Business Details
29 Years
experience
Professional Family & Baby Photography in Shrewsbury
Bill Leighton Studio is a family-run portrait photography business established in Shrewsbury since 1997. Our team specialises in capturing timeless moments through newborn, baby, family, dance, and fairy portraits, combining technical expertise with creative artistry. With over two decades of experience, we have earned industry recognition including the Master Photographers Association's Cherubs Photographer of the Year award. Our studio prioritises a relaxed atmosphere to ensure clients feel comfortable while we create high-quality fine art prints using professional-grade equipment.We maintain strong community ties through local photography competitions and environmental initiatives with Ecologi. Our approach combines technical mastery of lighting and posing with a deep understanding of client needs, producing portraits that celebrate individuality and preserve cherished memories for generations.
Services
Newborn Portraits
Family Photography
Dance Portraits
Fairy Photography
Location Shoots
Dog Portraits
Maternity Portraits
Kids Hobbies Portraits
Musical Portraits
Christmas Portraits
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of experience in professional portrait photography
- Award-winning newborn and dance photography expertise
- Family-run business with personal client attention
- ISO-certified quality printing processes
- Eco-conscious studio partnered with Ecologi
Associations and certifications
- Master Photographers Association
What people say
Amazing photos
Professional service
Beautiful studio
Fantastic prints
Great customer service
Services
Newborn Portraits
Specialised newborn photography capturing delicate early moments with artistic lighting and safe posing techniques. Sessions occur 7-10 days post-birth, focusing on timeless black and white or colour portraits. Includes complimentary desktop print and viewing appointment.
Family Portraits
Custom family photography sessions accommodating all ages with creative posing and backdrop options. Available in studio or outdoor locations within 20 miles of Shrewsbury. Includes multiple group combinations and professional styling guidance.
Dance Photography
Dynamic dance photography combining technical lighting with movement capture for ballet and contemporary styles. Includes costume changes and action shots, with portfolio-quality results recognised by photography associations.
Fairy Portraits
Creative fairy-themed sessions for children aged 4+, featuring costume wardrobe and digital enhancements. Transformative studio environment with themed props and artistic post-processing to create magical imagery.
Location Shoots
Natural environment photography sessions capturing authentic moments in local landscapes. Includes travel within 20-mile radius of Shrewsbury, with expert guidance on clothing coordination and seasonal preparation.
People
Rob Leighton
Master Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 20+ years experience specialising in newborn and dance photography. Holds Associate status with the Master Photographers Association and has won industry accolades including Cherubs Photographer of the Year.
Bill Leighton
Studio Director
Co-founder with extensive photography experience, working alongside Rob since 1997. Provides technical expertise and studio management, ensuring consistent quality across all portrait services.
Questions
What age range do you photograph for newborn sessions?
Newborn sessions are ideally scheduled 7-10 days post-birth, with flexibility for premature or late arrivals. We also offer baby portraits at 4-5 months and 1st birthday milestones.
Can we include pets in family portraits?
Yes, we welcome pets in family portrait sessions. Our studio has specific dog portrait experience, and we recommend bringing treats and familiar items to ensure comfort during the shoot.
What should we wear for a studio portrait session?
We provide styling guidance with recommendations for coordinating colours and textures. For Christmas portraits, suggest festive reds/greens or neutral tones for timeless images.
How long does a typical portrait session last?
Session durations vary: newborn (30-40 mins), family portraits (30-60 mins), dance photography (45 mins). Fairy portraits require 60-90 minutes due to costume changes and detailed setup.
What printing options are available for finished portraits?
We offer fine art prints, acrylic displays, framed mounts, and digital files. Our team provides expert advice on preservation options to ensure portraits last multiple generations.
Do you offer gift vouchers for photography sessions?
Yes, we provide printable and digital vouchers for all portrait packages. Add-on vouchers allow partial payments towards specific products like framed prints or album packages.
Reviews (5)
Leigh Edgley
Dec 20, 2021
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Fantastic service and made our boys feel very relaxed. The picture viewing session was very good with Bill. Would highly recommend
Nicola Goodall
Oct 21, 2021
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Such an amazing experience from start to finish, and the quality of the images is superb. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating, and no pressure to buy images. Highly recommend!
Chardele
Oct 01, 2021
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The most amazing team, very friendly and helpful with the entire day, we worked well collaboratively on a dance shoot using different costumes and ideas, with rob ensuring that every pose and action shot was perfect before we moved onto the next. I would recommend the studios to everyone, the images were incredible, more of an art than just a photograph.
Jo Bloodworth
Oct 14, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
I booked a shoot with my nieces as a gift to my family last year and the images were beautiful. My nieces still talk about their day in the studio now. Would highly recommend
I booked a shoot with my nieces as a gift to my family last year and the images were beautiful. My nieces still talk about their day in the studio now. Would highly recommend
Emma Dugan
Sep 23, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
We had lovely family photo shoot, the pictures were amazing and found it hard to not pick them all. Very friendly and professional service. Highly recommend to anyone looking for family or newborn pictures. Thank you
We had lovely family photo shoot, the pictures were amazing and found it hard to not pick them all. Very friendly and professional service. Highly recommend to anyone looking for family or newborn pictures. Thank you
