SOME ACHIEVEMENTS NEED TO BE DOCUMENTED

FITNESS PHOTOGRAPHY
BY MAK FREEMAN

BOOK A PHOTOSHOOT

Real people, not models, no experience needed, Full guidance and direction throughout the fitness photoshoot experience

Captivating gym photoshoot featuring a fitness model posed to emphasize muscle definition and the play of light and shadow
fitness photography session at the gym, capturing a model’s sculpted physique with expert use of lighting and color contrast
A muscular, shirtless man with styled dark hair and a beard leans on a workout bar in a gym, looking to the side. The background features gym equipment and a black wall.
Farah new-5.jpg
Gym photoshoot highlighting a fitness model’s defined physique, with dynamic lighting and a colorful gym backdrop
Artistic gym photoshoot with a fitness model, utilizing lighting to accentuate their muscle tone and the vibrant colors of the gym
A muscular man with tattoos working out in a gym, lifting a barbell overhead while sitting on a bench.
EL-1 (1).jpg
A shirtless man with defined abs and muscular arms standing in a gym, holding the top of his burgundy shorts, next to a punching bag.
Steph-15.jpg
Luke-5.jpg
A fit woman in a black sports bra and underwear standing in a gym, holding weights behind her shoulders, with gym equipment and smoky background.
Mak Freeman Fitness photographer gym selfie with Poppy Brown fitness coach

WELCOME TO MAK FREEMAN FITNESS PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE

High end fitness photography in the UK for bodybuilders, personal trainers, athletes, and fitness enthusiasts.

No experience needed.

I guide you through the entire photoshoot.

From posing to lighting, everything is built to highlight your physique and create strong, professional images you can be proud of.

Working across the UK and internationally, with access to exclusive gym and studio locations.

A shirtless man poses confidently with hands on hips while a photographer crouches to take his picture in a gym setting.
A muscular man flexing his biceps and smiling, while a photographer kneels behind him, making a funny face and flexing his arm.
A muscular, tattooed man wearing a gray beanie and black shorts, holding dumbbells in a gym. A photographer is taking his picture from behind.
Group of five men, three muscular and shirtless, posing for a photo in a gym, with dumbbells visible in the foreground.
A shirtless muscular man in red shorts smiling and pointing at his abs, standing next to a man with glasses, a beanie, and a camera in a gym.
A man and a woman in a gym, with the woman showing off her toned abs, smiling while the man takes a photo with a professional camera.
A smiling man with a beard and tattoos, wearing a black t-shirt and gray sweatpants, takes a photo while another man with long hair and sunglasses, holding a camera, is standing behind him.
A muscular man with glasses takes a shirtless selfie in a gym mirror, with a photographer smiling behind him.
A woman in athletic wear smiling and holding a dumbbell in each hand, posing for a selfie taken by a man in a gym. The man is wearing glasses and a beanie, holding a camera, and smiling.
A man and woman taking a selfie in a gym. The woman is making a funny face, sticking out her tongue, while the man is smiling. The woman is holding a phone, and the gym equipment is visible in the background.
A man and woman taking a mirror selfie at a gym, the woman is in workout gear and the man is holding a camera, both smiling.
A woman flexing her arm muscles and smiling, taking a selfie in a gym, with a man taking a photo of her, surrounded by weightlifting equipment.
A woman in workout attire and a man taking a selfie in a gym.
A shirtless man with visible six-pack abs smiling at the camera while standing in a gym, with a photographer taking his picture in the background.
A muscular woman in a leopard print workout outfit flexing her arm in a gym, with a man taking a photo of her using a professional camera.
A muscular, shirtless man with tattoos poses in a gym while a photographer takes his picture.
A woman with long blonde hair smiling and making a peace sign poses for a photo in a gym, while a man with a beard takes her picture with a professional camera.
A woman with blonde hair flexes her right arm, showing her bicep, while a photographer stands behind her taking her picture in a gym.
Two muscular men in a gym flexing their biceps and posing for the camera.
A woman with tattoos on her arms and abdominal muscles posing in a gym, taking a mirror selfie with a man holding a camera.
A shirtless man with a muscular physique posing for a photo in front of a black backdrop, with a photographer kneeling beside him taking his picture.
A shirtless man with muscular build and a wristwatch posing for a photo in a gym, with a man behind him taking picture with a camera, and weights in the foreground.
A muscular man with tattoos flexing his biceps while being photographed in a gym.
A shirtless man with defined abs smiling and giving a thumbs up, standing in front of a row of dumbbells at the gym, with a photographer taking his picture in the background.
Two women in pink lingerie and high heels posing with a photographer in a gym setting.
A shirtless, muscular man with tattoos flexing his biceps and smiling at the camera, standing in a gym. Another man, wearing glasses and a black sleeveless shirt, is taking a photo of him while smiling. Dumbbells are visible in the foreground.

