From humble beginnings, to one of the East Midlands most spoken about photographers...


  • I'm Ted - a studio portrait photographer in Derby, and also a wedding photographer for referred clients.
  • I've been married for over 22 years and have two amazing kids.
  • I've rescued 4 dogs over the last 20 years, and the latest one is a bit of a tinker!
  • I come from a small town on the east coast of England and have worked from the East Midlands since 1995.
  • I have been a photographer most of my adult life, starting in the late 1980s and professionally since 2007.


My love and commitment to what I do, and how I do it, is rooted within deeply held values of hand craftsmanship, excellence, and creative expression. To work the way I do, where the photographic formation hinges on my every decision and movement, is an incredibly fulfilling form of art.


I am DBS Checked and if you want to know more about my work please just reach out to me


Where I am:


Dale Road, Spondon, Derby (precise address for booked clients only)


Nearest train station: Derby (plan via Trainline)


Nearest M1 exit : J25 (the studio is literally 10 minutes drive from it!)


Parking: Parking for 3 cars


Nearest Airport: East Midlands Airport (30 minutes drive or less)


Your photographer without his Hasselblad in his hand! A rare scene

Reviews & Recommendations


Below are some screenshots of reviews from previous clients.

Review of Ted Smith Photography
Review of Ted Smith Photography
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Review of Ted Smith Photography
Review of Ted Smith Photography
A photograph of me with my Hasselblad at Kinder Downfall and Kinder Reservoir

Me, photographing Kinder Reservoir in Dec 2023