New beginnings, beautiful memories.

family & newborn PHOTOGRAPHY

I take great pride in capturing the moments that matter most. Every photo shoot is carefully tailored to your individual needs, with a flexible and relaxed approach to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

Whether you have a clear vision or would like a little guidance, I’m always happy to help create something truly special. With a wide range of props, accessories, and backdrops - and the option to include your own personal items, your images can be styled to suit you perfectly.

Example of new born photography in the Gallery at JK Photography Carlisle Cumbria. Picture of a sleeping infant baby lying on a white textured surface, wearing a light-colored outfit.
A man and woman holding a sleeping newborn baby wrapped in a white blanket, with the man smiling and looking at the baby and the woman looking at the baby affectionately. Photographed at Studio 5 at JK Photography Carlisle.
A sleeping newborn baby lying on a blue pillow, wearing a white knit hat with a gray bow, and blue pants. Photographed at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle, Cumbria.
A sleeping newborn baby dressed in a brown knitted outfit and hat, lying on a woven orange blanket on a rustic wooden slab against a dark background.
A newborn baby sleeping, wearing a fuzzy hat with long, dangling strands, lying on a soft surface. Photographed at Studio 5 at JK Photography Carlisle.
Photographed at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle, Cumbria. A new born baby sleeping in a black bowl surrounded by fluffy cream-colored material
A young family photograph with a man, woman, and a newborn baby. The woman is holding the baby, and the man stands behind her, all smiling at the camera. Photograph by JK Photography, Carlisle, Cumbria.
A pregnant woman sitting on the floor in front of a plain wall, wearing a dark, fluffy garment and smiling at the camera. Photographed at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle, Cumbria.
A sleeping baby dressed in red knit clothing, including a hat and onesie, lying on a soft beige surface. Photographed at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle, Cumbria.
A sleeping baby girl lying on a fluffy cream blanket inside a large wooden heart-shaped frame. Professional photography at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle, Cumbria.
A newborn baby sleeping in a cozy basket with a fuzzy blanket and a knit hat, against a dark background. Professional photography at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle UK
Baby girl sleeping on her side with a pink floral headband and cream-colored outfit. Professional photography at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle, Cumbria.
A newborn baby sleeping, dressed in a teal knit hat with a pom-pom, teal sweater, and matching pants, curled up on a light-colored surface. Professional photography at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle, Cumbria.
Close-up of a smiling baby girl with a pink headband and a small decorative bow, lying on a white surface, wrapped in a light-colored blanket.
A sleeping baby wrapped in a brown blanket, holding a small stuffed animal, lying on a beige surface. Professional photography at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle.
Two new born babies sleeping side by side on a soft surface with their heads touching. Photography at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle, Cumbria.
A brown and white dog sitting next to a sleeping baby wrapped in a beige blanket, on a dark background. Professional photography at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle.
Newborn baby photograph, on a soft blanket in a rustic wooden boat prop, dressed in a knit hat and cosy outfit. Professional photography at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle, Cumbria.
A young girl with blonde hair wearing a black and leopard print dress, is smiling and holding a black bucket with a new born baby wrapped in a beige cloth and surrounded by fluffy white material. Professional photography by JK Photography.
A sleeping newborn baby lying in a wooden bowl on a dark background, dressed in a cream knit outfit with a matching bonnet, resting on a soft, brown, lace-like fabric.
Family Photographer JK Photography Carlisle UK. Pictured a family of four, including a father, mother, and two children, poses together in a photo studio with a dark background.
A sleeping baby lying on a white surface, wearing a white outfit. Photographed at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle, Cumbria.
A baby sitting inside a black bucket, holding onto the edge, with a fuzzy gray blanket draped over the side. The baby has brown hair, blue eyes, and is wearing a light-colored, striped long-sleeve shirt with a collar.
A sleeping newborn baby lying on a soft gray surface, wearing a light-colored outfit. Professional photography at Studio 5 by JK Photography, Carlisle, Cumbria.

Watch them grow.

