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Welcome to Charles Ward Photography. We are UK based photographers with 40 years experience and would be delighted to work with you.

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A few words, rather than pictures….

After 40 years behind the camera, most people would expect me to retire, but I love photography too much to stop just yet. Although, we have recently sold the farm in Earls Barton and closed Farm Studios, I am still taking photographs on location, so do keep in touch. I keep this website going as a tribute to many of my wonderful past employees, customers and suppliers and my son James, a great filmmaker in his own right, is now helping me with photoshoots in both Edinburgh and London.

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  • Mike Lowe

    We have always used Charles to do our food photography, he takes great professional photo’s that look stunning. Charles is a pleasure to work with, he freely shares his knowledge and offers useful tips. A creative photographer, great studio and up to date equipment.

  • Kate Manion

    We used Charles for a food and drink photo shoot for Resorts World Birmingham across several bars and restaurants and we were thrilled with the images we received . His attention to detail and the skill and effort he puts in to getting the perfect shot each and every time makes his work outstanding. The vibrancy and detail of each image makes the food jump out of the picture and captures every little bit of colour and texture. Charles is also set apart by the fact that he really takes on board the commercial brief. He thinks about and understands how the images need to be used, making sure they have the right look and feel for the brand and are versatile enough to feature across a wide variety of marketing materials. We really enjoyed the experience of working with Charles and are already booking our next shoot! Kate Manion, Brand Marketing Manager, Resorts World Birmingham

  • Helen Evans

    Love, love, love the photos Charles took! Can't recommend him more highly. He puts you at your ease and gets the very best photo you could hope for. Would highly recommend.

  • Kurt Wheatley

    I had the opportunity to witness Charles at work in his state of the art studio. Charles’s work and enthusiasm shines through with his high quality photos and professionalism. It was a pleasure working with Charles and there will be many more to come. Keep doing what you do best.

  • Doug Chapman

    There is more to Charles Ward Photography than just superb photography! They have extensive experience in marketing and branding which of course compliments their core business. Working with Charlie and his team was a breath of fresh air and their overall contribution to creation of the business was invaluable.


  • Ben Griigs

    My startup needed photographs of our new conference and presenter TV trolley range and on recomendation we spent a day with Charlie to get the images for our print and website requirements. We used the morning to get all of the cut out shots of our products at the state of the art studio in Earls Barton followed by an afternoon at a local hotel to get on location shots. Charlie listend to our requirements and was very quick to produce the excellent results delivered.

  • Paul Warner

    I have used Charles on several occasions as a client so when an opportunity arose to create a 'mini studio' based around product photography, there really was only one choice. Charlie was engaged from moment one and hugely responsive to every question and concern. We were invited to his studio so we could understand how we could create a very similar setup, albeit on a smaller scale. He graciously introduced us to partners he has used for many years to help us better create a workflow, all of whom, treated us like old friends. Having prepared us a detailed spec list with justification for his choices, he also showed us areas we could save money and areas where it would be a false economy. He helped us source all the kit, even taking into consideration our wish to support other local companies for the supply where possible. Finally, he helped us 'set up' the studio and gave us expert tuition in creating a 'workflow' that worked for us and all delivered in an engaging way that left us feeling informed, rather than overwhelmed. It is rare for me to write a review because most companies these days just do 'enough' but it is more than fair to say, Charlie truly went above and beyond. Paul Warner Chief Imagineer - The Emporium

  • Arkish Patel

    We recently had the pleasure of working with Charles Ward Photography for our latest collection of shoes and boots at John White Shoes. Charles brought our products to life with his exceptional photography skills. His attention to detail and understanding of how to showcase footwear truly set our products apart. Each image captured the essence of our brand—timeless elegance and superior quality. The colour correction and cut-outs provided were meticulous, ensuring that our products looked their absolute best. Working with Charles was a delight from start to finish. He was professional, responsive, and went above and beyond to meet our tight deadlines. The online gallery provided was user-friendly and made it easy to access and select our images. His expertise not only reflects in the quality of his work but also in the efficient and courteous service he provides. We are confident that the visual appeal of our shoes and boots has been greatly enhanced by Charles's work, and we look forward to future collaborations. For any business seeking top-notch product photography, look no further than Charles Ward Photography.

