"Your Vision, Captured to Perfection."
Southfield Studios is a creative collective made up of some of the most accomplished regional and national talent working today. Our team brings years of experience producing high-impact visual content for leading brands and organisations, consistently elevating their marketing potential through powerful, captivating storytelling.
What sets Southfield Studios apart is the flexibility in how we work. We can collaborate seamlessly as a collective or step in independently—adapting to whatever each client, project, or campaign demands.
Importantly, we are not an agency.
And that’s our strength.
We operate with standards that rival—and often surpass—traditional agency output, but without the inflated overheads or premium agency price tags. Clients gain access to top-tier creative excellence, direct collaboration with the talent producing the work, and a streamlined process that prioritises craft, quality and results.
Southfield Studios: agency-level creativity, without the agency-level cost.
Where exceptional talent meets efficient, story-driven results
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We’re a tight-knit team of creatives combining over 30 years of experience in photography, film, and design.
Founder Mark Griffiths brings an MA in Documentary Photography and extensive experience working with major clients such as Vodafone and Cancer Research UK.
Videographer Jordan Sheehy-Lomax adds 11 years of storytelling through film, with work produced for The Open University and the Farmers' Union of Wales.
Designer Gill Thomas contributes over 15 years of creative expertise, crafting work for clients including The Lullaby Trust and Buzz Magazine.
Together, we bring a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach to delivering thoughtful, impactful visual work for clients across the UK.
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At Southfield Studios, we combine the strengths of a creative collective with the clarity and efficiency clients value most. Our team brings years of experience producing high-impact photography, film, and design for leading brands and organisations - always driven by thoughtful, powerful storytelling.
What sets us apart is our flexibility. We collaborate seamlessly as a team or step in individually, depending on what each project demands. This agile way of working ensures every brief gets the right talent, attention, and craft from start to finish.
We deliver work that rivals traditional agency output, without the overheads or inflated price tags. Clients work directly with the creatives shaping their project, benefiting from a streamlined process that prioritises quality, creativity, and real results.Southfield Studios offers top-tier visual content with a personal, collaborative approach - designed to elevate brands regionally and nationally.
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As a creative collective, we bring over three decades of combined experience in photography, film, and design. Together, we’ve produced work for leading organisations including Vodafone, Cancer Research UK, the NHS, The Open University, the Farmers' Union of Wales, The Lullaby Trust, Buzz Magazine, and the Deep Institute.
We combine our strengths to deliver thoughtful, high-quality visual work that elevates brands and organisations across the UK - grounded in strong storytelling, collaboration, and a commitment to impactful creative results.
Let us elevate your brand.
We are award-winning creatives with a proven track record of delivering compelling visuals for some of the world’s leading brands and organisations.
Our work has been featured by Channel 4, The Telegraph Magazine, The Smith Journal, The Guardian, The Financial Times, VICE, and the BBC, among others.
Beyond storytelling, we’ve crafted high-impact commercial campaigns for The National Lottery, Hulu, Vodafone, and many more - helping businesses grow, engage audiences, and expand their reach. We take pride in producing striking, high-quality visuals that not only tells a story but also drives results.
Let’s bring your vision to life.
our work
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Who are we?
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We are made up of photographer and founder Mark Griffiths, who holds an MA in Documentary Photography and brings over 15 years of experience working with major brands and established clients including Vodafone and Cancer Research UK.
Our videographer, Jordan Sheehy-Lomax, has 11 years of experience telling stories through film. She studied Film at the University of South Wales and has produced video content for respected organisations such as The Open University and the Farmers' Union of Wales.
Our designer, Gill Thomas, has worked as a freelance creative since 2007, producing design work for clients including The Lullaby Trust and Buzz Magazine.
Together, we bring a diverse blend of photographic, video, and design expertise—combining over three decades of industry experience - to elevate the visual impact of brands, organisations, and clients both regionally and nationally. We pride ourselves on delivering thoughtful, engaging, and high-quality creative work grounded in storytelling, collaboration, and a deep understanding of each client’s needs.
vodafone
cancer research
the national lottery
deep manufacturing
the guardian
Hulu
the Financial Times
the observer magazine
the bbc
The Open University
Merthyr Valley Homes
vodafone cancer research the national lottery deep manufacturing the guardian Hulu the Financial Times the observer magazine the bbc The Open University Merthyr Valley Homes
What our clients say about us
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“We needed high-quality brand imagery for our new website, and Southfield Studios delivered beyond expectations. They quickly understood our brand, suggested creative ideas, and captured a perfect mix of portraits and candid shots. The final images gave our site a polished, authentic look. We’ll absolutely work with them again.”
Deep Limited
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“Southfield Studios photographed the Welsh women’s rugby team for a Vodafone campaign and absolutely nailed the brief. They captured powerful, dynamic shots that reflected both the strength of the players and the brand message. Their professionalism on set and attention to detail were outstanding - we couldn’t be happier with the results.”
Guardian Labs
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"We've worked with Mark at Southfield Studios on several key projects, including the Clean Rivers campaign and our Action Summit, and he always delivers. He's incredibly reliable, professional, and consistently produces outstanding results—even in fast-paced or challenging environments. Mark is our go-to photographer for a reason."
The Future Generations Commissioner for Wales
Our Team
Mark griffiths
Founder of Southfield Studios, Mark is a creative leader dedicated to promoting and representing some of Wales’ most exciting creative talent. Established to give brands and organisations direct access to photographers, filmmakers, designers and creatives through a single platform, Southfield Studios operates with a flexible, collaborative approach. Members work independently or together as required, delivering high-quality, end-to-end creative solutions without the need for a traditional agency, allowing clients to reduce costs while still achieving the professional standard and creative excellence they expect.
Mark Griffiths is an award-winning photographer with over 15 years’ experience in commercial and advertorial photography. He began his career shooting editorial features for leading publications including The Guardian, FT Weekend, The Observer Magazine, The Telegraph Magazine and Smith Journal, before expanding into commercial and advertising campaigns for a wide range of brands and charities such as Vodafone UK, Cancer Research and The National Lottery.
Holding a Master’s degree in documentary photography, Mark has worked with national and international clients and is recognised for his dynamic lighting, bold use of colour and contemporary visual approach. Detail-driven and highly professional, he delivers striking imagery tailored to each brand’s objectives and audience.
Founder and Photographer
Jordan Sheehy-Lomax
Jordan Sheehy-Lomax is a passionate videographer based in Pontypridd, South Wales, with over 10 years of experience telling stories through video. She studied Film at the University of South Wales and has since worked across a wide range of projects – from music videos and corporate case studies to community initiatives and event highlights. She has also produced video content for major organisations including The Open University, Ty Hafan, and the NHS.
She thrives on creativity and meaningful connections, and she understands the importance of clear communication and quick turnaround, ensuring clients always know where their project stands.
Videographer
Gill Thomas is a graphic designer specialising in branding, print, and digital design for cultural, commercial, and corporate clients. Passionate about building strong client relationships, she works collaboratively to create thoughtful, impactful design solutions that communicate clear and compelling messages to their intended audiences.
She holds a BA (Hons) in Graphic Design from Nottingham Trent University and has been freelancing since 2009. Alongside her studio practice, Gill is an Associate Tutor at Cardiff Metropolitan University, where she teaches Editorial Design on the MA Journalism programme.
Over the years, she has worked with a range of respected organisations, including Bowel Cancer UK, The Lullaby Trust, and Campaigns for National Parks.
Graphic Designer
Gill thomas
Contact us.
hello@southfieldstudios.com
(+44) 07875-100-416
Pontypridd, South Wales, UK