Capturing the very beginning

Capture your baby’s first year with the signature Watch Them Grow package includes three photoshoots in your baby’s first year. You can choose when to use them - from maternity through to newborn, or at 4, 8, and 12 months. The choice is entirely yours.

This special offer package gives you the perfect opportunity to document those precious first-year milestones. Any pre-booked newborn session is completely flexible, adjusting around you and your baby’s arrival.

A pregnant woman in a beige dress sits next to a man with a beard and tattoos on his arm. They are looking at each other and smiling, with a neutral dark background behind them.
A happy family portrait featuring a bearded man and a smiling woman holding a newborn baby against a plain dark background.
A sleeping toddler lying on a bed, hugging a small white stuffed animal.

Your story in a single frame.

collection of beautiful pictures

If choosing just one image feels impossible, a Photographic Montage is the perfect solution. Your favourite photos are carefully combined into one beautifully finished piece, capturing the fun, personality, and emotions of the day and bringing different family members together in a single frame.

I’m always happy to help you select images and explore layout options to create a montage that’s perfectly suited to your home.

Nine photos of a sleeping baby girl with a white headband, dressed in floral and white outfits, in various poses, with a soft neutral background and some greenery in one photo. Family Photographer JK Photography Carlisle UK.
Two young boys sitting with their newborn sibling in a photography studio in Carlisle Cumbria. Photographed by JK Photography Carlisle in Studio 5.
Collection of baby photos with various poses, some with props, in different outfits, and backgrounds. Family Photographer JK Photography Carlisle UK.
A collage of five family photos featuring a young boy, a newborn, and parents. The main image shows the boy with a smiling face, holding a sleeping baby in a bucket. Family Photographer JK Photography Carlisle UK.
Collection of portraits of a sleeping baby girl in various poses, wearing a purple outfit and a white headband with a flower, on different textured backdrops and surfaces. The best Family Photographer is JK Photography Carlisle, Cumbria UK.
Family Photographer JK Photography Carlisle UK. A large brown dog with black markings sits next to a basket of a sleeping new born baby wrapped in a pink blanket.
Collage of photos showcasing a family with newborn babies, including parents holding and posing with their babies, and individual shots of the infants sleeping and wrapped in blankets. Family and Children's Photographer JK Photography Carlisle UK
Family Photographer JK Photography Carlisle UK. Four photos of a new born baby girl with pink headband and beige outfit, with family in two pictures and sleeping in two pictures.
Family portrait Photographer JK Photography Carlisle, Cumbria UK. A collage of nine photos of a young girl with two new born siblings, all posed on neutral backgrounds.
Family Photographer JK Photography taken a image of family of four with a father, mother, and two young children, one baby and one toddler, all smiling and lying on a white background.
Montage of nine photos featuring a family with a newborn. Taken by Portrait Photographer JK Photography specialising in New born Photography and Family Photographer, Carlisle.
Black and white photos of new borns, parents, and family members photographed by JK Photographers in Carlisle.
Montage images selections for sale at JK Photographers Carlisle. Photos of a newborn baby at Studio 5 New born Photographer.
Collage of photos featuring a birthday celebration with a young girl wearing a pink tutu, a birthday crown, and pink face paint, surrounded by pastel-colored balloons and a small cake. Portrait Photographer by JK Photography.
A collage of nine baby photos arranged in a 3x3 grid, with some photos featuring children as infants, and others as toddlers, with props such as a teddy bear, a cake, a bathtub, a fishbowl, and costumes. The middle row has a sign saying "One" indicat
Collage of nine photos of a newborn baby girl with a light green bow headband and floral pajamas. Family Photographer JK Photography Carlisle UK.
Montage of images framed and a range of Portrait Photography by JK Photography. Family with newborns, including parents with a pregnant woman, newborn siblings, and the babies sleeping in various positions and settings.

Creative themed photography.

