Featured on the BBC: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8jg1jd3knvo
Actor Spotlight - Rising Star in Masters of the Universe (2026)
Portrait of a Future Star | Headshot Session, London Studio
Overview
This portrait was created as part of a one-to-one studio session with a rising actor who will appear in the upcoming Masters of the Universe film, set to release in 2026. The image was recently featured in an article on the BBC News website, credited directly on the published photo.
What began as a creative connection a few months prior - when I won a photography competition hosted by Fujifilm UK and UK Shooters - naturally led to this collaboration. He was part of a cinematic group shot I captured during that event, and we’ve stayed in touch since.
The Session
We wanted to create powerful, cinematic headshots that would feel both timeless and impactful - something that reflected the gravity of the role he had landed and his momentum as an actor. The session took place in a private studio space in London, with a minimal setup: just the two of us.
I used precise, moody lighting to shape the face and give the images a dramatic edge, leaning into the kind of visual narrative you’d expect from movie stills rather than traditional headshots. The result was a set of portraits that balanced professionalism with presence - bold, clean, and full of character.
Impact
One of the hero images from this shoot was picked up for a feature on the BBC News site, giving him a huge spotlight ahead of the official film release. Seeing the image live - credited and in context - felt like a real career milestone for both of us.
Behind the Lens
Sometimes the most meaningful shoots are built on trust and shared history. This was just me, the actor, and a goal to create something strong. From winning a Fujifilm competition to seeing my work on the BBC, this session represents the kind of storytelling and visual connection I aim for in every portrait.
