Richard Sibbald is a Toronto-based corporate photographer specializing in executive portraits, corporate headshots, corporate events, commercial assignments, brand photography, and on-location workplace photography. His work centers on people, presence, and the real moments that give an organization its character.

Yes. Richard is based in Toronto and works with clients across Canada, North America, and internationally. With more than 30 years of experience, he is comfortable adapting to different locations, teams, and production needs, from executive portraits and corporate events to commercial assignments.

Yes. Richard photographs corporate headshots and executive portraits on location in offices, boardrooms, studios, event spaces, and other working environments. The setting is shaped by the people being photographed, the image's tone, and how the final portraits will be used.

Yes. Richard works with brands and organizations on commercial photography assignments that document the people, places, and environments behind the work. From offices and retail spaces to events and on-location settings, his approach combines a documentary eye with polished brand storytelling.

Yes. Richard can photograph teams directly in their office or workplace, from individual portraits and group photographs to more natural images of people working and interacting in their environment. The approach adapts to the space, the team's size, and how the images will be used.

Richard’s approach is built around conversation, direction, and trust. Rather than forcing a pose, he creates enough space and guidance for people to feel comfortable, look confident, and still feel like themselves.

Yes. Richard brings the lighting and equipment needed for each assignment and adapts the setup to the location, the people being photographed, and the final use of the images.

Yes. Richard photographs corporate events in Toronto and beyond, including conferences, panels, leadership events, brand activations, and company gatherings. His approach is documentary and unobtrusive, focused on the speakers, audience, atmosphere, and in-between moments that give each event its energy.

It’s best to reach out as early as possible, particularly for corporate events, team headshots, or assignments involving multiple people and locations. Smaller portrait sessions may be easier to accommodate on shorter notice, depending on availability and the scope of the shoot.

Yes. Richard regularly photographs multiple executives and team members within the same assignment. Sessions can be structured efficiently around schedules, locations, and the number of people involved while maintaining a consistent look and feel across the final images.

Simple, well-fitting clothing usually photographs best. Solid colours and subtle patterns tend to work well, while very busy prints or prominent logos can be distracting. Most importantly, people should wear something appropriate to their role and comfortable enough that they still feel like themselves.

For shoots that require additional support, wardrobe styling, hair and makeup can also be arranged. We discuss these details in advance based on the brief, schedule, availability, and budget.

Yes. Images can be created for websites, press, LinkedIn, internal communications, marketing, advertising, and other brand applications. Discuss intended use before the shoot so we can plan the photography, image formats, and usage rights appropriately. Licensing may vary depending on whether the images are for internal use or broader public-facing and commercial applications.