Paul Manser is a multidisciplinary commercial, sports, and content photographer and videographer with a keen eye for detail. He has worked with a wide range of brands, including L’Oreal, Sainsbury’s, Lock and Co, Tribourne, and many more.

Paul initially wanted to be a graphics designer at college, but during his course, he discovered that his skills were better suited to photography. He then studied advertising and fashion photography at Cheltenham and Gloucester College, assisting many photographers in London and Brighton.

Paul started by focussing on still life and product photography. While working in Brighton, he became the second photographer for the studio, taking on a share of the studio’s clients and building up his own separate clientele. Over 25 years ago, he transitioned to becoming a freelance photographer.

In the early days, Paul used film cameras like Sinar and Cambo (utilising 10x8 and 5x4) and medium format cameras like Hasselbald and Mamiya. He is now proficient in using both DSLR and mirrorless cameras and a variety of studio lighting systems.

With the ever-changing pace of content, Paul often takes photos and films simultaneously. Even when not working, he is usually out with his camera, and he recently was shortlist for both Landscape and Wildlife Photographer of the Year.

In his spare time, Paul is a family man and a keen sportsman who enjoys playing Padel, surfing, or wing foiling..