Colin Usher Photographer
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Colin Usher Photographer
Barrel Cottage, Haddington EH41 4HF
# Colin Usher Photographer
Colin Usher is a multifaceted digital creative operating from Haddington, Scotland, with an extended base in Nérac, France. As a photographer, he specialises in portraiture and editorial work, with an impressive portfolio spanning high-profile publications including The Face magazine and The Scotsman. His client base encompasses theatre companies such as The Traverse Theatre, Royal Lyceum, and Dundee Rep Dance Co., alongside commercial work for album covers, press materials and promotional photography.
Beyond photography, Usher operates as a web designer since 1995 and music producer. He co-founded Studio Faire, a writer and artist residency in France, and launched Studio Faire Play in 2025 to offer music collaboration residencies with touring sound engineer Wesley Kennis. Musically, he releases ambient compositions under the moniker Mister Colins and industrial noise work as Colin Usher, leveraging Teenage Engineering equipment and Ableton Live. A accomplished drummer since age ten, he has performed professionally in broadcasting, live venues and studios, notably supporting The Proclaimers with Ten Storeys High.
What distinguishes Colin Usher is his rare integration of artistic disciplines—combining visual storytelling through photography with music production and web design. This multidisciplinary approach attracts clients seeking creatives who understand both technical execution and artistic vision. His editorial credentials, theatre connections, and established presence in both Scottish and French creative communities position him as a distinctive choice for commission work across multiple creative mediums.
Colin Usher is a multifaceted digital creative operating from Haddington, Scotland, with an extended base in Nérac, France. As a photographer, he specialises in portraiture and editorial work, with an impressive portfolio spanning high-profile publications including The Face magazine and The Scotsman. His client base encompasses theatre companies such as The Traverse Theatre, Royal Lyceum, and Dundee Rep Dance Co., alongside commercial work for album covers, press materials and promotional photography.
Beyond photography, Usher operates as a web designer since 1995 and music producer. He co-founded Studio Faire, a writer and artist residency in France, and launched Studio Faire Play in 2025 to offer music collaboration residencies with touring sound engineer Wesley Kennis. Musically, he releases ambient compositions under the moniker Mister Colins and industrial noise work as Colin Usher, leveraging Teenage Engineering equipment and Ableton Live. A accomplished drummer since age ten, he has performed professionally in broadcasting, live venues and studios, notably supporting The Proclaimers with Ten Storeys High.
What distinguishes Colin Usher is his rare integration of artistic disciplines—combining visual storytelling through photography with music production and web design. This multidisciplinary approach attracts clients seeking creatives who understand both technical execution and artistic vision. His editorial credentials, theatre connections, and established presence in both Scottish and French creative communities position him as a distinctive choice for commission work across multiple creative mediums.
Services offered
Editorial & portraiture photographyAlbum cover photographyPress & promotional photographyTheatre photographyWeb design & developmentMusic productionDrummer for live performances & studio sessionsArtist residency curation