Mini Bee Photography

Mini Bee Photography is a specialist family photographer based in Stanley, proudly serving Newcastle, County Durham and the wider North East. Sam (the Queen Bee) brings decades of experience and a warm, down-to-earth approach to every session, making family photography feel easy, relaxed and genuinely fun. As a studio rooted in family life, Mini Bee focuses on creating portraits that reflect your personality and become keepsakes for years to come. What sets Mini Bee apart is a commitment to bespoke sessions. Every family is different, so Sam starts with a pre-shoot call to understand your style, favourite colours and the look you want to achieve. Whether you want posed, timeless studio portraits under carefully controlled lighting or a more natural, documentary-style location shoot among the woods, beaches or local countryside, your session is tailored to you. Sam’s experience photographing children means she knows how to create a relaxed atmosphere where real moments and genuine smiles happen. The process is friendly and straightforward. Before your shoot you’ll get guidance on what to wear and what to bring, so everyone feels prepared. At the studio you’ll find a calm space with room for outfit changes, refreshments and everything needed to keep little ones comfortable. On location, Sam adopts a gentle, flexible style that captures playful interactions and candid connections. Sessions include a mix of family group shots, sibling portraits and individual photos so you leave with a balanced collection of images that tell your family’s story. Sam’s path to family photography is personal — starting on film and darkroom processing, she’s honed a thoughtful, considered eye over many years. That experience, combined with her genuine love for photographing children and families, shows in the way she works: patient, creative and always focused on safety and comfort. If you’re looking for a specialist family photographer in Stanley and the North East who delivers beautiful, timeless portraits and a relaxed experience, Mini Bee Photography is ready to welcome you. Get in touch to arrange a pre-shoot chat and start planning a session that’s uniquely yours.