Hi, welcome to Dan Waters Creative. If you want great photos and a friendly photographer who's service screams 'nothing is too much trouble!' then read on...
Whether you want a wedding photographer, family portraits, photos of your pets, or photos of your business, I pride myself on taking photos you'll love or I'll give you your money back! I use Photoshop to digitally enhance your photos and this is all included in the price.
I even offer personal 1-2-1 photography training if you would like to improve your own photography. I'm also an experienced copywriter, so I've started to expand into photo-journalism, specialising in travel and wildlife articles.
You can buy prints from this website or you can buy digital images by contacting me or clicking on the Alamy logo.
Stock photography by Daniel+Waters at Alamy

Latest photos uploaded

Photo tips

Photo tip - Smoothing skin in Photoshop
08th February 2010
This is a very simple technique for smoothing skin in Photoshop or Photoshop Elements.
Creating blue skies in Photoshop
08th February 2010
This tip will show you how to create a deep blue sky in Photoshop, just like in the travel magazines.
Photo tip - How to create a gritty portrait in Photoshop
07th February 2010
Some portraits and urban scenes lend themselves to a gritty style that adds character and depth. Here's a quick way of doing it in Photoshop.
Photo tip - How to learn photography
03rd February 2010
Tips on the different methods of learning photography and their pros and cons. I have included some fantastic links to great photography websites.
Photo tip - Metering modes
03rd January 2010
Many amateur photographers treat camera metering modes like George Bush treated climate change - they pretend it doesn't exist, or that it's not important. Well they do exist and they are important, but they are easier to sort out than climate change.
Photo tip - Basic camera functions
03rd January 2010
If you have just bought a camera and need to get your head round some of the basic functions then here are a few tips to get you started.
Photo tip - Finding photos
30th December 2009
This photo tip helps you find, visualise and then create great photos in any given situation.
Photo tip - How to take outdoor portraits
30th December 2009
Outdoor portrait photography is more fun and offers more creativity than in a studio in my opinion. Here are a few tips for photographing outdoors.
Photography course in Peterborough
24th September 2009
I am now running one-to-one photography training courses to help people in and around the Peterborough area improve their skills.
Real Travel magazine photo of the month winner
02nd September 2009
I'm very pleased to have won the Real Travel photo of the month competition for September 2009.
Photo tip - 35 Landscape photography tips
27th April 2009
35 landscape photography tips to help you improve. If you're in the Peterborough area I run one to one photography training.
How to submit photos to Alamy
12th April 2009
This is a step by step guide to help you upload your photos to Alamy.
Approved by Alamy
20th January 2009
I am now a member of the web's largest photo library, Alamy.
Photo tip - How to deal with burnt out skies and contrast
31st December 2008
Tips on avoiding burnt out skies and other problems with contrast in your photos. If you're in the Peterborough area I run one to one photography training.
Photo tip - Photographing wildlife in winter
29th December 2008
Tips for photographing wildlife in winter and some key reasons why winter is great for photographing wildlife and landscapes.

