People - Editorial - Equine

Ed Silvester

Photography 

Hi!

My relationship with photography began long before my career did.
As a ten-year-old armed with a hand-me-down Ensign Selfix antique camera, I converted my bedroom into a darkroom and started teaching myself the alchemy of light, chemistry and storytelling. What began as childhood obsession evolved into a professional life that has spanned fashion studios, processing labs, television technology and now high-end portrait, landscape and equine work.

My approach blends technical fluency with an instinctive feel for people. The technical side of the industry has always excited me as much as the creative but what I really enjoy is the personal side — working with people. The human connection has become a hallmark of my work: an authentic rapport that lets clients relax and reveal their real selves.

Working with state-of-the-art medium-format tools, I have developed an ability to see striking images in unexpected places. My sessions often feel more like a conversation than a photoshoot — and that’s deliberate. By understanding the person in front of the lens, I try to unveil the story behind the portrait, producing imagery that is refined, modern and unmistakably genuine.

Every client is given a secure, personalised web gallery after the shoot — a simple, elegant way to view your photographs, shortlist favourites, download them, or order prints and frames whenever you’re ready.

Editorial

Sharp, dramatic editorial work — no fuss, minimal footprint.
From mundane moments to cinematic frames, I work fast on location, producing high-quality imagery designed for magazines, brands, and features that need immediacy and visual punch.

Client
HW Life Magazine

Year
2024/2025

A man with gray hair and a beard laughing with his eyes closed, standing in front of a computer and microphone in a recording studio.
Two men smiling and posing for a photo in a narrow, brick-lined underground passageway. One man is wearing a straw hat and light-colored vest, and the other is wearing a wide-brimmed hat and a black T-shirt with a graphic design. The setting appears to be a basement or cellar with exposed pipes and electrical wiring overhead.
A man in black athletic clothing with arms outstretched, smiling, standing in front of a large group of runners in a park on a cloudy day.
A priest wearing white robes and a colorful rainbow stole stands with arms open in front of a stone church entrance, nighttime.

Equine

Horses have always held my attention — not just for their strength and elegance, but for the loyalty, intelligence, and quiet humour that defines their character. My work focuses on the relationship between horse and rider, documenting the connection, trust, and individuality that make each partnership unique.

A woman with a dark jacket and rain boots standing on a grassy field, holding the head of a chestnut-colored horse with a white blaze on its face, against a backdrop of a cloudy, overcast sky and distant hills.
A woman in a red jacket smiling and standing close to a brown horse with a pink halter in an outdoor field at dusk.
A dark brown horse standing in an outdoor riding arena with a wooden fence and a cloudy sky in the background.
A brown horse standing outdoors during sunset with leafless trees in the background

“Ed is brilliant. He takes the most beautiful photos and sees things that others don't notice. When possible, his images are captured very early in the morning, which lends a quality of light that's pure and sometimes haunting. As a person, he's really easy to work with and nothing is too much work. A professional in every way, he's also a top bloke. I thoroughly recommend him.” - Heather Morley

High Wycombe LIFE logo with the tagline "Where Creativity meets Opportunity"

