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Why book an alternative urban couple photo shoot near Birmingham UK's The Custard Factory, Digbeth?




Booking an alternative urban couple shoot near The Custard Factory in Digbeth, Birmingham is a great idea if you're looking for something bold, creative, and full of character.


Here’s why this area is such a fantastic choice...

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Urban shoots are perfect for...


Couples who want something non-traditional


Engagement shoots with personality


LGBTQ+ couples looking for expressive locations


Anniversary sessions with style

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Edgy, Industrial Aesthetic...


The Custard Factory is located in Birmingham's creative quarter and surrounded by gritty, post-industrial architecture, giving your photos a raw, urban edge.


Exposed brick, graffiti walls, and steel structures offer a grungy, authentic backdrop —ideal if you’re into alternative or street-style photography.

Abandoned urban walkway with graffiti covered walls and railings leading into dark tunnel under moody sky.
Urban graffiti covered walkway with metal railings under bridge in moody industrial setting at sunset.
People walk along an urban walkway surrounded by graffiti-covered walls and industrial architecture in a gritty city setting.
A romantic black and white street scene shows a couple embracing near graffitied walls in an urban setting.
Couple in urban setting standing by brick wall with graffiti while enjoying an intimate moment on industrial walkway.
Romantic moment captured in an urban industrial setting with brick walls and graffiti art.
A couple embraces on an industrial walkway covered in graffiti and urban art.
A silhouetted figure overlooks an urban scene with brick buildings and train tracks on an overcast day.
A tender black and white moment shared on an urban balcony with graffiti-covered walls in the background.
Colorful graffiti decorates the entrance of Red Brick Market, a brick building with street art-covered walls.

 It’s a Cultural Hub...


The Custard Factory regularly hosts creative events, art shows, and markets, so you might catch something cool happening in the background of your shoot.


It adds a layer of spontaneity and vibrancy to your photos.

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Incredible Street Art...


Digbeth is famous for its vibrant, large-scale murals and ever changing graffiti art. Each piece adds a burst of colour and personality to your shoot.


The artwork often reflects local culture, music, and identity, making your shoot feel both intimate and culturally rich.

A romantic couple embraces against an urban brick wall featuring dramatic black and white street art murals.
Two people having an animated conversation in front of a colorful graffiti wall at an urban location.
A couple shares a romantic kiss against a graffiti-covered wall in an urban street setting.
A couple shares an intimate moment against a graffiti wall on an urban street with orange buildings in the background.
Couple embraces in front of vibrant red and white graffiti wall in urban setting.
A romantic couple shares an intimate moment against a vibrant graffiti wall with orange and white street art designs.
Two people pose in front of a dramatic black and white graffiti mural on a brick wall.

Alternative Vibes = Authentic Expression...


Unlike traditional couple shoots in parks or stately homes, Digbeth allows you to break the mold and express your relationship in a more personalised, offbeat way.


Ideal for couples who are into alternative fashion, music, tattoos, skate culture, or just want something that feels less “posed” and more real.

Two people share a candid moment on a city street in black and white with graffiti walls in the background.
Couple poses playfully against vibrant green graffiti wall with floral designs at night.
Two people conversing in front of a black and white graffiti mural wall with abstract designs.
A person wearing a floral print dress sits on a folding chair against a graffiti-covered wall in a moody nighttime setting.
A romantic couple shares an intimate moment against a vibrant green mural wall with floral designs.
Romantic couple sharing a kiss against colorful graffiti wall with urban street art in the background.
Two people pose next to large street art mural of eyes on turquoise brick wall.

Photographer Heaven...


The variety of textures, light, and urban elements here gives me as a photographer, tons of creative freedom—from moody alleyways to wide open warehouse spaces.


Perfect for capturing cinematic, editorial-style shots with a bit of drama and story.

Two people walk past vibrant pink graffiti murals on an urban street wall in warm sunlight.
A couple embraces in front of a dramatic black and white graffiti mural painted on a brick wall.
Black and white photo of a romantic couple laughing together under a graffitied bridge on Drygate Street.
Two people walking under gritty urban archway with graffiti and street art at Fazeley Studios in Birmingham.
Urban couple shares tender moment against graffiti wall with colorful red artwork in industrial setting.
Romantic couple posing against graffiti wall with moody red lighting and urban style fashion.
A couple in black and white embraces against a graffiti wall in an urban setting with an artistic black eye mural.
Couple in edgy outfits share tender moment against urban graffiti wall with pink and dark tones.
Intimate couple moment captured against urban wall art with dramatic lighting and shadows.
A romantic couple shares a tender kiss against a graffitied red wall background.
Two people stand by a vibrant pink street art mural featuring a heart design in an urban setting.
A couple shares an intimate moment against a graffiti wall at sunset on an urban street.
A black and white urban street scene with two figures in front of a wall covered in graffiti artwork.
People embrace in front of vibrant graffiti walls with pink street art and an arrow sign visible in an urban setting.
A couple embraces in front of vibrant street art and graffiti on brick walls in an urban setting.
Black and white street art mural of large eyes painted on brick wall with two people posing beside it.
Two people enjoying coffee at an outdoor cafe table along a busy city street with arched architecture.

Hip cafes & Cool Hangouts...


After or during your shoot, you can relax in some of Digbeth’s independent coffee shops, vintage stores, or street food venues.


These spots can be included in the shoot too, making for cozy, candid moments that contrast beautifully with the raw industrial backdrops.

Two people share a table at an outdoor cafe on a city street with an urban backdrop in black and white.
Two people chat while standing near a bicycle on a sunny urban street with storefronts in the background.

I'd like to thank Chuck & Tom for meeting me in Digbeth for their Urban Couple shoot.

They were so awesome to work with! We had a great time!

If you'd like to book an Urban Photo Shoot with me, please get in touch!

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