• Trevor began his career as a runner at a large advertising studio in Manchester Square, London W1. He progressed through the studio program, working as a printer and later as a production manager, before securing the opportunity to move into the photography studio.

    During this time, he assisted a number of photographers, studying their techniques across large-format still life, portraiture, and general advertising photography, both in the studio and on location.

    1960s
  • 1974

    Trevor was commissioned by United Artists to shoot an album cover for the bandCan – Can Opener. The project required permission from Campbell’s Soup and Andy Warhol in the United States. This commission launched Trevor’s career as an advertising photographer within the thriving music industry, leading to work from all the major record labels.

  • During the early punk era, Trevor captured many of the movement’s defining bands, both in live performance and the studio, for press and album artwork. His most acclaimed work was with The Stranglers, photographing the albumsRattus NorvegicusandNo More Heroes, the latter earning the award for “Best Record Cover of the Year.”

    1977
  • 1980s

    Trevor expanded into moving image, founding his first production company in Kensington while continuing his stills work across the advertising and music sectors. He contributed to the development and visual identity of several major music brands.

    Over the years, clients and industries evolved, but Trevor’s creative abilities remained constant. His commercial, advertising, and music work continued to be sought after by major brands.

  • Trevor passed away in 2023. His extensive archive - spanning over five decades of music, portrait, and documentary photography - is now curated and managed by his daughter, Alicia Rogers, who is dedicated to preserving and sharing his legacy.

    For editorial, publishing, and commercial licensing enquiries, Trevor Rogers' photography is represented by Bridgeman Images.

    2023