I picked up a camera eight years ago out of a simple desire to be more present in my life. At the time, I was working in London as a graphic designer and it felt like life was moving at such pace. Photography became my practice to slow time. As I honed my skills, I learned I could capture feelings I couldn’t put into words…and I fell in love. Much of my inspiration comes from travelling and I’ve been fortunate enough to shoot worldwide. But right now, I can usually be found at home in Bristol with my partner, Lun, and our cat, Bear — dreaming up our next adventure. It’s second nature to me to tune into people’s moods, the atmosphere in a room or a crowd of people, the sounds I hear, the scents – and this is reflected in my photography which is often sensorial. Before my time as a graphic designer, I studied Fashion and this training has undoubtedly inspired the way I compose and capture interesting frames with story and feeling. My couples mean the world to me and I am constantly in awe of the lasting friendships I make from doing what I love. I feel very lucky. You’ve read my story, now I’d like to hear yours. If my work resonates, I’d love to hear from you. Let’s chat about capturing your love.

Claire Coulthard Photographer | About
Rooted in connection + artistry. A balance of moments that feel both stylish and deeply personal.

Photographer
Claire Coulthard
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