Matt Priestley is a Manchester based commercial photographer specialising in event and conference photography, headshots, healthcare and school photography. With over 25 years of experience as a commercial photographer in Manchester, Matt delivers high-quality corporate photography for businesses, organisations, education providers and institutions from the public, private and charitable sectors. His services include business headshots, corporate portraits, industrial and manufacturing photography, and full event and conference coverage. He is also an experienced school photographer providng impactful prospectus and marketing imagery and vibrant pupil portraiture.

Man with a beard and curly hair wearing a bright magenta velvet jacket, smiling widely.
A woman sitting in a chair on a stage, smiling, with a copy of Zadie Smith's book titled "The Fraud" on a small table in front of her.
A woman in a yellow dress standing between two luxury cars, with an airplane flying overhead at an airport or car showcase area.
Celebration parade with people on a red double-decker bus, many holding bottles, among a crowd taking photos and waving in front of tall city buildings, amid a cloudy sky.
A printing press machine with rollers and metal parts, printing orange and white striped material.
A woman in bright green medical scrubs sitting on a pink dental chair in a dentist's office, smiling. The setting includes blue cabinets, a sink, and dental equipment.
Person passionately performing under dramatic lighting on stage.
Elderly man in a suit speaking at an event, holding a microphone, with two water bottles on the table.
Medical professional using a touchscreen monitor in a hospital setting, wearing scrubs and a hairnet.
A woman smiling while talking to a man at a Mazda car dealership interior, with Mazda logo prominently displayed on the wall in the background.
Performing artist in a sequined dress holding fire
Group of 17 diverse adults standing in formal and business-casual attire against a white background.
Assorted Indian dishes on a table including naan, chicken biryani, shrimp curry, paneer butter masala, and dal.
Person in a suit holding a microphone on stage, with a blurred screen projection in the background.
Group of boys in light blue shirts playing soccer, reacting to a ball in the air.
Man in a suit speaking at a podium with a microphone, gesturing with his hand.
Students seated at desks in a classroom setting, one smiling student in focus. The text includes 'Altrincham College' with a slogan and a mission statement about nurturing well-rounded citizens.
Speaker at Green Party Autumn Conference 2024 with banner and podium backdrop.
Modern, well-lit interior space with glass walls and ceiling, white walls, stone flooring, and a potted plant. Visible staircase with railing and an exterior view through a window.
Aerial view of a car dealership with a parking lot full of vehicles, surrounded by roads and residential buildings, with a green park area and trees in the background.
Woman in black blazer and white shirt sitting in a chair, smiling.
A living room with patterned beige and white sofa, decorative pillows, wall art, floor lamp, indoor plants, and patterned curtains. A blurred person in motion, wearing a striped outfit, is in the foreground.
Two nurses in uniform and aprons perform a medical procedure on a patient in a hospital or care facility, with medical equipment and a teddy bear nearby.
Four bowls of different sauces on a wooden tray, with spoons in each bowl, including tomato-based and creamy herb sauces.
Person examining X-ray images on a lightbox.
Two men in a business meeting, one speaking.
Construction worker wearing a hard hat and reflective vest, working on industrial equipment outdoors, with an "AUMA" branded van in the background.
A chiropractor examining a woman's neck and upper back in a clinic setting.
Man standing next to large industrial metal container in warehouse
Scientist examining liquid in glass bottle
Two African American male doctors smiling, wearing black polo shirts with 'Prestige' logo, stethoscopes around their necks, standing against a gray background.
Cityscape with tall buildings at dusk, light trails from traffic on the road.
Colorful vegetable platter with carrots, bell peppers, cucumber, lettuce, radishes, and quail eggs on a wooden board, accompanied by two small bowls of dip, placed on a woven placemat.
A man in a suit speaking at a podium with awards displayed behind him.
Person smiling and leaning against a wall in a black blazer.
Black and white photo of a woman smiling with long hair, seated at a table, wearing a patterned blouse.
Warehouse aisle with metal shelving filled with boxes and pallets, a forklift in the distance, and a green painted floor.
Person in protective gear with spray painting equipment in a dark, industrial room with overhead lighting.
Man in checkered shirt leaning on railing with a modern bridge and tall building in the background on a cloudy day.
Portrait of an older woman with light hair, wearing a tan scarf and top, against a dark background.
Woman smiling and holding a pink feather duster, wearing a pink patterned top and black skirt.
