When it comes to photography Leicestershire can be looked at as very much a division between the county and the city of Leicester itself.
Leicestershire
The county of Leicestershire is mostly gently rolling countryside with small towns like Melton Mowbray and Market Harborough well worth a stop in your photographic travels.
The topography becomes more elevated as you move towards Rutland in the east, with the more varied scenery to the east of Leicester. A particularly fine road to follow is the B6047 from Market Harborough to Melton.
Just north of Mkt. Harborough are Foxton locks - a flight of 10 locks - the largest in the UK, which make for some very interesting canal side photography.
No mention of the county should miss the Charnwood forest area to the northwest of the city of Leicester, running as far as Loughborough. It is a hilly outcrop of very ancient rocks, including the pre-Cambrian fossil Charnia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charnia. There are some 25 square kilometres at an elevation above 600 feet here, with some interesting areas that landscape photographers will love to stumble upon.
The Great Central steam railway runs from Loughborough to just north of Leicester. As well as much of interest to the rail enthusiast or photographer, it passes through some very pleasant scenery in the Charnwood area.
Within the Charnwood Forest area is Bradgate Park - a country park which includes the remains of Lady Jane Grey's house. The park was given to the people of Leicestershire in 1928. Such was the public outcry when it was threatened by the extension of the M1 in the 1960's that the route was moved to the west (J21 to J23). And here the old hard rocks give a very distinctive look to the landscape, compared with the rest of the county.
Leicester
Leicester itself is an old city, still showing some of its Roman past at the Jewry Wall museum. The architecture is frequently overlooked (perhaps giving photographers the prospect of some less well photographed buildings) and shows that the city has had a wealthy past, indeed in 1936 it was listed as the second wealthiest city in Europe.
A walk through the city centre from the medieval Guild Hall, through Europe's largest permanent market, to the new Curve theatre will find many examples of interest to the architectural photographer. Just north of the City centre is the striking National Space Centre and Abbey park, with it's ruins of what was once one of the finest abbeys in the Midlands.
The University botanic gardens in Oadby (on the A6 by the racecourse) are very well kept, with an abundance of plants and interesting at any time of the year.
Keith Cooper
Northlight Images - Photography
Leicestershire People and Places One Hundred Years Ago
Leicestershire People and Places One Hundred Years Ago: A Selection of Photographs by George Moore Henton 1861-1924
ISBN: 1905646194
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Portrait of Leicestershire & Rutland
The aim of this book is to capture the well known tourist attractions and also the less familiar corners of both Leicestershire and Rutland.Although often linked together, Leicestershire and Rutland remain two separate counties as Rutland once again was awarded county status in 1997.
ISBN: 1841149942
Ashby Photo Centre
None
39 Market Street, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1AG, 01530 416 365
Cecil Jacobs
None
61 Granby Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 6ER, 0116 254 4572
Euro Photographic Services
None
150 Harrowgate Drive, Birstall, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE4 3GP, 0116 267 4247
Frames to go
None
14 Palmer Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE4 5PT, 0116 261 3232
Jacobs
www.jacobs-photo.co.uk
61 Granby Street, Leicester, LE1 6ER, 0116 254 4572
Jacobs
www.jacobs-photo.co.uk
60 London Road, Leicester, LE2 0QD, 0116 255 0111
Jessops
43-45 Granby Street, Leicester, LE1 6EH, 0845 4587168
Jessops
1 Macauley House Cattlemarket, Loughborough, LE11 3DJ, 0845 458 7206
Jessops
5 Market Place, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1XD, 0845 4587217
Manor Vision
None
No 1 Manor Court, Morcott, Oakham, Leicestershire, LE15 9DG, 01572 747 666
Owen Jones
None
55-57 Market Street, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1AS, 01530 412 735
Youngs
http://www.binocularbarn.co.uk
Youngs of Leicester Ltd., 40-42 Belvoir Street, Leicester, LE1 6QE,
Alan George Photography
http://www.alangeorge-photography.com/
Whether it's a wedding, conference, or party; you are hiring a photographer for their skill in capturing your day, your way. Don't compromise on price or quality for something that should be a lasting and valuable memory of your special day
Amber Pixel
http://www.amberpixel.co.uk/index.html
Amber Pixel is friendly photographic company based in Leicestershire and operating all over the UK.
Artography
Portrait and wedding photographers in Hinckley, Leicestershire near Leicester.
Asian wedding Photos
http://www.asianweddingphotos.com/
Indian Asian Wedding Photographer and Videographer of Leicester & London,UK.
