Little Alexander was an absolute darling at his first photo-shoot with me, and I think he really liked his little elephant (hand-made by my mum!). Here are some of my favourite images from his newborn photosession. To View More >>

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 >>

Little Florence gave me a bit of a run around at her first photo shoot - she did not want to sleep - but with a little patience we got there in the end, and it was definitely worth the wait! :-) Here are some of my most favourite images from Florence's newborn photo session.  I am not tired! I am not tired! The love for your first grand-daughter The love for your first grand-daughter Couldn't resist a little reference to Florence and the Machine! Couldn't resist a little reference to Florence and the Machine! 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 >>