Leah Kelley is a photographer from the South West of England whose practice is driven by a passion for animals, a curiosity for experimentation, and a desire to push the boundaries of photographic image-making. Her work often explores the relationship between the natural world and visual perception, transforming familiar or overlooked materials into images that invite closer reflection.
Alongside her fine art practice, Kelley is also interested in sports and commercial photography, where she enjoys capturing energy, movement, and visually engaging imagery. With years of experience in teaching, she also has a strong passion for supporting others through creative practice, particularly in helping children and young people use art as a way to express their emotions, interests, and passions.
Across these different areas, Kelley’s aim remains consistent: to create work that is thought-provoking, accessible, and meaningful to a wide audience. Whether working within fine art, sport, commercial photography, or creative education, she strives to make images and experiences that inspire curiosity, emotional connection, confidence, and conversation.
Exhibitions
2026
Unveiled, The Old Waiting Room, Peckham Rye Station, Peckham, London
2026
Untitled, The Poly, Falmouth, Cornwall
2025
Inscape, The Poly, Falmouth, Cornwall
Select Clients
2026 - Present
St Ives Rum
2024 - Present
Tremough Football Club
2026
Tremough Follies Society
2025 - 2026
Oyster
2025 - 2026
CSM Tennis
2025
Gert and Sid Soaps
Education
2023 - 2026
BA(Hons) Photography, Falmouth University
2021 - 2023
A Levels, Photography
Professional Experience
2022 - Present
Art Teacher and SEN Support Worker
2025 - 2026
Lead Exhibition Curator, Unveiled, Falmouth University
2025
Exhibition Curation Team member, Inscape, Falmouth University
Technical Skills
Photoshop
InDesign
Cyanotype
B&W Darkroom Printing
B&W Toning
35mm Film Photography
Hand Tanking Film
Studio Lighting
Capture One
Curating
Microscopy
Image Stacking