Experience

Kirsty Thompson is photographer with a wealth of professional experience due to long standing career specialising in editorial, event and portrait photography. With a calm, collaborative approach and a sharp eye for detail, she captures honest moments and creates beautifully composed images that feel natural, confident and story-led. Kirsty works with brands, organisations and individuals across a wide range of briefs, delivering photography that looks great in print, online and on social.

  • Every shoot starts with one thing: understanding what the images need to do.

    • We talk through the brief (and where the images will be used — web, press, social, print).

    • I plan the shoot so it runs smoothly and you’re not making decisions on the day.

    • On the shoot, I work calmly and collaboratively — friendly, efficient, and low-fuss.

    • Editing is a light touch: consistent, clean, and true to the moment.

    In short: you’ll feel looked after, and your images will look the part.

    • A professional, organised approach (with a human tone — promise)

    • Discreet shooting when it matters, confident direction when it’s needed

    • A curated gallery with strong variety: hero shots, details, candids, and context

    • Images delivered ready to use across your website, press, and socials

  • I work with brands, organisations, publications and individuals — from small teams to established names — and I’m just as happy in a busy event environment as I am on a quiet portrait shoot.

    If you’re not sure what you need yet, that’s fine too. A quick chat usually makes it clear fast.

“Kirsty Thompson has been an incredible photographer and valued partner of the Inspiring Women Awards for over 10 years. She consistently captures the energy, emotion and magic of our events with professionalism and creativity. Kirsty has a unique talent for making every finalist feel confident and celebrated, and her images beautifully tell the story of the day. We are proud to work with her and grateful for the professionalism and creativity she brings year after year.”

— Jacqueline Hughes-Lundy, Founder: Inspiring Women Awards.