Bob Smith

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Bob Smith.
Ex newspaper photographer with more than 40 years' experience

Wedding and event photographer in Bradford, Leeds, Keighley and West Yorkshire

You want a relaxed and friendly photographer to capture your event and people in a natural style
Event
I'm a professional event photographer covering Yorkshire, Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Leeds, Bradford, Skipton, Harrogate and beyond. If you hire me, I'll guarantee relaxed, documentary-style photography to capture real moments for your business, organisation or your couples event. I can usually provide a fast turn around too. Planning an event in 2026 or 2027? Get in touch for a no-obligation quotation. Most enquiries receive a reply within 24 hours. Click on this box to email me and tell me about your event.
Business headshots and personal portraits
I know it can be awkward posing in front of a camera, so let me put you at ease. Let's make it a relaxed experience. I have a portable backdrop and lights so you'll look your best. Need some professional portraits of your team, or a photograph of your favourite family members? Contact me by clicking this box. I'll usually reply within 24 hours.
Wedding
It's your big day and you want a modern, natural set of photographs that capture the magic of your wedding day. I'll provide a relaxed, photojournalism-style experience, mixed with some nice family group pictures. Planning your big day? Click on this box for a no-obligation quotation and you'll normally hear back from me within 24 hours.
Public relations
You want your business or organisation to present a modern, professional image, whether it's production processes or those important presentations. Tell me what you have in mind and I'll get back to you. Click here to email me about your PR needs.
Experience counts: I've been a professional photographer for more than 40 years.

How can I help you?

Hiring a photographer can be confusing and daunting. I can help you decide how to get the images you want. I’ve decades of experience dealing with my subjects to produce eye-catching pictures that are a lasting record of the people and places in front of my lens. I’ve photographed royalty, top politicians, beautiful brides, corporate leaders and many ordinary and extraordinary people.

What do my clients say?

Here are some of my reviews:

"Bob Smith was the photographer at my wedding. The results were spectacular. The photographs were stunning…. I wholeheartedly recommend Bob Smith. A fantastically talented photographer and all round lovely guy." – Riaz

"Bob Smith is an excellent photographer. Friendly with guests, great at capturing 'the moment'! and quick to send over final shots. Highly recommended." – Gemma

"Bob is our go to photographer for the Council events. His photos are phenomenal… We would highly recommend Bob to anyone." – Annabelle
Professional skills
You can have confidence you'll get top quality images. My clients tell me they're delighted with the pictures I provide. Get in touch with me by clicking this box and I'll get back to you without delay.
The right equipment
I wouldn't expect you to know about cameras and all the other bits of kit I use, but rest assured I invest in some of the best equipment available so you will get outstanding pictures.
Flexible and adaptable
You're looking for a photographer who can capture all those magic moments that happen, whether it's at your wedding ceremony of during your event. If you're planning your big day or an important event, contact me by clicking on this box to email me and I'll help guide you to get the images you want.
An eye for an image
Why do you want to hire a photographer like me? Because I have an eye for those images that will stand out and capture those magic moments. Click on this box to get in touch.
Experience
When you step in front of my lens, you're the VIP of the moment, and you're as important as the members of the royal family, prime ministers and film stars that I've photographed during my more than 43 years as a pro photographer, many as a working press photojournalist. And I'm fully insured.
Friendly
The last thing you want is a surly photographer who sours the experience. My clients will tell you I'm friendly, approachable and considerate and I'll put you at your ease. Click on this box to get in touch.

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Weddings
£750
Wedding prices start at £750 for the essential package, rising to £950 for full coverage
Natural, photojournalism-style photography
Plus formal group shots
Full-size images supplied via download
Licence to use on social media and personal website
Full post-production processing
Travel up to 50 miles included
Details
Business and public relations
£150
Fees begin at £150 for a one-hour session and post production processing, with licence for press, PR and online use
Up to one hour location shoot and post production processing £150
Licence for press, PR and online use
Full day rate (up to 7.5 hours) £560
+ Mileage at HMRC rates
Two-year exclusivity
Delivery of images by download
Details
Stock photography
£250
Want to use one of my images? Prices from £250 per licence with credit
Large selection of landscape and cityscape images
Brontë countryside
Travel scenes
Outdoor pursuits
Licences start at £250 for use with credit; £500 without credit
Details
Events
£350
Coverage of your event, photojournalism-style
Half-day coverage £350
Full-day coverage £560
Full-size images supplied via download
Full post-production processing
Details
Headshots and portraits
£150
Staff or personal headshots in-situ from £150
Half-day rate £356
Full-day rate £560
Family portraits using portable studio lights
Delivery of images via download
Print prices supplied if required
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