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CATEGORY: FAMILIES
Why You Should Keep Your Family Portrait Up-To-Date
One day, your kids need your hand to take their first steps, and the next, they’re off and running, leaving you wondering where the time went. It’s a little unfair how quickly time flies, isn’t it? And if you’re anything like most busy parents, family portraits tend to fall to the bottom of the never-ending to-do list. But keeping your family portraits up-to-date isn’t just about getting a cute picture for the wall ...
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CATEGORY: BABIES
Personalising your Newborn Portrait Experience
Newborn photography is more than just capturing the first days of your baby’s life; it’s an opportunity to tell a story, your story. Personalising and customising your portraits can make these memories even more heartfelt and unique.
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CATEGORY: BABIES
A Journey of Growth: Capturing Your Baby's First Year in Photos
The first year of a baby’s life is a whirlwind of monumental changes and heartwarming milestones. From the sleepy, curled-up poses of a newborn to the wide-eyed curiosity of a six-month-old, and the adventurous spirit of a one-year-old, each stage in a baby’s first year brings something uniquely ...
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CATEGORY: BABIES
10 Tips for Stunning Newborn Photos: Keeping your little one comfortable
Preparing for a newborn photoshoot involves more than just picking cute outfits and props. Ensuring your little one is comfortable during the photo session is paramount for beautiful, peaceful images.
Here are my top ten tips ...
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CATEGORY: MATERNITY, BABIES, MILESTONES, TEEN
THE MAGIC OF BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY
You may wonder “Why black and white when the world is so full of colour?” Black and white photography has a timeless quality that’s simply unmatched. It takes us back to the golden era of photography, where each image was a cherished piece of art. When it comes to portraits, this classic style adds...
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CATEGORY: BABIES
THE BEST TIME FOR NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY: CAPTURING THE PERFECT AGE AND MOMENT
As you prepare to welcome your new baby, you’re probably thinking about how to capture these early moments that, though fleeting, are incredibly precious. One of the most cherished ways to preserve these memories is through newborn photography. But when is the best time to schedule these photos?
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CATEGORY: BABIES
BABY NAME IDEAS FOR BABIES DUE IN SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER
Autumn is such a beautiful time of year to be expecting a baby. As a photographer, I love September and October. The light is always beautiful and the colours of nature turn the blandest landscape into a work of art. It’s little wonder that so many parents choose autumnal-themed names for their babies born in the most beautiful season of the year...
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CATEGORY: TIPS & IDEAS
Summer Family Portraits: How to make the most of the season
Summer is the perfect time to capture beautiful family portraits. With longer days, warmer weather (we hope!), and vibrant natural backdrops, it’s a wonderful time to create stunning images that showcase your family’s unique personality and bonds. Here are my tips for capturing perfect family photos this summer...
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CATEGORY: BABIES
10 Essential Tips for Choosing the Perfect Newborn Photographer
Bringing a new baby into the world is a momentous occasion, and capturing those first few weeks through photography is a decision many parents cherish. Choosing the right newborn photographer is crucial not only for ensuring beautiful images but also for guaranteeing a safe and comfortable environment for your new addition. Here are...
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CATEGORIES: NEWS
Welcome to The Pig Sty - our custom-built photo studio
Welcome to the Babies By Jackie Studio!
Located in the historic village of Hemingbrough, the studio was once a pig sty (hence the name!). But don't worry there's only one little piggy there now :-)
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I was chatting to another mum the other day about baby photography and during our conversation it slowly dawned on me that, having only seen the finished beautiful photos of babies on my website and across the Internet, she and many other mums out there had no idea how these images were actually created safely, so I thought a little series of blog posts might be useful. As we know, newborns are very delicate, they have poor muscle control and a strong moro reflex (an involuntary response to feeling unsupported) necessitating great care and patience during a photo session. To View More >>

I have a very natural style with my photography and I love to use natural products wherever possible. Today I have been busy making a very special little something for my newborn photo sessions - fluff! To steal a famous retailer's catchphrase, 'this is not just any fluff ...', this is the first fleece from a very special alpaca. A little while ago, our daughter and I had a little trip out to take an alpaca for a walk with Jacki at Beacon Alpacas. It was a beautiful day and we both really enjoyed meeting these lovely animals. Their fur is incredibly soft, as "it has less scales To View More >>

Andrew and I love shooting weddings - we work really hard to make sure that everything runs smoothly and our bride and groom have a fantastic day and some beautiful photos to remember it by, so it really makes our day when someone tells us we did a good job! This card from Vikki & Nik says it all! 'To Jackie and Andrew We cannot thank you both enough for everything you've done - both on the day and all the visits, extra-long chats and happily letting Murphy climb all over you!! We are over the moon with the photos and LOVE the album. You're awesome. Simple as. We cannot recommend you highly To View More >>