Paulina Lessner Photography

I’m Paulina, a Barnsley-based maternity photographer who believes pregnancy is one of life’s most beautiful stories and deserves photography that feels both timeless and personal. As a specialist in maternity photography I focus on creating images that celebrate your changing body, your connection with your baby and the quiet, powerful emotions of expectancy. My approach is thoughtful and relaxed. We begin with a pre-session consultation where we discuss your vision—natural outdoor scenes, a more stylised studio look, or a mixture of both. I have a small, curated selection of maternity dresses and accessories to help shape the aesthetic, and I’ll advise on colours and styling so each frame feels harmonious and authentic. Outdoor sessions use natural light and Barnsley’s varied landscapes as a gentle, emotive backdrop. Whether it’s a meadow, woodland edge or a sunlit park, I look for locations that enhance the mood you want to capture. If you prefer a controlled environment, my cosy home studio offers classic, elegant lighting and carefully chosen backdrops for refined, posed portraits and fine art maternity images. On the day I aim to create a calm atmosphere where you can relax and be yourself. I guide poses with sensitivity to comfort and safety, encouraging natural movement and small moments of connection—soft touches to the bump, shared smiles, or quiet, introspective portraits. After the session I select and professionally retouch the best images, preserving natural texture while enhancing tone and mood so each photo feels like a keepsake. Clients are invited to view their finished gallery in my studio, where we choose the images that mean the most to you. If you’d like tangible heirlooms, I can help with prints, albums and wall art that will become lasting pieces in your home. If you’re looking for a maternity photographer in Barnsley who specialises in pregnancy photography with a warm, personalised approach, I’d love to work with you. Together we’ll create images that honour this unique chapter and give you beautiful memories to treasure for years to come.