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Portraits That Feel Like You.

Modern portrait photography for people who want to feel seen, not posed

I create portraits for people who don’t want to perform, pretend, or become someone else in front of a camera.

My work is quiet, honest, and rooted in presence. Focused on how you feel, not just how you look. Whether this is your first portrait session or your fiftieth, you don’t need to know how to pose or what to do.

You just need to show up as yourself.

I’ll take care of the rest

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About Me…

Hi, I’m Rich, Portrait photographer, husband, dad, and the person behind Chapter One Studio.

I’m quietly observant, a little dry, occasionally sarcastic, and very serious about good pizza and cheese. But more than anything, I care about people feeling comfortable, safe, and like themselves in front of my camera.

Most people tell me the same thing: “I hate having my photo taken.”
And honestly? That’s kind of my speciality.

You don’t need to know how to pose. You don’t need to perform. You don’t need to become a different version of yourself. My job is to create a calm, un-pressured space, guide you gently, and photograph you as you are… not as who you think you’re supposed to be.

The result is honest, human portraits that feel like you.

Based in Market Drayton, Shropshire.
Working with people across Shropshire, Chester, Staffordshire, and beyond.

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