Who we are
The SWNS picture desk is one of the largest providers of news and feature content imagery in the UK.
We represent some of the brightest photographic talents in the industry with staff photographers based across the country and dozens of specialist contributors adding to our sought after daily output.
Our long established links with the national press means we undertake commissioned work for all the daily and Sunday papers, as well as supplying our renowned 24 hour picture feed alongside the group’s unrivalled news service.
The SWNS reputation, and the creativity of our photographers, means that our pictures get noticed and published around the world.
What we do
Our sophisticated picture management system ensure images are delivered and seen by the people that matter worldwide within seconds.
Team of staff photographers with specialists in PR, editorial, portraiture, sport and commercial work.
Expertise in all areas of photography including aerial, 360 deg panoramic, time lapse, studio and on location work.
Online and secure photolibrary so clients can store, share, search and download their photography.
24/7 picture desk to co-ordinate commissions and client queries.
Network of agents to achieve distribution in every major publishing country in the world.