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
LIBERTY & ALEX // 🤍🖤
My first wedding at The Saddle Room and I absolutely loved it! The weather was not on our side, so with the rain coming down the ceremony had to move inside. Thankfully it eventually stopped, meaning we could get everyone back outside for confetti and photos — and a proper chance to explore the grounds, which are SO lovely.
Liberty & Alex went for a black and white theme, with the guys in black tie, the bridesmaids in black gowns, and all-white flowers. And then there were the ring bearers… their gorgeous little boy and their dog (an Australian Shepherd - beautiful!). Little Henry did a great job, but the dog absolutely legged it down the aisle with the ring 😂
Also worth mentioning Uncle Nigel, who seemed to be everywhere all day, running around doing jobs and generally keeping things moving. He also started secretly pinning clothes pegs to people`s clothes. I found one attached to my camera strap when I got home, although I`m still not sure whether Nige or the videographers were responsible for that one...
A brilliant day, a lovely couple, a very fast dog and plenty of little moments in between. Thanks so much for having me along, Liberty & Alex 🤍
Venue: @thesaddleroom
Photographer: @lauracalderwood (me!)
Videographers: @thymeandpaperproductions
Florist: @harrietjaneflowers
Make up: @makeupbyhollypaige
Hair: @charlotteboydbridal
Dress: @ivorywhitebridal
Cake: @wheretheribbonends
Saxophone: @tomkettleton
Stationery: @miabuona.creative
The Saddle Room Wedding | North Yorkshire Wedding | Yorkshire Wedding Photographer
Jess & Joe at the Tithe Barn //
Back at the Tithe Barn Bolton Abbey at the start of August for this brilliant day with Jess and Joe. Jess and the girls got ready at the Devonshire Arms, while Joe and his groomsmen got ready together at the Coniston Hotel. The boys have all been friends since school and are really close, so there was plenty of laughing, messing around and generally having a good time while they got ready. And Guinness! In true black tie style, they all scrubbed up pretty well too. My second shooter Lissa was with the guys capturing all of that while I joined Jess and the girls, before everyone headed over to the barn for the ceremony.
Jess and Joe were so lovely together throughout the day — completely relaxed, clearly having the best time and making the most of being surrounded by all their favourite people. The weather was a little cooler than it had been for the rest of summer, but thankfully the rain stayed away, so we could make the most of being outside too. The flowers by Walter & Blossom were absolutely beautiful, with soft shades of cream, pale pink and lots of greenery throughout the barn.
And then there was the Beautiful North Band, who were seriously good and had the dance floor packed by the end of the night.
Thank you so much Jess and Joe for having me along to photograph your day, and to Lissa for doing such a brilliant job with the boys. Another very happy day at the Tithe Barn. 🤍
Venue: @thetithebarn @crippsandco
Photographer: @lauracalderwood (me!)
Second photographer: @lissaalexandraphoto
Florist: @walterandblossom
Make up: @bloombeautyroomhuddersfield
Hair: @hairbynatalieukx
Dress: @sixpennybridal
Cake: @theprettysugarcakecompany
Suits: @mossbros
Live illustrator: @favoursbyfayhe
Band: @beautifulnorthband
Tithe Barn Bolton Abbey | Tithe Barn Wedding Photographer | Barn Wedding Yorkshire
Lara & Jack // What a brilliant day I had with these two at the Tithe Barn a couple of weeks ago! Their wedding ceremony was led by one of their close friends which made it so much more personal, before everyone headed outside for drinks and a bit of a breather. The rain had other ideas for most of the day, but we managed to catch a break and made the most of it, heading down to the abbey for some photos.
Back at the barn, it was time for the wedding breakfast and what can only be described as an impressive number of speeches. Seven in total! 😂 There was plenty of laughter, a few emotional moments and, thankfully, nobody seemed to run out of things to say.
Then Lara disappeared to change into a second outfit before she and Jack took to the dance floor for their first dance and the evening properly got underway.
A lovely day from start to finish, with plenty of laughs, a little bit of rain and lots of moments worth remembering. Thanks for having me L&J! x
Venue: @thetithebarn @crippsandco
Photographer: @lauracalderwood (me!)
Florist: @heatherandmossflowers
Hair: @westrowilkley
Dress: @avarosehamilton and @cinderellas.skipton
Suit: @charlestyrwhitt
Tithe Barn Bolton Abbey | Tithe Barn Wedding Photographer | Barn Wedding Yorkshire
Some lovely black & white moments from Sally & jack`s gorgeous Spring wedding at Woodlands Hotel...
Venue: @hotelwoodlands
Photographer: @lauracalderwood (me!)
Videographer: @ainsleyweddingfilms
Florist: @flower_power_rothwell
Make up: @makeupbyamyboole
Hair: @natalijahair
Dress: @hoopsadaisybridal
DJ: @primeeventhire.co.uk
Woodlands Hotel Wedding | Leeds Wedding Photographer | Best Wedding Venues Leeds
A warm drinks reception overlooking Bolton Abbey will never be a bad idea. More faves from R&Z`s wedding at The Tithe Barn 👌
Venue: @thetithebarn
Photographer: @lauracalderwood (me!)
Hair & make up: @londoner.makeup
Florist: @ivyfloristleeds
Dress: @confettiandlaceleeds
Cake: @sophscakesleeds
Suits: @1956fdb
Ceilidh band: @captainbullhead
Tithe Barn Bolton Abbey | 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!