Story-Led Brand Video & Photography for Creative Businesses

Capturing people and the stories behind what they do, based in Essex and working across the UK.

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A cluttered desk with fabric swatches, paint cans, color samples, decorative stones, and various design tools for interior decorating or upholstery.

A wooden workbench with a leather shoemaker's tool kit, including scissors and a shoehorn, in a cobbler's workshop.

Blurred woman walking in a modern kitchen with wooden cabinets and open shelves filled with ceramic and wooden decor items.

A smiling woman with tattoos wearing an apron, standing in a kitchen with shelves of pottery and mugs behind her.

A person's hand reaching into a kiln filled with colorful ceramic cups.

A collection of fabric samples, color swatches, and design materials on a table, along with architectural plans and color charts.

A woman with blonde hair resting her head on her arm on a white sofa in a bright room near a window with green trees outside.

Several pairs of leather ankle boots in black, brown, and maroon colors displayed on a shelf near a window.

I love working with creative businesses, makers and independent brands who care about their craft, values and story. Whether you sell products, offer services or tell stories through your work, the right visual content helps your audience see into your brand, understand what drives you and connect with you on a deeper level.

A woman arranging tile samples on a table with various tile designs, colors, and textures displayed on the wall behind her in a tile showroom.

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Black background with white text displaying 'M&S' in the center.

Collage of various photographs including people, nature, and city scenes, with the text "Rankin's 2020" and the subtitle "Photographs of a year like no other."

Close-up of a hand holding a lighter, with a burning piece of charcoal or wood. Smoke is rising from the fire.

Why Brand Video + Photography Matters

Brand video and photography aren’t just visuals - they’re tools for connection.

Brand video helps your audience experience your story in motion, showing real people, real moments and what makes you unique.
Brand photography captures the moments and details that reinforce your brand message across websites and social platforms.
Together, they build trust, strengthen your online presence and elevate how people perceive your business.

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Ways We Can Work Together

Close-up of jewelry, including a silver necklace with a blue gemstone pendant, a gold ring, and other pieces, on a wooden jewelry tray.

Cinematic brand video that tells your story in motion. From short, social-ready clips to longer-form website films, each piece is created to feel calm, intentional and rooted in storytelling.

Brand Video

A woman working on jewelry at a jewelry workbench with tools, stones, and jewelry pieces.

Story-led brand photography capturing people, details and atmosphere - creating imagery that feels intentional and true to your brand.

Portraits

Portraits for founders and creatives that reflect presence, personality and the human side of your brand.

A curated library of natural, story-led stock imagery available for brands looking for thoughtful visuals with flexibility and ease.

Stock Imagery

Close-up of a brown leather shoe with beige laces.

Thoughtful guidance on how to shape and use brand video and photography - helping you plan visual content that feels aligned, intentional and consistent across your platforms.

My Approach.

I work in a calm, collaborative and story-led way - focusing on the moments that matter.

After an initial consultation, we define what your brand story is and how best to capture it in film and photography. On shoot days, I film and photograph in natural light to create imagery that feels intentional, cinematic and true to who you are.

The final content is tailored to your brand - ready to use across your website, marketing and social media.

We begin with a relaxed conversation to talk through your business, your story and what you want your visual content to communicate.
This is a chance to understand how brand video and photography can best support your goals, whether that’s for your website, social media or a wider campaign.
From here, we shape a simple plan that feels aligned, thoughtful and true to your brand.
I work in a calm, unobtrusive way - capturing real moments as they unfold. Whether we’re filming in your workspace, studio or on location, the focus is on people, movement and the details that bring your brand to life.
You don’t need to perform or know what to do - I’ll gently guide where needed, allowing everything to feel natural and unforced.
After the shoot, your content is carefully edited to reflect the tone, pace and feeling of your brand. This includes thoughtful sequencing, licensed music and sound, and considered final finish.
Your completed brand video and/or photography will be delivered ready to use across your website, social media and marketing - helping you share your story with confidence.

How It Works

A woman with curly hair smiling and holding a beaded bracelet with a tassel.

Display board showcasing various fabric and carpet samples, swatches pinned with decorative pins, with a photo of a room interior in the background.

A woman with dark hair, wearing a white shirt and blue jeans, sitting on a wooden stool with one foot on the ground and the other foot tattooed, against a plain wall and wooden floor, with her hand on her forehead, looking at the camera.

