Rains Photography in Leicester specialises in maternity photography. Danielle creates relaxed 45‑minute studio or outdoor sessions capturing authentic bump portraits with 10 edited images and a private gallery.
Rains Photography is a Leicester-based specialist in maternity photography, led by Danielle Rains. As a proud mum herself, Danielle understands how fleeting pregnancy is and treats every bump shoot as a chance to freeze that unique moment in time. If you want a maternity photographer who brings warmth, patience and a natural, candid eye to your session, Rains Photography is focused on making you feel confident and comfortable. Why choose Rains Photography for your maternity photoshoot? Danielle positions maternity as a core speciality and approaches each session with a calm, personal touch. Sessions are relaxed and guided — whether you prefer the cosy comfort of our home-based studio on Wanlip Road, Syston, or a gentle outdoor shoot in a favourite local spot. Danielle offers wardrobe guidance (including a selection of white dresses), helps with poses that flatter the bump, and encourages natural movement so your images feel like you. How the session works: maternity shoots are typically booked from around 30 weeks onwards. Sessions run for approximately 45 minutes and include time for a few outfit changes and styling options. After the shoot you’ll receive a private online gallery to view your images and choose favourites; your maternity package includes 10 professionally edited digital downloads in colour and black & white. Additional images, prints and keepsakes such as canvases or albums are available if you’d like more. Danielle’s approach is friendly and down-to-earth — she blends posed portraits with candid, emotive moments to create a varied gallery that reflects your personality and the anticipation of becoming a parent. Preparation tips, gentle posing guidance and a focus on a relaxed atmosphere mean even camera-shy mums-to-be feel at ease. The result is timeless, elegant maternity photos that you’ll treasure for years. Based in Leicester (Syston), Rains Photography specialises in maternity photography while also offering complementary family and newborn services for the next chapters of your story. To book a maternity session or discuss locations, outfit ideas and gallery options, get in touch — Danielle is happy to chat and help create a session tailored to you.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Quick mini session ideal for updating family photos, maternity bump shots or short portrait sessions.
Studio maternity session with outfit changes, available dresses and family inclusion; gallery for selecting edited images.
Family sessions for multi-generation portraits, maternity, children and milestone shoots with options for prints and keepsakes.
Fun cake smash experience with custom set design, themed props, personalised cake and digital keepsakes.
Property photography for landlords and estate agents to showcase properties for adverts and listings.
Event photography for parties, corporate events and special occasions with online gallery and delivery within stated timeframe.
Ceremony-only package covering entrance, vows, group portraits and couple shots afterwards. Private gallery provided.
Studio or in-home newborn session with props, wraps and family/sibling portraits. Preview/taster image sent quickly and private gallery to choose favourites.
Combined maternity and newborn package to document pregnancy and new arrival with online galleries and option to purchase additional prints or albums.
Photobooth hire for events with templates, instant sharing, and guest book keepsake.
3-hour photobooth hire for events with attendant and sharing options.
Up to 4 hours coverage, around 100 professionally edited images, private online gallery. Optional add-ons: videography (min 4 hours) and photobooth hire.
4-hour photobooth hire with attendant, props and guestbook keepsake.
Full-day style coverage (8 hours) capturing ceremony, portraits, speeches and evening up to first dance. Private gallery included.
Deluxe full-day package with two photographers, extensive image delivery and a wedding album. Discounts available when bundled with videography or photobooth.