Just a quick introduction
Hello, I’m Natalie, Founder of Natalie Richardson Photography. I cover all Leicestershire and surrounding areas. I do also travel the UK.
I’m excited to offer you a glimpse into the heart of my business and the passion that drives it.
Animals have always been at the core of my life. From a young age, I’ve had the privilege of caring for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, and horses. This lifelong connection to animals naturally led me to pursue a career centered around them.
 
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Related Qualifications
I went to college and have gained a Level 2 Diploma in Animal care and Welfare. Studying Level 3 Diploma in Canine care, behaviour & Welfare. I also have a Level 3 Award in Pet Photography. I also have a Horse Care & Management Diploma.
I also have many other certificates that include; Puppy Training & Socialisation, Whelping & Rearing Puppies, Senior Dog Care, Pet Sitting, Walking & Training, Understanding Reactive Dogs, & much more!
Having me as your photographer means I understand your pets and their needs and will put their welfare above all.
Awards and achievements 2023
This was my first year as a professional pet photographer!
- 9 Bronze Awards for my images from The Guild of Photographers and WPE Awards.
A Bronze Award is described as an entry demonstrating a strong level of skill in most applicable judging criteria for this level of competition.
- Published in TogTalk Magazine with 3 images.
Awards and achievements 2024
- 16 Bronze Awards
- 5 Silver Awards
- 1 Gold Award
These Awards come from The Guild of Photographers, WPE Awards & Studio Masters.
Bronze- An entry demonstrating a strong level of skill in most applicable judging criteria for this level of competition.
Silver- A creative or timeless image demonstrating high-skill levels in the most applicable judging criteria for this level of competition.
Gold- An original or timeless image demonstrating excellence in all judging criteria for this level of competition.
- Published in TogTalk Magazine x 2
- Animal Star Awards Nominee & Finalist for Best Pet Related Business
- Newspaper mention & my photos included for Tockica Dalmatians attending Crufts.
- The Guild of Photographers - Image Of The Year Finalist - Pets Category 2024
- Newspaper story for Image of The Year - Leicestershire Live & Leicester Mercury.
Awards and Achievements 2025
I finished 2025 with the following Awards-
- 30 Bronzes
- 7 Silvers
- 2 Golds
- Published in Tog Talk Magazine
- Animal Star Awards Nominee
- Published in The Photograp[her] Magazine
- The Guild of Photographers - Achieved The Photographers Bar 2025.
Awards and achievements 2026
- London Camera Exchange - Photographer Of The Year 2026 Finalist.
- The Humane Research Trust- Top 6 Image for their 2026 Christmas Card

