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Mum guilt… it's that sneaky little gremlin that shows up at the worst possible time - usually right after you’ve done something completely reasonable, like taking five minutes to scroll Instagram while your toddler watches Bluey. It’s like becoming a mum suddenly comes with this invisible backpack of guilt. You carry it everywhere—through the sleepless nights, the school drop-offs, the dinner you forgot to defrost (again). And no matter how much you’re doing (which is a lot by the way), it never quite feels like enough. Well, I am here to tell you, you are MORE than To View More >>

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. 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 >>

What a lovely gift to give your partner... a family portrait photoshoot with Babies By Jackie! And the kids had so much fun too! 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 >>
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