Newborn photography captures the earliest moments of your baby’s life, creating memories that will last a lifetime. 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 for parents to plan for their newborn photoshoot, focusing on safety and comfort. Choose the Right Time The best time for newborn photography is within the first 5-14 days after birth. During this period, babies are typically sleepier and more malleable, To View More >>

As the festive season twinkles on the horizon, we all start to ponder the age-old questions: “What’s the perfect gift for that one person who is really difficult to buy for?” "What do you get the person who seems to have everything?"  Well, I’ve got a delightful solution that’s sure to bring smiles and warm hearts all round – Portrait Experience Gift Certificates! Why Gift Certificates Make Wonderful Gifts Gift certificates are like little envelopes of joy, offering something far more special than just a present – they offer experiences, memories, To View More >>

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 ten essential tips to help you select the perfect photographer for your newborn’s first photoshoot: 1. Start Early The best time to start looking for a newborn photographer is during your pregnancy. Most sought-after photographers book months in advance, so beginning To View More >>

I am delighted to introduce another of our lockdown babies - welcome Logan! Here's a little before and after: Our Collab Baby Photography Service gives new parents during lockdown the chance to capture this special time - their new baby's arrival into the world - at a safe distance! Parents take the photos and I edit them into a beautiful work of art to treasure forever. I have created ane easy-to-follow set of instructional videos and document that will walk you through everything step-by-step, from creating the perfect set up, how to pose your baby, camera settings and how to compose the image. And To View More >>

I am delighted to introduce my first baby client since we went into lockdown! Don't worry, we all stayed home. Little Sophie is the first of my Collab Baby Photography clients, her lovely mum and dad took the photos at home, and then I have edited them to create this beautiful work of art for them.  You don't need anything fancy to produce these photos, just things you have around the house. I have produced a set of easy to follow videos and an instructional document that walk you through, step-by-step, exactly how to set up and pose your baby and how to take the photographs. Here To View More >>

Wow - what a year 2018 has been! Receiving a bronze award in the RISE photography awards, was definitely one of the highlights of my year. A bronze award in my first international competition, judged by some of the most amazing photographers around the world is an incredible achievement.  In October, I received confirmation of my qualification with the Accredited Professional Newborn Photographers International (APNPI). I am the first newborn photographer in England to achieve this international accolade!  Of course, my biggest news of the year was finally finding my perfect To View More >>

I am super excited to announce that I have been featured in the latest issue of Small Talk Magazine: It's great to see such a well-respected main stream publication taking up the cause of safety in newborn baby photography, and I am honoured to be a part of that. You can read the full article online on their website. 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 >>

It's always lovely to return to previous clients and see how their families have grown. A few years back I photographed baby Daniel, this time it was his new baby brother's turn. Here are some of my favourites from John's newborn photoshoot. All images copyright By Jackie Photography To View More >>

Here are a few sneak peeks from Faye & Ben's prewedding shoot at Hazlewood Castle, Yorkshire. Can't wait for the wedding! All images copyright By Jackie Photography To View More >>