Yorkshire Maternity, baby & Family Photographer | What to expect
Yorkshire Family Photographer | Leeds | York | Harrogate| Ilkley & Further!
Yorkshire Family Photographer. My aim for any family photography, baby photography or maternity photography shoot is for you to spend a happy and chilled-out hour or so laughing and having fun, with me there to capture you guys as you are. I'll provide some direction on where to stand/sit, and I have a few tricks for getting the most of of your little ones, but what I really want is to photograph you guys interacting and just being together. Newborn shoots are a little more guided, but I still like to keep things really relaxed; lots of cuddles with mum and dad, plus I always try to get some of your little one on their own.
What Should We Wear?
I don't have strict rules on what to wear, but I do recommend avoiding logos or recognisable cartoon characters - they tend to steal focus! Lighter colours can brighten up the photographs, and for family shoots it's great if you can all wear an item in a similar colour, as it can really help bring you all together. For newborns and older babies at home I love light/neutral baby-grows and vests. But these are all just suggestions; the most important thing is that you're comfortable, and that you feel like yourselves! For more tips please visit visit my What to Wear Guide on my blog.
When Will We Receive Our Photos?
Your online gallery will be ready within 3-4 weeks of the shoot date, with all edited images in colour and black + white. Image numbers can vary depending on family sizes (and often the behaviour of the little ones!), but I typically provide 40+ images. You'll also receive your images on a beautiful USB with personal printing rights, which I'll post to you.
What Next?
Click on any of the images below to find out more about what to expect for each kind of photo sessions that I offer. Over on my Portrait Galleries page are loads of lovely newborn, baby, maternity and family photos to give you an idea of my style of photography and the sort of images you can expect from your shoot. The packages I offer can be found on my Pricing page, and if you'd like to book in a shoot then head over to my contact form and I'll be in touch!
Recent WORK
A black tie dress code, white roses, a beautiful Orangery, and two people who claimed they were awkward in front of the camera... The photos suggest otherwise! 📸✨
Venue: @hotelwoodlands
Photographer: @lauracalderwood (me!)
Content creator: @toldbytiah
Make up: @jessicaleymakeup
Hair: Beth @bowandblush
Florist: @houseofbloomfloral
Dress: @confettiandlaceleeds
Cake: @julieparrishtopclasscakes
Pianist: @yorkshireweddingpianist
Stationery: @bruskiandbunnsweddings
Suits: @slatermenswear
Illustrator: @harleysindall
Woodlands Hotel Wedding | Leeds Wedding Photographer | Black tie wedding Yorkshire
Lara & Jack ✨
Back to the Tithe Barn for this one, where Lara and Jack brought all their favourite people together for a brilliant day.
The rain made a few appearances, but we got our chance to head down to the abbey for photos, and the rest of the day was full of those little moments that make every wedding its own. A ceremony with a personal touch, an impressive seven speeches and a first dance with an outfit change thrown in for good measure.
A few more from this lovely day. 🤍
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
LOTTIE & TOM // I think it`s fair to say Storm Boele wasn`t on the guest list for Saturday, but it turned up anyway 😂 From confetti onwards, the rain barely let up, although we did manage to get outside for sparklers later that evening.
Lottie got ready at her family home just outside Harrogate, which has the most amazing views. Their 3 family dogs kept everyone company, with Louise Lunn on make-up duties, and Lottie`s uncle doing her hair. A pretty lovely way to start the day.
After a ceremony at the local church, where their vicar (a family friend) was amazing and so accommodating with us taking photos, Lottie and Tom headed off in her dad`s VW Beetle convertible. The drizzle started just as we left the church for confetti, and pretty much didn`t stop for the rest of the day.
Thankfully, the Tithe Barn feels extra cosy in the rain, especially in autumn with all the fairy lights. Their bridal party were so much fun, there were some great speeches, plus Marc & Abi did their usual thing of keeping the dance floor busy all night. We even managed to get outside for sparklers after dark, which felt like a small miracle by that point! Also, always a pleasure working alongside Oliver Mitchell on video. He`s brilliant at what he does and just so lovely to work with.
Lottie and Tom, thank you for having me along to capture it all. Rain and all, it was a brilliant day! 🤍
Venue: @thetithebarn @crippsandco
Photographer: @lauracalderwood (me!)
Videographer @olivermitchellvideography
Florist: @leafy_couture_craven
Make up: @louiselunnmakeup
Bridesmaids hair: @synergy_hair_harrogate
Band: @marcandabiband
Tithe Barn Bolton Abbey | Tithe Barn Wedding Photographer | Barn Wedding Yorkshire
JESS & JO // I spent last Friday in beautiful York celebrating Jess and Jo, who tied the knot at the registry office before heading to No 1 by Guesthouse for drinks with their favourite people. They finished their day with pizza at Rudy’s - a pretty good way to spend a Friday if you ask me!
York is full of brilliant spots for photos, and this time of year makes it even better. The autumn leaves were showing off in all their reds, oranges and yellows, and we had a lovely wander around the Museum Gardens with Jess and Jo for some photos of the two of them.
Autumn is hands down my favourite time of year, and York might just be one of the best places to enjoy it. Add in two lovely people and a very good amount of pizza, and you’ve got a pretty perfect Friday. 🍂
Congratulations Mrs & Mrs M!
Venues: @yorkregisteroffice @guesthousehotels @wearerudyspizza York
Florist: @kiddal_quarry_farm
York Wedding Photographer | York City Centre Wedding | Autumn Wedding Yorkshire
Back to the end of August for this one at Camp Katur.
We spent most of the morning expecting a washout, but the weather actually behaved itself for their woodland ceremony. Always a bonus when you`re photographing an outdoor wedding!
The rest of the day had a bit of everything, and the evening was particularly good fun. Fire dancers, burlesque dancers and one seriously good band. The dancefloor was still going strong all night.
Thanks again, Claire & Ben. What a day!
Venue: @campkatur @noroco_events
Photographer: @lauracalderwood (me!)
Florist: @brackenandfleur
Celebrant: @celebrant_suzi
Event planner & video: @zirstarcorporateexperiences
Cake: @bettys
Make up: @just_stina92
Hair: lissietbee
Violinist: @biancablezardviolin
Band: @kerrashed
Camp Katur Wedding | Woodland Wedding Ceremony | Yorkshire Wedding Photographer
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!