A Fantasy Garage Come to Life – Automotive Photography for Tom Hardman by TSP Studios

Nov 24, 2025 | Commercial/ Brand Campaign

A close-up of the front of an aston martin vintage car, showing two round headlights, a shiny hood ornament, and part of the windshield against a dark background.

A unique collection including a one of one Aston Martin Rapide shooting brake

As an automotive photographer, there are some shoots that remind you exactly why you love what you do. Working with Tom Hardman is always one of those moments. His classic and collector car showroom in Clitheroe is, quite honestly, a fantasy garage — except everything inside it is actually for sale.

Shooting his latest stock collection gave me the chance to photograph some truly spectacular machinery. And despite tight time restrictions, Tom’s brilliant on-site studio setup meant I could create a set of images I am genuinely proud of.

A Line-Up of Remarkable Cars

Here are the stars of the shoot — each a piece of rolling automotive art:

Click on the links for lots more information on these cars

1926 Rally Grand Sport Type S

A beautiful example of early motorsport engineering, full of character and vintage charm.

👉More information HERE , this car has now been sold.

1930 Aston Martin International S48

Elegant, purposeful and unmistakably Aston Martin, this pre-war model is an enthusiast’s dream.

👉 See the listing: HERE

1967 Alfa Romeo 1600 Spider RHD

A true Italian icon — and even better, this one is right-hand drive. A stunning, usable classic.

👉 View the details: HERE

2013 Aston Martin Jet 2+2

One of the most extraordinary pieces of coachbuilt design ever produced. This is the only Jet 2+2 in existence. Built at enormous cost, the project was so ambitious it ultimately contributed to the downfall of the legendary design house Bertone.

A rare privilege to photograph something this unique. HERE is an Autocar review of the car where they estimate the vehicle to be worth upwards of £5 million

👉 Explore the car: HERE

Marcos Martin- this was my personal favourite out of the bunch

More info on this fantastic quirky fibreglass car :HERE

Why I Love Shooting for Tom Hardman

Tom is one of the few classic car dealers who understands the value of elevating stock photography — going far beyond the standard record shots.
He always wants:

  • dedicated hero images
  • cinematic details
  • and my personal favourite… car-to-car motion photography

These shoots require precision, communication, and trust — and the results speak for themselves. Capturing real motion blur in-camera is a huge part of what makes these images feel alive and authentic.

Even under time pressure, Tom’s custom-built studio environment allowed me to work fast while still producing polished, high-end automotive imagery.

Proud of the Final Results

Every car on this shoot had its own personality, and bringing that out through lighting, angles, and motion was an absolute joy.

Seeing this collection come together — and knowing these images will help tell the story of such significant machines — is exactly why I love the art of automotive photography.

If You Need Automotive Photography…

Whether it’s classic cars, high-end collector vehicles or commercial dealership imagery, I’d love to help.
You can explore more of my automotive work here:
👉 https://www.tspstudios.co.uk

An Aston Martin shooting brake designed by Bertone with the license plate "JET 2" drives on a rural road, with green grass and bushes on the roadside and a cloudy sky above. The image shows motion blur, emphasizing the car’s speed.
A close-up side view of the rear section of an astir martin shooting brake designed by Bertone highlighting the smooth metallic surface, sharp lines, rear window, and a small badge. The background is dark, making the car stand out. it shows the Bertone logo.
Close-up of a car’s rear in the dark, with bright red taillights illuminated and smoke swirling around. The yellow license plate reads "JET 2." The car's body is sleek and glossy.
A leather alfa romeo leather owners manual case with a colourful circular badge rests on the driver’s seat of a car with red leather upholstery. The car’s gear stick and steering wheel are partially visible.
Close-up of a white vehicle with a large black megaphone-shaped exhaust attached to its side, near the rear wheel, against a dark background.
A westfield blue and red martini stripes drives quickly down a narrow, tree-lined road, surrounded by lush green foliage. The image captures a sense of speed and motion.
Aston Martin Jet 2 shooting brake with four doors is driving on a country road, surrounded by greenery and an overcast sky. The car is viewed from the rear side, emphasizing its sporty, elegant design.
Close-up view of a naston martin steering wheel with the Genesis logo in the centre, surrounded by blurred edges, likely taken from the rear looking through the headrest
A classic Marcos Martin sports car with a black hood and round headlights drives down a sunlit rural road, surrounded by green bushes and trees under a partly cloudy sky.
Close-up of the front grill and bumper of a classic dark blue Alfa Romeo car, showing the badge, headlights, and a black license plate with white text reading “KCY 508F” against a dark background.
Close-up of the rear of a Westfield sports car with a large rear wing, racing stripes, Martini Racing decal, and yellow license plate reading "M7 XTR." The car is parked indoors on a light-colored floor.
A classic Rally grans sport S vintage car with the license plate YN 3137 drives on a country road, bordered by green hedges under a partly cloudy sky.
Aston Martin car interior featuring a right-hand drive steering wheel, beige leather seats, polished wood trim, and a sleek central control panel with multiple dials and buttons.
Front view of a classic blue Alfa Romeo convertible sports car with round headlights and chrome accents, parked indoors on a smooth floor. The license plate reads "KCY 508F".
Top view of a car’s interior showing two red leather seats, a handbrake lever, seatbelt buckles, a gear stick, and a silver ashtray set into the center console.
Close-up of a vintage Alfa Romeo engine with metallic parts and red ignition wires, showing the "Olio" oil cap and "Alfa Romeo" logo in a dimly lit setting.
Close-up of the hood of a car with a "Marcos" logo centered on a white racing stripe, with the rest of the car and background in shadow.
Close-up view of a marcos martin's interior, showing a metal steering wheel with wooden trim, dashboard gauges, switches, and gear stick through the window. The surfaces are metallic and the car’s exterior is blue.
A close-up of a round side mirror mounted on a metallic base with rivets, reflecting part of a smooth, white surface in a softly lit setting.
A classic blue alpha romeo convertible car drives down a tree-lined country road under a partly cloudy sky, with motion blur visible on the road and background foliage.
A close-up of a shiny vintage car hood with an Aston Martin emblem and a metal radiator cap, set against a dark background.

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