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Portfolio

Portrait photography Portrait photography
I take portraits you'll love or I'll give you your money back. Portraits can be taken at my home studio in Hampton or I'm happy to bring my lights and backgrounds to your own home where you may feel more comfortable. I can use Photoshop to enhance your photos or provide artistic effects. Memories fade, so invest just £30 on a session and guarantee yourself happy memories for a lifetime.
Wedding photos Wedding photos
I guarantee you'll be pleased with your wedding photos or I'll give you your money back! I use Photoshop to give your wedding photos that extra zing and this rare and exclusive service is all included in the price. I offer a 'Trash the dress' photoshoot service for £150, so you can have a liberating and artistic shoot in your wedding dress - after the wedding of course! I photograph weddings from £500.
Baby portraits Baby portraits
My low overheads mean very competitive packages compared with the high print prices of Venture or Mothercare. I take professional photos at amateur prices and can even take baby photos in your home. Gorgeous portraits of your baby will give you happy memories that last a lifetime.
Pet portraits Pet portraits
I can take pet photos in my home studio or I can come to your home. It can also be a good idea to take photos of dogs while they are out on a walk, as it can help them behave more naturally. Click on the photography prices section to see some great deals from £30.
British Landscapes British Landscapes
A portfolio showing the varied landscapes of the British Isles. The series includes photos of the Highlands of Scotland, the Lake District and more.
Photos in and around Peterborough Photos in and around Peterborough
It may not be a renowned photographic destination but Peterborough and the surrounding countryside has a surprising amount to offer. If you have a local business, then why not commission me for a calendar or coffee table book of the Peterborough area?
Summer wildlife watching Wildlife and photography articles
This is a portfolio of some of my published articles on wildlife and photography.
The UK's Best Wildlife Locations The UK's Best Wildlife Locations
This is a gallery of some of the best places to find wildlife in the UK. Use the search function on the website to find the best locations for the animals you want to see. I've divided up the UK by county so you can easily find the best places near you. If you live in or near Peterborough then give me a shout and I'll let you in on some great local wildlife locations.
British Mammals British Mammals
For tips on photographing wildlife then click on the tips section of this website. If you're in the Peterborough area I run 1-2-1 photography training and can help you with your wildlife photography too. Use the search function on this site to find the best places to find particular animals.
British Birds British Birds
A portfolio of breeding and migrant British birds, from raptors and waders to waterfowl and garden birds.
Photos of Malaysia Photos of Malaysia
Malaysia is a beautiful, varied and often overlooked country. Hopefully some of these photos will encourage you to agree.
Kenyan Wildlife Kenyan Wildlife
A selection of the wildlife stars you are likely to see on a Kenyan Safari. All photos were taken with JT Tours. Check out JT Tours reviews online; they are based near Mombasa and they provide a fantastic safari service. The zebra photo pictured here won photo of the month in Real Travel magazine.
Orphaned Kenyan schoolgirl Destination Kenya - article
My experiences of travelling in Kenya, with specific emphasis on the uplifting character of the Kenyan people. Accompanying photos are displayed at the bottom of the article.
Eiffel over the Seine Paris
Paris is a heavyweight of world cities so needs no introduction from me. Here are my efforts at showing the beauty of the capital of romance.
Young lioness portrait Big Cat photos
A portfolio of the world's most famous and rare big cats. Some of these photos were taken in captivity and some are wild cats in Kenya.
Note from the editor Insight magazine - articles
Insight is the most widely circulated roofing magazine in the UK and I was the Editor for three years. It took me from the sleepy, slate covered roofs of Swithland in Leicestershire, to the galvanised steel gutters of Sweden. Here are a small selection of the articles I produced for the magazine.
Mail on Sunday - 300 ways to hear better Articles about hearing loss
Although I don't have a hearing loss myself I have written many articles and brochures for RNID (Royal National Institute for Deaf People). Here's a small selection.

For more information about deafness visit http://www.rnid.org.uk and for a choice of nearly 300 products to help deaf and hard of hearing people visit http://www.rnid.org.uk/shop
Wildlife Trust workshops Wildlife Trust Conference
I was asked to photograph the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire and Peterborough Wildlife Trust Annual Conference in St Neots. It was organised to update all the Wildlife Trust volunteers in the area - one of which is me.
Ponderous gorilla Mammals of the world
This is a selection of photos of mammals from all over the world.
White stork Birds of the world
This gallery shows a mix of birds from across the globe, including the rare (Meller's duck) and the weird (secretary bird).
Pool frog Wildlife closeups
Close up shots of insects, flowers, reptiles and anything else that will let me get close enough to photograph them from 3cm away.
Malaysian butterfly Butterflies
A selection of butterflies from all over the world. As I'm not an experienced entomologist, I'm in the process of naming them - so please come back to find out what I've shot. Alternatively, please feel free to contact me if you can help.
St Charles Bridge The Historic City of Prague
A portfolio of some of the architecture and tourist attractions of Prague
Me and Worthington the Ring Necked Parakeet The beauty of wildlife photography - article
This article describes the importance of wildlife photography to me and the reasons behind my passion for photographing the natural world.
Stress free travelling Stress-free travelling - article
Tips on taking the stress out of travelling.