YOUR PHOTOSHOOT IN 3 STEPS

Step 1
Book your session

Pick your session, location and date using the link .You will get a prep guide and can book a quick call to plan everything.

Step 2:
The photoshoot

We get to work. I guide you through everything so you can relax and enjoy it.

Step 3 :
Photos delivered

Choose your favourites. Your final images are delivered within 4 weeks.

The Klarna logo in pink text on a black background.

Book now Pay Later Option with

Looking for something more editorial, intimate, or studio based?

Take a look and learn more about the experience.

Woman in red lace bodysuit performing a stretch on a plain light gray background during a body confidence Photoshoot.
A woman in red lingerie and a racing jacket stands barefoot against a gray background.
Woman with blonde hair sitting on a white block, wearing a brown satin dress, posing with one arm behind her head and one hand on the block, against a plain gray background during a body confidence, studio Photoshoot
Discover this style
A fit woman in a gym, wearing a black sports bra, red shorts, and white sneakers, standing next to exercise equipment, holding a handle attached to a workout machine, with her back turned to the camera.
A muscular man with tattoos on his arm and a tattoo on his shoulder, wearing glasses and gray sweatpants, holding a weight bar at the gym.
A 40 year old Lisa Separovich and owner of Kensington hair salon, in a photoshoot after a dramatic body transformation. A natural light fitness photos showing her amazing Figure.
A muscular young man with defined abs and arms, shirtless, standing in a gym, holding a barbell with both hands, wearing pink Nike shorts and a black wristband.
Rhian-13.jpg
Young muscular man flexing his bicep while posing in a gym, wearing black shorts, white athletic shoes, and white socks.
A muscular shirtless man in athletic shorts and Nike sneakers working out with resistance bands at the gym.
lorna cooper new-6.jpg
Fitness photography image of a muscular man holding a heavy battle rope in a gym, wearing blue shorts and trainers, captured during a professional gym photoshoot.
Bodybuilding photoshoot of a muscular man standing in an illuminated gym holding a pole, wearing athletic shorts and trainers, photographed as part of a professional fitness photography session.
DSC08166 (1).jpg
Aaron - MOF-2.jpg

NONE OF THE PEOPLE I PHOTOSHOOT ARE PROFESSIONAL MODELS.
80% NEVER DONE A SHOOT BEFORE.

Book your photoshoot here
Need help? Book a call
A book titled 'Photoshoot Prep Guide' by Mak Freeman, showing two muscular men, one shirtless flexing and the other kneeling with glasses, against a dark background.

FIRST TIME DOING A PHOTOSHOOT?
TIPS ON HOW TO GET READY!
FREE DOWNLOAD

Get it

MEET YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER

For me, photography has never been just about pressing a button. It’s about paying attention. To light, to shape, to the small details that change how an image feels.

I’m especially drawn to lighting because it does the heavy lifting. It defines the body, creates depth, and brings emotion into a frame. When it’s done right, a photo doesn’t just look good. It feels intentional.

Most people I work with have never been in front of a camera like this before. They’re not models. They’re real people. My job is to guide the process, adjust things quietly, and help them relax into it so something honest can come through.

Seeing someone recognise themselves differently for the first time is the part that matters most to me. That pause. That moment of realisation. That’s what keeps me doing this.

~ Mak Freeman

Read more about Mak Freeman

Fitness photoshoots available in Bristol and across the South West.

View fitness photoshoot options here.

LETS CHAT

Tell me what you’re looking to create and I’ll guide you through everything.

Not sure what you want yet? That’s completely fine. Message me on WhatsApp, the quickest way to reach me.

