Pauline Rook is a professionally qualified photographer, living and working in Somerset. She specializes in portraiture but is equally well known for her rural documentary work. She has small studio in Lopen but prefers to work on location using the beauty of Somerset to bring a unique look to every commission .

Her professional work started in the black and white darkroom and this experience is still a major influence on her work. She has a background in farming and this is reflected in her photographic work. She has won many professional awards within the region, her work has been published in books and magazines.