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On Hitched.co.uk since 2023

Last update: April 2025

Based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, The Story of You is a storytelling studio capturing family milestones, from weddings to newborns and much more. Professional photographer Leyla is honoured to highlight events in a way that suits your style and vision. She strives to produce a gallery that you and your partner can be proud of for years to come.

Services Offered

The Story of You specialises in crafting high-resolution photographs for every client and uses photojournalistic techniques to create your image's and give them the wow factor. Leyla loves to be creative and takes great pride in her work. Capturing those candid moments as well as more formal poses. Her relaxed and professional style enables her to blend in with your wedding guests, whilst also having the skills to gather family members together for those group shots.

Formal pictures are of course optional, Leyla recognises that not every couple wants to have formal posed photos and this is discussed during the consultation. With this in mind Leyla likes to also use her creativity and will work with you to create informal formal pictures if this suits you as a couple better.

Leyla strives to achieve excellence and is a member of the Guild of Photographers allowing her to continually improve and master her skills. Keeping on top of current trends and working with you as a couple to create the photos you want. This includes training in videography and completing drone training to ensure her couples have the very best available to them for capturing their story of I do!

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Video
Pre wedding
Post wedding
Albums
Mini albums
Digital album
High resolution photos
Photocall

What does the wedding package include?

Unlimited Consultation, Engagement shoot/extra hour for wedding - full day package, Photos delivered via online gallery with download, Highlight video - full day Editing, optional USB/Album

How far in advance should I contact you?

I have bookings in the diary 2- 3 years in advance. Once you have set your date feel free to get in touch

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, i have covered weddings as far south as Brighton and as far north as Newcastle. I am willing to travel

What is the charge for travelling?

Travel is included in my full day package and within 2 hours from the studio for my half day.I am more than happy to discuss in detail any travel requirements and have covered weddings all over the UK

What style of photos do you take?

Photo journalism
Other (I love to capture the story as it unfolds. Relaxed and documentary. I capture those little details and those candid moments that often go unnoticed)

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

Documentary and relaxed style. I am always thinking of new and creative ideas. I keep everything as relaxed as possible and there are always ways to do formal photos without making them formal

What kind of equipment do you use?

Mirrorless kit

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, online gallery

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

1 month

Do you send all the photos taken?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Team of Professionals

In case of unforeseen circumstances, do you have a replacement photographer?

Yes

Do you have the rights to publish the wedding photos?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

Invoice

What are the forms of payment?

Cash / BACS. Card payments can also be taken

How do you work?

I absolutely love taking photos. I work in a professional but very relaxed manner and capture your day as it unfolds

Served in

North Yorkshire and South Yorkshire

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