The Story of Kaleid
Meet the Family
Kaleid is the brainchild of renowned brother and sister photographic duo Liam and Dominique Shaw. After nearly two decades at the forefront of documentary wedding and family photography, Kaleid represents the next evolution of our mission: capturing the unfiltered soul of a subject through the lens of high-end art.
Visit York Place StudiosThe Full Circle
We’re based at York Place Studios in Yorkshire - the very same space where our journey began in 2006. What started as a local portrait studio grew into an internationally recognized name in documentary photography. Now, joined by family member Kathryn, we’ve come full circle, returning to our portrait roots with a bold new perspective.
We’re based at York Place Studios in Yorkshire - the very same space where our journey began in 2006. What started as a local portrait studio grew into an internationally recognized name in documentary photography. Now, joined by family member Kathryn, we’ve come full circle, returning to our portrait roots with a bold new perspective.
The Mobile Masterpiece
We believe that the most authentic "you" doesn't live in a sterile studio - it lives at home. That’s why we’ve reimagined the portrait experience. We bring a world-class, medium-format mobile photography studio directly to your living room, combining 102-megapixel technology with the comfort of your own space.
The 102MP Detail
We believe that the most authentic "you" doesn't live in a sterile studio - it lives at home. That’s why we’ve reimagined the portrait experience. We bring a world-class, medium-format mobile photography studio directly to your living room, combining 102-megapixel technology with the comfort of your own space.
The 102MP Detail
High Definition. High Emotion.
We don’t just take photos; we create archives. Whether at our Scarborough Flagship or bringing 102-megapixel technology into the heart of your home, we capture a level of clarity that traditional studio cameras simply cannot reach. From the texture of a newborn’s jumper to the soul in a family dog’s eyes, every detail is preserved with breathtaking depth. This is gallery-quality art, designed to be printed at a life-size scale and cherished for generations.
Our Philosophy
No stiff poses. No forced smiles. No beige. Whether it’s the chaotic joy of a toddler, the quiet dignity of an old dog, or the theatrical flare of a creative professional, we’re here to celebrate life, colour, and the "seemingly insignificant" details that make you, you.
Proudly serving Scarborough, Malton, York, Newcastle, Lake District and the Scottish Borders with our signature mobile portrait experience.
Looking for our documentary work?
No stiff poses. No forced smiles. No beige. Whether it’s the chaotic joy of a toddler, the quiet dignity of an old dog, or the theatrical flare of a creative professional, we’re here to celebrate life, colour, and the "seemingly insignificant" details that make you, you.
Proudly serving Scarborough, Malton, York, Newcastle, Lake District and the Scottish Borders with our signature mobile portrait experience.
Looking for our documentary work?
When we aren't creating high-definition portraits at Kaleid, we’re documenting weddings and street life around the globe.
