Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Manchester Commercial Photographer
With over two decades of experience as a freelance commercial photographer in Manchester and Cheshire, we specialise in capturing authentic moments across diverse settings. Our expertise spans corporate headshots, event documentation, conference coverage, and wedding photography, with a focus on delivering high-quality images tailored to clients' branding needs. Having worked extensively in the Cheshire and Manchester region, we combine technical precision with creative vision to produce visuals that resonate with target audiences.Our background in marketing for multinational companies informs our approach to brand photography, ensuring imagery aligns with strategic communication goals. We prioritise client collaboration, offering customised sessions and same-day image delivery for social media requirements. Our portfolio includes assignments ranging from local business portraits to unique projects like photographing a marathon in Antarctica, reflecting our adaptability and commitment to excellence.
Services
Headshot Photography
Event Photography
Conference Photography
Wedding Photography
Party Photography
Interiors Photography
Corporate Portraits
Documentary Photography
Brand Photography
Location Shoots
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- 20+ years documenting corporate events and professional portraits
- Same-day image delivery for urgent social media requirements
- Marketing expertise informs strategic brand photography approach
- Versatile coverage from boardroom portraits to Antarctic marathons
- Discreet documentary style preserving authentic moments
What people say
Professional results
Discreet presence
Same-day delivery
Creative compositions
Authentic moments
Services
Headshot Photography
Corporate headshots in Manchester and Cheshire capturing professional personas with studio-quality lighting. Sessions include multiple angles and expressions, with online gallery selection and post-production editing. Ideal for executive profiles, LinkedIn imagery, and company websites requiring polished professional representation.
Event Photography
Documentary-style event photography preserving key moments at corporate functions, awards ceremonies, and private celebrations. Services include candid crowd shots, formal groupings, and venue details with 3-day turnaround. Specialising in challenging lighting conditions and high-profile guest events.
Conference Photography
Professional conference coverage capturing keynote speeches, delegate interactions, and branding elements. Packages include same-day social media content, sponsor recognition, and post-event digital archives. Experienced in multi-room events and technical presentation documentation.
Wedding Photography
Authentic documentary wedding photography preserving natural moments without staged poses. Full-day coverage includes pre-ceremony preparations, formal portraits, and reception highlights. Digital delivery with print rights and bespoke album design options available.
Party Photography
Lively event photography capturing birthday parties, corporate socials, and milestone celebrations. Combines candid dancefloor shots with styled group portraits using natural lighting where possible. Images delivered through secure online gallery with sharing permissions.
People
Paul Atherton
Principal Photographer
Award-winning commercial photographer with 20+ years' experience in corporate and event photography. Specialises in documentary-style imaging for businesses and private clients across the UK. Holds marketing qualifications and technical expertise in professional lighting techniques.
Questions
What photography services do you offer in Manchester?
We provide corporate headshots, event documentation, conference coverage, wedding photography, and brand imaging across Greater Manchester and Cheshire.
Can you accommodate last-minute photography bookings?
Yes, we offer emergency availability for urgent assignments - please contact us directly for same-day service feasibility.
Do you photograph events outside Cheshire?
We regularly cover assignments nationwide while maintaining our Macclesfield base, with travel costs applied for locations beyond Cheshire.
How quickly do you deliver edited images?
Corporate event images are delivered within 3 working days, with wedding photography processed within 4 weeks of the event date.
What's included in wedding photography packages?
Packages start at 8 hours coverage with digital download, with options for albums, engagement shoots, and extended coverage available.
Can we request specific photography styles?
We adapt between documentary and formal styles based on client needs while maintaining our signature natural lighting approach.
