Black & White Portrait Photographer

"Creating the dark....with light".


Film Photographer of the Year Finalist - 2026

Creative black and white fashion photograph of model Jessica Wilcock wearing head dress by Jay Briggs Millinery

Embellished lace crown with pheasant feathers by UK designer, Jay Briggs, worn by Jessica Wilcock

vISUALS that Speak


I specialise in dark, high-contrast black-and-white portraiture and my work is rooted in a deliberate process that treats light as a sculptural tool rather than just simple illumination. With it, I help agencies and creatives curate portrait and editorial campaigns that carry genuine visual weight.


My photographs communicate authority, edge, and intention. The kind of work that earns a second look and holds a brand identity together.


Un-apologetically bold. Creating the dark, with light.



Self Portrait

Capturing a custom headdress piece created by Jay Briggs and worn by Jessica Wilcock

Heather Shaw created head dress worn by Jessica Wilcock
Beautiful Creatures London - Product shoot with Volodina
Full bridal photograph in black and white
Embellished lace crown with pheasant feathers by UK designer, Jay Briggs, worn by Jessica Wilcock
Photography for musicians and bands, especially rock bands
Volodina wearing Beautiful Creatures clothing featuring lace by Cluny Lace
Han Rose wearing head wear by Heather Shaw
Model Alice Bryan in a Chesterfield Armchair
Model Mia Moore photographed for Project Vampirique #projectvampirique
UK model Luke Wilcock wearing Terminator style leather jacket
Jessica Wilcock - Victorian Gothic photograph
Photography for musicians
UK model Mia Moore photographed under fresnel lighting on stairs
Jessica Wilcock creating a Nazgul cloaked photograph
Ironman James Spray
Jessica Wilcock with a goats skull - Victorian Gothic photograph
Alice Bryan looking powerful sat on a Chesterfield Armchair
Anna Maria Georgia wearing head piece by Heather Shaw
black and white portrait shot of my friend
KIND WORDS....
Review by Model Volodina
"...words cannot truly describe his professionalism and passion for photography! ... I love the photos we created together - atmospheric, mysterious and full of depth."
— Volodina
Review by Model Jessica Wilcock
"...Such a great photographer to work with, always positive and enthusiastic about what he does. His work has a beautiful elegance to it...I'd recommend him all day, any day."
— Jessica Wilcock
Review of Ted Smith Photography by fashion model Han Rose
".The experience was incredible. His creative vision stood out immediately - his attention to detail, direction, and enthusiasm made the shoot both inspiring and enjoyable...his distinctive style is striking, emotive, and deeply expressive.
— Han Rose

Awards, Publications and Features


Finalist in Analogue Wonderland and Kodak Winter Competition 2026

Finalist in UK Film Photographer of the Year 2026

Published by 1994 Magazine, April 2025 , OHAGURO Edition

Awarded "Expert Commended" (in top 20) in UK Film Photographer of the Year 2024

Published by Malvie (French Editorial) Magazine, 2024

Published by Swanky Magazine, Spellbound Edition 2024

Published series by Kodak Professional Global, 2024

Winner of Kodak Alaris "Low Light Magic" competition, 2019

Interviewed by "The Negative Positives Podcast"

Interviewed by the "Classic Camera Revival Podcast", twice.

Published by World Wildlife Fund 2010


As Featured in...

Kodak Professional
Ilford Photo