Becky & Mike

A conversation with my chiropractor Becky led to the maternity photoshoot today.  Becky knew I was interested in photography and had been doing portrait sessions but had never done a 'maternity photoshoot'.  As luck would have have Becky was (and still is) pregnant with her first child which is due on 31st January.  She kindly offered to model for me, an offer I couldn't refuse !  A date was swiftly arranged.

Everything was set up and ready to go, I wanted to ensure that Becky, and her husband Mike were both comfortable with my ideas and suggestions, thankfully they were happy and the photoshoot began.  I opted for the 'black' low key background first as this was very flattering and I have to say was pleased with the results I was seeing on my camera LCD screen ! 


I decided to also do some images on the 'white' hi-key background and again the results were great.  Things were just so happy and relaxed I really don't know where the time went ! It was such a pleasure to photograph this gorgeous couple, after a little persuasion we even managed to get Mike to remove his shirt !

A really great day and the icing on the cake was just before they left I downloaded the shots and gave then a 'quick' look ....the smiles on their faces spoke volumes with Becky saying 'wow we look wonderful thank you so much'.

That's what it's all about, creating memories xx

This is me ......

I have wanted to start a blog for a while now but could never seem to find the time. Working full-time and trying to indulge in my passion for photography, finding the time to do this was a problem until now.  I am not sure if that is a good or bad thing and will let you decide!

So, this blog is about me and my quest to become a better photographer and share my experiences along the way. 

Photography I feel is quite personal, what one person thinks is a good shot, another person may disagree with.  This is where the name 'Through My Eyes' was born, it's my photography as I see it.

Thank you to my lovely family and friends for supporting me, I know I drive you all mad asking you to continuosly model for me !  I would like to thank some photographer friends whose work, advice and encouragement continues to inspire me, Jo, Graham, Helen, Richard and David (who kindly took my profile picture).

People change, photographs don't, so go on, create some memories today.

Jackie xx