You’ve built a business you’re proud of, but does your online presence truly reflect your expertise?
Your small business deserves to be seen, trusted, and valued by your ideal clients – but if your visuals don’t match the quality of what you deliver, you’re probably feeling frustrated and stuck.
Maybe you've noticed:
If any of this resonates, hallo and welcome. You're in exactly the right place.
I'm Donna Green, a strategic brand photographer based in Edinburgh
I help small business owners across Scotland create visuals that authentically reflect their brand and genuinely connect with their ideal clients.
Why your visibility matters to me
Putting yourself out there online can feel incredibly daunting, I know, because I've experienced it myself.
Years ago, I accidentally published my first ever Facebook business page at 4.23 am. I’d been tweaking and overthinking it for months, paralysed by the fear of being seen before everything was “perfect”.
Waking up to comments, likes, and shares made me sweat spinal fluid, and I’ve never forgotten how terrifying that felt.
However. That moment taught me two things:
- Most people are far more supportive than we expect
- Hiding helps NOBODY - least of all your business
That’s why I do what I do now. Because so many brilliant, capable business owners are holding back, simply because they don’t feel confident in how they’re showing up.
My job is to change that, by helping you take control of your visual presence and communicate your value with clarity.
Possibly the most horrifying message I ever got after my Facebook page went live:
"Love it - have shared"!
More than just beautiful photos
This isn’t about snapping a few flattering pictures and hoping for the best. It’s about crafting a visual strategy that's as thoughtful, intentional, and effective as you are.
My job is to deeply understand your business, your audience, and your goals, so every photograph we take becomes a powerful communication tool, helping you attract more of the right clients and grow your business with confidence.
You won't have to worry about posing awkwardly, choosing locations, or knowing exactly what to wear. I guide you every step of the way, so you feel prepared, confident, and completely at ease.
How my approach is different
Unlike standard portrait photographers, I bring a strong strategic backbone to my photography, thanks to a professional background in marketing, communications and PR, IT, and trade union work.
I’ve spent years helping people clarify their message, solve complex problems, and feel more confident navigating the digital world.
These experiences, combined with a natural balance of analytical thinking and creative insight, mean I approach brand photography as both a business tool and an art form, always with your goals in mind.
Every shoot starts with a deep dive into your business. We'll clarify exactly what you need your images to achieve, who you want to reach, and how you want your business to be perceived.
From there, we design a shoot tailored specifically to your brand personality, values, and ambitions, creating images that don’t just look good but deliver real results.
"I had never thought about branding in detail until I started working with Donna. Her skills and experience helped me to consider the important details in achieving the images and branding I wanted.
I appreciated Donna’s supportive nature from the first time I met her during my introductory meeting. She was intuitive to my needs and offered considered suggestions based on my requirements. I felt relaxed and listened to.
I would say Donna’s ability to gain an accurate, in-depth understanding of her clients is her superpower. She invests so much of herself in making sure your vision is realised, be that your branding, image, or social media presence. From start to finish Donna keeps you at the forefront of the creative process. I’m looking forward to working with her again in the future."
What working together looks like
For you, this is about so much more than just having a photographer turn up and getting the job done. It’s about building a real working relationship, understanding what makes your business tick, and creating something that reflects you at your best.
We’ll take the time to get things right. That means proper planning, honest conversations, and a shared understanding of what success looks like, so when we step into the shoot, you feel calm, confident, and ready to show up as the expert you are.
You don’t need to know how to pose, what to wear, where to go to be photographed. You don’t need to have it all figured out - you just need a willingness to show up and a desire to represent your business with clarity and confidence. I’ll take care of the rest.
Choosing the right photographer makes a huge difference to how your images turn out, and how the process feels. Here's how to tell if we're likely a good match:
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Ready when you are
If you’re curious about how strategic brand photography can support your business goals, I’d love to hear more about what you do, who you serve, and where you’re headed next.
There’s no pressure, no hard sell, just a chance to explore whether we’re a good fit and how I might be able to help you.
Other important stuff!
Guns n' Roses: Appetite for Destruction - this filthy, nasty, and utterly foul 1987 piece of dynamite is my favourite album in the entire universe. They're my favourite band in the entire universe.
I LOVE GnR and I'm so glad I got to see them way back in '93. Best. Concert. Ever. Nothing can top these guys for me.
Still waiting for Axl's book, though ... Obviously I've read all the others! (Perhaps more than once ...)
I grew up a bookworm, a complete fictionaholic.
We didn’t have a TV for a few years, and by the time I left school I felt like I’d travelled the world, lived in many different eras, and was convinced that had I been Cathy, I could have made Heathcliff into Perfect Husband Material.
I played the pipes in competing pipe bands for a long time and even joined the Army Reserves as a piper. (Yep, that's me in the middle row.)
I’d tell you more, but what happens in the beer tent stays in the beer tent.
My favourite TV show EVER was “The Thick of It”.
If you’ve never heard of Malcolm Tucker, for pity’s sake don’t Google him if you’re at all faint-hearted.
I don't like chocolate very much. Some people are deeply suspicious of this.
However, I'd be quite happy to murder and pillage for Mackies honeycomb.
My favourite drink is 18 year old Glenmorangie.
I keep trying other types of whisky in the hope they'll match up, but sadly they don't.
The quest continues.
