Manchester Headshot and Portrait Photographer

Working on Analogue Film and Digital

Headshots and portraits for creatives and actors in Manchester and beyond.

Whether you’re a professional wanting a striking business headshot or a creative wanting something a little deeper and more collaborative, I take the time to learn what you need and want to get from our time together, a true collaboration between sitter and photographer to make something that feels like you. Working in digital and analogue film up to 8x10, combining modern with the timeless

Black and white photo of a young man sitting on a chair, barefoot, wearing a black t-shirt and jeans. He rests his chin on his hand and looks into the camera with a serious expression.
A woman with red curly hair wearing a black long-sleeve shirt, resting her chin on her clasped hands, looking thoughtfully to the side.
A woman with long blonde hair standing in a garden with lush green plants and pink flowers, wearing a flowing yellow dress with intricate patterns, with eyes closed and hands resting on her stomach, in front of a classical sculpture of a seated woman
An artist sits in a green armchair in a cluttered art studio surrounded by large abstract paintings on the floor and leaning against the walls, with a colorful, paint-splattered floor.
A young woman with short dark hair and fair skin sits with her left arm across her chest and her right hand holding her left wrist. She gazes thoughtfully to the right with a neutral expression, wearing a light-colored T-shirt in a bright, softly lit
A woman with short hair and red lipstick standing with her eyes closed, smiling slightly, in front of a wall with shadows cast by sunlight.
A young woman with dark hair and bangs, sitting on the floor with her arms resting on her knees, dressed in black, against a plain white background.
A woman in a green jacket, gray visor, and patterned scarf stands in a greenhouse, holding a yellow container, with plants around her.
A woman with shoulder-length brown hair and bangs, wearing a black sweater, holds a book titled 'What Writers Read' close to her chest, standing against a wooden wall background.
A woman with short red hair and a yellow long-sleeve shirt, wearing a black apron, holding a bunch of paintbrushes, standing against a blue background.
A woman smiling and working on floral arrangements in a bright space with large windows, surrounded by various flowers and greenery.
Black and white photo of a bald man wearing glasses, a light-colored button-up shirt, and a watch, sitting in a modern chair against a plain white background.
A woman with long, curly red hair and glasses, wearing a black ribbed sweater and a gray skirt, smiling with her eyes closed against a plain white background.
A black and white portrait of a young woman with long straight hair, wearing a floral dress with lace details, looking directly at the camera.
A man sitting on a small stool in a garage with a red vintage sports car in the background and flags on the wall.
A young woman with short blonde hair, wearing a yellow knit beanie and a blue and white striped shirt, smiling outdoors with water in the background.

Hi, I’m Gareth.

A photographer with a passion to create beautiful imagery and tell your story in a way that feels natural and authentic.

We live in a digital world but my heart is very much analogue. That’s why I use my years of knowledge to create something that will last a lifetime using a combination of traditional film in sizes up to 8x10 (the camera you can see in the photo), as well as the latest digital equipment to give you something that will elevate your portfolio or brand in a way that feels authentically, naturally, you.

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The Process

  1. The Consultation

We have a short video call to discuss what you want to get from our time together, to make sure we’re aligned and to make sure our time together is as productive as possible and aligns with you and your needs.

2. The Shoot

This is where the magic happens. We work together to create your images without rushing and with your comfort in mind. We chat and shoot and truly collaborate to get the very best from your session

3. Image Review

We review together, either on the day or virtually over a video call to select your final images for delivery that I then edit and deliver via your personal online gallery.

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Kind Words

  • Portrait of a woman with curly red hair in a black top, resting her chin on her hand, against a dark background.

    "Gareth was fantastic in the studio, the ultimate professional and instantly put me at ease. It's clear that he really knows his stuff, and his passion for photography and portraiture is evident. The portrait session really felt like a collaboration and the result was some gorgeous headshots that I'm really happy with - thank you Gareth!"

    Tasha

  • A woman with shoulder-length brown hair, blue eyes, and hoop earrings, smiling and standing indoors with hands clasped. She is wearing a blue denim jacket over a white top.

    “Gareth is a fantastic photographer, he put me at ease throughout the whole shoot and knew exactly what type of images I wanted to capture. He was able to direct me and help me find the best poses- the day felt relaxed, professional and really enjoyable. I’m delighted with the photos I received, the quality of light and atmosphere is just beautiful.”

    Julia Wright

  • Close-up portrait of a woman with short brown hair, blue eyes, wearing red lipstick, gold earrings, a gold pendant necklace, and a navy blue collared top against a dark background.

    “Gareth has shot my family and my business headshots for many years and we’ve always absolutely loved the images! His attention to details, technical skills and passion are evident in everything he does and I’m a massive fan of his work! We’ve worked together at weddings and he’s a true pro, get him booked!”

    Kate McCarthy

  • A young woman with short blonde hair sitting on a concrete bench outdoors, wearing a black leather jacket, black top, light blue jeans, and black sneakers.

    "Gareth took portraits for me in Liverpool. I really liked his work. We shot at some architectural spots and a cafe, all very relaxed and the right sort of places to represent me. Gareth was so kind and interesting and made me feel comfortable even though I'm usually behind the lens too and not used to being photographed myself!”

    Sophie Robinson