Famous photograph of Concorde's final flight, passing over Clifton Suspension Bridge by Lewis Whyld for SWNS. Noted as the greatest aviation photograph in history by CNN and others, an iconic image..

Photography by Lewis Whyld.

Winner of 3 Pictures of the Year International awards and News Photographer of the Year.

Iconic photograph by Lewis Whyld of Prince William and Kate at the Royal Wedding, leaving the church after getting married, followed by Prince Harry and the Royal Family.
Iconic image by photographer Lewis Whyld of Dame Helen Mirren as she watches the fireworks aboard the P&O Cruises' vessel Ventura, during the official naming ceremony at Southampton Dock, Southampton
Iconic photograph by Lewis Whyld of a lightning strike next to the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben in London.
Iconic Photograph of Iggy Pop of Iggy and the Stooges throwing a water bottle surrounded by spray, as he performs at the Hard Rock Calling music festival in Hyde Park, London
Lewis Whyld's iconic, famous photograph of Queen Elizabeth II smiling with Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, at the Trooping the Colour Parade in London.

Lewis Whyld is a London-based photographer whose work spans conflict and crisis, editorial, portraits, sport, aviation and selected commissions. Built on years of frontline storytelling, his photography combines journalistic instinct with a cinematic visual language.

Iconic 2011 London Riots photograph by Lewis Whyld for PA Media. Building fire in Tottenham during first night of unrest, has been published widely on the front page of many newspapers and in his solo exhibition at the Strand Gallery in London.

Conflict and crisis

War, unrest, disaster and humanitarian coverage including Afghanistan, Iraq, Gaza, Somalia, Ukraine, the London riots and the Asian tsunami.

Historic photograph by Lewis Whyld of Queen Elizabeth II, President Barack Obama, and Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, during a formal State Banquet at Buckingham Palace in London.

Editorial

News, public life, politics, culture and documentary assignments. From the Royal Wedding to the Queen’s funeral, from quirky magazine features to iconic moments in history.

An iconic portrait by Lewis Whyld of an elderly Afghan man. The man has a weathered face with deep-set wrinkles, a full grey beard, a portrait in Afghanistan as part of Lewis Whyld's War Photography

Portraits

Portraits spanning politics, culture, sport and public life, from formal commissions to more intimate, observational work.

Tennis legend Andy Murray in an incredible image, diving on a grass court to reach a tennis ball with his racket, with spectators watching in the background. Iconic Photograph by Lewis Whyld for PA Media.

Sports and Action

Sport and action photography spanning elite competition, live events and fast-moving assignments, from the World Cup Football to Wimbledon tennis finals.

Incredible photograph by Lewis Whyld of two commercial jets flying past each other, through a clear blue sky, leaving contrails behind. Like an airshow image of the red arrows but with real airliners.

Aviation and Industry

Aviation and industry photography spanning aircraft, infrastructure, engineering and industrial environments.

Incredible photograph by Lewis Whyld of maintenance workers cleaning and repairing the clock face of Big Ben in London, all wearing safety harnesses and helmets.

Selected Commissions

Selected commissioned work for brands, publications, organisations and productions.

Available for commissions:

Award-winning, story-driven photography for brands, agencies, broadcasters and publications. From conflict and crisis coverage to portraits, sport and commissioned assignments, Lewis brings a photojournalist’s instinct, cinematic visual language and calm, experienced direction to every assignment.

Contact

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Famous Photograph by Lewis Whyld taken from inside a military aircraft. It shows a British rear gunner on the last combat operation of the war, as flares fire and the sun sets. Part of Whyld's war photography.
Famous portrait by Photographer Lewis Whyld of British Prime Minister David Cameron standing in front of a Union Jack Flag.

Gallery:

