Brand photographer telling real stories that matter.

Documentary photography for businesses with a story to tell. 

Nic Shuttleworth is a documentary brand photographer focussing on making authentic images for your business with a photojournalist approach.

Real life is so much more interesting than anything we can stage, from relaxed documentary style portraits*, in depth documentary of your business, process or events.

I focus on capturing the personality of your people and brand through an honest lens, and without any fuss, connecting the people that matter on a deeper level.

With 20+ years experience in brand identity development & visual language, I have an excellent understanding of the needs of your business from a photography perspective. I start off by getting to know you and your business through an initial consultation and work with you to create powerful images for online, social media, marketing, literature and more, that best reflect what you do.

Work with Nic and tell the story of your brand

Brand photography packages:

  • Full-day in depth brand photography: £1,495

  • Half-day in depth brand photography: £995

  • Brand short story session (1.5 hours): £495

There’s more details about these packages below, have a look and let’s see what is best for you and your business. If you’re not sure just get in touch and we can arrange a call to talk it through.

“We have been working with Nic for years, the photos she produces are incredible. She listens to what you need and always creates the most beautiful, eye catching images.”

Brand photography sessions are available in Yorkshire and throughout the UK.

*A documentary or environmental portrait is an authentic portrait in the environment where you work, or a location that tells a wider story about who you are as a person.

Brand photography gallery

As a documentary brand photographer i can cover many areas of business, a few of which are shown in the examples below; Art and Design, Health and wellness, Sports and nutrition, Performing arts, Artisan food and drink.

Get in touch to chat about your brand specialty,
I’d love to tell your story.

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What to expect from your brand photography session.

On the day I focus on telling the true story of your brand - whether that’s through relaxed environmental portraits, behind-the-scenes documentary, and capturing the energy of your people, process and events.

It’s the small, everyday details that make a workplace special - like Jean making her daily rounds with the biscuit trolley at 11am (I really miss Jean), packed with homemade biscuits, or the office dog, Bernard, who sleeps under Sarah’s desk.

These stories bring personality and warmth to your brand, making it feel human and relatable. My goal is to create powerful, emotionally resonant images that connect with your audience on a deeper level, setting you apart in a way that is real and effortless. No fuss, just honest, compelling visuals that highlight the heart of your business.

I keep things light - both in the way I work, and the equipment I use. No bulky gear, no flash, no disruption to your day. I simply get stuck in and capture things as they happen, without getting in the way (as best as I can). The only time I might step in is for a documentary portrait, which is swiftly done in the moment.

Types of brand photography available (but not limited to):

  • Documentary / environmental portraits

  • Day / half-day in the life of your business

  • Corporate event photography coverage

  • Office environment and culture

  • Behind-the-scenes coverage

  • Team building events, company days out.

  • Client stories / case study coverage

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Why choose me as your brand photographer

I have a 20+ year background in brand identity development & visual language, which gives me an excellent understanding of the needs of your business from a photography perspective. I work with your brand values and visual assets to create powerful images that best reflect your work.

My work has recently been selected as a winner in the Portrait of Britain by the British Journal of Photography, selected by Vogue, published by Shutterhub & Bluecoat Press and won many international awards. You’re in safe hands lets say!

“I booked a brand shoot with Nic for my Graphic Design business and I'm so pleased with the results! Nic put me at ease (I'm not the best at having my picture taken!) and what I thought would be a really awkward/ uncomfortable afternoon was actually a really lovely experience. There is such a wide selection of shots to choose from in the gallery and I can't wait to start using them. I would highly recommend using Nic if you're thinking of having a brand shoot, she's amazing! The shots look really natural and I'm really happy. Thanks so much Nic!”

Catherine, Graphic Designer, Cheshire.

Brand photography packages

All brand packages include:

  • Online or in person consultation to discuss your brand vision and requirements.

  • A private online gallery of images in colour, or black and white, for you to download in high resolution.

  • A slideshow and reel for social media of the highlights*.

  • Lifetime UK image license.

*Full and half day sessions only.

Have a look at the options below see what is best for you and your business and then let’s have a chat to discuss your requirements. A bespoke package can be created based on your individual needs.

  • woman looking out onto a paved garden full of flowers

    A full day of brand photography

    Up to 8 hours of documentary photography, at your office space or location of your choice.

    This is ideal for an in-depth look into your business, operations and the personalities who run it, a true day in the life of your business.

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    £1,495

  • woman wearing a red coat walking through a bakery

    A half day of brand photography

    Up to 4 hours of documentary photography, at your office space or location of your choice.

    Ideal for capturing key people in your business, a recent project, process, day to day activities or events.

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    £995

  • Woman sat on a sofa reading books in her living room

    Brand short story session

    Up to 1.5 hours of documentary photography, at your office space or location of your choice.

    This is ideal for smaller businesses, to gain an insight into a particular aspect, or for portraits in the work environment.

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    £495

Brand photography sessions are available anywhere in the UK and Europe, for locations outside Yorkshire let me know your whereabouts and I can calculate any additional travel costs for you.

“Nic is an outstanding documentary photographer and such a wonderful person to work with. I can't recommend Nic highly enough! My art practice is all about process, experimentation, activity and being open to taking risks and just seeing what happens when I work with specific materials in planned places. Nic totally gets this, and we couldn't be more harmonious in terms of our values and approaches. Nic's photography practice nurtures the story of the person/people/event/day/project and captures everything so cleverly, sensitively, perceptively and intuitively. If you want a photographer who will document your event with care, consideration, kindness, humour, reliability, artistic integrity, flexibility and adaptability - and everything else I've mentioned - then look no further! Thank you, Nic!”

Puy, Artist - Installation in the landscape photography.

Brand photography stories from the Journal gallery

“We have been working with Nic for years, the photos she produces are incredible. She listens to what you need and always creates the most beautiful, eye catching images.”

Janet, Brand Photography.

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Hey I’m Nic Shuttleworth, a documentary brand photographer based in Yorkshire UK, with an extensive background in design and art direction.

I have over twenty years of experience in brand identity development & visual language and specialise in working with businesses to develop brand images that best reflect their work.

I photograph people of all ages and walks of life with a documentary / photojournalist approach, passionate about telling real stories about brands through an authentic lens.

If you are interested in learning more about my work please get in touch to discuss your requirements, I’d love to hear from you!

Let’s tell your brand story.

Manchester marathon coverage for ‘No club running club’

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Let’s tell the story of your brand.

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