
Welcome
I’m Mark Richards of Mark Richards Photographic in Newbury.
I am a freelance photographer, predominantly people are my preferred subject. I have a studio in the heart of Newbury, just a few minutes from the town centre. I specialise in headshots, portraits and family photography.
You can often find me taking photos at public events, from music festivals to the arts, to corporate presentations, training and of course weddings.

Portraits
Personal Photoshoot?
I offer a customisable photoshoot experience to suit your needs, from outdoor shoots to studio sessions. A wide range of props and wardrobe options to enhance the look of your photos. High-resolution digital images delivered within a week of the shoot, along with a selection of touch-up and retouching services.
Public Events
Organising an event?
I can capture the highlights of your event, with optional photo backdrops and props to add an extra level of fun and personality. Your high-resolution digital images will be delivered within a week of the event.


Weddings
Wedding Photography?
See my wide range of photography packages to suit your needs and budget. Pre-wedding photoshoots to get you comfortable in front of the camera and create a storybook of memories. High-resolution digital images and a beautifully crafted wedding album to preserve your memories for a lifetime.
Photo Restoration
Old Photos?
Do you have old or damaged photos, I use expert restoration techniques to bring old photos back to life. Trust me to carefully revive your cherished memories for generations to come.

What others have said
Testimonials
Guerrilla VA
During the photoshoot, Mark Richards continued to provide great encouragement to achieve the results we discussed. I was very anxious at first, and you could see it in my face. Mark casually spoke to me whilst taking my photos which helped me loosen up. He made the photoshoot fun, which made me feel at ease.… Read more “Guerrilla VA”
Test Valley Kitchens & Bathrooms
Your professionally taken photos and images show off the high standards to which we work, and I cannot praise you any higher for your great work. I would recommend Mark Richards to any other business and to friends and family as I am very confident that they will receive the best quality… Read more “Test Valley Kitchens & Bathrooms”
R Frost
The finished image was absolutely amazing and your idea to print the coloured restored image alongside a copy of the original photo was brilliant. My sister and I were both blowen away by the restored image, but we knew the real test would be on Christmas morning when our parents saw the photo. My mum’s… Read more “R Frost”
A Clarke
I don’t like photoshoots, I hate them in fact, but Mark Richards made me feel comfortable and less stressed about the process, guiding me through different ideas to get the right… Read more “A Clarke”
A day in the life of a photographer
Blog
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Photographing at a recording studio
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Photographing a graduation
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Music Event
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