London lifestyle photographer Michael Heffernan shoots in the UK and worldwide for creative agencies, production companies and leading brands.

Small Beer brand photography

Low alcohol startup Small Beer was in need of a collection of lifestyle photographs to showcase a diverse group of friends in their thirties enjoying the product at home. We discovered a charming property in north London with ample space for capturing various scenes of the models savouring a selection of beers. Benefiting from the beautiful sunny weather, we also ventured outdoors into the garden.

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woman jumping in to freezing water in Antartica for cruise company Silversea

Lifestyle photography in Antartica for Silversea

Antarctica is an unparalleled location for a shoot so I was incredibly fortunate to join Silversea to shoot stills on the maiden voyage of the Silver Endeavour. Throughout the week long journey we navigated through icy waters capturing images of our models indulging in the luxurious surroundings of the ship. We also ventured out on expeditions to document the breathtaking landscapes and wildlife of this incredible destination.

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Cape Town for One Life campaign

One Life wealth management needed photography of people enjoying leisure pursuits. To illustrate the freedoms that come with good financial planning I was briefed to shoot a variety of fun activities in the wonderful city of Cape Town. Over three days, we captured nine scenarios in different locations across the city, featuring a cast of ten models.

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Hospitality photography for IHG

This shoot for International Hotel Group focused on highlighting the diverse range of hotels in the group. Working with a brief from creative agency Interbrand New York, We captured various lifestyle and business scenarios featuring a broad selection of models to represent the wide array of amenities offered by IHG.

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Chef speaks to guests in warmly lit restaurant

a group of men walk along the beach in rio de jainero

Boys mess around on the water in Zanzibar

Travel

From Bali to Brazil and Antartica to Alaska, my travels have taken me to some of the world’s most wonderful places for both commercial and editorial commissions.

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boys walk through a maze field on the way to school

Architects for RIBA

I had the opportunity to photograph an image bank of architects for RIBA, the Royal Institute of British Architects. Across four days I visited a variety of architectural firms, from small two-person studios to large corporations with hundreds of employees. A large number of images was captured for use across all of the institutes media requirements.

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three female architects meet in bright office space

Advertising shoot for Barlow Tyrie

This project was commissioned by the luxury furniture brand Barlow Tyrie. I handled photography, video direction, and drone footage to produce a collection of assets intended for various print and digital platforms.

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At sunset a group of smartly dressed people gather to have drinks in a garden

Holidays with Awaze

Villa Rentals company Awaze worked with me over a number years to shoot image banks for their annual advertising. From families to couples and LGBT travellers, we've had an incredible time capturing our models as they enjoy gorgeous villas, breathtaking scenery and delectable cuisine.

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two girls and their fathers have fun in a pool on holiday

smiling girl has fun underwater in a swimming pool

SIS sports photography

I was tasked with photographing athletes Sir Chris Hoy, Katrina Johnson Thompson, and Ian Boswell for Science In Sport. We set up a dramatic studio environment to capture dynamic shots of these top-tier athletes in motion.

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Blanco kitchen shoot

Luxury kitchen fixtures company Blanco were having a promo video shot and I was invited along to take stills. We shot with a range of models over two days using both a showroom setup and a real home kitchen.

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a couple stand in a kitchen using a hot tap to make tea

Photography for business

A collection of portrait and reportage photography taken for business clients including in the fields of finance, industry, architecture and property

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a group of seniors sit in retirement complex enjoying lunch

a senior woman has her hair combed by a care assistant

Retiring in style with Audley Group

A brand new retirement complex by Audley Group was the subject of this shoot. One the course of two days we shot models and real residents enjoying the luxurious surrounds of this new development

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two female seniors walk with exercise mats to the gym

Premium furniture shoot

This project was commissioned by the luxury furniture brand Barlow Tyrie. I handled photography, video direction, and drone footage to produce a collection of assets intended for various print and digital platforms.

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Middle aged couple enjoying a drink on patio

Reportage for Natural England

The individuals featured in these images were captured spontaneously, without any prior planning or styling. Commissioned by Natural England, I explored London's Lee Valley and Hampstead Heath, photographing people as I encountered them, immersed in the beauty of these city gems.

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a group of friends smile and play in a river

Healthcare photography in Cape Town

I’ve done a lot of healthcare shoots and this one for Hartmann was special. We spent ten days photographing scenarios to represent patients and healthcare professionals using the companie’s products. Shot in Cape Town, South Africa, we photographed over sixty models over a multitude of locations.

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Luxury holiday shoot in Italy

Premium coach travel through Tuscany, lake Como and Florence was the subject of this shoot. Leger welcomed me onboard for a delightful trip to document our models enjoying some of Italys highlights by road.

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group of seniors enjoying coffee on terrace of cafe in Florence

two architects work with documents on a display board

Portraits for Egger

This shoot highlights a collection of real-life case studies featuring architects and designers who incorporate the company's wood flooring products in their work.

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A group of well dressed young people drink in the low light of twlight

Madrid shoot for Bombay Sapphire

I photographed and directed video for luxury drinks label Bombay Sapphire in Madrid. The task was to capture various scenarios within a single day, and the most captivating backdrop happened to be the grounds of an ancient castle in this lovely spanish city. Throughout a hectic day, our crew of forty crew and models managed to execute seven setups and also captured dynamic footage.

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senior couple enjoying the sights of Barcelona

Cruising the Mediterranean

We embarked on two week-long voyages across the Mediterranean to capture the luxury lifestyle offered by Italian cruise company Costa Crociere. From onboard experiences to excursions to charming towns and picturesque beaches, we crafted an extensive image library designed for versatile use across various media platforms.

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Woodland Adventures

Over a number of years The Woodland Trust has commissioned me to regularly update their image library. The shoots centre around families and individuals enjoying the diverse scenery and amenities of woodlands around the UK.

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close up of drinks being prepared next to pool

Aegean cruise for Silversea

Exploring the Aegean aboard the Silver Moon, our week-long cruise focused primarily on capturing lifestyle images showcasing the exquisite culinary, beverage, and spa experiences offered by Silversea's luxury cruise ship.

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Two holiday makers jumping from back of boat

Miami for Princess Yachts

Princess Yachts set their sights on Miami for two lifestyle shoots featuring their newest models. Over the course of three days, we captured young couples and families enjoying the luxurious appeal of these stunning yachts.

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Product shoot for Slendertone

We photographed and recorded four short film clips for Slendertone across two days, using two different location houses in London. Eight models featured products from the Slendertone range.

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A young woman sits next to a pool in a meditating pose

A family enjoy a day out in the hills around Kingston Jamaica

Jamaica for Digicel

Telecoms provider Digicel commissioned me to shoot an above-the-line campaign and create a comprehensive image library in Jamaica over a two-week period. We photographed fifty-five models representing a diverse range of ethnicities to cater to all Digicel markets.

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Property image bank for Berkeley Homes

Property group Berkeley called on me to shoot polished lifestyle images and video for two of their new developments in Trent Park and Oval.

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