Mammal Photography Gallery

Featuring Harvest Mice

Small in scale. Extraordinary in presence.

This gallery showcases specialist small mammal photography created within the controlled studio environment of Studio 9 Photography in Oldham, North West UK — with a particular focus on Harvest Mice.

Harvest Mice are among the smallest British mammals, delicate in structure yet full of character. Photographing them successfully requires patience, preparation, ethical practice and precise lighting control.

These are not chance encounters — they are carefully managed studio sessions designed to prioritise welfare while creating striking, detailed imagery.

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Ethical & Controlled Studio Environment

Every session is built around:

• Welfare-first handling and minimal stress practice
• Calm, temperature-aware studio conditions
• Purpose-built naturalistic sets
• Controlled professional lighting
• Close-focus techniques for clarity and depth

Our aim is to create imagery that feels natural, intimate and respectful — while maintaining complete control over light and composition.

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Precision Lighting for Small Mammals

Photographing subjects this small requires careful shaping of light to avoid harshness while still revealing:

• Fine fur detail
• Whisker definition
• Natural eye reflections
• Texture within organic set builds

Each image is carefully crafted to maintain authenticity while elevating the subject beyond simple documentation.

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Signature Workshops

Harvest Mouse photography forms the heart of our specialist workshops.

These sessions provide photographers with a rare opportunity to learn:

• How to safely work with small mammals
• Studio lighting techniques for delicate subjects
• Set design for naturalistic storytelling
• Patience, timing and behavioural awareness

These workshops are limited and pre-booked in advance to ensure quality and care.

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A Unique Studio Specialism

Harvest Mouse studio photography is a rare niche within the UK photography industry. This gallery represents not only technical control, but a commitment to responsible, respectful wildlife imagery.

If you are interested in attending a workshop, commissioning specialist small mammal photography, or collaborating on a project, we welcome enquiries.

Contact Studio 9 Photography for availability and upcoming dates.