UK Brand Photographer for Design & Advertising campaigns.
Yorkshire documentary photographer Nic Shuttleworth
Brand campaign photographer focussing on making authentic images with a photojournalist approach.
I work with design and advertising agencies across the UK to create authentic brand and campaign photography that connects with their audiences. My approach combines documentary storytelling with creative direction – producing images that feel genuine, considered and on-brand. Whether you’re developing a nationwide campaign or an editorial brand story, I bring a consistent visual language that supports your client’s identity across print, digital and social channels.
What makes me different as a UK brand photographer?
20+ years experience working in design and advertising agencies, collaborating with clients and creative teams
Worked with a wide range of global and independent clients across multiple sectors including; Channel 4 Television, Google, Coca Cola, Diageo and University of the Arts London…
Deep understanding of creative briefs and visual direction
Comfortable working with creative directors, art directors, copywriters and producers, delivering to brand guidelines and campaign timelines
Excellent understanding of the needs of brands to tell a good story, how these stories are built, and the creative process behind them.
My photography style is grounded in observation – capturing people, places and processes in an honest and engaging way. It’s ideal for campaigns that want to show the human side of a brand or reveal the real stories behind products and services.
Let’s work together
I collaborate with design and advertising agencies across Yorkshire and the UK. If you’re planning a brand campaign and looking for authentic, story-led photography, get in touch to discuss your brief.
Why work with Nic on your Brand Campaign Photography?
I have 20+ years experience working within design and advertising agencies – collaborating with agencies and creative teams on campaigns for brands including Channel 4 Television, Google, Coca Cola, Diageo, Icebreaker, Salomon and University of the Arts London… This has given me an excellent understanding of the needs of brands to tell a good story, how these stories are built, and the creative process behind them.
I’ve worked alongside art directors, designers, copywriters and producers to turn ideas into visuals that feel authentic and on-brand. Specialising as a UK brand photographer now, I bring that same understanding to every shoot – creating authentic imagery that supports the creative direction and connects with real audiences on a deeper level.
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!
Types of brand photography available
(but not limited to):
Brand storytelling through an honest lens
Environmental individual / group portraits
Event photography coverage
Sports documentary coverage
Photojournalism
Editorial photography
Documenting processes; creating, making, doing.
Behind the scenes
UK Brand Photography for an editorial piece commissioned by HAVAS CX for the Škoda DRIVEN edit - read more in the Journal gallery here
“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.
Are you a small / independent business looking for brand photography?
For small businesses, independents and creatives, I create natural, story-led brand photography that shows the real people behind the work. Honest, relaxed and true to your brand — perfect for websites, social media and marketing.
Are you looking for corporate / commercial photography for your business?
I work with companies and organisations to create authentic and professional documentary-style photography that captures the real people, places and culture behind the business. From workplace storytelling and team portraits to events and client stories, my images help brands communicate with honesty and confidence.
UK brand photography stories from the Journal gallery
UK Brand photography commissioned by creative agency ellodave for Malvern Garden Buildings
Capturing creativity & community through brand photography at Rural Arts in North Yorkshire, showcasing the power of art in connecting people.