Phil Tragen is an award-winning commercial photographer based in Manchester, working with corporate, industrial and tech clients across the North West and nationally.

Making sure every image tells the exact story his client needs, his lifestyle images, CEO and team portraiture and publicity work is widely used by clients including Rolls Royce SMR, AON, Astra Zeneca, Peel Holdings, the NHS, Manchester Metropolitan University and Markel UK. Phil brings his warm personal style and attention to detail to stills and video projects for FTSE 100 companies and local SMEs alike.

A young man in a light gray blazer and white shirt sitting at a table with a laptop, smiling at the camera, in a modern indoor space with large windows and greenery outside.
A group of workers in safety vests and helmets inside an industrial facility, inspecting large equipment and pipelines.
Blurred close-up of a young person's face looking downward.
Two women sitting at a table, looking at a laptop in a modern office or coworking space.
Two healthcare workers, a woman and a man, are sitting at a table in a room with large windows, smiling and laughing. The woman is wearing glasses and a blue uniform, while the man is dressed in red medical scrubs and has a wristwatch. There are cups
A smiling man with glasses, wearing a graphic T-shirt and a blazer, standing in front of a collage of black-and-white photos of cityscapes and people in an urban setting.
A man with dark hair, beard, and missing front teeth, wearing a yellow waterproof jacket and gray cap, standing outside with fishing gear and boats in the background.
Group of six women posing in front of a wood-paneled wall with a B&B Hotels sign, some sitting on chairs and others standing, smiling.
A restaurant or bar interior with a wooden ceiling and wall, decorated with hanging string lights and a potted plant, featuring a backlit liquor shelf with bottles and taps, a long counter in front of the liquor display, a dining table set with wine
Professional headshot of a middle-aged man with light brown hair, blue eyes, and light skin, wearing a dark blazer and a blue checkered shirt, posed against a dark background.
Portrait of a young woman with red hair and blue eyes in a dimly lit room, looking thoughtfully to the side, with warm lighting and a decorative ceiling
Close-up of a person wearing a white racing helmet, looking out from inside the helmet.
A man sitting on a purple sofa in an indoor lounge area working on a silver MacBook. The surroundings are dimly lit with blue and orange lighting.
A woman with blonde hair and a bob haircut smiling at the camera in an ornate theater with red velvet seats and dim lighting.
Three men in business suits sitting at a conference table; one is speaking and gesturing with his hands, with a blurred colorful screen in the background.
Three women in graduation gowns and caps taking a selfie at a graduation ceremony outdoor.
A healthcare professional with a stethoscope listening to a young child's chest while a medical worker and a child are in a medical examination room.
Indoor restaurant setting with wooden beams, hanging Edison bulbs, a copper pendant light, a brick wall, green plants, a table with wine glasses, plates, and napkins, and a large potted plant in the foreground.
A woman is handing a room key card to a guest at a hotel reception desk, smiling. The guest has curly hair and is reaching out to receive the card. The background shows bookshelves or decorative shelves with colorful items.
Young woman walking outdoors in summer with backpack and water bottle, wearing black t-shirt and shorts.
A diverse group of 15 people, both men and women, posing together in a modern office or coworking space with open seating and high industrial ceiling.
A worker in a yellow safety vest and safety glasses standing in an industrial facility, holding a tablet, with large pipes and equipment around him. Two other workers are in the background.
A young woman with wet hair smiling against a black background, wearing a black athletic shirt with logo patches.
Woman in hijab smiling while working with scientific equipment outdoors in a park near a city building during daytime.
A smiling woman crouches with her arm resting on a treadmill in a gym. She wears glasses, a navy blue T-shirt with a university logo, and black leggings, with exercise bikes visible in the background.
A smiling woman and man standing in a modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a white countertop, and cooking utensils. The woman has blonde hair and wears a colorful patterned blouse, the man has short red hair and wears a blue button-down shirt.
Smiling man with glasses and short hair in a navy sweater and light blue shirt against a plain beige background.
Scientists working in a high-tech laboratory with electronic equipment and LED lighting.
A young woman with dark skin and short black hair, wearing a black long-sleeve top, blue jeans, a black belt with a gold buckle, and small earrings, standing in a brightly lit modern indoor space with large windows and plants.
Close-up of a person cutting into avocado toast topped with poached eggs and greens on a pink plate.
A young woman with light brown hair in a ponytail sits on a chair indoors, resting her chin on her hand, wearing a white sleeveless top, dark blue jeans, a red bandana around her neck, a wristwatch, and bracelets. She is looking to her right with a n
A man in safety goggles and a green apron standing at a workbench in a workshop, with industrial machinery, power tools, and a window showing outdoor scenery behind him.
Black and white close-up portrait of a woman with dark hair pulled back, wearing a light-colored knitted sweater and earrings, looking at the camera with a slight smile.
Two colleagues, a man and a woman, smiling and conversing in an open office space with computer monitors and coworkers working in the background.
A man sitting on a wooden ledge against a vibrant orange and yellow textured wall with greenery hanging from above. He is wearing a black blazer, black t-shirt, blue jeans, white sneakers, and a watch.
Three girls exploring a mossy, rocky area near the water with a lighthouse in the background on the coastline, under a clear blue sky.