Boam Brown Photography
http://www.boambrownphotography.co.uk
Wedding photography by Boam Brown Photography
Cupid Studio
Wedding photography by Cupid Studio
David Saunders Photography
http://www.saundersphotography.co.uk/
I first began photographing horses in 1999 at the Young Riders European Endurance Championships in Germany, since then I have photographed all over Europe.
Elizabeth Michael
http://www.elizabethmichael.com
Happily married for over 9 years, Elizabeth and Michael share a passion for photography. Together we enjoy capturing those moments that show true emotion and life as it happens.
Forever Moments
http://www.forevermoments.co.uk/
On your wedding day we like to blend with the guests and capture those moments that can be so easily forgotten. It is easy to capture the formal element of the day and every album needs this, but we want to concentrate on the story of the most important day of your life.
Hayley Masom Photography
Wedding photography by Hayley Masom Photography
Helen Keast
Offering beautiful, modern reportage wedding photography carried out with a minimum of fuss and a relaxed friendly approach.
Ikonic Photography
http://www.ikonicphotography.com/
Welcome to Ikonic Photography. Our service is relaxed and informal so that we capture the natural you. We tailor our services to your needs whether it is contemporary, reportage or the more traditional - you choose.
Jason Walker Photography
http://www.walkerimages.co.uk/
My goal is to capture the emotion, the feeling , the love and the fun of your special day with beautiful pictures you will cherish for the rest of your lives.
John Heron
http://www.johnheron.co.uk/indexintro.htm
John & Roxane are established Wedding Photographers, having set up their business some 15 years ago. They have always offered a professional and personal service to their Brides and Grooms and are very proud of the many testimonials and recommendations received by them.
John Jenkins Photography
I am very passionate about being a wedding photographer. It is an incredibly exciting job that involves an enormous responsibility.
KB Wedding Photography
http://www.kbweddingphotography.co.uk/
Wedding photography by KB Wedding Photography
Ketan Arya Photography
Wedding photography from Ketan Arya Photography
Krish Digital Memories
Wedding photography by Krish Digital Memories
Martin Neeves Photography
Press & PR Photography; Reportage Wedding Photography; Commercial, Architectural & Aerial Photography - Leicestershire, Warwickshire & Midlands
Maz
Choosing a wedding photographer is a difficult and important decision. No other event in our entire lives creates such a heady mixture of love, joy, reverence, laughter and tears. At weddings we work swiftly, professionally and without disturbing the festivities whilst ensuring that we capture the whirlwind of bustling activity in a gracious and friendly manner.
Midland Photography
http://www.midlandphotography.com/
Welcome to the home page of Midland Photography, here you can find all information about our services, the way we work and have a glance at some of our galleries to show what we can do for you. Midland has many areas of professional photography, mainly specialising in Wedding & Event photography.
Nigel Lord Smith Photography
Nigel Ord-Smith Photography are professional Wedding Photographers covering Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire and nationwide. With a fun and friendly approach we'll create wedding photographs to capture the mood, fun, passion and laughter of your special day, not forgetting all the little details that complete your story.
Phil Hutchinson
http://www.artswebweddings.fotopic.net/
Welcome to the ArtsWeb wedding portraiture collections by Phil Hutchinson
Quorn Photography
http://www.quornphotography.co.uk/
Chris Frith is a photographer of some 40 years experience and specialises in weddings. Based in the Leicestershire village of Quorn, he is handily located for some of the major wedding venues in Leicestershire - namely, The Quorn Country Hotel, The Quorn Grange and the picturesque St Bartholomews Church situated in the heart of Quorn Village.
Rebecca Dawe Photography
Our all girl team are wedding and portrait specialists, creating beautiful, natural photographs, which will become a treasured possession forever.
Ria Mishaal Cooke Photography
http://www.riamishaalcooke.co.uk/
Wedding photography by Ria Mishaal Cooke Photography
Simon Cook Photography
At Simon Cook Photography we have a natural ability to capture the essence of any wedding, which is evident in our gallery. We have a fresh, innovative, unique style and an approachable, friendly, non-invasive manner.
Spectrum Photos
http://www.spectrumphotos.co.uk/weddings/index.asp
Wedding photography from Spectrum Photos
Step n Snap
You may be planning your wedding day for several months in the future;it may be only a few weeks away.You might even have been dreaming about it all your life,from the beautiful dress,the perfect setting, to the family and friends who will help to make your day so special.
The Photos of my Wedding
http://www.thephotosofmywedding.com/
What all couples want these days is to be given all of their WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHS on Disk, to use and print as they like. So this is exactly what we offer to ALL Wedding Photography customers.
