Yorkshire Baby Photography & Family Photography
My baby photography and family photography sessions in Yorkshire can take place at your home or out on location. You'll find no white backdrops, forced smiles or babies in baskets here!
THE GALLERIES.
Yorkshire Newborn, Baby, maternity & Family Photography
Children change so fast. One minute they're this wriggling, hiccupping, rib-kicking little ball safe inside your tummy, and the next they're here and screaming bloody murder if you even think about putting them in their own cosy bed. They quickly transform into a babbling bundle of squidgy folds and chubby smiles, and then before you know it they're off and you never sit down again! I know from watching my own little girl change that although the days can sometimes (i.e. more often than not!) seem so very looooooooong, the years go fast and it's so wonderful to be able to look back through photographs of her and see her grow.
So if you are having or have recently had a baby, or if your little ones are just growing up too fast and you want to create some beautiful memories together, then scroll down to the grid below to see some of the gorgeous munchkins I have had the pleasure of photographing over the past few years!
Oh, and you'll probably notice that there are a lot of baby photography galleries. The changes that little ones go through in their first year of life are incredible, it's no wonder they're often so grumpy and fussy! So I've created a few different collections to show you what you can expect from a baby shoot with me at each stage. One of my favourite things is when a family books me for a series of shoots over their baby's first year, so that I get to watch their newest addition grow. You can find more info about booking multiple sessions on my pricing page.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION.
I always recommend doing newborn shoots (with babies up to 4 weeks old) at your home where you're familiar with your surroundings, and you don't have to worry about getting yourselves and a newborn baby dressed and out of the house on time! My newborn sessions are best descried as lifestyle shoots - no props, no tiny costumes, just lots of lovely natural photos of you guys and your latest edition cuddled up together at home.
For older babies 3 months and above the choice is yours - I've done plenty of older baby shoots, maternity shoots and even full family shoots both at clients' homes, or in outdoor locations. We are very lucky here in Yorkshire to be spoilt with so many gorgeous places for photos so if you don't have a particular place in mind then just ask as I have loads of recommendations in and around Leeds (such as Roundhay, The Hollies, or the city centre), York (Museum Gardens, Rowntree Park, or the Minster perhaps?!), Harrogate (Valley Gardens and Harlow Carr are both perfect), Ilkley (the moors or Middleton Woods), and further!
To find out more about what to expect when you book a session with me then make sure to visit my portrait info page, and then fill in my contact form to book your shoot! But for now pick a gallery below and enjoy!
Recent WORK
Sometimes the best moments don’t need color to shine. Pure emotion, pure love — Lucy & Robbie’s day in timeless black & white 🖤
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Suppliers:
Venue: @thehovelsatharewood
Photographer: @lauracalderwood (me!)
Accommodation: @harewoodholidays
Florist: @wildwoodcorner with bridesmaid bouquets by @annadbell_branchout
Make up: the bride! With lessons by @rebeccajonesweddingmakeup
Hair: @rach_miller_hair
Cake: @thefarsleycakeco
Dress: @rembo_atelier from @whitebridewales alterations @bettylavinia
Suits: @thegroomsrooms
Garden games: @yorkshiregameshire
Band: @fourtothefloorband
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The Hovels Harewood House Wedding | Leeds Wedding Photographer | Leeds Wedding Venues
EMILY & MARTIN // These guys got the golden weather window on Saturday at The Chevin Hotel – warm, dry, and not a thunderstorm in sight (despite the dramatic skies we’ve all been side-eyeing for weeks).
These two already have the sweetest little family – their son and daughter totally stole the show a few times, as kids do – and the whole day just felt full of love, laughter, and that lovely "we`ve already built something beautiful together" kind of energy.
Emily wore the most incredible Martina Liana gown with custom sleeves from Joana Bridal in Harrogate – that train though 😍 – and I got to work alongside the always-lovely Simon Manning on video (dream team vibes).
After dinner, we nipped up to the Chevin for a few windy portraits – big laughs, wild hair, and a train that absolutely had its moment.
More of this joy coming soon 💛
Venue: @chevinhotel
Photographer: @lauracalderwood (me!)
