Business Details
Your Trusted Family Photography Studio in Lewes Since 1858
Edward Reeves Photography has been a cornerstone of Lewes since the mid-1850s, established by Edward Reeves as a pioneering photography studio. As the world's longest-established photographic studio, we have served four generations of families, businesses, and organisations, blending traditional expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver unparalleled quality and service. Our dedication to capturing life's moments with authenticity, from portrait sittings to commercial projects, is rooted in over 160 years of technical mastery and a deep commitment to preserving stories through the art of photography.With a team led by Tom Reeves, a Qualified Licentiate of the British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP), we continue to innovate while upholding the values of integrity, craftsmanship, and customer care that have defined our legacy.
Services
Portrait Photography
Wedding Photography
Commercial Photography
Digital Restoration
Passport Photos
Archival Services
Photo Printing
Photo Framing
Local Views Photography
Family Portraits
Highlights and features
- We have over 160 years of continuous experience in photography.
- Our team combines historical expertise with modern digital technology.
- We offer in-house photo restoration and copying services.
- Our work is rooted in capturing natural, authentic moments.
- We are acknowledged as the world's longest-established photographic studio.
Associations and certifications
- British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP)
What people say
Expert craftsmanship
Lovely record of Merryn
Natural and relaxed
Best that's been taken
Pleasure to deal with
Services
Portrait Photography
Offering timeless portrait sessions capturing individual and family moments with authenticity. Our approach combines traditional techniques and modern technology to produce natural, emotive images. Ideal for personal milestones and professional needs.
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with a focus on candid, spontaneous moments and formal poses. We prioritise storytelling through high-quality images that reflect the uniqueness of each event. Clients appreciate our discreet yet thorough coverage.
Digital Restoration
Reviving damaged or faded photographs using advanced digital techniques. Services include colourisation, fading reversal, and physical damage repair, ensuring cherished memories are preserved. Originals remain securely on-site during processing.
Commercial Photography
Providing photography for businesses, including product shots, corporate portraits, and location imagery. Our work caters to marketing and branding needs, blending technical precision with creative vision to enhance visual communication.
Passport Photos
Professional passport and identity photo services meeting official specifications. We ensure accurate lighting, composition, and sizing for government-issued documents, with quick turnaround times for urgent requirements.
People
Tom Reeves
Photographer & Business Owner
Born in 1960, Tom studied Photographic Sciences at the University of Westminster and joined the family business full-time in 1982, bringing expertise in digital capture by 2010.
Edward Reeves
Founder
Established the business in the mid-1850s as a pioneer of photography, setting up the studio at 159 High Street Lewes in 1858, laying the foundation for a 160-year legacy.
Mary Elizabeth 'Pollie' Reeves
Photographer
A pioneer female photographer in the early 20th century, Pollie contributed significantly to the studios work, specialising in portrait retouching and capturing local life.
Benjamin Vinall 'Ben' Reeves
Photographer
Active from the 1890s until his death in 1948, Ben expanded the studios range of subjects and documented civic events, maintaining the familys collaborative ethos.
Edward M Reeves
Photographer
Joined the business in the 1920s, transitioning from banking, and advanced the studios adoption of roll film and colour photography before retiring in 1980.
Questions
What makes Edward Reeves Photography unique?
As the world's longest-established photographic studio, we combine 160 years of tradition with modern technology to deliver exceptional, authentic imagery.
What services do you offer?
We provide portrait, wedding, commercial, and passport photography, along with digital restoration and archival services tailored to personal and professional needs.
Can you restore old photographs?
Yes, we offer digital restoration services to repair fading, colour loss, and physical damage, preserving your original photos securely on-site.
How do I book a photography session?
Contact us via phone or email to schedule an appointment outside our standard opening hours of Wednesday to Saturday, 10am–3pm.
Do you serve areas beyond Lewes?
While based in Lewes, we cater to clients across East Sussex and beyond, with experience adapting to diverse locations and requirements.
Are there payment options for your services?
Payments are arranged upon consultation, with details confirmed before service commencement. Please inquire for specific options.
Reviews (3)
Chris Dudley
Nov 29, 2021
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Tom was our wedding photographer several weeks ago, and we couldn't have asked for a nicer person. He arrived early on the day, and captured so many lovely moments, both posed and in the moment. The service was top notch from first consultation to picking up the photos after the wedding. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding photographer.
Mark B.-W.
Oct 08, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Not only did they take wonderful photos of our wedding back in 2011, but also put together a beautiful photo book at short notice in time for our 10th anniversary this year. Cant recommend them highly enough!
Not only did they take wonderful photos of our wedding back in 2011, but also put together a beautiful photo book at short notice in time for our 10th anniversary this year. Cant recommend them highly enough!
Amy Riley
Sep 05, 2017
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They did my prom photos they where amazing, i am now using them as part in my collage work to help advertising for you guys. so pleased with my photos. thanks very much.
