# Jo Hanley Photography

Jo Hanley is an editorial, corporate and commercial photographer based in Edinburgh, producing narrative and portrait photography for clients across the UK and internationally. The business specialises in creating authentic, compelling imagery for advertising agencies, publications, and major brands—work that demands both technical precision and genuine human connection.

The photographer serves a sophisticated client base including global brands, public bodies, and leading international publications such as the Wall Street Journal. Their portfolio demonstrates extensive experience across lifestyle campaigns for premium brands like Apple and Diageo, corporate portraiture for key leaders, and editorial assignments requiring narrative depth.

What distinguishes Jo Hanley's approach is a philosophy rooted in understanding *when* to direct and when to wait—recognising that commercial narrative photography requires patience alongside precision. This experience-driven methodology produces work that feels natural rather than forced, capturing authentic moments within carefully constructed contexts. The breadth of commissions—from whisky distillery lifestyle shoots to studio-based advertising campaigns—reveals versatility across diverse briefs whilst maintaining consistent visual quality.

The business bridges the gap between commercial accessibility and editorial credibility, delivering campaigns that serve both brand objectives and publication standards. Work spans studio-based key art through to location-based environmental portraiture, demonstrating technical competency across lighting, composition, and direction. This combination of established client relationships, published editorial work, and premium commercial experience positions Jo Hanley as a photographer who understands the demands of professional commissioning.