The Windsor Studio
http://www.thewindsorstudio.com/
Wedding photography from The Windsor Studio
Wendy Fullard Photography
http://www.wf-photography.co.uk/
We will take our many years of experience, passion for photography and sense of fun, to create a fabulous permanent record of your Wedding Day.
Willow Photography
http://www.willowphotography.co.uk/
You want your wedding day to be memorable, moving, romantic and everlasting - it's important that you record the day with a set of gorgeous, inspiring photographs.
Amber Pixel
http://www.amberpixel.co.uk/index.html
Amber Pixel is friendly photographic company based in Leicestershire and operating all over the UK.
Artography
Portrait and wedding photographers in Hinckley, Leicestershire near Leicester.
Boam Brown Photography
http://www.boambrownphotography.co.uk
Victoria and Ed's photographic style blend a mix of vivid and bold colours with the emotiveness of their dynamic monochrome imagery.
Chris Marsh
http://www.portrait-group.co.uk/
i have a full mobile studio lighting and backdrop set-up for high key and low key(black) lighting effects.
Christina Lauder Portraits
http://www.christinalauderportraits.com/
Portrait photography by Christina Lauder Portraits
Colour White
Portrait photography by Colour White
Elizabeth Michael
http://www.elizabethmichael.com
Happily married for over 9 years, Elizabeth and Michael share a passion for photography. Together we enjoy capturing those moments that show true emotion and life as it happens.
Forever Moments
http://www.forevermoments.co.uk/
Most people would love a studio portrait of themselves and their loved ones, but they don't want the immense costs that are involved in a studio shoot.
Hayley Masom Photography
Professional photographer with photographic studio in East Leake covering Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. Specialist in wedding photography, events, family portraits and fun, informal studio photo's.
Ian Knaggs Photography
http://www.ianknaggsphotography.co.uk/
Contemporary photography with an emphasis on using minimal specialised equipment to produce relaxed, natual looking children's portraits and striking, creative still life images.
Ikonic Photography
http://www.ikonicphotography.com/
Welcome to Ikonic Photography. Our service is relaxed and informal so that we capture the natural you. We tailor our services to your needs whether it is contemporary, reportage or the more traditional - you choose.
Jason Walker Photography
http://www.walkerimages.co.uk/
Jason Walker Photography is proud to be supporting Wishes4kids Leicestershire Children's charity.
John Jenkins Photography
I am pleased to announce the opening of our new Photography Studio in Lutterworth, on the edges of Leicestershire and Northamptonshire.
Maz
Portrait photography by Maz
On Site Photos
http://www.on-sitephotos.co.uk/
We offer a full mobile portrait service including traditional head and shoulder studio shots for business, portfolios, individuals, couples, children and pets, to full family groups.
Paul Farraby
If there’s only one thing that’s for certain in this world, it’s that time doesn’t stand still. People age, situations change, and before you know it, a moment is gone for good — unless you happen to know how to freeze time.
Quorn Photography
http://www.quornphotography.co.uk/
Chris Frith is a photographer of some 40 years experience and specialises in weddings. Based in the Leicestershire village of Quorn, he is handily located for some of the major wedding venues in Leicestershire - namely, The Quorn Country Hotel, The Quorn Grange and the picturesque St Bartholomews Church situated in the heart of Quorn Village.
Rebecca Dawe Photography
Our all girl team are wedding and portrait specialists, creating beautiful, natural photographs, which will become a treasured possession forever.
Reilly Studios
http://www.reillystudios.co.uk/
Reilly Studios is an established, award winning professional Portrait, Wedding, Event, and Motorsport Photographer based in Hinckley, Leicestershire.
Step n snap
Portraits of you and your family should be fun and relaxed and show your true self, not the one the one wearing the forced camera smile!! We aim to make the whole experience a pleasurable one. Our portrait shoots are light-hearted, relaxed and informal.
Willow Photography
http://www.willowphotography.co.uk/
Mark’s exceptional and touching portraits give a rare glimpse into an individual’s life and personality. Whether at his studio or another location, Mark will encourage you to relax, have fun and just be yourself. This ensures a far more natural result and allows your true spirit to shine through.
Alan George Photography
http://www.alangeorge-photography.com/
Whether it's a wedding, conference, or party; you are hiring a photographer for their skill in capturing your day, your way. Don't compromise on price or quality for something that should be a lasting and valuable memory of your special day
Boam Brown
http://www.boambrownphotography.co.uk/
Leicester Event and Party Photographer - With instant printing in under 30 seconds for guests to take home.
Event-Pics
Event-Pics are your number 1 choice for event photography - a relaxed, fun approach to event photography at market beating prices. We specialise in school proms, leavers balls, black-tie dinner dances, corporate events, charity events and Christmas parties.
