Some photos are quiet and understated. Others are more cinematic, stylised or dramatic. Most sit somewhere in between.

What matters most to me is that the photographs still feel natural to the person in them rather than overly polished or artificial.

The sessions themselves are relaxed and collaborative, but the photography is always taken seriously.

Black and white portrait of a woman in soft window light

Portrait Photography.

Explore my portrait work and get a feel for my approach

Black and white boudoir portrait of a woman reclining on a bed in soft natural light

Boudoir Photography.

Explore my boudoir work and learn more about the experience.

You don’t need to look a certain way

Most people I photograph are not models and many do not especially enjoy having their picture taken.

That’s completely normal.

You do not need to know how to pose, and you definitely do not need to suddenly become a confident extrovert for the camera.

Hi, I’m Reid

Black and white portrait of photographer Reid Williams in soft window light

I’m a portrait and boudoir photographer based in the Cotswolds.

My work focuses on people, expression, atmosphere and creating cinematic images that still feel believable.

Most clients I work with have never had a professional shoot before. My job is to make the process feel easy, comfortable and collaborative. There’s no pressure, awkwardness or any need to ‘perform’. The aim is just to create good photographs that still feel like you.

Whoever you are and whatever you’re hoping to achieve with your photographs, I’d really love to hear from you.

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Featured work

A curated selection from recent portrait and boudoir sessions.

Black and white boudoir portrait of a woman sitting beside a window in corset lingerie
Black and white portrait of a smiling man against a brick wall
Black and white boudoir portrait of a woman standing in lace lingerie
Black and white portrait of a man smoking outdoors
Black and white portrait of a blonde woman in soft window light
Cinematic boudoir portrait of a woman standing in a doorway wearing a robe
Portrait of a woman sitting beside a window in soft natural light
Boudoir portrait of a smiling woman in black lace bodysuit
Cinematic portrait of a woman in soft directional light
Boudoir portrait of a woman standing beside a window in black lingerie
Portrait of a woman in a red dress sitting beside a window
Outdoor portrait of a woman sitting beside a stone wall
An elderly woman with gray hair in a bun, wearing a maroon lace nightgown and pearl earrings, is looking into a mirror. She is standing next to a mirror with a decorative beaded frame, and her reflection is visible.
A woman with long, wavy, light brown hair smiling at the camera, wearing a red lingerie top with lace details and a thin necklace, standing indoors near a mirror with a gray wall in the background.
Woman in black dress with pearl necklaces, black stockings, and high heels sitting on beige tufted sofa in a well-lit room with wall sconces, a potted plant, and champagne bottle with glasses in the background.

Sessions

Every shoot starts with a conversation about what you’re drawn to and how you want the images to feel.

Some people want something relaxed and minimal. Others want to lean into stronger styling, harder light or something a bit more expressive. There’s room for all of it.

The goal isn’t to force everyone into the same ‘look’; it’s to create images that suit you.

Portrait of a smiling woman beside a window in soft natural light
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What clients say

“Reid was professional throughout and immediately put me at ease. He somehow managed to get me comfortable looking into the lens and actually feeling good about being photographed.”
— Jo

“As a 58-year-old woman, I wanted to feel confident enough to explore this side of myself, but I was incredibly nervous beforehand. I needn’t have worried. The session was relaxed, enjoyable and very well guided throughout. When I saw the final images, I honestly couldn’t believe they were me.”
— Mel

“I was very nervous beforehand, but Reid made the whole session feel relaxed and easy from the start. The shoot ended up being genuinely enjoyable, and I was thrilled with the final photographs.”
— Eve

Ready when you are

If you’ve been considering a shoot, whether you already have ideas in mind or no idea where to begin, feel free to get in touch.

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