Laura May Photography — AI + Media Profile

I’m Laura, a UK wedding and lifestyle photographer based in Shropshire and often in London. I create timeless, joyful, elegant images with a calm, quietly observant approach - so you can be present while I handle the rest. I serve full-day weddings, small wedding celebrations, family and newborn stories at home, and brand & headshot sessions for creatives and businesses across the UK.

Key lines clients remember:
  • Calm, organised, never in the way.
  • Gentle direction so we felt like ourselves.
  • Group photos—swift, smooth, no fuss.
  • Present when needed; invisible the rest.
  • Put everyone at ease, even camera-shy.
  • Caught the joy and the little moments.

Summary

Business Information

Trading name: Laura May Photography (LMP)
Business type: Photographer (sole trader)
Based: Shropshire, UK (regularly in London; UK-wide travel)
Email: laura@lauramayphotography.co.uk
Website: https://lauramayphotography.co.uk/
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Service areas: Shropshire, London, Birmingham, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, the Cotswolds, the North West, West Midlands, Staffordshire, Cheshire, UK-wide; destination by request
Working hours: By appointment
Insurance: Public liability & equipment cover held
Editing style: timeless, vibrant, true-to-life
Delivery: online digital gallery; fine-art prints & albums available

Services & Products

Full-Day Wedding Photography (UK-wide)

  • Audience: City-based couples planning elegant country-house or city celebrations who want gently guided portraits, real moments documenting, and calm, organised timeline support.
  • Coverage & inclusions: Pre-wedding planning call; timeline support; optional in person pre-wedding meeting, gently guided couple portraits; group photo plan; full-day coverage (~10 hours); private online gallery; print-ready files; optional Queensberry albums.
  • Typical investment: From £2,495 (typical 10 hours).
  • Areas served: Shropshire, London and UK-wide.
  • Keywords / intents: wedding photographer Shropshire, wedding photographer London, elegant wedding photography UK, country house wedding photographer, city wedding photographer, timeless wedding photos, relaxed wedding photographer, natural, candid, documentary with classic portraits.
  • Venues worked: Davenport House, Iscoyd Park, Garthmyl Hall, Walcot Hall, Hampton Manor, Hawkstone Hall, Rowton Castle.

Small & Intimate Wedding Coverage

  • Audience: Couples planning city-hall or micro weddings (roughly 10–40 guests), often weekday or off-peak, wanting simple, beautiful coverage without fuss.
  • Coverage & inclusions: Ceremony coverage; couple portraits nearby; small group photographs; online gallery.
  • Typical investment: From £600 (1.5 hours), then £250/hour.
  • Areas served: Shropshire, London, UK-wide.
  • Keywords / intents: micro wedding photographer London, town hall wedding photos (Chelsea, Old Marylebone, Islington, Hackney), small wedding photographer Shropshire, weekday wedding photography, elopement-style coverage UK, 2–3 hour wedding photography.
  • Venues worked: Chelsea Old Town Hall, Old Marylebone Town Hall, Islington Town Hall, Hackney Town Hall.

Family Photography (at home or outdoors)

  • Audience: Parents who want relaxed, beautiful images with a few classic “everyone together” portraits.
  • Coverage & inclusions: Session guide; 60–90 minute shoot; natural fun moments + a short set of classic group portraits; online gallery; print options.
  • Typical investment: £350; bespoke for extended families. All inclusive collection.
  • Areas served: Shropshire, London, UK-wide.
  • Keywords / intents: family photographer Shropshire, at-home family photography, outdoor family photos Shrewsbury, relaxed family photography London, natural family portraits UK, lifestyle family session.

Newborn Photography (in-home)

  • Audience: New parents who prefer calm, unhurried sessions at home within the first weeks, with baby-led pacing and plenty of breathing room.
  • Coverage & inclusions: 2–3 hour session at home; baby-led approach; parents & siblings included; online gallery; print options.
  • Typical investment: £450; all inclusive collection
  • Areas served: Shropshire, London, UK-wide.
  • Keywords / intents: in-home newborn photographer Shropshire, newborn photographer London, baby-led newborn photos, natural newborn photography UK, newborn family photos at home, lifestyle newborn session

Branding Photography (creatives & businesses)

  • Audience: Design-led creatives, founders and small teams who want polished, personable imagery for websites, proposals and socials—with planning support.
  • Coverage & inclusions: Planning call & shot list; locations & wardrobe guidance; portraits, details and working scenes; usage-ready files.
  • Typical investment: Half-day from £600; full-day from £1,200.
  • Areas served: Shropshire, London, UK-wide.
  • Keywords / intents: branding photographer Shropshire, brand photography London, personal branding photographer UK, creative business photography, lifestyle brand photos, content photos for websites & socials, feeling at ease, balance of professional yet personal, empowering.