Second photographer: @lissaalexandraphoto
Videographer: @simonmanning_weddingvideo
Florist: @riverandroseuk
Make up: @beththomas_mua
Hair: @luanhairstylistbridal
Dress: @martinalianabridal with alterations by @joanabridalboutique
Cake: @theflamingobakery
Venue styling: @ambienceleeds_halifax_dales
Confetti: @ezras_confetti
Chevin Hotel Wedding Photography | Leeds Wedding Photographer | Yorkshire Wedding Photographer
Laura & Sam 🌸☀️💍
Another scorcher of a wedding last Saturday at the beautiful Hooton Pagnell Hall – though the heatwave did take a quick tea break and gave us a cheeky bit of rain in the afternoon (cue a mad dash for cover!).
Laura & Sam tied the knot at the gorgeous All Saints Church on site, then celebrated on the lawns outside the hall – with drinks, canapés, laughter, and even a bit of mini golf (Laura’s gran is 85 and still showed everyone how it’s done 💪).
Their lovely pup Winnie made an appearance for photos straight after the ceremony (yes, I got very excited), and Laura and I had the best time flower-spotting around the grounds. Speaking of which, her bouquet by @tweedlefloraldesign was an actual dream.
I also got to reunite with one of my past brides who was a bridesmaid – which always feels a bit like catching up with an old friend. Everyone was just so kind and joyful all day long. What a crew 💛
Swipe through for sun, rain, flowers, dogs and all the good stuff 👉
Venue: @hootonpagnellhall
Photographer: @lauracalderwood (me!)
Florist: @tweedlefloraldesign
Make up: @lauradickeymua
Hair: @hairby_ria
Dress: @dottybridal
Cake: @wild.flour.kitchen.uk
Dogsitter: @throwadogabone_petservices
Band: @waverley_band
Venue styling: @vow_and_wow
Hooton Pagnell Hall Wedding | Hooton Pagnell Hall Wedding Photography | Yorkshire Wedding Photographer
Robyn + Matt 🌞🔥
Married last Friday in the middle of the actual heatwave of the century – but these two were absolute champs, totally unfazed by the 30-degree Yorkshire sunshine.
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They tied the knot at the beautiful St John’s Church in Knaresborough, then soaked up the rays on the terrace at Rudding Park with a colourful, joy-filled celebration.
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Robyn wore her mum’s veil (how lovely is that?) and honestly – both of them were total naturals in front of the camera. Effortless, relaxed, and just full of fun from start to finish.
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More from this scorcher of a day coming soon 🌈📸🍾
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Venue: @ruddingpark
Photographer: @lauracalderwood (me!)
Florist: @coletteflorist
Make up & hair: @thestyleloungeuk
Venue styling: @laura_lindsay_wed
Videographer: @yorkshire_folk
Cake: @starbakepatisseries
Band: @eccentricpony
DJ: @audioevents
Car: @yorkshirebridalcars
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Rudding Park Wedding | Harrogate Wedding Photographer | Harrogate Wedding Venues
ANEESA + TOM 🤍 One week since these two legends tied the knot at The Tithe Barn, Bolton Abbey – and what a day it was!
Aneesa looked absolutely stunning in her two-layered dress (even while gracefully dodging sheep poo in the fields – skills). Tom looked sharp in classic black tie, cool as anything 👌
They were total naturals in front of the camera from the get-go – their engagement shoot was full of laughs and easy moments, just like the wedding. We missed their gorgeous Rottweiler Rosie on the big day (she would`ve stolen the show, along with the bouquet), but she was definitely there in spirit 🐾
From emotional vows to golden hour in the fields, it was the kind of day that felt effortless, joyful, and totally them.
Venue: @thetithebarn @crippsandco
Photographer: @lauracalderwood (me!)
Florist: @flowersbyjade
Make up: @glowbyfaye_
Hair: @hairbymeganboyne
Dress: @dottybridal alterations by @the_bobbin_bridal
Grooms suit: @bridgewatermenswear
Cake: @heidi_thebakerybarn
DJ: @ziggys_entertainment_group
Tithe Barn Bolton Abbey Wedding | Tithe Barn Wedding Photographer | Barn Wedding Yorkshire
Beautiful, timeless wedding photography across Leeds, York, Harrogate, Ilkley. I have experience at some of Yorkshire's top wedding venues including The Tithe Barn Bolton Abbey, Denton Hall, Goldsborough Hall, Allerton Castle, Carlton Towers, Rudding Park, Crab & Lobster, Sun Pavilion, East Riddlesden Hall, The Hawkhills, Sandburn Hall, Swinton Park, Bolton Abbey, and The Coniston Hotel to name a few!