On location
Woodland, parks, fields, a lake, the grounds of a hall. Room to run, explore and be loud. This is where I love to be, and where the best stories happen.
Family photographer · Burnley, Lancashire
Family photography, told like a story.
Relaxed, unposed family photos out on location or at home across Lancashire. No studio, no stiff poses. Just your lot, being your lot, and the story of right now kept for good.
- Where
- On location or at home
- How long
- Usually 1–2 hours
- Investment
- £100 per hour
- Covering
- Burnley, Ribble Valley & the North West
The way I work
I’m not here to line you up in front of a wall. I’m here for the piggybacks, the muddy wellies and the bit where everyone’s laughing at the dog. The real, slightly chaotic story of your family, right now.
I’m Tom, a documentary family photographer based in Burnley, Lancashire. I photograph relaxed, unposed family sessions on location and at home across the Ribble Valley, Clitheroe, Pendle and Manchester. Sessions are £100 an hour and usually last one to two hours.
What a session looks like
An hour or two, one whole story
Arrive and settle
We meet somewhere you love. I say hello, the kids suss me out, and nobody has to look at the camera.
Wander and play
Walks, piggybacks, races, leaf fights. I follow along and catch what happens, with the odd nudge towards good light.
The quiet bits
The cuddles and the looks between you. Often the frames you’ll treasure most come right at the end.
Somewhere that’s yours.
Your favourite woods, the park you always end up in, the walk you do every Sunday. Places with meaning make photos that mean more.
Two ways to do it
Out and about, or cosy at home
At home
Pyjamas, the sofa, the kitchen, the window light you see every day. Perfect for new babies, little ones and slow mornings. Just your family in your own space, no set-up lighting or plain backdrops.
Recent families
Real families, real moments
Not one of these was posed. Everything here happened, I was just there to see it.
Booking is easy
- 01
Say hello
Tell me about your family and when you’re thinking. I’ll reply within 24 hours.
- 02
Pick a place
Home or out and about. I’ll help you choose somewhere with good light and room to play.
- 03
Enjoy it
Spend an hour or two together. Your photos arrive in a private online gallery, ready to keep.
Where I photograph
A family photographer for East Lancashire
I’m based in Burnley and photograph families across Clitheroe, Whalley, Padiham, Pendle and the wider Ribble Valley, plus Manchester and the North West. Not sure where to go? Tell me what your family loves doing and I’ll suggest somewhere nearby.
BurnleyClitheroeRibble ValleyPendleWhalleyManchester
Good to know
Family photography questions
How much does a family photoshoot cost?
Family sessions are £100 per hour. Most families book one to two hours, so a session is usually £100–£200.
How long is a family photo session?
Usually one to two hours. That’s long enough for everyone to relax and forget about the camera, and short enough for little ones.
Where do family sessions take place?
Mostly on location, somewhere that means something to you: woods, parks, fields or a favourite walk across Lancashire. I also photograph relaxed sessions at home.
What if the kids won’t cooperate?
They don’t need to. I’m not after perfect behaviour or everyone smiling at once. Tantrums and snack breaks are part of family life, and part of the story.
What should we wear?
Whatever you’re comfortable in and can move about in. Soft colours that sit well together work best. Skip big logos, and bring wellies if we’re heading somewhere muddy.
When will we get our photos?
Within 4 weeks, in a private online gallery where you can download your favourites and share them with family.
Do you photograph newborns and babies?
Yes, at home, as part of a family session. I always prefer natural light and real moments, but I can bring my own lighting and a simple backdrop if a room needs it. The focus is your whole family together.
Do you photograph weddings too?
Yes. I’m a documentary wedding photographer across Lancashire and the North West, with the same honest, unposed approach. See wedding photography.