Behind the Lens: Capturing David Meade’s Brand in Studio & at Lightsource Belfast

There are photoshoots that are simply about making great images—and then there are shoots that feel like they’re defining something bigger. My recent sessions with David Meade definitely fell into the second category.

David isn’t just a presenter, speaker, or strategist; he’s a full brand in motion. So when he stepped in front of my lens, the goal wasn’t only to get sharp headshots or polished portraits. It was to visually anchor who he is: energetic, sharp, intelligent, approachable, and unmistakably David Meade.

Crafting the Brand in Studio

We began in the studio, where the focus was on controlled lighting, clean lines, and intentional simplicity. Studio shoots are always a playground for precision—every shadow matters, every expression reads louder, every pose communicates something.

David arrived with the same enthusiasm he brings to a stage. Within minutes, the studio felt less like a workspace and more like a creative lab.
We built a series of setups that let his personality shine:

• Crisp, dynamic portraits that highlight his confidence and energy
• Clean branding-focused shots ideal for keynote promos, marketing materials, and professional profiles
• Casual-but-sharp frames that let his humour show through, giving a more human edge to his brand

Working with David is a reminder that good branding doesn’t need noise—it needs clarity. And the studio gave us exactly that.

On Location at Lightsource Belfast

After the studio work, we moved to Lightsource in Belfast—an environment that instantly changed the tone of the shoot.

Lightsource brought a blend of industrial polish and creative atmosphere. It allowed us to introduce new textures, new lighting moods, and a sense of scale. Where the studio was clean and curated, Lightsource was dynamic and atmospheric—perfect for extending the storytelling.

Here, David felt right at home.
We captured:

• In-the-moment action shots, as if he was preparing to step onto a stage
• Environmental portraits with depth and dimension
• Cinematic lighting that matched the high-impact nature of his work as a communicator and thinker

The combination of both locations gave us a full spectrum of visuals—from the precise to the expressive, from the polished to the atmospheric.

Strengthening a Brand Through Photography

A brand isn’t just a logo or a tagline—it’s what people feel when they see you.
This shoot wasn’t just about David looking good on camera; it was about building a visual language that matches his presence, professionalism, and personality.

Through two settings—studio and Lightsource—we created a suite of images that speak to every side of his brand:

• professional
• energetic
• intelligent
• relatable
• unmistakably authentic

Working with someone as dynamic as David Meade is always a privilege. Capturing his brand is even better.