Two glass tumblers with floral engravings and two round wooden coasters with the text 'OLIVETREEHOME in small font and a small branch illustration, all placed on a white surface.

Close-up of purple and black plums growing on a tree branch, surrounded by green leaves with a cloudy sky in the background.

Several white and beige ceramic coffee mugs with vertical ridges on a wooden surface against a white brick wall.

A woman with long dark hair wearing a black suit and white top sitting on a brown armchair in a living room with wooden floors, a white rug, a standing lamp, a black fireplace, and modern artwork on the wall.

Cozy bedroom with patterned wallpaper, a decorative ceramic snail, a pendant light, a small potted plant in a recessed wall shelf, and a wooden table with candles.

A young man with dark curly hair and a mustache, wearing a white sweater and a blue jacket, stands in front of a dark, modern exterior wall. There are blurred streaks of light across the image, possibly from passing cars.

A woman with short red hair sitting on a wooden bench near a window with white curtains. She is wearing a sleeveless blue top, beige wide-leg pants, and black high-heeled sandals. Beside her on the bench is a black handbag.

A metal citrus juicer with juice in it, placed on a wooden table, with a person’s hands squeezing lemons in the background.

A woman in a black and white checkered dress sitting at a wooden table, reading a book, with a large potted plant behind her in a well-lit, modern room.

A person arranging ceramic mugs on a shelf inside a kiln. The mugs have a ribbed texture and come in neutral colors. The kiln has a brick interior.

A pair of hands and forearms, one with multiple rings and bracelets, are intertwined against a plain neutral background.

A marble table with a black teapot, two small teacups filled with tea, a floral arrangement, and a striped rug in the background.

Person reading a colorful illustrated book at a wooden table with art supplies, including markers, water glasses, and a paintbrush.

An art setup with a black wall-mounted lamp above a shelf displaying painted palettes, notebooks, and sketchbooks, with colorful artwork and prints taped to the white wall below.

A woman smiling at the camera, leaning on a staircase railing, with a concrete wall background.

A person working on jewelry craftsmanship at a wooden workbench with tools, stones, and jewelry components.

A woman with wavy hair sitting on the floor near a large window, resting her arms on a sofa in a bright room, standing on a rug.

Person in a green shirt and brown apron stacking textured ceramic cups with ridges and speckled glaze

A person reaching for a handmade ceramic mug from a shelf filled with similar mugs inside a kiln or pottery studio.

Two clear glasses with botanical patterns and two wooden coasters with the text 'OLIVETREEHOME CANDLE HOUSE' stamped on them, casting shadows on a white surface.

Storytelling Brand Video & Photography Packages

Brand video packages start from £595, with bespoke options available depending on your needs. Whether you want social-ready clips, website films, or photography that tells your story, I can help you create visual content that feels thoughtful and engaging.

Interior view of a church or cathedral, focusing on a stained glass window depicting a large tree with colorful leaves, surrounded by stone arches and wooden ceiling.

Black and white photo of a woman with long wavy hair laughing with her eyes closed, standing against a plain background.

Brand video is a way of telling your story in motion - capturing the people, process and feeling behind what you do.
Yes - brand video and photography packages can be combined to provide you with cohesive visual content.
My approach is rooted in storytelling and a cinematic way of seeing. I focus on real moments, natural movement and thoughtful details, creating brand films and photography that feels considered, human and emotionally engaging.
I’m based in Essex and work with brands across the UK.
Not at all. Many clients come to me with a general idea rather than a clear plan. We start with a relaxed conversation to explore your brand, your story and what you want your visual content to communicate.
Brand visual content is often captured in your own space - whether that’s a studio, workshop, home workspace or location connected to your work. Location is always guided by what best reflects your brand.
Yes. You don’t need to be a large or established brand to invest in storytelling. Brand video and photography can be especially powerful for small businesses wanting to show who they are and build trust early on.
That’s completely okay. An initial conversation is simply a chance to explore whether brand video or photography feels like the right next step for your business - with no pressure or obligation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact.

If you are considering brand video or photography for your business and would like to explore whether we’re a good fit, I’d love to hear more about what you are working on.

What You can get in touch using the contact form for (button below), or email me directly - whichever feels easiest.

Email: leannehannaphotographyandfilms@hotmail.com