Stephen Cotterell on Fstoppers

stephen cotterell photography

Photography has been a powerful influence and interest for as long as I can remember. I loved looking through the piles and piles of snapshots taken by my Mum, and playing with ‘point and shoot’ film cameras as a child. After many years and varying careers, on 19th January 2012 I woke up and decided to devote the rest of my life to photography – and people. Portraits, in their many forms, are for where it’s at, for me. They combine my 2 passions. It’s such an honour to be asked to create a photograph that will be treasured. So I do my best to craft great portraits. Images that have the power to move. Images that inspire and create a feeling of warmth. Images that capture someone’s essence. Anyone who knows me will know of my love for “geeky” technology, my camera collection and shelf full of lenses, lights galore and other paraphernalia. But I could own all the camera equipment in the world and still not be a photographer. The difference that makes the difference is in making that connection with my subject and then revealing them in the best possible light. You will also know that I’m fascinated by human communication and personal development, and I use these skills in my photo sessions. My aim is to create a total experience for the ‘subject’ so that they have a thoroughly enjoyable, memorable and fun time while we are co-creating great portraits. I can’t wait to work with you and create some stunning portraits.