Swansea based photographer operating in Wales, the rest of the UK and worldwide
A young couple take a selfie on the beach as the sun rises, marking the beginning of the meteorological summer, Swansea Bay, Wales, UK. Tuesday 01 June 2021
A live performance takes place in the Luminarium during Dance Days, organised by Taliesin at St David’s, Swansea, Wales, UK. Saturday 04 June 2024
Dimitris Legakis – Athena Picture Agency
A male athlete approaches the swimming finish line during the Llanelli Sprint Triathlon part of the British Triathlon Super Series at the North Dock in the Millennium Coastal Park, Llanelli, Wales, UK.
Canon 1DX Mark II
Canon f2.8 70-200mm IS Mark III
ISO 200
f3.5
1/4000
200mm
Aerial pictures of the properties that got destroyed after a gas explosion in the Morriston area of Swansea, Wales, UK. Monday 13 March 2023
Dimitris Legakis / Athena Pictures
Hannah Jenkins, from Porthcawl, celebrates her 50th birthday in fancy dress and a birthday balloon while swimming 120 yards during the Chapel World Bog Snorkelling Championships at Waen Rydd bog, on August Bank Holiday weekend, in which, in the outskirts of Llanwrtyd Wells, Wales, UK. Sunday 24 August 2025
Canon 1DX Mark II
Canon f2.8 70-200mm IS MARK III
ISO 160
f3.5
1/2000
200mm
Pictured: Goncalo Franco poses with a third kit shirt. Thursday 11 July 2024
Re: Goncalo Franco signs contract with Swansea City AFC at Fairwood Training Ground, Swansea, Wales, UK.
Jamie Paterson, Flynn Downes, Joe Piroe, Matt Grimes and Ethan Laird during a studio photo-shoot for Marc Darcy Menswear
Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds at the Utilita Arena, Cardiff, Wales, UK. Wednesday 06 November 2024
Dimitris Legakis – Athena Picture Agency
Dancers of the County Youth Dance Company rehearse at Taliesin Theatre, Swansea, Wales, UK. Friday 25 April 2025
Pictured: Friday 25 April 2025
Canon 1DX Mark II
Canon f2.8 70-200mm IS Mark III
ISO 25600
f3.5
1/800
145mm
Rhun ap Iorweth, leader of welsh political party Plaid Cymru on the grounds of the Eisteddfod in isycoed, near Wrexgam, Wales, UK. Monday 04 August 2025
Canon 1DX Mark II
Canon f2.8 70-200mm IS Mark III
ISO 400
f3.2
1/3200
70mm
A male dancer of the County Youth Dance Company rehearses at Taliesin Theatre, Swansea, Wales, UK. Friday 25 April 2025
Pictured: Friday 25 April 2025
Canon 1DX Mark II
Canon f2.8 70-200mm IS Mark III
ISO 25600
f3.5
1/800
125mm
Josh Key of Swansea City celebrates his goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Plymouth Argyle and Swansea City at the Home Park, Plymouth, England, UK. Saturday 07 October 2023
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Athena Picture Agency provides professional photographic services to media organisations, businesses, and public sector clients across the UK and internationally. Our work supports clear, accurate communication through high-quality imagery produced for editorial, news, public relations, sport, and commercial use.
We maintain a broad and established portfolio covering domestic and overseas assignments, including commissions for the UK national press. With over two decades of industry experience, we have worked with a wide range of recognised organisations and brands, delivering reliable photography to tight editorial and commercial deadlines.
Based in Swansea, South Wales, Athena Picture Agency primarily operates throughout Wales and the M4 corridor, from Pembrokeshire to Bristol. We also undertake national and international commissions as required. Across all assignments, we apply the same professional standards, technical consistency, and editorial awareness to ensure imagery meets the specific needs of each client.
Athena Picture Agency was established in October 2008 and is led by a photographer with professional experience dating back to 2003. We deliver high-quality photography for press, business, and commercial use.
As the Official Swansea City AFC sports photography provider, we understand the importance of accurate, consistent imagery for sport, public relations, and commercial applications. Our searchable picture archive includes a wide range of licensed imagery, including sports, commercial photography, and business portraiture.
