LuxPics is Hoyland Nether's family photography specialist. Allun's relaxed studio approach captures natural family and children portraits, with full image editing and a private, welcoming session.
LuxPics is a specialist family photography studio rooted in Hoyland Nether, Barnsley. Led by Allun O’Brien, a photographer with over 15 years’ experience, LuxPics focuses on creating timeless family photoshoots that feel natural, warm and true to your family’s personality. We position ourselves as family photography experts — not a generalist — so every session is tailored to how your family interacts and to the story you want to remember. Why choose LuxPics? Allun’s background in professional photography and digital image editing means each photograph benefits from both careful capture and skilled post-production. Having worked with notable broadcast clients such as ITV and the BBC, he brings a cinematic eye to family portraiture while keeping sessions relaxed and fun for children and adults alike. The result is a collection of images that are honest, beautifully edited and ready to display in your home. Our approach centres on making families feel welcome and at ease. Studio sessions are private and unhurried, allowing children and babies time to settle so we can capture genuine smiles, quiet moments and playful interactions. We suggest gentle posing and natural prompts rather than stiff direction, which helps even camera‑shy family members relax. For parents expecting a baby or with newborns, we adapt the pace and atmosphere to ensure comfort and safety throughout the shoot. Collaboration is important to us. Before your session we discuss what matters most to you — favourite groupings, treasured props or specific shots — and we work together on the day to deliver them. After the shoot, Allun applies professional image editing and retouching so your final photos feel polished while retaining authenticity. If you’d like to observe the editing, you’re welcome to sit with us and see your images come to life. Based in Hoyland Nether and serving Barnsley and surrounding South Yorkshire areas, LuxPics combines specialist family expertise with a friendly, professional service. Whether you want classic family portraits, children’s photos or gentle newborn images as part of your family story, LuxPics offers an experienced, personable photographer who treats every shoot as a unique chance to preserve your family’s moments.
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Purchase additional edited images after your session.
Private 1-hour studio session. Includes 10 edited digital images on a USB stick. Additional images available to purchase.
Location or event coverage for 3 hours with fully edited digital images supplied.
On-site corporate headshot service for businesses (day rate) including all required photos and editing.
Full wedding coverage including ceremony and reception, edited images supplied on USB.