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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.

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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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It's always a privilege to share in our client's treasured moments, and especially when you get to see them again to capture more of those special memories for them.  We photographed Nikii and Peter's wedding a few years ago, so when I heard they were expecting a sibling for little Daniel, I was super excited for them and delighted to photograph Nikii and her beautiful bump. Daniel was excited too and couldn't wait to tell me all about his new baby brother (and his dumper truck!). Here are some of my favourites from their photo session. I can hear him, mum! I can hear him, mum! To View More >>

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I am delighted to welcome Connie Tu from Created by Connie as today's guest blogger!  Connie is an award winning, ICNHA certified, insured and passionate henna artist with a natural eye for placement and a flair for contemporary fusion designs. Connie provides professional, all natural henna body art services throughout Bradford and West Yorkshire. One of her favourite things is pregnancy henna and belly blessings... Belly / Mother Blessing Celebrations Pregnancy henna, in the way of Belly Henna, is a growing global trend in last decade or so, often as part To View More >>

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Introducing the lovely little Florence (and her best friend for life!). NOTE: This image has been edited. Parents were hands-on at all times. NOTE: This image has been edited. Parents were hands-on at all times. I love this image, but I have to point out that it has been edited in Photoshop to achieve the result. Safety is always paramount in my mind, especially when working with babies and animals. This was an exceptionally placid and well-behaved dog, and mum and dad were hands on with baby and dog at all times. Please do not try to recreate this one at home! To View More >>

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It always amazes me when I get to meet a brand new little person, especially when I have photographed their mummy and her bump beforehand, so it was lovely to finally meet little Ethan. Even only a few days old, he is already developing his own cheeky personality - he was so determined not to miss anything, but with lots of patience even he had to have a little sleep! For more information on how to book your newborn photoshoot with By Jackie, contact us today. To View More >>

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Introducing little Riley... I think this little girl is going to be spoilt rotten by her big brother! And by her lovely mummy and daddy! To View More >>

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