LET YOUR Imagination Come to Life

As well as classic White Studio photoshoots, I offer a wide range of Themed Sessions and Creative Backdrops. If you have a particular theme or idea in mind, please don’t hesitate to get in touch - I will always do my best to bring your vision to life.

I love working closely with my clients to design a photo shoot that feels personal and perfectly suited to you. Have questions? You’ll find lots of helpful information about JK Photography in our Frequently Asked Questions.

FAQ's
A family of four lying on the ground, smiling at the camera. The mother has brown hair in a bun, tattoos on her shoulder, and is wearing an olive green tank top. The father has a beard and is wearing a dark green t-shirt. The two children, a boy and
Black and white photo of a happy family with three children, a woman, and a man, all smiling and posing closely together.
Group of five young children, three boys and two girls, sitting together against a white background, smiling for the camera.
Baby girl in a cream dress and headband celebrating first birthday sitting on a white floor with a large illuminated 'One' sign, a birthday cake with one candle, white balloons, a basket of white flowers, and a cream banner in the background.
A baby sitting on the floor with two balloons, a heart-shaped balloon and a number one-shaped balloon, for a first birthday celebration.
A smiling baby sitting in a small white bathtub with a gold balloon shaped like a heart floating above. The baby is next to a large white decorative sign that spells 'One'.
Baby girl celebrating her first birthday sitting next to a cake with colorful balloons in the background, wearing a birthday crown and a pink dress.
A toddler celebrating his first birthday with a cake in a decorated party room. The background features a 'Happy Birthday' banner, balloons, and a large number one. The toddler is wearing a light blue outfit and a birthday hat, holding a piece of cak

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Photo shoots are typically arranged to take place at Studio 5, based in Carlisle. However, I am also happy to arrange location shoots if this is preferred. Let me know if you have any special requirements when making your appointment.

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  • Delighted Clients

    ★★★★★

    “Over the moon with our photos of our beautiful boy from our newborn shoot. Would highly recommend JK photography and I will look forward to getting more shots of the boys in the future. Thank you x”

    — Kirsty D

  • Delighted Clients

    ★★★★★

    “Absolutely amazing would recommend to anyone I felt so comfortable with the baby was no rush when baby needed feeding was so kind and professional and the photos have came out beautiful.”

    — Montana S

  • Delighted Clients

    ★★★★★

    ”Jo made both of our shoots an experience. She is knowledgable and patient. She has a super range of outfits and props. Delighted with our finished photos and quick turn around of printed images.”

    — Hannah W

  • Delighted Clients

    ★★★★★

    “Had a newborn shoot with Joanne and loved it!, Absolutely lovely experience, so calm and she was amazing with my 3 week old baby! The pictures came out beautiful, Will definitely be back!"

    — Chelsea H

  • Delighted Clients

    ★★★★★

    “Jo is a wonderful photographer. She is friendly and knows how to get brilliant photos. My son relaxed immediately with Jo as she made it so fun. We have been lucky to have her take photos twice now.”

    — Julie S

  • Delighted Clients

    ★★★★★

    “Joanne was absolutely amazing with our baby girl Victoria and the experience from beginning to end has been relaxing and not stressful. We booked the grow with me package and we already can’t wait for our other two photoshoots. The images captured are absolutely beautiful cannot recommend enough”

    — Abi K

  • Delighted Clients

    ★★★★★

    “Had both my daughters newborn photo shoots done here and the photos came out or perfect both times, Joanne was so welcoming to us and patient with my girls, would really recommend”

    — Beth R

  • Delighted Clients

    ★★★★★

    “We had such a lovely experience doing our newborn photoshoot with Joanne. As first time parents we really appreciate how comfortable we were made to feel as she really understands how babies can be sometimes. Everyone loves the photos! Highly recommend!”

    — Margaret D

  • Delighted Clients

    ★★★★★

    “Fantastic photoshoot. Joanne was extremely welcoming throughout the entire process and was very flexible and accommodating to ensure the best possible photos. We did the family photoshoot and she managed to capture both our 5 year old and newborn beautifully.”

    — Caitlin M

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