Turning Moments into Timeless Memories
Thank you so much for visiting my website. Whether you are looking for a photographer for your wedding, an important upcoming life event or you are requiring a beautiful portrait, I hope I can be of help to you.
BIPP Cotswold Photographer of the Year 2019
Hi, I’m Rebecca and I have been a professional photographer for 30 years. Initially a portrait photographer, I have photographed countless portraits, over 1000 weddings, and many celebrations including birthday parties, family reunions, baptisms, and First Holy Communion services.
My portfolio spans over two decades of work, and so some of the images you will see were shot on film, some on digital format… either way my goal is always to produce beautiful images that stand the test of time that you and your loved ones will treasure forever.
With that in mind, I treat every portrait shoot, celebration, wedding, even interior or still life shoot as unique. So please use this site to get to know a little bit about me, my work and what I can offer to you and if you find something that makes you feel you would like to know more, please do get in touch and we can go from there.
With love and best wishes,
Rebecca x
Featured Work
Read more about how I work, and who I work with to create beautiful editorial and fine art images that my clients adore.
Wedding Photography
From the nervous excitement of the morning preparations to the joy of your first dance, I’ll be there to capture every detail of your big day. My approach ensures that each image tells a part of your love story, creating a collection of photos that you’ll cherish forever.
private photojournalism
From corporate events to private celebrations, I offer comprehensive coverage to ensure that every significant moment is captured. My unobtrusive style allows me to document the atmosphere and emotion of your event without disrupting the flow of the day.
professional portraits
Whether it’s an individual portrait, a couple’s session, or a family gathering, I focus on capturing natural, authentic moments that reflect your personality and relationships. Together, we’ll create images that you’ll be proud to display and share.
my portfolio
AWARDS RECEIVED FROM BIPP
Awards I have been so honoured to have received from the British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP)
2019 Cotswolds Region Overall Photographer of the Year
2019 Cotswolds Region Overall Wedding Photographer of the Year
2019 Cotswolds Region Classical Wedding Photographer of the Year
2019 Cotswolds Region Reportage Wedding Photographer of the Year
2019 Cotswolds Region Commercial Photographer of the Year
2015 South West Photographer of the Year
2013 South West Portrait Photographer of the Year
2013 Winner of Highly Commended In The Peter Grudgeon Award for best Associate of the Year 2012
2012 Silver Award in Portrait Category South West Awards
2012 Bronze Award in Portrait Category South West Awards
October 2012 Awarded status of Associateship (ABIPP)
August 2012 Award status of Licentiateship (LBIPP)
About me
I have been working as a professional photographer for 26 years. Originally from Hertfordshire, I studied photography and film studies before starting my career in photography as a manager (then area manager) for a chain of international portrait studios, before moving to work for a top independent studio in Glasgow.
Both enabled me to understand the successful running of a photography business, with high levels of good quality of work and customer service as key, as well as learning the skills behind photographing both portraits and weddings.
In the late 90's I moved to Gloucestershire, and in 1999 with the help of The Prince's Youth Business Trust, I set up my own portrait studio in the heart of Cheltenham. Since then I have moved premises a few times, but have taken more portraits and captured more weddings than I could ever have dreamed of.
Due to starting my career before the digital era, I learnt photography by using film, medium format cameras and a darkroom. By doing so, I have a strong grasp of the trueness of photography, and a real understanding of light and 'getting the shot in camera'. Since 2006 I have however embraced digital photography and as someone who loves to learn, this has been great fun! I still shoot very much as if I am using film, but love the diversity that shooting digital offers.
In 2012 I qualified as a Licentiate of The British Institute of Professional Photographers (BIPP), and was nominated that same year for Licentiate of the Year. As a result, I received the award of Highly Commended for the Peter Grudgeon Award. Since then I have moved onto the status of Associateship and have been honoured to have received many awards including South West Photographer of the year 2015 and Cotswolds Photographer of the year 2019 (please see my awards page for a full list).
It is so humbling to receive such recognition for my work, but the greatest satisfaction comes from being able to deliver to you, my client, images that you can treasure forever. I treat every shoot, every wedding, every life event, as unique. A moment in time never to happen again, but caught in a way that is timeless. This to me is the most important part of what I do. And on a personal note, I am a proud mum of my now grown up children Henry and Sophie, and a big lover of the history of photography, art, cinema and reading. And cats, I do love cats!
