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 >>

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 :-)  Relax in our cosy sitting area where you can see your baby and they can see you at all times. Chill out on our super comfortable sofa, while I take care of your little one. You can even have forty winks if you like - you won't be the first! The safety of all my clients is paramount at all times. Hand sanitiser is always to hand, and as you can see I To View More >>

Although older people and those with pre-existing medical conditions (such as diabetes, asthma and heart disease) are more vulnerable to becoming severely ill with COVID-19, the virus can infect people of all ages.  Newborns and pregnant women are always considered at risk and therefore we must collectively protect each other. I want to re-assure all of my clients that I follow good hygiene practice at all times to keep you and your babies safe, but at this time, I would like to take a moment to re-iterate the most important points and a couple of extra measures that I have put in place for 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 >>

In previous posts, I have discussed the safe use of props when photographing newborns. Sometimes, where the baby’s safety cannot otherwise be guaranteed, props must be completely ‘photoshopped’ in afterwards and we use what are known as 'digital props'. This is where the photographer takes a photograph of the prop (or purchases an image) separately from the baby and then the two images are composited together later to create a single photograph.  An example of when this technique is often used is for any image where the baby appears suspended To View More >>