I’m Charles W. Murphy, a British photographer based in Los Angeles. My work is guided by a simple principle: the best portraits come from presence, not performance. I aim to preserve the essence of the people I photograph, creating images that feel intimate and authentic.
Each session is a collaboration. Conversation, music, and quiet pauses set the rhythm, while I work with light, composition, and atmosphere to reveal what’s true. I approach every shoot with curiosity and care, creating a space where authenticity can emerge naturally.
From my Los Angeles studio, I focus on making the experience as meaningful as the final images, ensuring every portrait is not just a photograph, but a reflection of the person within.
Studio:
studio@charleswmurphy.com
120 E 8th St
Los Angeles, CA
I’m Charles W. Murphy, a British photographer based in Los Angeles. My work is guided by a simple principle: the best portraits come from presence, not performance. I aim to preserve the essence of the people I photograph, creating images that feel intimate and authentic.
Each session is a collaboration. Conversation, music, and quiet pauses set the rhythm, while I work with light, composition, and atmosphere to reveal what’s true. I approach every shoot with curiosity and care, creating a space where authenticity can emerge naturally.
From my Los Angeles studio, I focus on making the experience as meaningful as the final images, ensuring every portrait is not just a photograph, but a reflection of the person within.
Studio:
studio@charleswmurphy.com
120 E 8th St
Los Angeles, CA