Studio 9 Photography Blog
Photography, people, creativity and Purpose.
We’re Not an OR Studio, We’re an AND Studio
09/11/2026
Photography, people, creativity and purpose. Welcome to Studio 9.
When people think about a photography studio, they usually imagine somewhere you go to have your portrait taken, update your professional headshot or perhaps have some family photographs done.
And yes, we do all of that.
But at Studio 9, that’s only part of the story.
We’re not an OR Studio. We’re an AND Studio.
We’re a portrait studio AND a commercial photography studio. We’re a creative space AND a learning environment. We’re somewhere to experiment, discover, develop skills and, hopefully, see photography in a completely different light.
And that’s exactly how we like it.
More than just a photography studio
Studio 9 wasn’t created to follow the traditional idea of what a photography business should be.
Photography has so many different possibilities, and we believe there’s room to explore them all.
One day, we might be creating professional portraits, model portfolios or corporate headshots. The next, we could be working on intricate product photography, food imagery, macro photography or capturing the fascinating world of invertebrates.
We also run specialist photography workshops, giving photographers the opportunity to work with subjects and techniques they might never otherwise experience.
From Harvest Mice and reptiles to creative lighting and product photography, there’s always something different happening.
Why limit creativity to just one thing?
Photography has a purpose
There’s another side to Studio 9 that means a great deal to us.
Studio 9 Photography Workshops CIC was established with a wider ambition: to use photography as a way of empowering veterans, young people and members of our local community.
We believe photography can offer more than just a finished image.
It can provide an opportunity to learn something new, develop confidence, discover creativity and connect with other people.
Our ambition is to create opportunities for people who might not otherwise have access to photography training, equipment or a creative environment.
It’s about giving people the opportunity to discover what they’re capable of.
You don’t have to be a professional
One of the things we love about photography is that there’s always something new to learn.
You don’t need the latest camera, an expensive collection of lenses or years of experience to get involved.
You simply need an interest and a willingness to have a go.
Whether you’re an established photographer looking to develop your skills, someone considering photography for the first time, or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes, there’s a place for you here.
We want Studio 9 to be welcoming, approachable and a little different.
So, what’s next?
We’re continuing to develop Studio 9, exploring new creative opportunities, building workshops, working with businesses and developing our community projects.
There are ideas in the pipeline, new subjects to photograph and plenty more to share.
We don’t pretend to be everything to everyone, but we do believe in giving creativity room to grow.
And that’s what Studio 9 is all about.
Portraiture AND commercial photography.
Learning AND creating.
Business AND community.
Photography AND purpose.
We’re Studio 9.
We’re not an OR Studio.
We’re an AND Studio.
Come and see what we’re all about.
Website:Studio 9 Photography Workshops CIC
When people think about a photography studio, they usually imagine somewhere you go to have your portrait taken, update your professional headshot or perhaps have some family photographs done.
And yes, we do all of that.
But at Studio 9, that’s only part of the story.
We’re not an OR Studio. We’re an AND Studio.
We’re a portrait studio AND a commercial photography studio. We’re a creative space AND a learning environment. We’re somewhere to experiment, discover, develop skills and, hopefully, see photography in a completely different light.
And that’s exactly how we like it.
More than just a photography studio
Studio 9 wasn’t created to follow the traditional idea of what a photography business should be.
Photography has so many different possibilities, and we believe there’s room to explore them all.
One day, we might be creating professional portraits, model portfolios or corporate headshots. The next, we could be working on intricate product photography, food imagery, macro photography or capturing the fascinating world of invertebrates.
We also run specialist photography workshops, giving photographers the opportunity to work with subjects and techniques they might never otherwise experience.
From Harvest Mice and reptiles to creative lighting and product photography, there’s always something different happening.
Why limit creativity to just one thing?
Photography has a purpose
There’s another side to Studio 9 that means a great deal to us.
Studio 9 Photography Workshops CIC was established with a wider ambition: to use photography as a way of empowering veterans, young people and members of our local community.
We believe photography can offer more than just a finished image.
It can provide an opportunity to learn something new, develop confidence, discover creativity and connect with other people.
Our ambition is to create opportunities for people who might not otherwise have access to photography training, equipment or a creative environment.
It’s about giving people the opportunity to discover what they’re capable of.
You don’t have to be a professional
One of the things we love about photography is that there’s always something new to learn.
You don’t need the latest camera, an expensive collection of lenses or years of experience to get involved.
You simply need an interest and a willingness to have a go.
Whether you’re an established photographer looking to develop your skills, someone considering photography for the first time, or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes, there’s a place for you here.
We want Studio 9 to be welcoming, approachable and a little different.
So, what’s next?
We’re continuing to develop Studio 9, exploring new creative opportunities, building workshops, working with businesses and developing our community projects.
There are ideas in the pipeline, new subjects to photograph and plenty more to share.
We don’t pretend to be everything to everyone, but we do believe in giving creativity room to grow.
And that’s what Studio 9 is all about.
Portraiture AND commercial photography.
Learning AND creating.
Business AND community.
Photography AND purpose.
We’re Studio 9.
We’re not an OR Studio.
We’re an AND Studio.
Come and see what we’re all about.
Website:Studio 9 Photography Workshops CIC