Four speed skaters in blue suits racing on ice, each wearing white helmets and black skates, in an indoor ice rink.
Two musicians, a female and a male, playing violins during a performance, with music stands and sheet music in front of them against a black background.
A scenic mountain landscape with a forest of evergreen trees, rocky mountains in the background, and a partly cloudy sky.
A wedding ceremony is taking place outdoors by a lake with mountains in the background. The bride and groom are walking hand in hand, smiling, as guests throw flower petals. The bride is holding a bouquet of flowers, and the groom is wearing a cowboy
Person kayaking in rough waters, wearing a blue jacket and helmet, holding a paddle, with water splashing around.
Salad plates with mixed greens and colorful vegetables on a wooden table.
Modern multi-level interior with wooden stairs and railings, curved wooden architectural elements, and a glass ceiling letting in natural light.
A man wearing glasses and a boy in a blue shirt with a bow tie smiling and sitting outdoors on a tree branch in a park or forest.
A skier wearing a pink jacket and a Red Bull helmet performs a jump with a starry night sky in the background.
A young male athlete holding an American flag at an indoor sports event, smiling at the camera.
Young man singing and playing guitar for a group of women wearing matching red shirts and black hats at an outdoor event.
Two flying swans against a cloudy sky
A scenic view of a calm lake with tall pine trees along the shoreline, snow-capped mountains in the background, and a partly cloudy sky reflection on the water.
Female biathlete lying on snow, aiming a rifle during a biathlon event, wearing a red headband, gloves, and a black and white uniform, with blue and yellow markers on the snow and a sign indicating lane 4 in the background.
A close-up of an adult male bighorn sheep with large, curved horns in a natural outdoor setting.

Capturing Excellence in Every Frame

Calgary and surrounding area Sports & Event Photographer

At the heart of every unforgettable moment is a story—and I’m here to capture it with precision, passion, and purpose.

Whether it's the adrenaline of a championship game, the energy of a live performance, the elegance of a corporate event, or the intimacy of a special family moment, my goal is simple: to document each moment with excellence and authenticity. With a background rooted in fast-paced environments, I work seamlessly behind the scenes and on the sidelines, ensuring nothing important goes unnoticed.

Clients trust me for my professional approach, eye for detail, and ability to deliver exceptional results—even under pressure. From major sporting events to private functions, I create visual content that tells your story powerfully and professionally.
Let’s create something remarkable together.

Calgary sports photographer Laura James capturing Biathlon ski race with women athletes in colorful gear racing on snow, with dense trees in background.
A woman with blond hair and glasses giving a presentation at a conference, with a large screen behind her displaying the words "Calgary" and an image of herself.
A family portrait of six people, including two adult women, two teenage boys, two young girls, and a dog, standing outdoors in front of a large tree with green leaves, all smiling.
A young fox standing on grass and logs in a natural outdoor setting, looking at the camera.
A person wearing a white ski helmet, goggles, an orange jacket, and white gloves skiing down a snow-covered slope with trees and a blue sky in the background.

Laura James

Born in Calgary, I’m proud to be Canadian and living in the beautiful province of Alberta. Growing up near the town of Okotoks, AB, with the Rocky Mountains as a backdrop has been not only a privilege but a beautiful canvas to grow my love of photography. After receiving my first SLR camera as a teenager, photography soon became a lifelong passion.