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jodiedonovanphotography@gmail.com

Kent based newborn baby, family and wedding photographer

"Jodie is an absolute credit to her business and is so professional and highly skilled in newborn photography. She created a beautiful collection of photos for our first born son that we will cherish forever"

all our guests have commented how perfect the photos are

Archie’s newborn photoshoot at home in Kent

Archie’s newborn photoshoot at home in Kent

One final one to share from Archie’s gallery… how could I not! Would you just look at the way his big fur bro looks at him! Forever encouraging doggy family members to be in those images! 🐶 #furbrother #babyarchie #kentnewbornphotographer #kentbabyphotographer #mobilephotographerkent #backlitphotography #modernfamilyportraits #familyphotographykent #mumstobeinkent #dadstobeinkent #kentmums #kentmumcircle #ashfordfamilyphotographer #sillohette

THE cutest, most gorgeous family Christmas photoshoot!

THE cutest, most gorgeous family Christmas photoshoot!

I love it when there’s ‘in jokes’, ideas and authentic play involved in your sessions. That’s what makes every shoot so individual and also why I could never possibly ever get bored of doing this! Happy Christmas Eve.. Eve guys!! #christmasinkent #kentchristmasphotoshoots #kentfamilyphotographer #familyphotographerkent #kentphotographer #ashfordfamilyphotographer #christmasstyling #canterburyfamilyphotographer #hythefamilyphotographer #familyphotographerhythe #tenterdenphotog

Christmas photoshoot magic!

Christmas photoshoot magic!

You are magic baby girl #christmasmagic #youaremagic #kentchristmas #christmasphotography #christmasphotographykent #christmasphotoshootinkent #ashfordchristmasphotoshoot #ashfordfamilyphotographer #kentfamilyphotographer #kentchristmasphotoshoots #kentchristmasphotoshoot #familychristmasphotographykent #achristmaspostcard #familychristmasphoto

Ashford based Photographer on Christmas photoshoots

Ashford based Photographer on Christmas photoshoots

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…. My feed is absolutely full of all your Christmas session photos and every single time I see one, it makes me so happy!! And now that my Christmas sessions are all wrapped up, I just want to say again how incredibly grateful I am to everyone who came, supported my little business and made all the hard work so worth while Your feed may go a little bit crazy over the next few days as I post a few more of these… although 70 posts from

A Christmas photoshoot in Kent

A Christmas photoshoot in Kent

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…. My feed is absolutely full of all your Christmas session photos and every single time I see one, it makes me so happy!! And now that my Christmas sessions are all wrapped up, I just want to say again how incredibly grateful I am to everyone who came, supported my little business and made all the hard work so worth while Your feed may go a little bit crazy over the next few days as I post a few more of these… although 70 posts from

Little Miss Anna's yearly photographs

Little Miss Anna's yearly photographs

This little girly was one of the first children I even photographed when I was starting out and building my portfolio and I feel so honoured to have been asked to photograph her again every year since! To say this girl is surrounded by so much love and warmth is a complete understatement. I love this family so much! #kentfamilyphotographer #ashfordfamilyphotographer #canterburyfamilyphotographer #ashfordphotographer #familyphotographer #familyphotography #shooteditchatrepeat

A beautiful family photoshoot!

A beautiful family photoshoot!

I posted earlier about how much of a compliment it has been to photograph so many other photographers this year and being booked by Sarah was such an honour! Sarah is also going to be second shooting for me at a wedding next weekend and I’m sure you’ll see and hear much more from us together as a team! Check out her work over at @sarah_may_photography and @sarahmayweddings_ Here is her beautiful family who paid me a visit during these summertime mini sessions and her girls we

Family photography with The Duddigan’s in Ashford, Kent

Family photography with The Duddigan’s in Ashford, Kent

The Duddigan’s 💖💙 As I’m sat here editing away at Lucas cake smash to celebrate him turning one, I looked back at this gorgeous families summer family shoot and I can’t believe how much he’s changed! They’ve been one of my most regular clients this bunch over the past couple of years and I’m so pleased we’ve managed to capture such precious milestones for them ❤️ #kentfamilyphotographer #familyphotography #capturingparenthood #capturingmilestones #connectionsandlove #ashfor

Family photography in Ashford, Kent

Family photography in Ashford, Kent

Bringing some warmth and sunshine to your dreary October Friday. That summertime sunshine at the right time of day, gives off the most perfect light and I miss it so much this time of year! #kentfamily #kentfamilyphotographer #kentfamilyphotography #ashfordfamilyphotographer #ashfordphotographer #canterburyphotographer #canterburyfamilyphotographer #hamstreetphotographer #outdoorfamilyphotography #shooteditchatrepeat #summertimeminisessions

