Beckett and Willis
John Beckett and George Willis began their partnership in 1863. It was relatively short lived, the partnership was dissolved by ‘mutual consent’ on 8 November 1866. It is unknown why they began the partnership, both were already established photographers and operated their own studios before, during and after they were working together. They are known for producing both portraits and views of local places.
Portrait of Mr Cornwall (Dick, Pers Comm),
Carte de Visite, 1864
Photographic Practice
Portraiture
Landscapes
Studios
20 Newborough Street - 1863-1866
32 St. Nicholas Cliff - 1863-1866
References
Adamson, K.I.P., 1996, p3
Bayliss, A. and P., 1998, p39-40 and p73
Dick, J., 2023, p18-38