Maternity Photography by Jacki G. Photography| Richmond, VA| VMFA| Family & Newborn Photography

Pregnant women are so beautiful. I love when families choose to document their pregnancy with a maternity photo session. Although Maternity sessions are booked as an add on to their Newborn sessions.  We captured some great images. Kim & Chris will be welcoming a sweet little girl into the world soon!  Little Ari is so excited to become the BIG SISTER! 

Want to book a maternity session? I’m based out of Richmond, VA  and maternity sessions begin at $200. contact me jacki@jackigphotography.com for more info and booking!

Zoe 8 days new| Jacki G. Photography| Richmond,VA | Family & Newborn Photographer

Meet 8 day old Zoe:

Oh my….I know I say this all the time but seriously baby girl Zoe is just the prettiest baby girl!!  She has given me a bad case of baby fever, haha.  She just the sweetest little gal too, I could have snuggled with this cutie pie all day long.   She has the most gorgeous head of curly hair hair and the biggest most beautiful set of brown eyes I’ve ever seen on a newborn.  Zoe was very happy to keep those eyes open for most of the session.  Yep, she definitely knew something was up and she didn’t want to miss one single thing.  I love when newborns have such wonderful eye contact.  It’s rare to get a picture of them looking directly at me but with my paparazzi like skills (hehe) I’m able to wait for that perfect opportunity to get that most sought after picture.  It took a LOT of sweet talking to get Miss Zoe to fall asleep but once she did I was able to capture some very beautiful pictures of her.  

Congratulations to this new family of 3!

Arjun 3 wks old. | Jacki G. Photography| Family & Newborn Photography| Richmond, VA

Meet 22 day old Arjun:

Introducing the teeny tiny sweet-as-can-be Mr. Arjun.  He was 22 days old the day of his session and he just rocked it!  That was the day of the big snow storm.  He has such a wonderful little personality and he even shared a few really adorable big smiles with me.  His smiles where so big at time, I’m pretty sure I heard him laughing.  I wonder what he was dreaming about….or maybe he was just laughing at me, haha!

He already has such a fun personality.  He really LOVED being wrapped up.  I’m so glad that the weather finally held out long enough for us to get Arjuns' session done – it’s been so cold and snowy.  We received 17" of snow that day. I'm glad i was able to photograph this sweet boy before the snow really hit.   Pretty soon this sweet little boy will be running around outside all day long and his family will soon be missing the newborn stage.  They will forever have wonderful memories to forever remember this fleeting age always and I’m so happy that I was able to capture so many beautiful pictures of Arjun for his family.  The newborn age only happens once and I’m always so honored when families have chosen me to capture this precious time for them.

Many congratulations to this wonderful new family:

Conner 8 days new | Jacki G. Photography| Family & Newborn Photographer| Richmond, VA

Meet 8 day old Conner:

Conner was a great model during his session.  He did such an amazing job, I was able to capture so many wonderful memories for his family to treasure of him as a newborn forever.  Newborn photography is definitely one of those lifetime events that only happens once in your life – a time you can never ever get back no matter how much you wish you could freeze it or go back into time to enjoy it all over again.  I can’t say it enough how very priceless newborn photographs truly are.  The newborn stage, although when you’re actually facing sleepless nights can seem to last forever, really and truly only lasts for a very short moment.  Before you know if, your little one is cooing and crawling…..and then heading out the front door for kindergarten.  Giving families memories I’ve been able to capture of their newborn to treasure for a lifetime means so very much to me.  Sadly, it’s something I really don’t have myself so I can speak my emotions from my very heart.  Other than those….well, not so adorable…..newborn photos the hospital took, that’s all the newborn photographs I have of my “babies”.  Newborn photography wasn’t that popular when my oldest were born or even when my youngest was born only 8 years ago.  What I wouldn’t give to have just one very nice image of my children as newborns to hang onto and remember all those tiny little details that are so quickly forgotten.  Being able to give new parents galleries filled with many pictures of their newborns that features all those sweet little details that bring them back to the moment when they first meet their tiny little baby is such a wonderful feeling for me.  I’m forever grateful to each and every one of my clients that have entrusted in me to capture these moments for them and their families to treasure for many of years.

Many congratulations to this new family of 3!!

Maternity session at Meadow farm| Jacki G. Photography| Richmond, VA| Family & Newborn Photography

Ahhh! Shari is radiant as a pregnant mama! I photographed her first pregnancy and newborn son about a year and a half ago. I have the pleasure of documenting their family grow with the new addition to arrive in a few short weeks.   Little Dean was so cute watching the snow fall at Meadow farm.  The snow falling added a little magic to their maternity session yesterday. 

Birth Photography | Jacki G. Photography| Family & Newborn Photographer | Richmond, VA

Birth Photography

I have always had a passion for photography and babies, pregnancy etc.  So i combined my talents and have finally found my passion.  To be present at a miracle and document this miraculous event is an honor.  I have photographed several births and was in aww.  To present the parents with a story of how their family began is really special.  

Why hire a birth photographer?
The photos from your labor and delivery will serve as a beautiful reminder of one of the most important days of your life. Allowing The Birth Photographer to handle this very important task will not only free up Dad or your other support person to be more available to you during your labor and delivery, but it will also ensure that his or her participation is captured on film. Dad won’t have to worry about taking photos, so he’ll be better able to enjoy the moment right along with you. He can be a more active participant. It’s definitely a day worthy of documenting. 

About birth photography
Birth is very unpredictable, and the lighting is never ideal. These are not portraits. Jacki photographs births in a photo journalistic style and prefers to use black and white images for your slideshow. The black and white images better reflect the mood of the event, and they help to tone down the graphic nature of birth.

