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Automotive
Automotive Art in Motion.
I love capturing cars in a way that feels bold, natural & full of character. Whether it’s a sleek supercar, a classic beauty, or a custom build, my approach is all about showcasing the details, design & personality of each vehicle. I mainly shoot on location & have done so from Cardiff to as far afield as Switzerland, all while using natural light - whether it's an urban backdrop, open roads, or dramatic landscapes - to create striking yet authentic automotive imagery. No over-the-top edits, just clean, stylish shots that truly bring your car to life.
Scroll down to see how I capture automotive photography with a dynamic & artistic touch.
PROFESSIONAL AUTOMOTIVE PHOTOGRAPHY IN CARDIFF, SOUTH WALES & FURTHER DESTINATIONS
![Commercial automotive photoshoot at Cardiff airport with a Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda parked next to a red jet](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_356b4f729645440ab5787f0c810f344d~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_356b4f729645440ab5787f0c810f344d~mv2.jpg)
![Horizon blue Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda parked roadside at night in London during automotive photography photoshoot](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_7144fd9c2e684a99b79fe0fd30ac6a1b~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_7144fd9c2e684a99b79fe0fd30ac6a1b~mv2.jpg)
![Blue electric Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda parked on a road in Switzerland during an automotive photoshoot](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_f85c3d23a90545e68e7b2617ba168768~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_f85c3d23a90545e68e7b2617ba168768~mv2.jpg)
![Automotive photograph of a classic silver Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster in Penarth at sunset](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_e601bee3040c44b590b6a3ab47534a07~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_e601bee3040c44b590b6a3ab47534a07~mv2.jpg)
![Automotive photography of a classic Horizon Blue 280SL Pagoda on display at the Mercedes-Benz World museum in Weybridge](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_d14baad35644478db56d3314da6ccda9~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_d14baad35644478db56d3314da6ccda9~mv2.jpg)
![Automotive photograph of a black classic Mercedes-Benz 280SE in a showroom in Cardiff](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_bb239130bcd444f0a59b6d32f456ab91~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_bb239130bcd444f0a59b6d32f456ab91~mv2.jpg)
![Automotive photography with a 1991 Vauxhall Astra GTE in urban location with graffiti on wall in background in South Wales](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_7934861ad8f34fc5b6c55b451a9b6e9c~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_7934861ad8f34fc5b6c55b451a9b6e9c~mv2.jpg)
![Automotive photography of a metallic blue Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda parked near Penarth Marina in South Wales](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_03f9d8ab00c245e7b86d27beea0e5723~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_03f9d8ab00c245e7b86d27beea0e5723~mv2.jpg)
![Close up car photography of leather interior on the seat of a Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda in Cardiff](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_a489ff9945664fecb6b816d0dcb76aa7~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_a489ff9945664fecb6b816d0dcb76aa7~mv2.jpg)
![Car photography with a silver Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster near the sea with Cardiff Bay in the background](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_d8e242a68860466aa55ec90bc6cd9da9~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_d8e242a68860466aa55ec90bc6cd9da9~mv2.jpg)
![Automotive photography of a horizon blue classic Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda being driven across a bridge in Cardiff Bay](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_c31f4b2130524a48b3ea2990ac1a60cd~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_c31f4b2130524a48b3ea2990ac1a60cd~mv2.jpg)
![Automotive photoshoot with a modified silver Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda race car during autumn in South Wales](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_893bc71552114f9ca16988092ffa2754~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_893bc71552114f9ca16988092ffa2754~mv2.jpg)
![Commercial automotive photography with a blue Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda in Switzerland](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_0659f63f5d4845c3997fd403ecd847e9~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_0659f63f5d4845c3997fd403ecd847e9~mv2.jpg)
![Close up detail photograph of a Mercedes-Benz badge on the bonnet of a classic car](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_8d71a7a6a18249bd979a27d0077d3772~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_8d71a7a6a18249bd979a27d0077d3772~mv2.jpg)
![Metallic blue classic Mercedes-Benz 280SL in a showroom during an automotive photoshoot in Cardiff](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_f06ca6113a374ee6a87cc598fc7f12ac~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_f06ca6113a374ee6a87cc598fc7f12ac~mv2.jpg)
![Automotive showroom photography of a silver classic Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_2b24ac68f44e499fa66fe443f113e370~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_2b24ac68f44e499fa66fe443f113e370~mv2.jpg)
![Interior photograph of dashboard inside a Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda in Penarth](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_9f7ba3107ba14456924ee96b01b17905~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_9f7ba3107ba14456924ee96b01b17905~mv2.jpeg)
![Commercial automotive photography with a blue Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda parked outside a luxury hotel in Geneva](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_6ebe04681d794154a29ee77240824e98~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_6ebe04681d794154a29ee77240824e98~mv2.jpg)
![Car photography with a silver Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster being driven on the road at sunset near Cardiff in South Wales](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58b943_c6900566d4be4f41910fde6fe6b4c271~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_470,h_313,q_90/58b943_c6900566d4be4f41910fde6fe6b4c271~mv2.jpg)
I wanted professional photos of my car that truly did it justice & Shawn absolutely delivered. His attention to detail, creative angles & overall expertise made every shot feel like a work of art. The whole experience was seamless - his passion for photography really shines through & he knew exactly how to bring out the best in my car. The final images exceeded my expectations & I now have incredible photos of my pride & joy to keep forever. Highly recommend to any car enthusiast.
Huw