Athena Picture Agency continues to develop in line with the changing demands of the industry. Our work is published internationally across newspapers, magazines, and digital news platforms. For enquiries regarding commercial or editorial photography commissions, please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Dimitris Legakis
Dimitris Legakis is the founder of Athena Picture Agency and an experienced photojournalist with more than two decades in the industry.
Originally from Athens, Greece, Dimitris relocated to Swansea in 2000 to study photojournalism and pursue a career in documentary and editorial photography. He views photography as a record of historical moments, focusing on accurately documenting events as they unfold.
Following his studies, Dimitris established his professional base in Swansea, where he has since built a long-standing career while fully integrating into Welsh cultural life. He continues to develop his Welsh language skills, enabling him to engage more effectively with local communities and assignments.
Since the establishment of Athena Picture Agency, Dimitris has served as the Official Photographer of Swansea City AFC, covering fixtures and related assignments across the UK and Europe. His work spans news, sport, features, and commercial commissions, and has been published widely in regional, national, and international newspapers, magazines, and digital media outlets.
Dimitris remains committed to maintaining high editorial standards and continues to develop Athena Picture Agency in response to the evolving demands of the photography and media industries.
Photography Services
Athena Picture Agency provides professional photography services for editorial, corporate, and commercial clients. Core areas of work include:
Public relations and press photography for newspapers, agencies, and organisations across the UK
Sports photography, including regular commissions at major sporting events
Corporate and business photography, including professional headshots and website imagery
Food photography for restaurants and hospitality businesses
A selection of previous work is available through our searchable picture archive.
Athena Picture Agency provides professional photographic services to media organisations, businesses, and public sector clients across the UK and internationally. Our work supports clear, accurate communication through high-quality imagery produced for editorial, news, public relations, sport, and commercial use.
We maintain a broad and established portfolio covering domestic and overseas assignments, including commissions for the UK national press. With over two decades of industry experience, we have worked with a wide range of recognised organisations and brands, delivering reliable photography to tight editorial and commercial deadlines.
Based in Swansea, South Wales, Athena Picture Agency primarily operates throughout Wales and the M4 corridor, from Pembrokeshire to Bristol. We also undertake national and international commissions as required. Across all assignments, we apply the same professional standards, technical consistency, and editorial awareness to ensure imagery meets the specific needs of each client.
Athena Picture Agency was established in October 2008 and is led by a photographer with professional experience dating back to 2003. We deliver high-quality photography for press, business, and commercial use.
As the Official Swansea City AFC sports photography provider, we understand the importance of accurate, consistent imagery for sport, public relations, and commercial applications. Our searchable picture archive includes a wide range of licensed imagery, including sports, commercial photography, and business portraiture.
Athena Picture Agency continues to develop in line with the changing demands of the industry. Our work is published internationally across newspapers, magazines, and digital news platforms. For enquiries regarding commercial or editorial photography commissions, please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Dimitris Legakis
Dimitris Legakis is the founder of Athena Picture Agency and an experienced photojournalist with more than two decades in the industry.
Originally from Athens, Greece, Dimitris relocated to Swansea in 2000 to study photojournalism and pursue a career in documentary and editorial photography. He views photography as a record of historical moments, focusing on accurately documenting events as they unfold.
Following his studies, Dimitris established his professional base in Swansea, where he has since built a long-standing career while fully integrating into Welsh cultural life. He continues to develop his Welsh language skills, enabling him to engage more effectively with local communities and assignments.
Since the establishment of Athena Picture Agency, Dimitris has served as the Official Photographer of Swansea City AFC, covering fixtures and related assignments across the UK and Europe. His work spans news, sport, features, and commercial commissions, and has been published widely in regional, national, and international newspapers, magazines, and digital media outlets.
Dimitris remains committed to maintaining high editorial standards and continues to develop Athena Picture Agency in response to the evolving demands of the photography and media industries.
Photography Services
Athena Picture Agency provides professional photography services for editorial, corporate, and commercial clients. Core areas of work include:
Public relations and press photography for newspapers, agencies, and organisations across the UK
Sports photography, including regular commissions at major sporting events
Corporate and business photography, including professional headshots and website imagery
Food photography for restaurants and hospitality businesses
A selection of previous work is available through our searchable picture archive.
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