Chercheur d'images - Fabien Guichardan

Professional portrait — an image that tells who you are. In Chambery, in the heart of Savoie, Chercheur d’images places the portrait at the center of its work. As a portrait photographer, I accompany entrepreneurs, executives and teams who want a professional image—for LinkedIn, CVs, company websites or corporate communication—while rejecting the standardized headshot. My approach is that of an image craftsman: each portrait must serve an idea and reveal the subject’s human truth. My working method is documentary and discreet. I favour the stolen moment over stiff posing, travel light and work as often as possible with natural light. This creates a climate of trust in which expressions and authenticity can emerge without artifice. Before the shoot I take the time to listen: understanding your activity, your audience and the message you want your image to convey is central to the session. Practicality and technical rigour go hand in hand. On location I capture a variety of shots to provide choices of framing and atmosphere; in post-production I refine each file in Lightroom to enhance light, harmonize colours and attend to details without betraying reality. The result is carefully crafted portraits, delivered ready for web or print, that tell your story and strengthen your professional presence. I work locally in Chambery and across Savoie, and I’m happy to travel to Haute-Savoie, Annecy or Isère as required. Choosing Chercheur d’images means benefiting from an author’s eye combined with pragmatic practice — a single point of contact, a trusting relationship and a determination to reveal the authenticity of your image. If you’re looking for a professional portrait that doesn’t look like a directory photo but like a living, truthful image, let’s talk. I prioritise preliminary meetings and location scouting when they serve the idea: a great photo always begins with good listening.