Amanda was a little nervous when she arrived for her bump photoshoot, but as the session progressed and we got to know each other, she really relaxed and actually enjoyed the session, so much that she left me a little review on Facebook:  "Had our maternity shoot with Jackie. Was nervous but Jackie made me feel really at ease and the pictures we received are lovely. Looking forward to newborn shoot once baby arrives. Thank you Jackie" I think you'll agree, she had nothing to worry about - she looks gorgeous! To View More >>

Ever wondered what it's like behind the scenes at a photo shoot? Here are some images from a recent mini-maternity session day at the Step Up Studio in Howden. (please excuse my bottom in these photos!). To View More >>

I am often asked 'How much space do you need for a newborn baby photo shoot?', and 'Do I need to clear a room?'. I can actually manage in quite a small space, around 3mx3m is sufficient (more is obviously nice, but this is quite workable). I know a lot of people can find this quite hard to visualise, so here is an example set up in my front room: Good light is crucial in deciding where we will set up. I like to make use of natural light wherever possible (I do have studio lights if no natural light is available, but these take up a bit more space, so if we can use window light that works 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 >>

Luke was definitely nervous about having his photo taken, but I think he had nothing to worry about. He and Debbie were brilliant at their prewedding shoot, and here are some of the photos to prove it. All images copyright By Jackie Photography To View More >>