Leigh Keily

Bio

Leigh Keily is an acclaimed Australian celebrity portrait and entertainment photographer, renowned for his striking imagery and distinctive style. A graduate of Central Saint Martins and the London College of Fashion, Leigh has honed his craft to become a leading figure in the world of celebrity photography. His work gained international recognition when he captured an iconic portrait of Prince William for Attitude magazine, propelling him into the spotlight. Since then, Leigh has become a sought-after photographer for some of the biggest names in film and television, with an impressive portfolio that includes luminaries such as Cate Blanchett, Viggo Mortensen, Carey Mulligan, Pierce Brosnan, Bob Odenkirk, James Corden, and Gordon Ramsay, among many others. In addition to his portrait work, Leigh has made significant contributions to the entertainment industry through key art, promotional campaigns, and innovative short video projects for major networks such as Netflix, NBC, FX, Apple TV, Disney+, the BBC, Channel 4, Comedy Central, and MTV. His dynamic video billboards have captivated audiences on the grand screens of Piccadilly Circus and Waterloo stations, while his print billboards have adorned urban landscapes worldwide. Leigh is also the co-founder and editor of JÓN, a quarterly men’s magazine that showcases his interviews and photography alongside contributions from talented photographers globally. In the realm of education, he shares his expertise by teaching photography at Central Saint Martins and the London College of Fashion, and he has authored the textbook "Photographing Fashion," available on Amazon, with a second title currently in progress. Residing primarily in West Hollywood, Leigh frequently travels to London, where he enjoys the company of friends and the picturesque views of the Thames in Putney. He shares his home with a fluffy Siberian cat named “Catherine the Great,” affectionately known as ‘Cat’—a fitting companion for a creative spirit like Leigh.