Newborn photography session| Richmond, VA| Jacki G. Photography| Family & Newborn Photographer

Adore this dreamy session with Adalynn Snow who is 14 days new. I created a warm and neutral setup plus we added a touch of a snow white theme to go along with her sweet middle name. and the families love of Disney.  This sweet babe even gave us some smiles! Can not wait to share more with her family. 

Currently booking newborn and sitter session in my Richmond, VA  studio.

A year in Review| Jacki G. Photography| Family & Newborn photographer| Richmond, VA

Wow! What an incredible year! THANK YOU to my amazing clients, family and friends for your support this past year. I'm thrilled with how my business has grown & I can not wait to see what 2016 will bring. Your support means the world to me and I am honored that you choose Jacki G. Photography to document your life in pictures.  I have attached some of my favorites from 2015.  As of 2016 I will be offering a mobile app. when you book a regular session.  Yay!! 

A few more. :) 

A few of my favorite maternity sessions. 

Coming soon! | Jacki G. Photography| Richmond, VA| Family & Newborn Photographer

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!  

As 2015 is coming to an end,  i wanted to take a moment to thank each and every one of you for your continuing support of me and my business.  Your support allows me to live  out my dream of being a photographer full time.  I also wanted to inform you of the changes to come in 2016. 

" Pixels are for sharing but Prints are for preserving" 

My prices will be increasing slightly however with the price increase you will be receiving PRINTS as well as internet resolution digital files for sharing on social media.   

Refer a friends and receive 10% off your session expires Feb. 2016.  

Welcome the new additon to the Parkin-Low family| Jacki G. Photography| Family & Newborn Photography| Richmond, VA

This little one. I could have cuddled her all day!   She is just the sweetest, most perfect bundle of girl ever. I was so glad I got to spend a morning with them and capture their new little addition!

Maternity session with the Ritter Family| Jacki G. Photography| VMFA Richmond, VA | Family & Newborn photography

I photographed a beautiful couple about to welcome their first child together in a few short weeks.  The weather was just perfect.  The sun was setting on the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts grounds as the setting of this beautiful maternity location.   I can't wait to meet the little one in Jan.  

Give the gift of Memories | Jacki G. Photography | Richmond, VA | Family & Newborn photographer

Jacki G. Photography is now offering gift certificates for portrait sessions! What a great gift idea for this holiday season. I offer family, children, newborn and maternity portraits.

Welcome to the world Lincoln| Jacki G. Photography| Professional Newborn Photographer

As a professional portrait photographer, my passion is creating beautiful custom imagery that will be treasured by your family for generations.  Lincoln was an older newborn at one month old.  He was awake for a lot of the session but in the end i think we achieved beautiful images his mom loves. 

O'Brien family at Meadow Farm| Jacki G. Photography| Richmond, VA| Family & Newborn Photography

I had such a great time with the O'Brien family at Meadow farm.   We had a rough start with little G. falling but in the end we  got some great smiles from him.  Big sis was so great with him.  The weather was a little chilly. 

Carpenter Family| Short Pump,VA | Family & Newborn Photographer| Jacki G. Photography

We has so much fun with the Carpenter Family.  I have a feeling this family is going to have a hard time choosing their favorites for this year's holiday card!  

Hanging out with cousins| Jacki G. Photography| Baltimore, MD| Newborn & Family Photographer

Cousins are people that are ready made friends, you have laughs with them and remember good times from a young age, you have fights with them but you always know you love each other, they are a better thing than brothers and sisters and friends cause there all pieced together as one.     -- Courtney Cox

Hazel Family portraits| Towson, MD| Jacki G. Photogaphy| Family & Newborn Photographer

We had such a great time with the Hazel family in Baltimore, MD .  I have family in MD, so i love to travel and hang out with my sisters and their babies.  As a bonus i like to  schedule a few photo sessions. .  My nephew Jake was a little shy but he soon warmed up.  While Jake was getting playing I took a few photos of his parents.   

Gratitude Giveaway! | Jacki G. Photography| Richmond, VA Family & Newborn photographer

Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.   ~  William Arthur Ward

Everyday i am Grateful.
Grateful for my life, my health, family, and friends,
photography as my full-time job, .
but i am especially grateful for YOU.

YOU allow me to keep doing what i love:
taking photos and writing this blog.

So i am finally giving the wrapped present away….
to one lucky reader!!!

There is no better time than Thanksgiving to show my appreciation to you all!

The unwrapped present holds a FREE:

ONE 30 MIN.. PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION

(to be redeemed by Summer 2016 in Richmond, VA area)

HOW TO ENTER:
Comment on this post below with your name!

That’s it!!
(a first name initial and middle name initial with a full last name will do.
example: J. Hazel )
You will have from Today to Monday at midnight to comment.

On Monday,

(Cyber Monday!)

a winner will be randomly drawn and will be announced on here!

The Winner of the Gratitude Giveaway is Melissa Brushwood!! 

https://www.facebook.com/jackidoula/videos/10156224292315705/

Thank you,

Jacki G. Photography

One Yr old Portrait Session| Meadow Farm, Richmond, VA| Jacki G. Photography| Family & Newborn photographer

I had the pleasure if getting to meet little Eugene and his family at Meadow farm.  Eugene turned ONE today and was just the sweetest, most observant and adorable 1 yr old.   His Big Sister was so sweet and helpful.   

Dini Family| Sunday park, Midlothian, VA | Jacki G. Photography| Family & Newborn Photography

I was so happy to be able to do a shoot for the fabulous Dini Family. I photographed her older son Adrian as a newborn and look at him now 4 yrs old.  He is a Big Brother and stole the show just a little bit.    I can’t even describe his energy to you other than I’m pretty sure he gets a lot of it from his mama ;). Abby has such an awesome aura about her,  she is caring, an advocate and just an amazing person.  I hope to photograph them again.