Leigh graduated from The American Intercontinental University in London with a BA in Visual Communications, majoring in photography. She has worked extensively in fashion portraiture, most recently at Double take Studios. (www.doubletake-uk.com). The Company specializes in contemporary portraits for women, men and families. After four years, she moved to Southampton as Head photographer, leading a team of 9 freelance photographers for Double take studios. Besides her studio work, she has also been photographing weddings in England and the United States. Leigh recently has relocated to Charleston, South Carolina.

Leigh’s vibrant enthusiasm and creativity as a photographer enables her to produce modern and memorable reportage images. Whatever the occasion, she will provide you with a personal service of a diverse range of candid, relaxed, and spontaneous images which capture the detail and personality of the event. Leigh prides herself on her professionalism and attention to detail.

Although Leigh Hayward primarily specialises in portrait and wedding photography, she is available to cover parties, Bar mitzvahs, christenings, social/PR and black tie events.