Birmingham is now a key city for pickleball in the UK and hosts the English Open at the NEC, one of the country’s biggest events. As the UK’s only dedicated pickleball photographer, I’ve captured the sport at its highest level here. That experience helps me bring the same quality and insight to smaller events throughout Birmingham and the Midlands.
A Sport That Needs a Specialist Eye
Pickleball moves quickly on a small court, so a photographer must anticipate the action. By focusing only on this sport, I’ve learned how rallies develop, when momentum shifts, and which moments truly tell the story of a match.
Official Photographer at the English Open, NEC Birmingham
Each year I photograph the English Open at the NEC, covering thousands of players and a busy schedule of matches, presentations, and sponsor activities. With so many courts and tight schedules, it takes a photographer who can work quickly and stay focused under pressure. I’m used to this high-octane environment, which is why organisers of smaller Birmingham events trust me to handle any challenge.
My work in Birmingham isn’t limited to the English Open. I photograph club leagues, regional tournaments and promotional events throughout the Midlands, working closely with organisers, clubs, and governing bodies. My work includes tournament coverage, player and team portraits, and content for social media, sponsor reports, and websites. No matter the size of the event, I always bring the same attention to detail and knowledge of the game with crisp image quality and a fast turnaround time. Clients are provided with high-resolution photography ready for use quickly for press, sponsors or same-day social media.
Tournament and match coverage
- Action photography
- Player and team portraits
- Awards and presentation coverage
- Sponsor and branding imagery
- Social media content
- Commercial photography for clubs and venues
- Event highlights video
Supporting Clubs and Organisers
Good photography helps clubs attract new members, supports sponsorship pitches, and gives organisers material for future promotion. Because I understand pickleball, the images I deliver are ready to use right away, without needing lots of extra selection or editing.
A Central Location for UK Pickleball
Birmingham’s central location and the NEC’s status as a major events venue have made the city a natural hub for pickleball. This has brought many tournaments, exhibitions, and club events to the area, and I’ve been lucky to cover many of them. As a result, I truly understand how pickleball has grown in the Midlands, which clubs are expanding quickly, and what organisers usually need from event photography.
Book a Photographer Who Knows the Sport
If you’re planning a pickleball event in Birmingham or anywhere in the Midlands and want a photographer with real experience at the national level, please get in touch. I’d be happy to talk about how I can help with your event, no matter its size.