PORSCHE

PORSCHE

SIR ROBERT MCALPINE

SIR ROBERT MCALPINE

BRIDGESTONE

BRIDGESTONE

CHAMBERLIN SQUARE

CHAMBERLIN SQUARE

UNITRON

UNITRON

ASOS

ASOS

CO-OP ACADEMY

CO-OP ACADEMY

BREWDOG

BREWDOG

ITV

ITV

Commercial Photography — Manchester & the North West

Commercial photography for architecture, construction, industrial sites and corporate portraits, plus aerial drone photography and video, based in Lancashire, covering Manchester and the North West. I help businesses, manufacturers, marketing and communications teams, and brands tell their story through strong, accurate photography, from architectural interiors and exteriors for marketing and communications, to corporate portraits for your website, to documenting building projects as they progress. Aerial and drone imagery and footage capture sites, buildings and land from a fresh perspective. I bring a considered, professional approach to every shoot, and I'm always keen to build new relationships on interesting projects and assignments.

Photography Services

  • Industrial photographer capturing manufacturing plant interior, Lancashire

    Industrial Photography

    Professional industrial photography for factories, manufacturing facilities and plant, based near Manchester, working across the North West. From production lines to large-scale industrial sites, I document your operations with a site-safe, detail-focused approach

    Industrial Photography
  • Building exterior photograph showing completed development, North West

    Architecture Photography

    Exterior and interior architecture photography, capturing completed developments, retail and commercial properties, based near Manchester, working across the North West. Often paired with aerial photography and video for a complete view of a site or building.

    Architecture Photography
  • Business conference photographed for company marketing

    Corporate Photography

    Corporate headshots, business portraits, and event and conference photography for businesses based near Manchester, working across the North West. Discreet, professional coverage — from individual headshots to full event coverage — delivered quickly for same-day or next-day use where needed.

    Corporate Photography
  • Aerial Photography at housing development in the evening with multiple new houses

    Aerial Photography

    Professional aerial and drone photography and video for construction sites, industrial facilities and completed developments, based near Manchester, working across the North West. Fully compliant drone operations capture perspectives ground-level photography can't reach — ideal for site surveys, progress overviews and marketing material.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • I work as a commercial photographer covering architecture, industrial and construction sites, corporate portraits, events, and aerial/drone photography and video. Clients typically come to me for a single specialism or a mix, depending on the project, from architectural exteriors to full site documentation with aerial photography and video coverage included.

  • I'm based near Manchester and cover the North West as standard, including Liverpool and the wider Lancashire area. I'm happy to travel further afield for the right project.

  • I work with a broad range of commercial and corporate clients, from construction firms and architects to national brands — including companies such as Porsche, Sir Robert McAlpine, ITV, and Brewdog. Projects range from single-site shoots to ongoing coverage across multiple locations.

  • Yes — I hold a CAA A2 CofC (Certificate of Competency), along with a registered operator ID and flyer ID. All aerial work is covered by dedicated drone liability insurance, with every flight preceded by a site-specific risk assessment and airspace check.

  • Yes — I'm experienced working on live sites, including completing inductions, wearing appropriate PPE, and following site-specific safety requirements. Shoots can be arranged around operational hours or scheduled downtime, whichever suits your site.

  • Pricing depends on the type of shoot, number of locations, and any specialist requirements such as aerial coverage or out-of-hours access. Every project is quoted individually — get in touch with a brief and I'll put together a tailored quote. Prices start from £500 + vat

  • Get in touch with a bit of detail about your project — location, type of shoot, and timeframe — and I'll follow up with availability and a quote. You can email me on info@martynhicks.com or call on 07966 535596