Introducing the beautiful little Thomas... Newborn photosessions are truly my favourite and what a privilege to be allowed to photograph someone's precious new arrival - often I get to meet these little babies before they've even met some of their closest family! As you can see, little Thomas was absolutely adorable and a pleasure to photograph - and oh those cheeks! ;-) To View More >>

It's so exciting when you finally get to meet that little person who was hiding away in a bump photosession. Little Noah was definitely worth the wait. What a gorgeous little bundle he is... To View More >>

When a fellow photographer asks you to photograph her and her family, it really is quite an honour. I was delighted to capture Rebecca at this very special time. To View More >>

  Christmas Mini Sessions are here...  On Saturday 14th October and Saturday 11th November only, I will be offering special Christmas mini-sessions*.  Bring along the matching Christmas jumpers and Santa hats, or keep it classy and go for a beautiful family portrait, the choice is yours! Each session is just £60 and includes: 30 min shoot Upto 10 images to choose from in your personal online gallery Your choice of a mounted print or 10 personalised Christmas cards. We also offer the option to purchase additional prints, frames and bamboo panels, which make fantastic To View More >>

Finnley was a little late, but he was definitely worth the wait. I photographed his mummy and daddy's wedding a couple of years ago, so it was especially lovely to return and see how their family has grown.  To View More >>

Nicola had the cutest little bump when she came for her photo session - it really is hard to believe there was a little person in there! To View More >>

I am delighted to welcome Alex Duxbury, Director of Lifft Slings as today's guest blogger! Lifft Slings is a family run business and all of Lifft's Stretchy Wraps and Pouch Slings are made here in sunny Yorkshire. Alex is a trained babywearing consultant (Slingababy trained) and can demonstrate how to wear a sling in less than 2 minutes! Check out her online 'How To' instructions on the Lifft website. Benefits of carrying children There are many emotional, social, physical and practical benefits of carrying infants in your arms or in a sling.  Soft slings such as our To View More >>

Little Ava was an absolute darling at her first photoshoot, sleeping soundly throughout! Here are some of my favourite images from her newborn photo session. To View More >>

I am delighted to welcome Natalie Bell from Tiny Talk York as one of our guest bloggers! Natalie runs the Tiny Talk baby signing classes in York, teaching parents and babies to communicate with each other through sign language even before they can use words!  To find out more contact Natalie at natb@tinytalk.co.uk or have a look at the Facebook page www.facebook.com/yorktinytalk. Tiny Talk and Baby Signing TinyTalk Baby Signing classes are a fun filled hour of signing, music and sensory activities to promote early communication skills with you and your little one.  Using British Sign To View More >>

Amanda was a little nervous when she arrived for her bump photoshoot, but as the session progressed and we got to know each other, she really relaxed and actually enjoyed the session, so much that she left me a little review on Facebook:  "Had our maternity shoot with Jackie. Was nervous but Jackie made me feel really at ease and the pictures we received are lovely. Looking forward to newborn shoot once baby arrives. Thank you Jackie" I think you'll agree, she had nothing to worry about - she looks gorgeous! To View More >>