As a professional portrait photographer in Saint-Étienne, I create LinkedIn and corporate images that highlight your authenticity through a calm, narrative and meticulous approach.
Stenpicture (Thierry Stentzel) positions itself as a specialist in professional portrait photography in Saint-Étienne. With a gaze shaped by attentive listening to personal stories — visible in my portrait projects and in the book Tsuiokou — I place personality at the heart of the professional portrait: the goal is to produce an image that works on LinkedIn, a CV or in corporate communication, while remaining deeply sincere. Why choose me for your professional photo? Because my approach goes beyond simply “making a nice picture.” I work to reveal what makes you unique: posture, gaze, micro‑expressions and attitude. I create a calm, conversational atmosphere that helps even the most reluctant subjects to relax. The result is not a polished mask but a professional portrait that breathes authenticity and delivers visual impact. My process is simple and human: an initial conversation to understand your needs (intended use of the portrait, professional context, desired image), a session in which I guide posture and lighting to capture natural images, followed by a careful selection of the best takes. I pay particular attention to the direction of the gaze, framing and contrasts — elements that make a real difference on a LinkedIn photo or company portrait. My artistic practice, visible in series such as Shikichou, Uhuru and Tsuiokou, feeds this expertise: knowing how to capture the moment, the emotion and the truth of the subject. This allows me to combine artistic sensitivity with professional rigor to produce portraits that clearly communicate your credibility and humanity. Based in Saint-Étienne, I work with local professionals and individuals who want to refine their digital or print image. If you are also looking to develop your visual presence through a broader approach, I occasionally run photography workshops to help participants better understand image-making and posture in front of the camera. In short: Stenpicture is your partner for a professional photo that reflects who you are — effective, elegant and sincere. Contact me for an initial conversation: I bring my eye, my experience and my empathy to the service of your image.