Hayley Masom Photography
Professional photographer with photographic studio in East Leake covering Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. Specialist in wedding photography, events, family portraits and fun, informal studio photo's.
Midland Photography
http://www.midlandphotography.com/
Welcome to the home page of Midland Photography, here you can find all information about our services, the way we work and have a glance at some of our galleries to show what we can do for you.
On Site Photos
http://www.on-sitephotos.co.uk/
As one of central England's leading Event Photographers we are able to cover a wide variety of different events, to satisfy most requirements.
Photo Eventers
http://www.photoeventers.co.uk/
Event Photography in Leicestershire and the Midlands by PhotoEventers.co.uk to bring you the photographs and memories of your event
Rebecca Dawe Photography
Our all girl team are wedding and portrait specialists, creating beautiful, natural photographs, which will become a treasured possession forever.
Simon Cook Photography
At Simon Cook Photography we provide a taylor-made professional Event Photography service for a wide range of corporate and social events across the UK.
Step n Snap
A photograph will capture that memory for you and your beloved. When you organize an EVENT, you see everyone is dressed to thrill, why not offer an extra attraction, a studio style portrait of them selves to take away on the night at modest cost. I will come to the event at no charge to you. I will take the pictures of the guests then, using the latest digital technology.
Wildsnaps
When not jetting around the world to photograph wildlife in exotic locations, I specialise in providing event photography for all manner of events. Using state of the art, wireless equipment, I can attend any event at all, from show jumping, to black-tie dinners, and provide full, on-site event coverage.
Willow Photography
http://www.willowphotography.co.uk/
Whatever the celebration and wherever you are, Mark will ensure you have plenty of exciting and stimulating shots of your business or private event.
Commercial Photographer - Martin Neeves Photography
Press & PR Photography; Reportage Wedding Photography; Commercial, Architectural & Aerial Photography - Leicestershire, Warwickshire & Midlands
Commercial Photographer - Northlight Images
http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/
Professional photography to improve your business image.
Glamour Photographer - Faceless Productions
http://www.facelessproductions.biz/
Here at Faceless Productions we understand that each client is an individual and that each project may be different from the last. We cover a range of concepts, styles and fashions that feature in the media so everything we do will be different than the last to make sure you have the best set of images and the professional portfolio that shows you at your best
Landscape Photographer - JK Photography
http://www.johnkennedyphotography.com
Welcome to my site, I'm a UK based photographer from Leicestershire, specialising in Landscape, Seascape, Rural and Country Life photography.
Landscape Photographer - MC-Images
We offer high quality printed images for sale covering a range of subjects including landscapes, flowers and contemporary themes
Photographer - Ian Houghton
Please feel free to browse about. The photography albums in the gallery are open to the public, but family albums and video clips are protected and will require you to request registration and approval.
Photographer - John Langham
Travel Photographer - Springbean (Martin Godfrey)
He also travels around the UK visiting the best offerings this country can provide.
Wildife Photographer - Firecrest Photography
http://www.firecrest-wildlife-photography.co.uk/
Photographs from around the world by Peter & Carole Leigh (specialist bird photographers)
Wildlife Photographer - Cheryl Surry
If you check out the gallery you'll probably realise that red squirrels are a particular favourite and I hope you'll agree that the selected images capture some of the character of this native species.
Wildlife Photographer - Danny Green
http://www.dannygreenphotography.com
I have always been interested in Nature and the Outdoors from a young age and Nature Photography seemed a perfect path to follow to enjoy both. I like the fact I can be in remote locations or see some thing rare or unusual and have my camera at hand to record it and share it.
Wildlife Photographer - Danny Green
http://www.dannygreenphotography.com/
I was born and still live in Leicestershire with my wife and two children. I became interested in Nature from a young age and was very rarely at home, always wandering the woods and rivers looking for wildlife.
Wildlife Photographer - Mike Lane
http://www.nature-photography.co.uk/
I`m a full time wildlife photographer specialising in birds and mammals. Although I get to travel to foreign lands a great deal, my main love is British wildlife. I get far more satisfaction photographing humble wrens and chaffinches than exotic parrots in distant rain forests...
Wildlife Photographer - Wildsnaps
Welcome to Wildsnaps.com......the home of Simon Coates Photography. Here you'll find all sorts of stuff, ranging from galleries containing various images, articles and presentations that have been used for lectures and talks, links to useful sites and opinionated waffle in the obligatory blog.