A man guides a flock of sheep through a street strewn with rubble in front of a heavily damaged building.
A person standing outdoors at sunset holding a rifle, with a dramatic stormy sky and lightning in the background.
Three police officers on horseback riding through a scene of a fire, with flames shooting out from a building behind them.
A person wearing a helmet and holding a shield standing in front of a building engulfed in flames during a fire emergency.
A building is engulfed in flames with fire spilling out of the windows, while a car is parked nearby and two individuals are present, one pushing the car and the other standing nearby, in an urban area with graffiti on the walls.
A shirtless man with long hair, holding a microphone, is surrounded by falling purple and white particles against a dark background.
A firefighter in protective gear standing in front of a large building engulfed in flames and thick smoke during a fire at night.
A young woman with a scarf around her head, looking directly into the camera in a dark, dimly lit environment with a faint orange glow.
Soldiers in military gear and a tank advancing through a dusty, rubble-strewn area between two walls in a conflict zone.
A collapsed building leaning onto another building, with debris and rubble on the street below. People are praying on the ground among the rubble, and children are running across the street.
People walking and working amidst rubble of destroyed buildings, with a toppled mosque dome and a large, collapsed industrial structure in the background.
A woman wearing a wedding veil and white lace dress, with her eyes closed and head slightly bowed, against a dark background.
Electric lightning storm above a brightly lit ferris wheel at night.
Queen Elizabeth II wearing a red coat and hat with a flower, standing among guards in formal military uniforms at a ceremonial event.
A black and white photo of two children sitting closely. The child in the foreground looks serious and has a shaved head, wearing a shirt with the word 'BEACH' visible. The other child, partially visible in the background, also has a serious expressi
A firefighter dressed in protective gear, including a jacket labeled 'FIRE', tending to a forest fire with smoke and small flames visible on the ground, surrounded by trees.
Soldiers standing on a tan military tank in a desert, with a woman and child inspecting it nearby.
A Metropolitan Police car with shattered windows, parked on a street with a group of people standing behind it in London.
Silhouette of a person holding a camera or telescope under a starry night sky with the Milky Way galaxy visible.
A man walking through a city street filled with debris and damaged buildings after a disaster or war.
A man inside a house pointing a gun at a person outside through a window, with a police officer standing nearby.
Protesters on top of a vandalized police van, with one person holding a stick and another flashing a peace sign, surrounded by a crowd and journalists taking photos.
Close-up of a male lion's face with a thick mane and intense eyes.
People participating in a traditional bull-running event, with many people lying on the ground and a bull charging towards them, in a crowded arena.
A boat navigating through icy waters with floating icebergs and ice chunks.
A heavily damaged multi-story building with collapsed walls and debris in the foreground. A person on horseback is visible in front of the ruins during sunset.
A young girl smiling and adjusting a large camouflage helmet on her head, wearing a red dress with black polka dots and floral embroidery.
Firefighters and emergency responders carrying a person away from a burning building at night, with flames and smoke in the background.
A panoramic view of Christ the Redeemer statue on Corcovado Mountain with people standing on a viewing platform at sunset, surrounded by clouds and a colorful sky.
Group of soldiers inside a concrete structure with a large window, some sitting and some standing, wearing camouflage uniforms, with gear and weapons, taking a break in a rocky, outdoor setting.
A building is engulfed in flames during a fire, with firefighters attempting to extinguish the blaze at night.
A man wearing shorts and a red long sleeve shirt carrying a metal cage through debris and destruction after a disaster, with stormy sky and palm trees in the background.
Firefighter wearing a yellow helmet with black markings, sweat on his face, in a nighttime setting with bokeh lights in the background.
A person dressed in traditional Maasai attire with jewelry, standing outdoors at sunset or dusk, with a cloudy sky and mountains in the background.
A man dressed in dark clothing and a hoodie stands on top of a police vehicle with a shattered windshield during a protest or demonstration in an urban area. The crowd surrounds the vehicle, with many holding signs and banners.
A line of military soldiers in black uniforms with red accents, holding rifles and standing at attention during a parade or ceremony.
Family cooking outdoors at sunset in a refugee camp, with tents, water bottles, and children present.
Helicopter flying in a dusty environment with soldiers on the ground, wearing helmets and masks, and carrying supplies or equipment.
Firefighter sitting on burnt ground with smoke and charred trees, smoking a cigarette and holding a cloth.
A soldier in camouflage uniform holding a rifle standing outdoors at night under a cloudy sky with stars.
Close-up of a young man with blood and cuts on his face, lying on the ground with his mouth open and eyes partially closed.
A cityscape with high-rise apartment buildings surrounded by dense green trees. Several birds are flying in the sky, which is partly cloudy with scattered clouds.
A young girl in a red dress standing amidst rubble and destruction inside a heavily damaged building with broken walls and windows.
Gordon Brown in Iraq with machine gun in RAF helicopter by Lewis Whyld for PA Media. Iconic 2008 political news photograph.
Military personnel standing together searching for IEDs with a helicopter flying overhead during sunset by Lewis Whyld for PA Media. Iconic war photography from Afghanistan conflict.
Firefighter in uniform and helmet wades through water inside a large burning warehouse with intense flames and smoke burning in the background. Iconic war photography from Gaza by Lewis Whyld for The Daily Telegraph.
Sunset over a destroyed Gaza city skyline with a partially obscured sun, pink clouds, and birds flying in the sky. Iconic war photography from Gaza by Lewis Whyld for The Daily Telegraph.
An airplane flying close to the moon at night, leaving contrails in the sky.
An airplane flying through a bright sun with a colorful halo or sundog in the sky.
