I am a photographer who is drawn to quiet, reflective observations and my own way of seeing. I work primarily with 35mm and medium format analogue processes, which encourages me to take a slower, more intentional approach. My practice is rooted in materiality and process, using imagery to become present and transform my observations into reflections. As my practice evolves through experimentation and reflection, it allows my photography to become my own way of understanding and relating to the world. Beyond my personal work I have been involved in several community-based photography projects.

Rachel Coffey

I am a photographer who is drawn to quiet, reflective observations and my own way of seeing. I work primarily with 35mm and medium format analogue processes, which encourages me to take a slower, more intentional approach. My practice is rooted in materiality and process, using imagery to become present and transform my observations into reflections. As my practice evolves through experimentation and reflection, it allows my photography to become my own way of understanding and relating to the world. Beyond my personal work I have been involved in several community-based photography projects.

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I am a photographer who is drawn to quiet, reflective observations and my own way of seeing. I work primarily with 35mm and medium format analogue processes, which encourages me to take a slower, more intentional approach. My practice is rooted in materiality and process, using imagery to become present and transform my observations into reflections.

As my practice evolves through experimentation and reflection, it allows my photography to become my own way of understanding and relating to the world. Beyond my personal work I have been involved in several community-based photography projects.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Photographer at The Snowdrop Project
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
I organized and photographed a free portrait day for clients facing financial barriers, providing school-style photos for their children. This created a warm, supportive environment to help families feel comfortable and celebrated. I delivered professional-quality images that reduced financial strain and preserved special memories.
Photographer at Culture Club, Sheffield
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
I photographed a local playgroup event to support promotion of future sessions and new partner bookings, supplying images for a funding bid and strengthening the case for ongoing community support. I also captured candid moments of families enjoying the event, providing the client with meaningful images to share post-event.
Photographer at Sheffield DocFest, Sheffield
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
I captured dynamic, candid, and posed images reflecting the energy of the festival. This required me to interpret a creative brief and deliver high quality images while collaborating with festival staff and fellow creatives.
Photographer at Culture Club
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Photographed a local playgroup event to support promotion of future sessions and new partner bookings, supplying images for a funding bid and strengthening the case for ongoing community support. Also captured candid moments of families enjoying the event, providing meaningful images to share post-event.
Photographer at Sheffield DocFest
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Captured dynamic, candid, and posed images reflecting the energy of the festival. Interpreted a creative brief and delivered high-quality images while collaborating with festival staff and fellow creatives.

Education

BA (Hons) Photography at Sheffield Hallam University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
BTEC L3 National Diploma in A&D (Photography) at Chesterfield College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
BA (Hons) Photography at Sheffield Hallam University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
BTEC L3 National Diploma in A&D (Photography) at Chesterfield College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization