Meet the Team: Rachel Collins
Meet Rachel...
Rachel is one of our amazing brand photographers and, whilst she works with a number of wonderful clients, she’s very much part of Team Hiho.
For many years now, her photography has played a key role in how our collections and the Hiho way of life are seen and understood.
With an eye for detail and a natural feel for light, texture, and movement, Rachel captures images that sit effortlessly within the world of Hiho.
From product shots to behind the scenes snippets, her work reflects the heritage, craftsmanship, and countryside life at the heart of Hiho.
Get to Know Rachel
Rachel, please tell us what your role is at Hiho and how long you have worked for us?
I’m one of the freelance photographers used by Hiho, so not actually directly employed. I’d been a fan of the brand long before I worked for them, to be asked to photograph the products was a bit of a dream come true. I feel very much part of the team despite being self-employed and can often be found involved with other projects with the Brand. I’ve just had a bit of a shock as looking back through my records my first shoot for Hiho was in the Autumn of 2017. Time flies!
Where in the UK are you based and what do you love most about living there?
I’m in Somerset, although I originate from rural Bedfordshire. I’ve lived in many wonderful English counties since leaving home about 30 years ago, but I’ve been here in Somerset for almost 10 years with no intention whatsoever of leaving! I’m in a nice little village a few miles outside the town of Chard. It’s bliss, we’ve got picture perfect rolling countryside around us, church bells that peel on Friday nights, a village shop, farmland, tractors, mud, lost sheep, horses in the lanes and chatty villagers who welcome you daily. The hills and valleys provide fitness for me and great moments of wonder, particularly when the mist hangs in the valley.
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What part of your work do you enjoy the most day to day?
I treasure the fact that in some small way my photography is helping people decide on their next purchase, purely by seeing the jewellery shown in such a way they find it relatable and entirely enticing to go that step further and purchase something.
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What is your go to piece of Hiho for any occasion?
I’ve worn the Exclusive Sterling Silver Riding Whip Bangle for years now, it’s rarely not on my right wrist, so it feels very much part of me. It’s seen high days and low days with me. It’s a piece that has withstood the daily battering of life in the country with dogs, horses, mud and muck can bring!
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Quick Fire Questions
Wellies, Walking Boots or Riding Boots?
Wellies.
Never have to do gardening/yard chores again or never have to clean the house again?
Wellies.
Never have to do gardening/yard chores again or never have to clean the house again?
House!
Spontaneous plans or well-worn routines?
Well-worn routines.
Spontaneous plans or well-worn routines?
Well-worn routines.
Early starts or slow evenings?
Early starts, I'm useless after 8!
Horses or dogs?
Cruel question!
We hope you have enjoyed getting to know Rachel!
If you would like to keep up with her beautiful photography and new adventures with Percy you can find her on Instagram at @rachelcollinsphoto and @insideleg_outsidewhat
Next week sees the end of Meet the Team, and there may be little twist!
Team Hiho xx
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Photo Credits to: Katie Mortimore Photography, Emma Warren, Matt Sweeting Photography, Jake Eastham and Martha Morgan Photography
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