Or fill out the form below

OTHER NOT FITNESS WORK

Black arrow pointing downward in front of a background of vertical gray and black lines.
Black arrow pointing downward over a background of gray and black striped surfaces.
A woman with long, wavy red hair, wearing a light beige cropped long sleeve shirt and high-waisted light blue jeans with a frayed waistband, striking a confident pose with one hand behind her head, against a dark background with warm lighting.
A woman with long dark hair and a black outfit poses on a vintage chair with neon lighting in a dark room.
A young woman with red hair, wearing a white crop top and underwear, poses by a window with a wooden frame, holding her hair with one hand and resting her other hand on her hip.
A woman with long dark hair and blue eyes poses with her hands near her face, wearing a gold chain top and jewelry, against a dark background.
Creative studio portrait of a woman with long wavy hair and tattoos, wearing a black crop top and high waisted pants, photographed against a purple and pink lit background during an editorial photoshoot.
A woman with long, wavy auburn hair wearing black lace lingerie, posing against a plain background.
A woman with dark hair and toned abs is leaning against a white brick wall by large windows, wearing a white crop top and light blue jeans, with her arms raised above her head.
A woman with curly red hair sitting on a wooden stool, wearing a black bodysuit, white sneakers, and socks, with her arms raised and hands resting behind her head against a plain gray background.
A woman with long blonde hair and tattoos standing barefoot against a white brick wall, wearing a cropped blue cardigan and matching blue panties.
A female pole dancer performing a pose on a pole against a dark background, wearing a glittery black and gold outfit.
A woman in a leather jacket and white lace underwear leaning on a ping pong table in a modern bright living room with large windows and wooden beams.
A woman kneeling on a reflective surface near a large window, wearing red lingerie, with her hands in her hair, in a room with wooden walls.
A fit woman with long blonde hair posing against a colorful gradient background, wearing a white crop top and light-colored leggings.
A young woman with short, wavy brown hair and light skin is leaning against a stone wall outdoors during sunset. She is wearing a white sleeveless blouse and a long, flowing orange skirt, with one hand touching her face and the other resting on the w
A woman with short hair and tattoos sitting by a window, looking at the camera.
A woman wearing large sunglasses and a zipped hoodie poses with a cityscape background at night, illuminated by colorful city lights.
A young woman with shoulder-length blonde hair holding two vintage rotary phones, one black and one red, with a red and white graphic T-shirt and light blue jeans.
A portrait of a woman with a nose piercing and a red band across her eyes, obscuring her entire face from the eyebrows to the cheeks.
Editorial portrait of a tattooed woman wearing a black bikini top and black pants, posing confidently in a dark studio setting with dramatic lighting.
A young woman with red hair sitting on a motorcycle, looking at the camera with her hand near her face, outdoors with trees in the background.
A woman in a black dress and high heels standing in front of a white door with an arched top, with her hands on her head and one leg slightly raised through a slit in her dress, casting shadows on the wall.
A young woman with blonde hair, tattoos on her arm, and political lipstick, wearing a white crop top and ripped jeans, sitting on an orange barrier in an urban area with graffiti, a railing, and a blue sky in the background.
Creative portrait photography of a young man holding a glowing neon tube light, photographed in a dark studio with blue and purple lighting for an editorial style shoot.
A young woman with long, curly dark hair and hoop earrings poses outdoors in casual streetwear, wearing a black long-sleeve top, ripped jeans, and a white jacket draped over her arms.
A confident man in a gray vest, white shirt, and gold tie adjusting his tie, standing against a dark background.
A woman with long, curly hair, posing with her back to the camera, illuminated by red light, wearing a tight-fitting suit, against a dark background.
Studio portrait of a woman with blonde hair in a ponytail, wearing a brown sleeveless dress and posing on a white block against a plain gray background during a fashion photoshoot.
Editorial boudoir photography of a woman wearing black lingerie and fishnet stockings, leaning back over a wooden ladder in a softly lit studio with sunlight streaming through a window.
Boudoir style studio portrait of a woman leaning against a brick wall near a window, wearing Calvin Klein underwear with natural sunlight illuminating her face and body.
Young woman with long hair in a pose with one hand on her neck and the other lifting her hair against a pink gradient background.