Let’s work together

Nighttime view of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament in London, with an empty road in the foreground and cloudy sky.
A woman holding a framed photograph of a misty landscape with hills, trees, and a building on a hilltop during dawn or dusk.
A smiling woman in a green velvet jacket sitting at a table with fabric swatches, with decorative star-shaped lights in the background.
An elderly man with a long white beard, wearing a black beanie, black zip-up jacket, and gloves, sitting on a wooden bench outdoors in a park during overcast weather.
A woman sitting on a bench in a cozy living room, smiling at the camera. She has shoulder-length brown hair, wears glasses, a green satin jacket, a red shirt, black pants, and brown ankle boots. Behind her is a red sofa with pillows and a bookshelf f
A winter landscape showing a small stream running through a frosty field with leafless trees, some fallen, against a partly cloudy sky at sunrise or sunset.
A foggy forest scene with tall, white-barked birch trees and a dense, misty background of trees and fallen leaves.
An elderly man with a long white beard and wearing a black beanie hat, black jacket, and gloves, sitting outdoors on a wooden bench in front of a dark, tree-filled background, holding a decorated walking stick.
Empty modern lounge with wooden table and benches, blurred person in background reading a tablet.
Frost-covered rural fields and a winding dirt road at sunrise, with trees and hills in the background.
A man riding a camel in front of the pyramids in Egypt.
Frosted grass and bushes in the foreground, a hill with a cluster of leafless trees in the middle, and the sun shining through the trees, creating rays of light with a blue sky in the background.
A woman in a white dress and red shoes standing on the steps outside a brick building with a black front door.
A scenic beach at sunset with pink and purple clouds, rocky shoreline, and a house with a balcony on a cliff overlooking the ocean.
A man standing next to a black Toyota SUV in a desert landscape with mountainous terrain and cloudy sky in the background. The SUV has a sticker that says "Welcome to the White Desert" with the number 58 and an illustration of camels.
A small round wooden table and a matching stool with a cushioned seat on a smooth gray floor.
A woman with dark hair smiling outdoors on a cobblestone street, wearing a white top with lace details on the sleeves, with blurred buildings and pedestrians in the background.
A barista behind the counter of a coffee shop, smiling and holding a glass, with pastries on display including croissants and cookies, and plants and coffee-making equipment in the background.
A peaceful lake scene at dawn with a white house and leafless trees reflected in the water, mist rising from the lake, and a cloudy sky.
An elderly man with glasses and gray hair, wearing a dark blazer over a checkered shirt and a maroon sweater, standing next to a white wall with a circular plaque. The man is touching the plaque, which reads: 'The Mitford Sisters lived nearby at the
A young man with brown hair smiling, holding a camera gimbal in his right hand, with a professional camera attached, outdoors in an urban setting.
A man wearing a black vest and gray hoodie with arms outstretched, standing in front of a large stack of white chairs in an industrial storage area with numerous other chairs stored in the background.
Red telephone box near a lake at sunset with colorful sky and houses in the background.
A woman with a purple shirt and climbing harness is rock climbing on an indoor climbing wall with colorful holds and padded mats.
A man standing in front of O'Neill's pub, smiling, wearing a black and white checkered shirt, black shorts, and blue slide sandals.
Two women in green shirts standing outdoors beside a map sign for Cressex Business Park, with trees casting shadows overhead.
A woman arranging various baked cookies and desserts on a table for a gathering.
A man with glasses, wearing a black T-shirt and beige shorts, stands outdoors with arms crossed, in front of a colorful graffiti wall featuring a jet plane and stylized graffiti lettering.
A man standing outdoors on a cobblestone street at night, wearing a long dark coat, glasses, and a blue scarf, with brick buildings in the background.

FAQs

How much do you charge?

Probably less than you might expect. Every project is different, and the cost depends on what you want to achieve and how much time and preparation is involved. Once I understand the scope — whether it’s a fast editorial shoot, a detailed portrait session, or a larger commercial brief — I can give you a clear, tailored quote.

I’m always happy to discuss rates, options, and the level of work required.
Just send me a message through the Let’s Work Together section and we can take it from there.

Whereabouts do you operate?

Most of my work takes place in London and the Home Counties, but I’m happy to travel wherever the project requires. If the location is further afield, travel time and costs may be added to your quote — I’ll always make this clear upfront so there are no surprises.

Do you charge to retouch/post produce images?

No — absolutely not. There are no hidden charges. Your quote always covers fully finished, professionally retouched images as standard..

Do you use AI?

Yes and no. I don’t create or generate images using AI — everything you see is photographed for real. However, like most modern photographers, I do use AI-powered tools within my editing workflow for tasks such as object removal and fine adjustments. These tools help refine the final image without changing its authenticity.

How do I get my photos?

AAfter your photo session, I’ll send you a private link to your personal gallery. Only you and I can access this page. From there, you can download your images at sizes suitable for print or social media, and you can also order prints, frames, or other products directly from your gallery.

Contact Me

Hours
Monday–Friday
10am–6pm

Phone
+44 (0)7973 733065

Location
167 London Road
High Wycombe HP11 1BT