I’m Neil, Exploring Architectural Beauty at Home & Worldwide
One Arm 💪🏻 One Camera 📷 One World 🌍
Hi, I’m Neil. A British photographer born in Germany, but that’s a tale for another time over a decent glass of bourbon. You’ll often find me searching for that perfect shot in this beautiful world of ours. Yes, it’s true, I only have one arm. However, I do have several cameras, although I can only hold one at a time, right?
Based in the Midlands and North Wales, I'm well-positioned to cover projects across the UK. However, as you’ll see from my portfolio, my photography has taken me to some truly incredible places around the globe. I have a passport, and I’m not afraid to use it...
A Passion For Photography
On the ground or in the air, my passion for photography has taken me to some of the most remarkable places on this earth. I have been a professional photographer for over 30 years. An eternally frustrated architect, my journey began with capturing motorsport images for printed publications, eventually leading me to photograph musicians, artists, business leaders, and politicians. All these experiences have shaped my career and brought me to where I am today. My true passion lies in capturing the buildings, environments, and structures that we, as humans, inhabit, work within, and rely on every day.
Mission Statement
To document architecture as a living dialogue between design, history, and human experience. I strive to reveal each building's unique character through thoughtful composition and natural light, creating visual narratives that honour the architect's vision while capturing how spaces truly exist in the world. Whether showcasing contemporary & industrial sites, or breathing new life into heritage buildings, my work serves to deepen appreciation for exceptional design and the stories embedded within our built environment. Through collaborative relationships with architects, developers, and custodians of historical treasures, I create photography that doesn't merely record, it reveals and celebrates.
Lets Talk
neil@neilshelbylong.com