Man standing in an industrial facility with machinery and metal structures
Person in a blue suit speaking, glasses, seated, with hand raised, and microphone on shirt.
A woman operating machinery in a factory or workshop setting.
Man in a white uniform shirt speaking at an event with emergency and major incident signage in the background; holding a pen beside a laptop.
Interior design advertisement featuring a person in a red dress adjusting a patterned window blind above a bench with decorative cushions.
Mature man in a dark suit with white shirt against a gray background.
Silhouette of a person with short hair standing outdoors at sunset, looking at a mobile phone against a colorful sky.
Man in suit speaking at an event
Group of healthcare professionals in conversation, wearing uniforms in a hospital setting.
Man wearing a black polo shirt and yellow gloves carrying a metal cylinder on his shoulder, looking upwards, with a cloudy sky background.
Industrial machine in a factory processing orange sheets with white stripes.
Smiling person with arms crossed, wearing a polka dot shirt, on a white background.
Person pole vaulting over a bar with an overcast sky in the background.
Blurred person in orange safety gear ascending metal stairs outdoors under a blue sky with clouds.
Three actors on stage in theatrical costumes; the central actor wears a crown and a black cape with ornate detailing, suggesting a royal character, while the others wear shirts with decorative collars and ties, under warm stage lighting.
A young athlete in mid-air during a long jump event on a cloudy day. A group of people are in the background, some watching, with one person raking the sand landing area.
Classroom scene with students in blue uniforms, one student smiling at the camera
Exterior of a Toyota dealership with several cars parked outside.
Caroline Lucas of the Green Party speaking at a panel discussion with a green background, one gesturing with her hands.
Person wearing a pink shirt and vest sweeping a garden path surrounded by flowers and plants under a cloudy sky.
Car showroom with red and gray cars on display, modern lighting, and wood accent ceiling.
Man with long hair and glasses sitting in a vehicle's driver seat surrounded by inflatable skeleton figures.
Elegant room with floral patterned armchair, matching curtains, a bench beneath a window, a side table with flowers, and a cup on a book.
Two people laughing in front of a weathered metal wall, one wearing a pink sweater and the other in a blue jacket.
Industrial worker operating a milling machine in a factory setting.
A smiling woman with dreadlocks, small earrings, and a nose piercing, wearing a purple shirt against a plain background.
Mechanic inspecting car body, wearing blue gloves
A nurse in blue uniform with glasses sitting next to a woman who is holding a newborn baby while smiling in a hospital bed. Medical equipment and supplies are visible in the background.
Woman holding glasses, smiling, standing by window with brick wall background.
Modern office lounge with colorful chairs, round tables, booths with blue walls, and large windows
Optometrist examining a patient's eyes using a slit lamp microscope in an eye clinic.
Appetizers on a silver plate, including small bread slices topped with meat, tomato, olives, basil, and toothpicks.
Professional woman smiling in front of a bookshelf
A smiling doctor in green scrubs with a stethoscope around her neck standing in a hospital room.
Surgeon in blue scrubs and surgical cap standing in an operating room with surgical lights overhead.
Portrait of a person wearing a red and black plaid shirt on a gray background.
Woman in checkered shirt standing in hallway with arms outstretched inside a server room.
Woman with a lanyard standing in a warehouse setting.
King Charles bends over to greet an elderly man in a hospital bed. The room has colorful curtains and bottles on a bedside table.
A smiling student sitting at a desk in a classroom, wearing a white shirt and tie. Other students are blurred in the foreground.
Person smiling, wearing a light-colored cardigan with a star pattern, standing in front of a glass railing and a blue wall.
Industrial ladder with safety cage against blue sky
Close-up of an ambulance parked near a modern building with large windows and a clear blue sky in the background.
Black and white photo of a person walking across a checkered light pattern on a tiled floor.
Woman with long blonde hair wearing a gray sleeveless top smiling at the camera.
Hanging round pendant lights in an interior space with large windows.
Three chefs in professional attire standing outside a restaurant with trees and a building in the background.
Three people smiling and walking arm-in-arm outside a YMCA North Staffordshire building with "WELCOME" written on the glass window.
Long exposure shot of highway traffic at night with red and white light trails.
Dentists wearing masks and gloves examining a patient with dental tools; overhead view with dental light in background.
Surgeons performing a medical procedure in an operating room, wearing blue surgical gowns, masks, and gloves, focused on their work.