Melusina Studio
http://www.melusina-studio.com/
20 Cottesmore Road, , Leicester, Leicestershire, le53ln, 0116 2768111
Sol Photography
http://www.solphotography.co.uk/studio-hire/28100
42 Spencer Street, Oadby, Leicester, Leicestershire, le24dp, 07787 117662
Ashby Camera Club
http://www.ashbycameraclub.co.uk/
We are beginners, experienced amateurs and professionals and we aim to produce good photographs in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
Coalville & District Photographic Society
http://www.coalvillecameraclub.co.uk/
Coalville & District Photographic Society
Earl Shilton Camera Club
http://www.earlshiltoncameraclub.org.uk/
This is the website for the Earl Shilton Camera Club. We are a small and friendly group of amateur photographers who live in and around the Earl Shilton area of Leicestershire.
Leicester & Leicestershire Photographic society
We are a friendly group of photographers of different standards and a wide range of interests, offering a good learning opportunity and the chance to meet like minded people. New members and visitors are always very welcome to our meetings, which are at 7.30pm on Fridays between September and May at Friends Meeting House, 16 Queens Road, Leicester, LE2 1WP
Leicester Forest Photographic Society
Whether you're new to photography, or looking to extend your skills, you'll find plenty to interest and stimulate you at Leicestershire's premier club.
Lutterworth Photographic Society
Welcome to Lutterworth Photographic Society online. The aim of this site is to show and inform both members and non-members of the current activities of the Society.
Market Harborough Photographic Society
Welcome to the website of Market Harborough Photographic Society (MHPS).
Melton Mowbray Photographic Society
From Autumn through to Spring we meet on most Friday nights at 7:30pm prompt on the first floor at the RAFA 'Tornado Club', 24 Asfordby Road, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. LE13 0HR
Shepshed and District Camera Club
http://www.shepshedcameraclub.co.uk/
Shepshed and District Camera Club was formed in 1976. Prior to this a photography evening class had been running at Hind Leys Community College.
Sileby Photographic Society
Over recent years we have proved that we are a highly successful club with a lot of very talented members capable of producing a high standard of work, but whether you are a total novice or a budding David Bailey there is always a warm welcome at Sileby.
The Fosse Co-op Camera Club
http://www.hollingbery.plus.com/fosse%20about_fosse_ccc.htm
The Fosse Co-op Camera Club started life just after the last war when a group of photo enthusiasts started to meet regularly on an informal basis in Albert Poxon’s photographic shop on Fosse Road North, Leicester.
Danny Green Photography
http://www.dannygreenphotography.com/pages/blog.php
Blog pages from this superb wildlife photographer.
Higel Lord Smith
http://nigelordsmith.blogspot.com/
blog site of Higel Lord Smith
Jason Walker Photography
http://jasonwalkerphotography.wordpress.com/
Recent shoots, goings on and information regarding Jason Walker Photography
Maz's Blog
http://mazmashru.blogspot.com/
Everything and anything that is your special life event is recorded and celebrated with you. Maz is a brand that strives for excellence quality and creativity in all aspects whether we are creating beautiful portraits of your family or a party for your birthday or wedding that you need event theming or photography for.
Andrew Pennill
http://www.andrewpennill.co.uk/
Danny Green Photography
http://www.dannygreenphotography.com
OnetoOne Workshops are designed for the discerning photographer in many ways, whether you are a complete beginner looking for a helping hand in starting out, an experienced Amateur that wants to work on a few techniques or a Pro that just wants to work on a certain difficult subject
Davin Andrew Photography
http://www.davina-andrew-photography.co.uk/Courses.html
21 Charnor Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE3 6LJ
Digital Photography Courses
http://www.digitalphotographycourses.co.uk/
25 Westerby Lane, Smeeton Westerby, Leicestershire, LE8 0RA
Dimension Photography
http://www.dimensionphotography.co.uk/Courses/
Dimension Photography offers a range of wildlife photography courses to beginners taking their first steps either with a digital camera or into the amazing world of wildlife
Michael stockton
http://www.michaelstockton.com/photoschool.htm
58 Granby Street, Leicester, LE1 1DH
Northern Light Images
http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/tutorial_pages/photo_training.html
Northlight Images, 86 Harrow Road, Leicester, LE3 0JW
Northlight Images
http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/product_photo_training.html
Northlight Images, 86 Harrow Road, Leicester, LE3 0JW
Photographers on Safari
http://www.photographersonsafari.com/index.htm
Photographers on Safari, West End Studios, 55 Stapleford Road, Whissendine, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7HF
Proud Photography
Online photography courses
Snapper Shack
http://snappershack.co.uk/index.html
25 Westerby Lane, Smeeton Westerby, Leicestershire, LE8 0RA
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