The 10 Best Editorial Photographers in Liverpool, UK

With a thriving arts scene, it’s no surprise that there was an abundance of talent in the area to choose from, but we managed to pick out only the most noteworthy Liverpool editorial photographers. Whatever your publishing needs—from portraits to photojournalism—you can count on one of the following to exceed your exceptions. Check out their work to see for yourself!

1. Karyn Dickinson

Some Liverpool editorial photographers have an ineffable cool factor to their work, and Karyn Dickinson is one of them. Her fashion portraits are artfully posed to highlight the drape of fabric, and the careful arrangement of hair and makeup and her dance portraits are crafted to highlight the shape of the dancers, their strength, flexibility, and beauty on full display.

Whomever she is photographing, there is a sense of art and play in each portrait, either from the setting or the subject—florals, shadows, and line all feature prominently and support the idea of her photographs being more than a portrait, they are art in their own right.

2. Danyelle Farrell

Editorial photographer Danyelle Farrell is a social documentary photographer—highlighting the people and culture which make this city unique. Ranging from street style portraits where the subjects simply let themselves be seen in a new and interesting way to documenting vignettes of life playing out on the streets of the city, Danyelle’s goal is to allow working class and marginalized people to tell their stories.

Her work is celebrated for its creativity and its straightforward storytelling—allowing the subjects to live their truth while sharing it with viewers. It’s no wonder she’s among the most talented Liverpool editorial photographers around!

3. David Munn

Like many photographers, David Munn picked up a camera when he was young and became hooked on the ability of the camera to capture a moment and tell a story. Unlike many, he has spent the last 20 years as a Liverpool editorial photographer traveling around the world and being published in worldwide media outlets including Time and the Guardian among others.

He is a regular photographer for local venues including the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall and the M&S Bank Arena, capturing international stars in the midst of performance. His style varies with the project, showcasing his versatility and the full range of his talent.

4. Anthony Mooney

Anthony Mooney is one of the best photographers in the Liverpool area for capturing the energy and dynamic nature of events to use in marketing materials. With over 14 years of experience working within crowds to find the most interesting people to photograph and sell a story of fun for future participants, Anthony is also adept at working with the performing artists at the event to document their show stopping performances.

Everything about his portfolio is lively and fun, capturing the full scale of events, as well as all of the planning it takes to make them visually stunning. If you are producing an event anywhere in the world and need only the best photography for future promotion, Anthony is surely one of the best around.

5. Matt Thomas

Working throughout the UK as well as worldwide, Matt Thomas is a photographer of people first and foremost. His portraits invite curiosity, answering questions about the people he photographs while leaving some unanswered.

It’s this interplay of revelation and mystery that makes his images so compelling. Whether he is working as a headshot photographer for the British Medical Association or capturing people expressing themselves and doing what they love for BBC, his work is deeply felt.

6. Amelia Gale-Hasleham Photography

Specializing in editorial and fashion work has given Amelia Gale-Hasleham the opportunity to work with plenty of beautiful people in beautiful landscapes and the result is a simply stunning portfolio. Her work is often influenced by the natural world—graphic florals, an interplay of smooth and rough textures, and soft pastels and earthy tones are her hallmarks. If you or your brand have a romantic flair and you want elegantly posed portraits, check out Amelia’s work.

7. Ian Watts

Consistently published in The Times as well as The Daily Telegraph, Ian Watts is currently a staff photographer for the Liverpool Echo where he covers  both news and sports. The fast-paced nature of his subjects means that he has to be able to visualize the photograph only moments before it happens and place himself in the precise position to capture the shot he has in mind.

The fact that he is able to do this while in the midst of high stakes events is a testament to his skill. He brings this same skill into each shoot whether it is taking action shots of professional football matches or capturing the story in a subject’s eyes as they gaze into the camera—bringing an intensity to every subject he works with.

8. Courtney Hobbs of Collective Digital

As the lead photographer and creative dynamo behind a multimedia production house, Courtney Hobbs has helped countless clients create branding campaigns that go beyond simply informing potential customers, they convert casual observers into customers.

After all, one of the main goals of commercial photography is to help you find your audience and effortlessly sell your products. Not only does the team at collective digital create photos, they are here to make all aspects of your content creation as effortless as possible, including video and audio advertising, and they do it all in a way that lets your brand’s identity shine through.

9. David Oates

With big name clients like the BBC, The Daily Telegraph, and the Guardian, David Oates has made a name for himself as one of the most trusted editorial photographers in the area. His images are a window into his subjects’ lives—simple moments made beautiful by their fleeting nature—turning every day into a potential art piece. His work is evocative and distinctive—utilizing simple compositions to straightforwardly tell a story, without fuss or unnecessary adornment.

10. David J. Colbran of DJC Design

David J. Colbran started DJC Design in 2005 and since then, his company has attracted a loyal client base that knows he’s one of the best in the area not only for corporate headshots and press photos, but also for website design and other content creation needs.

His studio grew from just him to a group of dedicated professionals, each well versed in the art of advertising. Available throughout the UK and beyond, the team at DJC is whom you want on your side when you need full-service marketing professionals.

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