Hello! I am Raife Smith, a subject photographer based in West Sussex.
Photography has been an obsession of mine since I was a kid, and although I grew out of CBBC and Postman Pat, I still wield a camera everywhere I can. It wasn't just holstering some DSLR growing up that brought me here; I partook and studied all things performing arts, which has lead me to a greater understanding and urge to tell stories and relay emotions to an audience. I have always had a fascination with cars, which has now grown into an borderline-unhealthy obsession with motorsport, technology and combustion engines.
Photography has been the best place for me to combine these passions. This is best shown in my previous work with Goodwood and The International Birmingham Tattoo for example. I specialise in subject photography in the automotive sector, behind the scenes stills, events, and weddings.
If you enjoy my portfolio and would be interested in working together please contact me through the CONTACT page, or my INSTAGRAM.
I have been so fortunate to have had opportunities and experiences I could've only ever dreamed of! This truly is my dream job and I never take for granted the work I do. Every wedding, every car event and every show means the world to me. I love the gratification of being able to capture all of this and produce some beautiful photos.