A soldier wearing a helmet is carrying a rocket launcher over his shoulder during a combat situation.
Protesters confronting police officers during a fire at night, with flames illuminating the scene outside a building marked 'Virdian' and 'Barnes Western & Sons'.
Two men with bandages on their noses embrace on the ground in front of a metal door, appearing injured and emotional.
Firefighters on horseback patrol amidst a large fire with burning flames and smoke in the background.
Firefighters battling a building fire at night with flames and smoke, emergency vehicles on the scene.
An elderly man with a dark complexion wearing a light-colored shirt and a gray turban, holding a snake and making a threatening gesture towards it, against a clear sky.
A person sitting in a small boat navigating through floodwaters filled with debris, including trash and uprooted furniture, amidst a large area of destruction and clutter caused by a flood.
Bird's-eye view of a crowded street with balconies filled with people, some sitting and watching, others walking on the sidewalks below, city buildings with windows around.
Bird's eye view of a crowded street during a festival or event with bulls running through the street, surrounded by large crowds of spectators on each side, some watching from balconies and windows.
A man wearing a face mask walks through the charred remains of a building, carrying a blue bucket and a plastic bag, surrounded by burnt debris and metal frames.
An aerial view of a whale's tail emerging from the water, creating a circular splash pattern.
A man wearing a black hat and coat standing outdoors during a cloudy sunset over a body of water with a boat and houses in the background.
A firefighter walking along a dirt path through a forest with smoke in the air.
An airplane flying in front of the moon with clouds in the background.
A military ship is stranded on a sandy shore with monks walking around it, some of whom are looking up at the ship. The ship has a gray structure with the number 457 on its front and is equipped with antennas and radar equipment. The sky is clear and
People evacuating a street as black smoke billows from a fire in a building. Some individuals are taking photos or videos while others walk away from the scene. The building has a restaurant named 'Catch Up' on the ground floor.
Children walking on a dirt hill with a military tank and soldier in the background during sunset or sunrise.
A person standing in shallow water at sunset, carrying a large, woven basket on their head. The basket is silhouetted against the sun, with boats and a hilly landscape in the background.
A wedding dress displayed on a mannequin in a grand, dimly lit ballroom with ornate chandeliers and wallpaper, illuminated by focused lighting.
A soldier in military gear crouches behind a wall, aiming a rifle. A young girl peeks out from a partially open door of a blue, weathered building.
A person wearing a helmet and backpack is standing outside a spacecraft or helicopter near a body of water with a sandy shoreline, looking at the water, with rocks and trees in the background.
Elderly man with a white beard wearing traditional white clothing and a checkered headscarf, pointing upward with his index finger, standing outdoors against a blue sky.
A black and white photo of a man and woman walking together on a desolate, barren landscape with a mountain in the background. The woman holds an umbrella, and both are dressed formally.
President Barack Obama and Queen Elizabeth II smiling and talking at a formal event with a large bouquet of pink, purple, and white flowers on the table.
Woman releasing a sky lantern at night, surrounded by other floating lanterns.
A silhouette of a woman wearing a headscarf standing on a dirt hill at sunset, facing a military tank with a soldier inside, on a desert landscape.
A man with a white beard and mustache wearing a traditional cap and beige robe standing amidst hanging colorful Moroccan lanterns in a marketplace.
A building on fire at night with flames and smoke, and three firefighters in protective gear and helmets in the foreground.
Close-up of a patient's hand with an IV line, lying on a hospital bed, while medical staff and a visitor are in the background attending to a patient in an operating room.
A large crowd of protesters marching down a street, some carrying flags and others raising their fists, in an urban area with buildings and tanks on either side.
A young woman with dark, curly hair and tattoos on her arms, holding a microphone on stage during a performance.
A man in a blue shirt and brown pants is walking through the rubble of a destroyed building. The debris includes broken concrete, metal, and wood, with partially collapsed walls and structures. The scene appears to be an urban area severely damaged,
A smiling elderly woman with blonde hair enjoying the fireworks display at night, with several spectators and streetlights visible in the background.
An elderly man with white hair and beard wearing a black coat and navy blue beanie holds a young child in his arms. The child has light brown hair and is wearing a gray hoodie. They are outdoors in a dimly lit natural setting.
U.S. military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms carrying a wounded soldier on a stretcher toward a black helicopter on a rugged, sparse landscape.
US soldiers playing soccer with local children in a desert area, with tanks in the background.
Lightning strikes over a body of water with ships in the distance and a lighthouse with a green light on the left side.
Police officers in riot gear with shields and batons confronting protesters during a nighttime demonstration, with fires and debris on the ground.
A young boy wearing a plaid shirt and pink Crocs balances on a concrete wall in a burned-out or destroyed structure with charred debris and burnt materials around.
Firefighters using a hose to spray water on a large fire inside a warehouse or industrial building at night.
A man sitting on a sandbag fort with a machine gun, smoking a cigarette, wearing traditional clothing and a cap, against a sky background.
A group of men are carrying an injured person on a busy street with stores and other pedestrians in the background.
An old, damaged blue fishing boat on land near a house with a group of people sitting nearby. An iconic scene from the Asian tsunami aftermath by photographer Lewis Whyld
Dame Ellen MacArthur celebrating victory, holding two flares emitting bright sparks and smoke, with a determined expression on her face, standing among flags and a cloudy sky. Iconic Photograph of a legend by Lewis Whyld.
A man smiling in front of a British flag.

Lewis Whyld is an Emmy Winning Photojournalist, FPV drone pioneer and cinematographer.

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