Brand photography at Swinton Estate, North Yorkshire.
Luxury product and brand photography for a Burberry authentication expert
It was a beautiful summer’s day at the Swinton Estate in North Yorkshire when I met Rachael for her brand photography shoot. If you’ve never visited, it’s well worth it, an incredible private estate on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales – owned by the Cunliffe-Lister family since the 1880s and set within 20,000 acres of stunning landscape.
It was the perfect setting for a luxury brand and product photography shoot. We were looking for a quintessentially English backdrop to create a library of images for Rachael’s business, specialising in authentic Burberry outerwear.
Rachael is a Burberry authentication expert with over 10 years’ experience handling thousands of pieces. She offers advice and expertise to both commercial clients and private individuals, with a particular focus on the post ‘Burberrys’ era – including retail, outlet, runway and prototype garments. Her attention to detail and depth of knowledge are exceptional.
Ahead of the photoshoot, I created a mood board and we visited the Swinton Estate to plan locations. This allowed us to identify a range of backdrops that would reflect both the heritage of the brand and the quality of the garments.
One standout location was a traditional English boot room within the hotel, ideal for displaying coats and accessories in a natural, authentic setting. We also used an elegant room in the castle with large windows overlooking the front lawn. The original fireplace provided a strong visual anchor for styling clothing rails and documenting elements of the authentication process.
Outside, the walled gardens offered a softer, seasonal contrast, with floral backdrops that complemented the collection and added variety to the final set of images.
Authentic, story-led brand photography for businesses across Yorkshire and the UK
If you’re looking for brand photography in North Yorkshire, across Yorkshire or anywhere in the UK, I offer a considered, documentary-led approach to creating authentic, story-driven imagery. Each shoot is carefully planned to reflect your brand, with a focus on natural light, environment and detail, resulting in a versatile library of images for use across your website, social media and marketing. Whether you’re developing a personal brand or showcasing a product or service, the aim is to create work that feels timeless, honest and aligned with your audience. You can find out more about my approach as a personal brand photographer based in Leeds, or get in touch to discuss your project.
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