is Collaboration
Exploring the idea that competition is a form of collaboration. Who you choose to compete with is important, as it is considerably influential to the rate at which you grow, and central to a richer development. Words, Rachel Byrne.
Andy McGrath, Rouleur Magazine.
London native and editor at ROULEUR magazine, ANDY McGRATH, took some moments to converse with LAPORTRA, detailing his career beginnings with The Daily Peloton, to his obsession with making every issue of Rouleur perfect. Discover below his thoughts on the importance of truthful journalism in the present culture of fake news. Words, Rachel Byrne
The Prevalence of Bad Portraiture
Not all portrait studios are created equally; I observe the differences between poor and skilled portrait photography; educating you on how to discern between both and avoid paying for the bad. Words, Rachel Byrne.
Alexandra Shrinivas
Classical musician and soprano Alexandra Shrinivas boasts a repertoire of violin, clarinet and piano in her musical arsenal. Here, she ponders the art of appreciating where we are at every stage of our career and the unforeseen perils of perfecting one’s vocal technique. Words, Rachel Byrne.
The New First Impression
More often we are being introduced to each other online rather than in-person; I look at how this affects first impressions, and explore why the professional portrait is a potentially powerful tool in light of this new digital age of online introductions. Words, Rachel Byrne
Jasper Smallenbroek
Born in Holland and grown up around the world, on account of his father’s diplomatic vocation, Jasper has lived South Africa, Kenya, Brazil, Thailand, before going on to study and settle in Scotland. In this short fire Q&A, I learn about Shadowbreak International—the company he has co-founded, and his views on perspective—a gift his early peripatetic life has blessed him.
COVID Update
Following government guidelines, our studio is now closed until further notice. Let’s reflect on the time this affords us, and how we might hope to embrace it as a chance to regroup, adapt and grow.
Ross Greer
A member of the Scottish green party at 16, and the youngest ever MSP at 21— at 25 he’s still fighting. Here he explains how gender, climate change and poverty are all interrelated, and why recycling is not at the top of his agenda.
Yingying Li
Born in Shanghai, and having moved to Geneva at 13 years old, YINGYING LI has three languages under her belt, alongside an undergraduate degree in environmental engineering. Currently completing a masters in ecotourism, she drops by with her dog LOUP (pronounced Loo—French for wolf) to enlighten me on conscious traveling & why she didn’t feel at ease living in one of the world’s most beautiful countries.
Paul Byrne
The face behind our portraits- Paul, a chartered accountant based in Glasgow. In this short Q&A we catch a glimpse into his working world.
Daniel Dewolfe
Rich in language and deep in thought, I sit down with artist Daniel DeWolfe to discuss his creative process, the beauty of living a simple life and the importance of practicing caution when using social media.