Alex made me feel at ease and comfortable with my professional photoshoot. I am not comfortable with having photographs taken and I was very nervous but Alex took his time and ensured the photographs... See more
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Decoy Media are the only media team we trust with our annual events. Alex and his team joined us again at Man@Manchester this year, capturing stills, video, and interviews throughout a six-hour... See more
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Alex and the team at Decoy provided photography and video work for our group annual conference in 2025 and we could not have been happier with the results. The pictures were wonderful, capturi... See more
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As a 3D product visualiser, accurate and high quality references are essential for my work. Alex’s advertising photography is exactly that and I’m always blown away by he’s keen eye for capturing eve... See more
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Decoy Media has established itself as a cornerstone of Manchester’s commercial photography scene, built on a foundation of over fifteen years of professional expertise. Lead Photographer Alex Mead has steered the studio since 2011 with a philosophy that professional imagery should be as seamless as it is creative. This solutions-focused mindset is designed to strip away the logistical headaches for clients, whether they are global tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft or leading UK brands such as Specsavers and Boots. The studio’s technical reliability is a key differentiator in a crowded market. Decoy Media operates with a rigorous two-camera standard for all live events, ensuring instant redundancy against hardware failure. This commitment to data security extends beyond the shoot with a strict four-copy rule involving encrypted cloud backups to protect every frame. Such technical precision is matched by a refined project management process that has earned the studio over 100 five-star reviews. Clients benefit from a scalable service where Alex leads the creative direction but can deploy a hand-picked network of specialist photographers, videographers, and high-end editors to cover large-scale, multi-room conferences or rapid-turnaround PR stunts. Beyond the technicalities, Decoy Media is known for its low-impact presence. Whether capturing executive headshots in a busy boardroom or architectural details of a new development, the team prioritises a relaxed and professional etiquette that puts subjects at ease. With standard 24-hour previews and full commercial usage rights included, Decoy Media remains a primary partner for businesses looking to translate complex brand messages into compelling visual stories.
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First Floor, Swan Buildings, 20 Swan Street, M4 5JW, Manchester, United Kingdom
- 01615330365
- info@thisisdecoy.co.uk
- www.thisisdecoy.co.uk
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Delighted Client
Alex provided us with a series of fantastic photos of our property which were needed for an internal presentation. Everybody was impressed with the clarity and artistic vision of the shots. Would recommend Decoy Media to my clients without hesitation.
November 15, 2018
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Reply from Decoy Media - Manchester Photographers
Thank you for your kind words Rick.
An excellent photographer
An excellent photographer. Talented and reliable.
November 13, 2018
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Reply from Decoy Media - Manchester Photographers
Thank you for the great review!
Excellent.
I have used Decoy Media to photograph some high profile events for me and have always found them to be attentive to detail while delivering high quality images. I especially like the online gallery they provide which allows all my event attendees to view their images.
November 12, 2018
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Reply from Decoy Media - Manchester Photographers
Thanks for the great feedback! We're really glad you like our online gallery set up.
We have worked with Alex (Decoy Media)…
We have worked with Alex (Decoy Media) on a number of projects over the last few years and have always been incredibly happy with his work. He is very professional, his work is excellent and he is lovely to work with.
November 12, 2018
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Reply from Decoy Media - Manchester Photographers
Thank you for your kind words Nick, we can't wait to work with the team at Feral again!
Excellent photographer
Alex came and photographed our evening meetup and was fantastic. He was easy to work with, blended into the background, took brilliant shots and turned them around really quick. We’re really pleased and have worked with him many times since.
November 11, 2018
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Reply from Decoy Media - Manchester Photographers
Thanks for the great feedback Adam!
Alex went above and beyond our…
Alex went above and beyond our expectations at short notice!
Great photos, just what we required to show off our newly refurbished Advanced Manufacturing Centre - we've used several of the photos for some recent marketing activities and they really show case our capability offering.
Brilliant job Alex, thank you very much.
Look forward to working with you again soon.
November 8, 2018
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Reply from Decoy Media - Manchester Photographers
Thank you Lorraine, it was our pleasure and we look forward to working with TP Group again in the near future.
Decoy Media, amazing photography!
We've worked with Alex (Decoy) on a number of projects recently, and we just think that he's amazing! He's such a nice person too, easy going and full of ideas. His work is brilliant as he's very creative and professional, we would certainly recommend Alex to anyone!
November 8, 2018
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Reply from Decoy Media - Manchester Photographers
Thank you for your kind words Nick, we can't wait to work with the team at Feral again!
Event Photography
In working with Alex and the team at Decoy Media for nearly three years, I have found them to be professional and reliable at all times. I value how collaboratively they work with us, and the excellent quality of photography they produce.
November 8, 2018
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Reply from Decoy Media - Manchester Photographers
Thanks for the great feedback Daniela, we love working with the team at Castle Fine Art!
Outstanding photography and professional service every time.
Having worked with Decoy Media on various projects, I can highly recommend them. Amazing photo's and completely professional throughout - always our preferred supplier for photography - MD of Lumina Studios
November 7, 2018
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Reply from Decoy Media - Manchester Photographers
Thanks Jo! We look forward to working with Lumina again soon!
Decoy are great to work with and always…
Decoy are great to work with and always achieve what we're looking for and more. Really great, exciting images and they're fun and friendly to work with. Can't recommend them enough!
November 7, 2018
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Reply from Decoy Media - Manchester Photographers
Thanks for the great feedback Geof!
5* Decoy media
5* Decoy media, were professional and delivered just as expected a reliable service and someone I will be definitely referring to my corporate network and friends. Thanks guys!
November 7, 2018
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Reply from Decoy Media - Manchester Photographers
Thank you Ryan! We look forward to working with Revolut again in the future.
5* Alex covered our corporate Christmas…
5* Alex covered our corporate Christmas party - he was extremely professional, and his images were incredible, fulfilling the brief we provided. He's great!
November 7, 2018
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Reply from Decoy Media - Manchester Photographers
Thanks Camile! We look forward to working with you again in a few weeks.
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