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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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Personalising your newborn portraits - image of a baby in nest

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Personalising your newborn portraits - image of a baby in nest
baby girl with yellow headband snuggled in cream fluff

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baby girl with yellow headband snuggled in cream fluff

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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Baby girl snuggled in cream blanket

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Baby girl snuggled in cream blanket
Black and white image of teen with guitar

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Black and white image of teen with guitar

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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Baby snuggled in fleece wool

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Baby snuggled in fleece wool
Baby nest with autumn leaves

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Baby nest with autumn leaves

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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Family taking photo at the beach

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Family taking photo at the beach
Black and white image of newborn with family's hands

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Black and white image of newborn with family's hands

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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Inside the Babies by Jackie Portrait Studio

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Inside the Babies by Jackie Portrait Studio

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Your Guide to Photography Christmas Gifts

There is a reason why the studio is so busy in the run-up to Christmas: lots of my clients buy artwork and photography experiences for Christmas gifts as they are very personal gifts and cost-effective too!

There are so many options when it comes to buying photography-based gifts - there is something for everyone!

Your Own Images

There is no better time than now to purchase extra prints or wall art from this year's family portrait session for Grandparents, aunts, uncles, godparents or friends.  It’s the most cost-effective way to purchase lots of your Christmas gifts in one go.  Your family will cherish the images and will enjoy them long after the turkey leftovers are finished!

And right now we have a fantastic Seasonal Artwork Offer if you order before the end of November. Message Jackie today to order yours!

Artwork Seasonal Offers

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Artwork Seasonal Offers

Portrait Experience Gift Certificates

More than just a photoshoto, our portrait experiences are a celebration of the people you love!

Family Portrait Experience: For a family reunion celebration, for or more intimate family portraits, our Family Portrait Experience Gift Certificate is perfect for parents and grandparents, siblings and best friends with children!

Family Portraits by Babies By Jackie

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Family Portraits by Babies By Jackie

Newborn Portrait Experience: Are any of your friends and family expecting a baby in 2025? Then a Newborn Portrait Experience Gift Certificate is the one for them! Beautiful photographs of their new baby in those early days and their first family portrait is a gift they will treasure forever!

Newborn Portraits by Babies by Jackie

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Newborn Portraits by Babies by Jackie

Maternity Portrait Experience: Is your partner expecting a baby in 2025? Celebrate the amazing thing they are doing and show them how proud you are with a Maternity Portrait Experience. Gently guiding from styling to posing, Jackie will capture the beauty of their pregnancy.

Maternity Portraits by Babies By Jackie

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Maternity Portraits by Babies By Jackie

Teen Portrait Experience: Brand new for 2025! Jackie will work with your teen/tween to plan and create a selection of creative portraits to capture their personality, hobbies and interests. They will have fun expressing themselves and getting a boost to their self-confidence.

Teen and Tween Portrait Experience by Babies by Jackie

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Teen and Tween Portrait Experience by Babies by Jackie

Photography Day Experience

For the budding photographer in your family, what could be more fun than spending a day one-to-one with a professional photographer refining and learning new techniques to improve their images? If someone you know has a camera on their Christmas list a Photography Day Experience with Jackie is the perfect complimentary gift.

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Here to help!

For more information and prices, download my free Ultimate Photography Christmas Gift Guide here.


Or book an appointment now to visit Jackie at the studio to customise and personalise your gift certificates to suit each individual loved one together over a cup of tea and biscuits (or perhaps a mince pie!).

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