About Ray

Hi, I’m Ray. I’ve been into photography since childhood. I previously worked in print and design before becoming a professional photographer.

My Photography

My photography journey started when I was a young boy at school. By the age of 13 I had a darkroom in our tiny attic at home and as a result I learnt how to develop films and make my own prints. However, I’ve given the darkroom up now!

After leaving school my interest in photography waned for a while. However, after moving from London to Brighton in 2008 my interest in photography was rekindled and it developed from there. During the years that followed photography became my life defining creative passion.

Professional Photography

Eventually word of mouth led to me being hired for the occasional professional photography job. Initially that meant events photography in Brighton and London.

Unit Stills Photographer

The next stage in my career came in 2022 when a movie producer stumbled across this website and liked my documentary style of visual storytelling and how I instinctively photograph people. After that chance encounter I was hired as a unit stills photographer for the first time. I then fell in love with the film and TV industry and it’s now my professional specialism.

Ray Burn • Career CV

Account Director – Print and Graphics

1988-2003: My career started in 1988 when I joined a major UK print and graphics company as a trainee salesman. Over the years I worked my way up to Account Director, eventually becoming responsible for their national government and public utility printing contracts.

Managing Director – Print and Design

2003-2009: I changed direction in 2003 when I left the corporate world behind to found my own print and design company. My company was fairly unique back then, with a focus on using recycled paper and embracing eco-friendly production technologies. Starting a company with a focus on environmentally friendly products was ahead of its time back then! Furthermore, as its owner and Managing Director I grew the business into a profitable enterprise employing 20 people.

Commercial Yachtmaster

2009-Present: After that, looking for a lifestyle change, I qualified as a commercially endorsed Yachtmaster in 2009. I have been the captain of various charter boats ever since.

Professional Photographer

2019-Present: Photography has been my primary profession since 2019.

Reviews

    
 
 
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   Seraphim Group 
 4 December 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ray has worked as a stills photographer on two films I have been involved with and also at a film premiere. Ray not only has the ability to capture 'the moment' both in his staged and informal photographs, but his attention to detail and the quality of his photographs is always evident. As you can imagine, Ray would have worked in busy, pressurised environments but always remained calm and composed and was never imposing at all. His friendly and mild manner coupled with his professionalism was noticeable at all times. Rohit Nathaniel Actor and CEO, Seraphim Film Productions
  
 
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   Kerensa Mann 
 4 December 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing street and stills photography. Inspiring and unique. Well worth looking into for your next project. Highly impressed
  
 
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   SE1 Team 
 3 December 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great manner on set and very professional with the highest quality of work. Highly recommend
  
 
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   robert stushki 
 24 October 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Having worked with Ray for a few times now I cant express how much we appreciate his talents...he's not just a maverick with a camera he also knows how to deal with everyone just right. Have got several Major Motion pictures in productions and he's our man for all of them. RS
  
 
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   Rich P 
 19 February 2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ray is a very experienced photographer who is fabulous at capturing those stunning candid moments. He is an accomplished documentary, editorial and portraits photographer with whom I have collaborated with on a few occasions. What you get with Ray is brilliant images alongside a wealth of knowledge in respect of the technical side of camera kit and post-production. He is highly recommended, someone who is extremely passionate about his work & an all round top guy!
  
 
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   Gavin Sanctis 
 27 January 2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ray's superb photography captures moments brilliantly and delivers fantastic results. Ray is capable of taking on a brief and delivering what is needed with a good eye for detail. In addition to understanding the craft and knowing when to capture the right image, Ray is a pleasure and a joy to work with, and I highly recommend him.