Darren Smith Photography

Weir Gatehouse

The weir gatehouse in Etherow country park allows the park staff and the farmers to release water during a flood. It has been here for many years showing the traditional building methods and cast iron gearing.

The Apple Market

The apple market in the middle of Covent Garden is a Popular place to relax, eat, drink and socialise in London.

Jubilee

The Jubilee line on London's underground in black and white. It may be below the ground but it is still a gigantic piece of architecture in its own right. Many people use this public transport system everyday.

Twilight Churchyard

A churchyard in Guildford Surrey in the twilight of the evening. A single street lamp lit the area with an eyrie glow against the gate and silhouetted buildings.

Guildford Cathedral

Guildford Cathedral on the hills of Surrey is a magnificent 20th century building. Its bright interior is welcoming to all that visit, made even more so by the colourful displays.

Black Rhino Mother

A black and white photograph of a mother black rhinoceros. Its calf was right next to her This endangered species is in decline and its wonderful to see the conservation work done across the world

Just the Baby

A black and white photo of a baby asian elephant learning from the herd during the summer months.

See the Feeling

A closeup black and white photo of an asian elephant clearly showing the emotions we are familiar with.

Bold Humboldt

A bold Humboldt penguin basks in the summer sun, drying his feathers and showing off his plumage. These animals always show their personality and this is why they are a favourite of wildlife fans.

Tea for Bee

A bee is enjoying a tasty treat from a bright coloured aster flower. In return the insect helps pollinate other flowers in the neighbourhood.

Feed the Birds....

Garden birds like a bluetit make sure its safe to visit a garden feeder during winter. These birds are often found in the gardens, parks and woodlands around the UK.

Safe for Lunch

A small garden bird, a bluetit making sure its safe to visit a garden feeder in Cheshire. These birds are often found in the gardens, parks and woodlands around the UK.

Red Faced

The feathers of an inquisitive robin are tightly packed along his body and the vibrant breast of this bird stand out. These birds often bold enough to approach people in the garden or park.

Nutter Nuthatch

A nuthatch is often found in the gardens and parks of Northern Europe.

Black and white Borage

A black and white photo of the starflower (Borage). Its vibrant colours have turned monochrome to show its intimate detail.

Rainy Tulips

A rain covered yellow tulip shot in the gardens near the studio.

Unopened

Unopened, Flowers can equally be as stunning before they open up as they are when fully open. The bud of this flower has such intricate detail allowing it to thrive in the gardens of the northwest.

Wavebreakers

These old wave breakers are designed to protect the coastline from erosion, but years of battering from the tide will take their toll.

Minnis Bay

A photograph of one of the coastal shelters in Minnis bay Kent in the southeast of England. These buildings offer protection from the weather to those walking along the coast.

Meols Steps

Steps lead down to the beach at Meols Beach in the Wirral in Merseyside England. These steps have been well used over the years to get visitors down to the sand.

Life on a Narrowboat

Part of a series depicting life of narrowboat owners along he waterways of England. The scenery is spectacular for visitors to the water and a popular tourist site.

Canalside

Part of a series depicting life of narrowboat owners along he waterways of England. The scenery is spectacular for visitors to the water and a popular tourist site.

Rolling Hills

The English countryside is covered in pastures throughout the spring and summer months. Farms grow crops to feed us and livestock. The added bonus of this is views like this from east Cheshire.

The Herbage

The herbage in Longnor found in the Peak District National Park a lone agricultural building sits on the edge of a field

New images added to the events page

Several images have been added to the Event page, one of the many services offered by Darren Smith in respect to some of the recent wedding shoots shot by Darren Smith Photography. Thank you to the respective clients for giving their permission to show photos from their special day.

Posted by Darren Smith 26/02/2022

New Images updated

Several of the galleries have all been updated with new images. If you follow Darren Smith Photography on Social media you may have seen some of them recently. To see the new image look at the top of this page or visit the Gallery,

Posted by Darren Smith 16/01/2022

If you gave your loved ones or received a photoshoot voucher?

If you gave your family and friends gave you a Darren Smith Photography photoshoot as a gift or received one, Get in touch below or visit the services pages to make your booking

Posted by Darren Smith 16/01/2022

Recent client made a request for a "doggie shoot" with her two dogs

Photographing two dogs for a client who Darren Smith Photography had previoulsy worked with. The clients where happy with their previous service that they asked for a photoshoot with thier famiily dogs.

Posted by Darren Smith 10/11/2021

Recent order of a number of photo books and prints for a client.

A recent client has odered several photo books and prints for thier friends and family.

Posted by Darren Smith 09/11/2021

Official 2022 Calendar is on sale NOW

The latest edition of the official Darren Smith Photography calendar is on sale now. This limited edition 2022 calendar offers 13 unique photographs on a 13 page 297x210mm matt and gloss print. Buy yours now by going to the Calendar page

read about each image in the own story page

Posted by Darren Smith 25/10/2021

Recent wedding event

Darren Smith was honoured to take photographs for an excellent wedding of a fantastic couple from Manchester.

Posted by Darren Smith 25/10/2021

Whole Site update

The whole site has been updated recently to freshen up the look and feel of Darren Smith Photography's online presence. The site has become clean with more emphasis on the images on show. If you see an issue on this site, please report a problem via the contact page.

Posted by Darren Smith 12/10/2021

Recent Wedding Shoot

Darren Smith was honoured to be the official photographer for the wedding of a fantastic couple from Cheshire, the happy couple where provided with a personalised shoot of the event and are currently selecting thier favourite images.

Posted by Darren Smith 23/09/2021

Autumn Clients to Darren Smith Photography

Darren Smith Photography is looking forward to seeing his new clients in the Autumn. See the Gallery to see what Darren Smith Photography has to offer and make a booking though the contact page

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Posted by Darren Smith 18/09/2021

Looking forward to new clients

It is a pleasure to be meeting new and existing clients during the Autumn of 2021 in a secure and safe environment. New clients, please let me reassure you that meetings can arranged at the studio, in your home, in your business or in an external venue. Make a booking though the contact page

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Posted by Darren Smith 26/08/2021

Covid Safe Bookings Available

Darren Smith Photography is able to make safe. Covid-free bookings during 2021. Make a booking though the contact page

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Posted by Darren Smith 10/04/2021

Client Bookings Available

Darren Smith Photography is still operating during the Coronavirus / Covid19 pandemic in 2021

Posted by Darren Smith 10/01/2021

Own Story

Read the own story of each of the images from the last official Darren Smith Photography calendar showing 13 unique images and the story behind them.

Posted by Darren Smith 05/11/2020

Online Video Channel

Darren Smith Photography offers a full range of Tutorials into photography for Students and Teachers of Photography. Please Subscribe by visiting the official video channel or view the Tutorials here or at the top of the page.

Posted by Darren Smith 10/01/2021