About us

About Dock Street Studio — Photography & Content Studio in Leeds

Dock Street Studio is an independent photography and content studio at Unit 9, 30–38 Dock Street, Leeds LS10 1JF. Led by photographer Mark Wheelwright, it brings together a small collective of freelance creatives covering photography, videography, video editing, web development and podcast recording — one roof, every skill you need to get your brand seen and heard.

A team built around your brief

Headed up by Mark, we pull together the right people for each project — a headshot session, a full video production or a podcast series. No agency bloat, just experienced freelancers who love what they do: 18+ years behind the lens, 900+ projects delivered and 300+ five-star reviews. Meet the team below to get a feel for their talents (and personalities).

Pop in for a brew

Nothing beats a face-to-face chat. We're two minutes from Leeds Dock — drop us a message and come see the studio, the backdrops and the coffee machine for yourself. The kettle's always on. — Mark

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YEARS IN BUSINESS
Client workstation and coffee station inside Dock Street Studio's photography space in Leeds
Edit suite with makeup mirror and Chesterfield sofa at Dock Street Studio Leeds

Mission

Why brands choose Dock Street Studio

Images that work

We make photography and content that works as hard as you do — headshots that win interviews, product shots that sell and brand imagery that gets remembered. Every shoot is planned around what the images need to achieve.

One team, one roof

One brief, one team, one roof. Photography, videography, editing and web sit side by side in the studio, so your visuals stay consistent from the first headshot to the finished campaign.

Why clients stay

Clients come back because the work is easy — clear pricing, a relaxed studio, honest direction in front of the camera and images delivered ready to use. That's why 300+ of them have left five-star reviews.

Recent headshots, branding and event photography in Leeds

Studio graduation portrait of a graduate in cap making a heart sign with a family member at Dock Street StudioStudio graduation portrait of a graduate in cap making a heart sign with a family member at Dock Street Studio
Corporate headshot of a bearded man in a stone blazer and open-collar white shirt, glancing aside on a plain grey backdropCorporate headshot of a bearded man in a stone blazer and open-collar white shirt, glancing aside on a plain grey backdrop
Behind the scenes at Dock Street Studio as a photographer frames a model in a black corset gownBehind the scenes at Dock Street Studio as a photographer frames a model in a black corset gown
Corporate branding photograph of three colleagues working on laptops in a teal meeting room in LeedsCorporate branding photograph of three colleagues working on laptops in a teal meeting room in Leeds
Night-time press event photography of a musician greeting fans on a city street in LeedsNight-time press event photography of a musician greeting fans on a city street in Leeds
Black and white actor headshot of a dark-haired woman with dramatic split lighting across her faceBlack and white actor headshot of a dark-haired woman with dramatic split lighting across her face
Tethered photography session in progress during studio hire, with photographer, laptop and models under studio lightingTethered photography session in progress during studio hire, with photographer, laptop and models under studio lighting
Playful duo portrait of two friends hugging and laughing on a mottled purple backdrop with studio lightingPlayful duo portrait of two friends hugging and laughing on a mottled purple backdrop with studio lighting
Guests laughing together at a candlelit table during an awards ceremony dinner photographed in LeedsGuests laughing together at a candlelit table during an awards ceremony dinner photographed in Leeds
Folk band with banjo and fiddle performing on stage at an outdoor music festivalFolk band with banjo and fiddle performing on stage at an outdoor music festival
Natural light three-quarter portrait of a smiling actor with long curly hair wearing a black top and jeans on a white backdropNatural light three-quarter portrait of a smiling actor with long curly hair wearing a black top and jeans on a white backdrop
Black and white beauty portrait of a woman with cropped blonde hair and silver drop earringsBlack and white beauty portrait of a woman with cropped blonde hair and silver drop earrings

team

team
Mark Wheelwright, photographer and studio manager at Dock Street Studio in Leeds
Photographer & Studio Manager
Mark Wheelwright

Lead photographer and studio manager at Dock Street Studio Leeds. 18+ years across headshots, commercial and press photography.

Nicole, copywriter and lighting assistant at Dock Street Studio in Leeds
Copywriter & Lighting Assistant
Nicole

Nicole brings editorial and commercial photography expertise to Dock Street Studio Leeds, with shoot styling and direction that keeps content fresh.

Beya, video editor and photography assistant at Dock Street Studio in Leeds
Video Editor & Photography Assistant
Beya

Beya handles video editing, client bookings and content creation at Dock Street Studio Leeds, across videography and photography.

Austin, web developer and SEO specialist at Dock Street Studio in Leeds
Web Development & SEO
Austin

Austin builds and optimises the Dock Street Studio websites, keeping them fast, findable and compliant with the latest SEO changes.

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FAQ

Popular Questions

What should I wear for my headshot session?
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Can you accommodate specific themes or concepts for a photo shoot?
Are digital copies of the photos included in the packages?
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Are you available for destination or travel photography assignments?