Professional photography at Simon Says Studio

Photography

Photography with direction, precision and identity, created for brands and projects that demand a distinctive visual presence.

Photography with visual direction and identity

At Simon Says Studio, photography is treated as a positioning tool.

It does not simply show. It shapes perception, value and identity.

We create images with intent, technical rigour and a contemporary visual language, aligned with demanding brands, products and projects.

Fashion portrait in the studio: two models back to back, he in a red sweatshirt and she in a white jacket, both with black and white collar scarves, against a grey background
Conceptual portrait of a chef in a white jacket with face and uniform spattered in red, against an intense pink background
Product photography: a bottle of hibiscus kombucha on a miniature wooden pallet, with a hibiscus flower, a bowl of dried petals and a poured glass, against a pink background
Product photography seen from above: a bottle of Moscatel de Setúbal Palmela on a pale surface, flanked by walnuts and two glasses, with long shadows
Food photography seen from above: a marble table with carpaccio, nigiri, oysters and a fusion taco, with two people helping themselves with chopsticks
A bottle of Palmela red wine with a personalised label being written by hand, on hessian in a wooden tray, with scissors and twine alongside

Strategy and creative direction

Before we shoot, we set the framing of the project.

We study the product, the brand and the context in which the images will be used.

Creative direction ensures coherence, consistency and alignment with the client's objectives, from the concept through to the final image.

Types of photography and production

We run shoots in the studio, in real-world settings or at the client's premises.

The space allows a high degree of control over light, composition, set and atmosphere.

Main areas:

  • Product photography
  • Food and food styling
  • Portrait and editorial
  • Fashion
  • Brand communications

We cover a range of approaches: close-ups, technical compositions, lifestyle and conceptual photography.

A post-production triptych on a dark background: a wine decanter on wood, a portrait lit from the side, and a Quinta do Piloto bottle in a gift box

Post-production and image treatment

The final image is the result of a rigorous process.

We edit, retouch and adjust every detail with precision.

This includes:

  • Colour treatment
  • Professional retouching
  • Preparation for web, print and campaigns
  • Optimisation for different channels and formats

The aim is to guarantee quality, consistency and versatility across every use.

Studio with a white cyclorama set up, a softbox on a stand and boom-mounted overhead lighting, with a stepladder against the wall

A studio built for creating

Simon Says Studio offers a spacious, functional environment equipped for a wide range of productions.

It includes two fully equipped kitchens, ideal for food photography, culinary content and projects involving food preparation.

The space can host full productions, workshops and creative projects in comfort, with control and efficiency.

Photography that builds brands

Every image should reinforce identity, positioning and perceived value.

We work with a clean, precise aesthetic approach, suited to brands with high standards.

It is that consistency which turns photography into a strategic asset for communications, digital presence and campaigns.

Product photography: a Compal Veggie beetroot and apple juice carton beside a poured glass, with a green apple and sliced beetroot, under hanging bulbs
Portrait of a woman with lowered eyes holding a glass of red wine, in front of barrels lit in purple in a cellar
Jewellery photography: gold earrings, ring and brooch with pearls and a blue stone, arranged on blocks of charcoal against a grey background

Frequently asked questions about photography

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Shall we talk about your next project?

From studio hire to photography and video production, we are on hand to receive your enquiry and help shape your next project.

Location & Schedule

R. Fernão de Magalhães 2, 1170-126 Lisbon

09:00 to 18:00

Phone

  • (+351) 211 946 846(Call to a national landline)

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