  • Nicola Clements

    We have worked with Charles and his team a couple of times and couldn't recommend him highly enough. Always friendly, professional and reliable, Charles goes the extra mile to ensure he meets our photographic briefs. We have been delighted with the photos that Charles has provided for us and will definitely be using him again. Nicola Clements - Marketing and Communications Manager, Haddonstone

  • Felicity Bignell

    Charlie very kindly invited a group of amateur photographers from the Aperture Photography Group (APG), to have a tour of his commercial studio. We were given an in-depth demonstration on taking food photography in daylight and footwear using flash. Charlie could not have been more generous with his time and sharing of his wealth of knowledge. Charlie encourage questions and his enthusiasm for his work was infectious. The attention to detail was evident in all he does, spending time with the smallest of detail, making sure the colour of the product was truly accurate and the product stood out with clarity. Charlie is very personable, friendly and could not have been more helpful.

  • Holly Lamb

    A passionate, patient and personable photographer, Charlie provides outstanding training that is incredibly helpful and responsive to one’s needs. I thoroughly enjoyed the session and would certainly recommend him to anyone who wants to delve deeper into the wonderful world of photography.

  • Nick Frampton

    Charlie is great photographer and has helped me out many times with some exceptional stills and video. His attention to detail is second to none. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anybody.

  • Camilla Denton

    Charlie is great photographer and has helped me out many times with some exceptional stills and video. His attention to detail is second to none. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anybody.

  • Giulio Grosso

    Charles Ward took our wedding photos 10 years ago, and made an incredible experience a constant reminder through the high quality photographs he took. We struggled to pick the best ones ... Recently I required professional photographs, and we asked for family pictures with our 3yr old son. It was a lovely experience, and once again we have quality photos to look back on with time, and age. I cannot compliment or recommend Charles enough for his professionalism and wonderful nature, and the way he makes his subjects feel so relaxed to get the best photos.

  • Sarah Osborne

    have worked on shoots with Charlie over the past couple of years and it is always an absolute pleasure. As well as being incredibly friendly and accommodating, Charlie's professionalism, experience, equipment, studio and results are second to none. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him.

  • Ali Cooper

    Charlie is the most professional, enthusiastic and brilliant photographer. I have known him personally and professionally for nearly 20 years. Always adds the highest energy and knowledge to any professional shoot and delivers above and beyond. Ali Cooper Fitness


  • Stanlee Kelly

    Excellent photoshoot, Charles got us booked in a quick timeframe, photos were taken and edited within a very quick turn around. Extremely professional and would highly recommend!


  • Balinda Robinson

    Charles put us all at ease for our team photos and for those of us that were a little anxious about it, he made it a really enjoyable and fun experience. Fabulous photos, we were all thrilled with them. Thanks Charles

  • Anna Elshafei

    Charlie was a delight to work with, very expert and created a set of really excellent images for my new brand. Highly recommended!

  • George Matts

    Charles took team photos for our website. We're very pleased with how the photos shoot and photos turned out. Many thanks - happy to recommend

  • Vio Marculescu

    Had great professional portrait pictures for work, done by Charles Ward Photography. Would definitely recommend and will certainly use the photography services again.

  • White Mills Marina

    Thank you so much Charles Ward Photography for the fantastic drone shots you did of the marina this week - they are wonderful and have made a real impact and were absolutely the kind of shots we were hoping for. Brilliant

  • Sam Welly

    I had a great meeting with Charles today, he was full on encouragement and gave me some great advice. I few things to consider and some leads to follow up.

  • Steph Gadd

    We had a fantastic experience with Charlie. He was incredibly hospitable and his photos were awesome!

  • Dale Perry

    Charlie is the ultimate professional, excelling in every shot he takes and on top of that he is a thoroughly nice bloke.

  • James

    Great service all round - drone photos were excellent

  • B.E

    Great pictures, great service and very professional!


  • Sadi Chowdhury

    Charles Ward Photography most professional.


  • Kate Williams

    Fantastic service - super friendly and professional!