Paul Secker - Devon photographer

@secker.studios

Photographer based in South Devon Brand, event & lifestyle photography Candid, natural storytelling for real people 📍 TQ12 & beyond âŹ‡ïž View portfolio
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A lot of hospitality businesses don’t have a people problem. They have a visibility problem. You can have the best atmosphere, incredible food, great staff and a space people would genuinely love spending time in
 but if your online presence doesn’t show that properly, people scroll straight past. That’s what I do. I create photography that makes people stop for a second and *feel* something about a place before they’ve even visited. The warmth. The character. The reason someone chooses your pub, cafĂ©, restaurant or hotel over somewhere else. This industry gets more competitive every season, especially down here in the South West. Good businesses deserve to be seen properly. If your content feels outdated, inconsistent or just doesn’t reflect what your place is actually like
 let’s change that. Currently taking bookings for summer shoots and ongoing monthly content work.
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1 day ago
Did you know? Quality brand photography can significantly impact your social media engagement! Studies show that posts with high-quality visuals receive up to 650% more engagement than those without. It’s not just about looking good-it’s about capturing the attention of your audience and inspiring them to take action. From showcasing your products to telling your brand story, professional photography sets the stage for increased likes, shares, and comments. Ready to elevate your brand’s presence on social media? Let’s work together to create stunning visuals that stop the scroll and drive meaningful engagement. Get in contact today to learn more! Remember, it’s not just about what you say-it’s about how you show it. Let your brand shine with captivating visuals that leave a lasting impression!
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2 days ago
People decide how they feel about your business before they’ve even stepped through the door. That first impression usually happens online, through the photos. Good interior photography isn’t just about documenting a room, it’s about showing the atmosphere, the light, the layout, the details people notice without realising. Whether it’s a restaurant, hotel, cafĂ©, bar or holiday stay, your space says a lot about your business before anyone walks through the door. And in most cases, people are deciding online first. That’s where strong imagery matters. I shoot interiors in a way that feels natural, lived in and true to the space. Not overly staged, not over-edited. Just thoughtful photography that helps people picture themselves there. If your business is due for updated content before the summer season kicks in, now’s a good time to get it sorted. DMs are open for bookings and ongoing content work.
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3 days ago
I’d never heard of a Panuozzo
? In one hand I have a sandwich, the other a pizza
. Now put your hands together and you have a pizza dough sarnie! Possibly one of the greatest designs of carbs in a beautiful way! I feel like I’ve seen a lot in the food industry and I still get a great surprise every so often. @pizzaplzzzz weren’t the inventors but they certainly made me a fan and now look for it wherever I can. If only places told the world about more of what they do. Let me help (shameless plug) I see a lot of restaurants do so much great stuff and whilst they are trying to produce lots of delicious things to make them ahead of the competition-a lot are so busy, their socials fall behind and
 well, it can fall on deaf ears. Let me create engaging content to draw the people in! Pop me a DM
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4 days ago
Stunning day with and artisan. I loved editing this one and Michael from @cormorantcharcuterie was great to work with. He showed me the process that goes into making his charcuterie and it tastes so bloomin’ good! Using some beautiful fatty pork as well as other little goodies, charcuterie is a labour of love. But definitely worth it! What your favorite charcuterie?
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5 days ago
How early is too early? Getting summer ready is a must at these times, because before you know it, you’re busy and the beer garden is packed. Momentum is lost because you are just too busy. The rush dies down and you are making up for lost time trying to get content together. Why not plan ahead and get a bank of content together and keep the momentum going. DM for enquiries
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6 days ago
It’s the weekend! Who doesn’t love a negroni eh? But does anyone know you do a good one? Be summer-ready and get that content together! For a lil helping hand, pop me a DM
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8 days ago
Looking great guys! It was such a chilled out shoot with these guys at @kore.devon Newly opened and hosting different events in their space. A lovely family business and producing a great thing! They wanted some images to really draw people to see what they do and show off their newly redone space. Getting content ready for summer, but have you planned yours yet? Get in contact if you are looking to put something together-maybe I can help? Pop me a DM or head over to my website! Get summer ready!
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9 days ago
Mixing it up a little. Most of my work lives in hospitality spaces- restaurants, bars, cafĂ©s, places with atmosphere and movement. But every now and then it’s good to shoot something a bit different and lean into a different kind of energy. Low light, music, fast hands, people in their element. That’s the stuff I enjoy capturing. I think the best content comes from understanding the environment you’re in rather than forcing a style onto it. Sometimes it’s quiet and refined, sometimes it’s loud and chaotic. Both deserve to be documented properly. Anyway, here’s a few frames from a recent shoot that felt a bit different from the usual pace.
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10 days ago
Relaxing aesthetic! I’m all about this room at @thecopleyarms Newley done and looking stunning! An absolute pleasure to be in such a lovely setting. As I look at it, I just want to encourage people to stay here!
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15 days ago
Thank you April you are awesome! I’ve had a great opportunity to work with some superb suppliers over the last month. It’s looking like May will be just as busy as April. I do still have some spaces left for this month, so if you are looking to book some last-minute Summer content just pop me a DM.
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16 days ago
You’re a great local artisan. I’ve always appreciated a great small business, and I focus the majority of my work in this area. I had a great session with @cormorantcharcuterie yesterday and as I was photographing michael I realised how amazing these artisans are and how much they do just to get their businesses up and running. Michael really is a one-man-show and knows he can’t do everything (although he does). Marketing and imagery are important to grab attention with ‘scroll-stopping’ content that gets potential customers looking. This is where I come in. I’ve worked for businesses in the food and service industry for many years. This helps me capture more story telling scenes, showing the craft and hard work these people put in. I love Michael’s product and his organic charcuterie is truly delicious! If you are interested in showing what you do, pop me a DM.
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19 days ago