portfolio

headshots and portraits

industrial & manufacturing photography

manchester conference and event photography

photography for schools

food and hospitality photography

medical & healthcare photography

Manchester and Cheshire Commercial Photographer | Professional Corporate, Industrial, Healthcare, Education, Food and Theatrical Photography

As a Manchester and Cheshire commercial photographer, I provide professional photography services designed to help organisations elevate their brand, strengthen marketing communications, and showcase their people, products, and environments. Working across Greater Manchester, Cheshire, and the wider North West, I deliver high-quality commercial photography tailored to businesses, public-sector organisations, and non-profit institutions.

My services include business headshots and corporate portraits, created on location to produce consistent, modern, and brand-focused imagery suitable for websites, LinkedIn profiles, annual reports, and corporate communications. I work closely with companies of all sizes to deliver polished, professional images that reflect their identity and values.

I also offer educational photography for schools, academies, colleges, and universities throughout Manchester and Cheshire. This includes prospectus photography, campus life imagery, classroom photography, and marketing-driven visual content that captures real student experiences and strengthens an institution’s storytelling.

For clients in the medical and healthcare sector, I provide specialist healthcare photography and medical photography, producing authentic, compliance-aware imagery for hospitals, private clinics, NHS teams, medical manufacturers, and healthcare marketing agencies. Projects cover clinical environments, staff portraits, patient-focused storytelling, research photography, and facility documentation.

My portfolio further includes dynamic theatrical photography and performance photography, capturing live productions, rehearsals, stage performances, and promotional imagery for theatres, arts organisations, and touring companies across Manchester and Cheshire.

In addition, I deliver detailed, high-impact industrial and manufacturing photography, including manufacturing photography, engineering site imagery, construction photography, factory operations, and commercial facilities. These shoots help organisations document processes, demonstrate capabilities, and support recruitment, marketing, and investor communications.

For hospitality businesses, restaurants, and food producers, I also offer creative food and hospitality photography, crafting visually compelling images for menus, websites, advertising campaigns, and social media.

With extensive experience across multiple sectors, I ensure every project—whether corporate headshots, educational photography, healthcare imagery, industrial shoots, or food photography—is executed with precision, professionalism, and an understanding of commercial objectives. As a trusted Manchester and Cheshire commercial photographer, I create impactful visual content that strengthens brand identity and drives engagement across all platforms.

1. Commercial Photographer in Manchester City Centre

As a Manchester City Centre commercial photographer, I deliver professional photography services for businesses, agencies, and organisations seeking high-quality visual content. I specialise in business headshots, corporate portraits, conference photography, industrial photography, educational photography, healthcare and medical photography, food photography, and theatrical photography across central Manchester.

Whether you require executive headshots in Spinningfields, corporate portraits in the Northern Quarter, industrial photography around Trafford Park, or commercial imagery for Oxford Road institutions, I produce brand-focused, impactful visuals that support marketing, communications, and digital campaigns.

My Manchester City Centre commercial photography services cover corporate offices, theatres, hospitals, universities, manufacturing sites, hospitality venues, and creative organisations, providing consistent, professional imagery tailored to your brand.

2. Salford & MediaCityUK Commercial Photographer

As a Salford and MediaCityUK commercial photographer, I work with broadcasters, creative agencies, corporate clients, education providers, and healthcare organisations across one of the UK’s leading media and business hubs. I deliver specialist commercial photography including business headshots, corporate portraits, industrial and manufacturing photography, theatre and performance shoots, medical and healthcare photography, and food photography.

From media studios at MediaCityUK to corporate offices in Salford Quays and educational campuses around Peel Park, I create high-quality commercial imagery that enhances websites, marketing materials, brand campaigns, and digital platforms.

3. Stockport Commercial Photographer

As a Stockport commercial photographer, I support local businesses, manufacturing companies, schools, healthcare providers, and hospitality venues with professional commercial photography across Stockport and South Manchester. My services include business headshots, corporate portraits, educational photography, industrial photography, healthcare and medical imagery, performance photography, and food photography for restaurants and producers.

I work in Stockport town centre, Bredbury industrial estates, Hazel Grove, Cheadle, Bramhall, and surrounding areas—delivering sharp, consistent, brand-aligned photography that helps organisations improve visibility and communicate their value.

4. Altrincham Commercial Photographer

As a commercial photographer serving Altrincham, Trafford, and South Manchester, I offer a full range of professional photography services for corporate clients, schools, healthcare teams, theatres, manufacturers, and hospitality businesses. My expertise includes corporate portraits, executive headshots, industrial photography, educational photography, healthcare and medical photography, food and hospitality photography, and theatrical performance imagery.

I cover Altrincham town centre, Broadheath Business Park, Hale, Timperley, and wider Trafford—producing high-quality commercial images that elevate branding, support marketing strategies, and strengthen online presence.

5. Wilmslow Commercial Photographer

As a Wilmslow commercial photographer, I work with corporate firms, creative agencies, independent businesses, medical practices, schools, and hospitality venues across Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, and Cheshire’s commercial districts. I provide professional business headshots, corporate portraits, education photography, healthcare photography, industrial and engineering photography, food photography, and theatre and performance imagery.

My work supports marketing teams, HR departments, brand managers, and business owners looking for polished, consistent photography that communicates professionalism and enhances brand identity.

6. Liverpool Commercial Photographer

As a Liverpool commercial photographer, I work across Merseyside delivering high-quality commercial photography for corporate clients, educational institutions, medical organisations, manufacturing sites, hospitality venues, and performing arts groups. Services include business headshots, corporate portrait photography, educational photography, theatre photography, healthcare and medical photography, industrial photography, and food photography.

I capture professional commercial imagery in Chester city centre, Chester Business Park, Hoole, Ellesmere Port, and surrounding areas—helping organisations create compelling visual content for websites, marketing, PR, and digital channels.

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