A scientist wearing a welding helmet working on a large piece of equipment in a workshop or manufacturing environment.
A person is pouring cream or milk from a carton into a glass.
A man and a woman in a modern office setting. The man has red hair, a beard, and is wearing a dark sweater, sitting at a table with his hands folded. The woman has black hair and is wearing a burgundy blouse, standing and leaning on the table with he
An elderly woman with glasses wearing a gray coat looking thoughtfully out a window of a house during sunset.
A man in a wheelchair outside a modern glass building, wearing a gray sweater and dark pants, smiling and looking to his right.
A group of six people standing outdoors on a cloudy day, wearing casual and outdoor clothing, including boots, with a grassy field and trees in the background.
Portrait of a smiling man with a beard wearing a yellow rain jacket and a gray cap, standing outdoors with fishing traps in the background, in a coastal town.
A young woman and an older woman sit on a bench outdoors, engaged in conversation and smiling. Both have backpacks placed nearby.
A smiling man wearing glasses and a gray Healthcare uniform with 'STUDENT' and 'Edge Hill University' logos stands in a hospital or medical setting with medical equipment and a surgical light in the background.
A man and a woman working together on laptops at a high table in an office, with lockers and a reception area in the background, under overhead fluorescent lighting.
A woman in a blue cardigan in front of a refrigerator, holding a celery stick with cream cheese spread, with a tube of Primula Original Cheese in her other hand. The fridge shelves behind her contain various food items, including eggs, vegetables, an
A young woman with long blonde hair wearing an orange top, lying on the floor with one arm extended in front of her and her head resting on her hand, looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression, against a dark textured background.
A woman wearing a beige hijab and white shirt holding a pink T-shirt with white text that reads 'prevent breast cancer' inside a building with large windows.
A smiling middle-aged man in a blue suit sitting on a gray couch in an office with large windows and a city view.
Person holding a black container of MUSCLETECH VAPORX5 pre-workout supplement, with the lid open, showing the label.
Athletic man in a gym, sitting on a workout bench, holding a green shaker bottle, with a large container of MuscleTech Nitro Tech protein powder beside him; gym has dark lighting with blue and purple accents, and other people working out in the backg
A woman in a gray turtleneck sweater arranging a bouquet of flowers with scissors in a flower shop.
A woman with blonde hair in a ponytail, wearing a white sports bra and black workout leggings, is standing against a dark background, striking a fighting stance with her fists raised and looking intensely into the camera.
A woman sitting at a desk in an office or design studio, smiling and looking to the side, with color sample books or fabric swatches behind her.
A professional camera with a large lens placed on a flat surface against a dark background.
A diverse group of ten, scientists and researchers, pose together in a laboratory with scientific equipment and lab shelves in the background.
A man with red hair and a beard sitting at a table, and a woman with black hair leaning on the table in an office setting.
A man with dark hair and a beard expressing excitement, with fists raised in celebration, wearing a black button-up shirt and a watch, against a plain white background.
A smiling woman in a blue dress sitting at a panel of green seats in a conference or auditorium setting.
Three students in school uniforms conducting a science experiment in a classroom.
Two kids, a girl and a boy, playing in the sand at the beach, building a small stone structure, with green grassy dunes and cloudy sky in the background.
A man wearing a dark jacket with the logo 'CORMAR CARPET CO' is looking at his phone. Behind him, there is a white truck with the same logo and text 'CORMAR' and 'TRI-ET CO' visible on the side. The background features trees and a partly cloudy sky.
A young man holding a tire in a tire storage warehouse with rows of tires on orange metal shelves.
A man driving a truck, sitting in the driver's seat, with greenery visible outside the window.
A suited man and a casually dressed man greeting each other at the entrance of a home, with the suited man holding a small dog.
A young woman with long blonde hair smiling, wearing a striped blue and white shirt, white t-shirt, and jeans, standing in a modern office with large windows and city views.
A man in a business suit and glasses is sitting on a wooden wine crate in a wine store, holding a hand truck. The store has shelves filled with wine bottles, and a chalkboard menu behind him.
A man in a suit and tie standing indoors in front of a nature-inspired mural with greenery and pink blossoms.
A woman with dark brown hair wearing a light patterned blazer, standing outside in front of modern glass and metal office buildings, smiling and looking off to the side.
Two people, a man and a woman, working together in a workshop with tools and a robotic arm.
A middle-aged man with glasses and short gray hair, wearing an orange sweater and a checkered shirt, seated at a blue table against a blue background.
Modern building lobby with glass entrance doors, wooden wall decor, and a white reception desk, with blurred people walking inside.

Services include:

  • Brand and lifestyle photography — for businesses, agencies and startups

  • Corporate and people photography — teams, leadership, workplace culture

  • Arts and theatre photography — productions, promotional campaigns, performer portraits

  • Content creation — for social media, annual reports and marketing campaigns

  • Corporate headshots — individuals and groups, on location or on set

Based in Manchester, Phil works across the North West — including Salford, Cheshire, Liverpool and Lancashire — and regularly undertakes national commissions. Available for day-rate, project and retainer bookings.

Get in touch to discuss your project → info@philtragen.com