family & commercial photography

Hello! I’m photographer Ellie Cotton, and I specialise in family photography and commercial photography across Cheshire, Manchester and the North-West.

Storytelling photography for modern families & marketing-savvy commercial campaigns

I love to creating soulful and storytelling images to capture family bonds and moments of childhood. Plus with a former career in marketing, I also work with businesses to create commercial and branding photography integal to brands and marketing campaigns. Whether capturing your family, planning your commercial shoot or teaching you at beginners photography course - I look forward to working with you!

emotion & connection

family & newborn photography

Your child is changing and growing before your eyes. Parenting can be so hectic, that it’s hard to pause and take it all in.

Let’s catch those moments & remember those small faces…

Having spent over 10 years photographing families across East Cheshire and South Manchester, I know exactly how to ensure a fun and relaxed photoshoot.

I offer newborn photoshoots in your own home, whilst family photoshoots have a choice of home and/or outdoor locations. Within these familiar settings, children are far relaxed than in a studio, and that’s key for getting their personalities to shine through, producing authentic and beautiful photos.

“Ellie was so fun and enthusiastic - I couldn’t have asked for a kinder, more professional person. The whole shoot was filled with laughter, making our photos all the more special.... Thank you!”

— Claire ANDREWS, BOLLINGTON

commercial photo shoot

Commercial Photography

With over a decade working in the marketing sector before setting up my photography business, I have a greater understanding how to capturing your brand and business. Working across many different industries, and size of businesses - from entrepreneurs to large businesses - I’ve produced product, flatlay, model shoots, and also team and branding photography.

Today’s client has higher than ever expectations. They want photography showing all aspects of your business, across all social platforms.

My marketing background is crucial in giving you the best value in your campaign. Working closely with you, I can plan each aspect of your shoot to ensuring that all the photography we produce fits perfectly into both your branding and your communication channels.

Find out more about commercial photography here

photography training

Photography Courses

Do you have a big fancy camera but not sure how to use it?

My beginners photography course will teaching you how to get off AUTO MODE, take control of your camera and start to get photos you love. This one-day course takes place at hotels and venues across Cheshire and South Manchester.

I also offer one-to-one photography training for those who want a more tailored approach, want to learn editing or have limited time in their schedule.

Find out more

Get in touch

Unlike those nettles in the photo above, I don’t bite! And I’d love to hear from you…

My mugshot! Ellie Cotton of Dandelion Phography. — **My mugshot!**
Ellie Cotton of Dandelion Phography.

family

commercial

newborn

headshots

training