Ritchie Coatsworth Photography

Ritchie Coatsworth is a family photography specialist serving Bishop Auckland and the wider North East from his family-friendly studio in Crook. With a relaxed, down-to-earth approach, Ritchie focuses on capturing real connections and the small, honest moments that make a family unique. His aim is simple: to deliver natural, timeless family portraits and photoshoots that you’ll return to again and again. Every session starts with a friendly chat—either on the phone or face-to-face—so Ritchie understands what matters to you. Sessions can take place in-studio where a range of backdrops and props create classic portraits, or at a location of your choice to make the most of natural light and local landscapes. Parents are encouraged to join in and children are given plenty of time, space and gentle direction so the session feels calm and enjoyable rather than forced. Newborns and babies are treated with particular care. Ritchie’s baby and newborn portrait sessions are designed to work around feeds, naps and family routines so your little one stays comfortable throughout. Cake smash sessions are also offered for first birthdays, combining fun, personality and joyful, candid imagery that families love. After the shoot, you’ll be invited back to the studio for a relaxed slideshow viewing of the edited images. Ritchie provides a curated selection for you to choose from, making it simple to pick the photographs that best reflect your family’s story. Prints and keepsakes are available to order, but sessions cover the photographer’s time and expertise rather than product costs—this ensures the focus is on producing beautiful, well-crafted images. Ritchie’s style blends the best of portrait craftsmanship with a candid, documentary sensibility: thoughtful composition, flattering natural light and a patient, friendly presence that puts even camera-shy children at ease. He’s a down-to-earth bloke who believes a photographer’s work should speak for itself and that everyone deserves an amazing customer experience. Whether you’re booking studio portraits, a relaxed location family photoshoot, newborn images or a playful cake smash, Ritchie Coatsworth Photography specialises in creating images that celebrate family life in and around Bishop Auckland. Get in touch to arrange a consultation and make some lasting memories together.