Business Details
Your Trusted Barnsley Photographer for Newborn, Family & Wedding Portraits
Blue Lights Photography is a Barnsley-based studio specialising in newborn, children's, family, and wedding photography. With over 14 years of experience, our approach prioritises capturing authentic moments through patient, client-centred sessions. We maintain industry-leading standards through continuous professional development and membership in the British Association of Newborn Photographers. Our services cater to evolving family needs, from newborn milestones to wedding day storytelling, using purpose-designed studio spaces and outdoor locations.We guarantee session availability through prenatal bookings and offer flexible scheduling for unpredictable baby timelines. All sessions include professional editing and secure online galleries for image selection, with transparent pricing across multiple package options.
Services
Newborn Photography
Cake Smash Sessions
Children's Portraits
Family Photography
Wedding Coverage
Pre-Wedding Shoots
Digital Editing
Online Galleries
Portrait Albums
Location Photography
Highlights and features
- 14 years' specialist experience in newborn and family photography
- Purpose-built studio with safety-certified newborn posing equipment
- Personalised session planning with prenatal booking guarantees
- Professional editing including skin retouching and prop customisation
- Flexible 2-hour+ session durations with no time pressure
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Newborn Photographers
What people say
Experienced newborn specialists
Beautiful edited images
Patient with children
Personalised service
Safe studio environment
Services
Newborn Photography
Specialist newborn sessions capture babies aged 5-14 days in our purpose-warmed studio. Using professional posing techniques and props, we create timeless images of your baby's earliest moments. Sessions last 2-4 hours with breaks for feeding and settling. Includes safety checks, professional editing, and online gallery access.
Cake Smash Sessions
Milestone birthday photography for 1-2 year olds featuring custom cakes and playful setups. Sessions include pre-cake portraits, messy cake time, and cleanup tub photos. Clients receive digital files and print options. Allergen-free cakes available with prior notice.
Wedding Photography
Full-day wedding coverage including pre-wedding consultations and location shoots. Packages feature 10-hour photography, private online galleries, and premium albums. Optional pre-wedding shoots help couples relax in front of the camera for natural results.
Family Portraits
Studio or outdoor sessions for families up to five members. Includes professional styling, prop selection, and sibling interaction shots. Sessions last one to two hours with flexible timing for children's needs and parental preferences.
Children's Photography
Age-specific sessions from 3 months upwards featuring themed props and natural lighting. Photographers adapt to each child's personality with playful engagement techniques. Includes parent participation and multiple outfit changes if required.
People
Adele
Owner & Lead Photographer
With 14 years' experience, Adele specialises in newborn and family photography. A British Association of Newborn Photographers member, she combines technical expertise with natural rapport to create relaxed sessions. Her work has been featured at local wedding exhibitions.
Questions
When should I book a newborn photography session?
Ideally book during pregnancy, preferably after your 20-week scan, to guarantee availability. Sessions are best scheduled 5-14 days after birth.
What should we bring to a newborn session?
Bring nappies, extra milk, comfort items, and loose-fitting clothing for baby. Parents should wear layers due to the studio's warm temperature.
Do you photograph older children and families?
Yes, we offer sessions for children from 3 months upwards and family groups. These include themed props and outdoor location options during warmer months.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, cheques, and all major debit/credit cards. Wedding bookings require a £250 deposit to secure your date.
How long do photography sessions typically last?
Newborn sessions take 2-4 hours, cake smash sessions 1 hour, and family portraits 1-2 hours. We work at your child's pace without time pressure.
When will we see our edited photographs?
Newborn and family images are ready within 2 weeks, weddings within 8 weeks. All clients receive password-protected online galleries for viewing and selection.
Reviews (1)
The CopyCat Party Company
Sep 25, 2013
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Some fantastic work from the lovely Adele at Blue Lights photography. Not only is she great at wedding photography but her childrens shoots are beautiful. highly recommended!
