The Patina of Speed: Classic Car Photography by Richard La Roue.

I capture classic cars with an honest, timeless style, reflecting their presence and history.

Welcome to Richard La Roue’s studio, where expert classic car photography meets lifestyle and architectural storytelling. Specializing in capturing the essence of vintage automobiles, my work highlights the patina and character of each vehicle. From editorial shoots for luxury magazines to bespoke sessions for car collectors, I offer a unique vision that blends technical precision with artistic flair. Explore my portfolio to see stunning images of classic cars, elegant architecture, and lifestyle scenes. Contact me today to book a professional photography session tailored to your needs.

A brown sports car driving on a winding forest road with trees and greenery on both sides, and shadows from the leaves above.
Interior of a vintage car featuring a wood grain dashboard, black leather seats, and a wooden steering wheel.
A black sports car parked indoors against a weathered industrial-style brick wall with large arched windows and an exposed ceiling with lighting fixtures.
A classic race car with the number 4 on its side, parked on a gravel pathway next to a garden area with trees and shrubs, in black and white.
Multiple luxury cars parked on a cobblestone driveway next to a building with lush greenery and flowering bushes nearby.
A vintage red Porsche parked outside a barber shop at night. The shop has signs on the wall that read 'Barbershop', with a barber pole near the entrance.
Black and white photo of a Lancia Martini rally car with racing stickers, parked in a wooded area with trees and sunlight filtering through
Black and white photo showing a car in the foreground with a view of a body of water, a fountain spraying water, and buildings on a hillside in the background.
A gold-colored Lamborghini Countach with butterfly doors open in a garage, with several people observing.
A vintage race car with the number 216 parked on a snowy road at night, with trees and snow-covered ground visible in the background.
Race car parked behind a tree with traffic cones and fire extinguishers in the foreground, mountains in the background.
A classic white Rolls-Royce car parked outdoors near a brick gate and house, with trees in the background.
Person pours whiskey into crystal glass at a bar with floral decorations in the background.
Interior of a vintage room with dark wood furniture, a curved cabinet decorated with books, a glass display cabinet, a bench, and a door leading to a balcony, with sunlight illuminating the space.
A man lying on a park bench in a landscaped urban park with trees, shrubs, and a city skyline in the background.
A dimly lit hotel room with a lounge chair near a window, and a standing lamp emitting warm light.
Industrial building with two large silos, parked silver sports car in front, greenery and flowers in the foreground, blue sky with some clouds.
A waiter in a white uniform stands next to a silver Porsche, holding a tray with champagne glasses on a foggy rural road.
Wooden staircase with integrated lighting and metallic handrails leading to an upper level, viewed from a dark hallway.
An empty stone archway with a bench underneath, surrounded by overgrown ivy, leading to a small window with stained glass, on a weathered building with steps and scattered fallen leaves.
An elderly man with white hair and a black jacket looking at postcards or photographs on a street in a city, with buildings and pedestrians in the background.
Three older individuals standing outdoors with mountains in the background, wearing sunglasses and motorcycle gear, possibly preparing for a ride.

Scenes Never Scripted

Black and white photo of two middle-aged men standing side by side, both wearing white shirts. The man on the left, with glasses and short hair, has a cigarette clenched in his lips and is facing to the right. The man on the right, with slightly longer hair, is also facing to the right. They are outdoors, with a building and trees visible in the background.

A moment between words, filtered through smoke and sunlight.
Frames like this aren't staged — they belong to real life, but feel like cinema. This is where my lens lingers: in the unmistakable elegance of Italy’s everyday myth.

  • Where the Engine Meets the Silence

    Where the Engine Meets the Silence

  • Where Steel Breathes

    Where Steel Breathes

  • Bird's eye view of a cobblestone parking lot with multiple luxury sports cars, including a yellow Porsche, a white convertible, and several black, silver, and gray cars, surrounded by greenery and bushes.

    Elegance Behind Closed Doors

  • Three luxury sports cars parked in front of a modern glass and stone building with a domed glass entrance.

    Form, Power, Legacy

  • Yellow Jeep SUV parked on a gravel road with green trees, misty mountains, and rustic wooden buildings in the background.

    Dust, Fuel & Silence

From frame to story,
discover the work behind the vision.

Beyond the lens, there’s method, dedication and a tailored process. I work closely with clients to shape custom photo experiences — for classic cars, architecture, editorial stories and more.

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