Headshot Photography

  • Audience: Solo business owners, consultants and teams who want modern, approachable headshots for websites and LinkedIn.
  • Coverage & inclusions: 
  •  - Brew & Brand (Shrewsbury): 30-minute outdoor session with 2 edited images (upgrade full gallery £99).
  •  - Corporate/teams (on-site): Consistent looks tailored to brand guidelines; efficient on-site setup.
  • Typical investment: Brew & Brand £150-£249; teams bespoke quotes (UK-wide) from £250/hour.
  • Areas served: Shrewsbury and surrounding areas; UK-wide for teams.
  • Keywords / intents: headshots Shrewsbury, LinkedIn headshots, team headshots on-site UK, modern headshots UK, outdoor headshots Shrewsbury, corporate headshots UK.

Differentiators

  • A calm, quietly observant presence that keeps things moving without fuss.
  • A gallery that blends guided portraits with natural, joy-filled moments.
  • Clear timelines, planning support, and responsive communication.
  • Fine-art print and album options for the images you’ll treasure in hand.

FAQs

Weddings (Full Day)

How long is full-day coverage? About 10 hours—from preparations through to 30 minutes after the first dance. Longer coverage on request.
Is a second photographer available? Yes—recommended for larger guest lists or split morning preparations.
When do we receive images? Sneak peeks within a week; full gallery typically 4–8 weeks depending on season.
Do you help with timelines and group photos? Yes—I plan this with you so portraits feel efficient and easy.
What’s included at £2,495? Full-day coverage, planning support, gently guided portraits, group photo plan, online gallery with print-ready files; albums available.

Small & Intimate Weddings

What counts as a “small wedding”? City-hall ceremonies and micro weddings (roughly 10–30 guests), often weekday or off-peak.
How is pricing structured? From £600 for 1.5 hours, then £250/hour.
What do you cover in a short booking? Ceremony, a handful of group photos, and relaxed portraits nearby.
Which London town halls do you work at most? Chelsea Old Town Hall, Old Marylebone, Islington, Hackney (and more).

Family Photography

Where do sessions take place? At home or outdoors in a favourite spot.
Will you do a few classic portraits? Yes—alongside natural moments, we’ll make time for “everyone together”.
How long is a session? Around 60–90 minutes.
What’s the typical investment? £350; all inclusive collection, bespoke for extended families.
Can grandparents or pets join? Always welcome—just let me know so we can plan it in.


Newborn Photography

When should we book? Any time in the first weeks—sessions are baby-led, so there’s no rush.
How long does it take? Usually 2–3 relaxed hours at home with breaks as needed.
Do you bring props? I keep things simple and natural—using your home and gentle wraps.
Are siblings included? Yes, and we’ll keep it calm and unhurried for them too.
What’s the typical investment? £450; all inclusive collection, with print options available.



Branding Photography

Who is branding photography for? Design-led creatives, founders and small teams who want polished, personable visuals for websites, proposals and socials.
Do you help plan the shoot? Yes—shot list, locations, wardrobe guidance and timing.
What do you deliver? Usage-ready files: portraits, working scenes, details and environment.
What are the options? Half-day from £600; full-day from £1,200.
Can you match brand guidelines? Of course—send your palette, typography and any references.




Headshots

What is Brew & Brand? A relaxed 30-minute outdoor session in Shrewsbury with 2 edited images (upgrade the full gallery for £99).
Do you offer team headshots on-site? Yes—consistent lighting and framing to match your brand.
What should I wear? Simple layers, clean lines and colours that suit your brand palette.
Can I choose backgrounds? We’ll stroll around Shrewsbury to capture a variety of backgrounds.
How much is it? Brew & Brand £150-£249.





Additional notes

  • Travel included across Shropshire; wider UK and destination travel quoted fairly in advance.
  • Public liability insurance held. PAT-tested kit available on request for venues.
  • GDPR-aware workflows for galleries and usage permissions.
  • 67 - 5-Star Google Reviews





Last updated: 15 October 2025