Bringing some warmth to your screen

Bringing some warmth to your screen

Before we are in the depths of winter, I need to catch up and share some of my summertime mini sessions to the grid. And when I say some, there are quite a few, so prepare yourself from some scheduled summertime throwbacks over the next few days… ahh I loved these sessions so much! Same again next year? Go on then! Just look at all these happy little faces 😍 Family photography in Kent #kentfamilyphotographer #summertimeminisessions #ashfordfamilyphotographer #catchingupwitht

Summertime mini sessions

Summertime mini sessions

Before we are in the depths of winter, I need to catch up and share some of my summertime mini sessions to the grid. And when I say some, there are quite a few, so prepare yourself from some scheduled summertime throwbacks over the next few days… ahh I loved these sessions so much! Same again next year? Go on then! Just look at all these happy little faces 😍 #kentfamilyphotographer #summertimeminisessions #ashfordfamilyphotographer #catchingupwiththegram #timetoposttothegrid

My summertime mini sessions!

My summertime mini sessions!

Before we are in the depths of winter, I need to catch up and share some of my summertime mini sessions to the grid. And when I say some, there are quite a few, so prepare yourself from some scheduled summertime throwbacks over the next few days… ahh I loved these sessions so much! Same again next year? Go on then! Just look at all these happy little faces 😍 #kentfamilyphotographer #summertimeminisessions #ashfordfamilyphotographer #catchingupwiththegram #timetoposttothegrid

George and Jack- Best friends since birth!

George and Jack- Best friends since birth!

Brotherly Love #kentnewbornphotographer #kentbabyphotographer #georgethomasgardner #jackmichaelgardner #brotherlylove #preciousmoments #ashfordnewbornphotographer #ashfordbabyphotographer #ashfordfamilyphotographer #canterburynewbornphotographer #canterburybabyphotographer #tenterdennewbornphotographer #tenterdenbabyphotographer #mobilenewbornphotographer #mobilenewbornphotography #kentmobilenewbornpgotographer

A family photoshoot at Kearney Abbey, Dover

A family photoshoot at Kearney Abbey, Dover

The Ashenden’s I’ve officially lost count now as to how many shoots I’ve done for this lovely family! It all started with a surprise Christmas shoot the first year I did them and I’ve seen them again every year since! These boys lovely nanny (Granny pants ) @karenashers has booked me for both her children’s families so regularly and this past year alone I’ve done a newborn session, cake smash, Christmas and now family shoot for them too! This family are full of boys and full

A relaxed, natural family photography session at Camber Sands

A relaxed, natural family photography session at Camber Sands

When my clients interact completely naturally, it genuinely makes my heart skip a beat! You just can’t force that magic! As much as I’ll take control of the shoot, make you feel that you’re in the hands of a professional (hopefully), I’ll find the most aesthetically pleasing locations, make sure the light is working its magic and being as flattering as possible for you- I’ll always then just ask you to interact with each other, smile, giggle and just be present in that moment

A family photoshoot on Camber Beach, East Sussex

A family photoshoot on Camber Beach, East Sussex

It’s so often all those ‘in between’ and ‘unplanned’ moments and images turn out to be my favourite… I mean you can’t get much more natural than being totally unaware that I’m snapping away, whilst chatting and moving from one location to the next right? This really was the most perfect evening with the most perfect family at my most favourite shoot location #cambersands #naturalfamilyphotography #inbetweeoments #cambersandsphotography #cambersandsphotographer #familyphotogra

A family photoshoot in Kings woods, Challock, Kent

A family photoshoot in Kings woods, Challock, Kent

I mean, is there a better gift than one that freezes a moment in time, an emotion, a connection and the love between a woman, her children and granddaughter that is going to be cherished for years and years to come? I don’t think so This shoot was booked for Paulettes birthday, and was a great excuse to get the whole family together and to go for a relaxing walk in the beautiful Kent countryside. I feel so honoured to see and capture families and the love and connection betwe

Love, emotion and connections captured beautifully during this family photoshoot near Canterbury.

Love, emotion and connections captured beautifully during this family photoshoot near Canterbury.

I’m really focusing on capturing the love, emotion and authentic connections between my families recently… but when I suggested Lyra could give Mummy a kiss whilst on Daddy’s shoulders, I didn’t quite think through the height difference… however I know it is still one of their favourites and love how she’s still got her bunny tightly in hand! I also need to get better at posting to the grid… I have so much recent work I haven’t even shared yet! (Always only with my clients pe

A family photoshoot in the most relaxed way on a winters morning in Kent

A family photoshoot in the most relaxed way on a winters morning in Kent

I absolutely LOVED this extended family session with @withlovelaurenelle and yet posting images to share with you all today in this glorious sunshine, it’s crazy to think it was only a matter of a few weeks ago! This family have so much love and warmth which is clear to see.. despite a very fresh morning we captured these on! #kentfamilyphotographer #familyphotographykent #familyphotographer #canterburyphotographer #canterburyfamilyphotographer #ashfordphotographer #ashfordfa

An extended family photoshoot near Canterbury

An extended family photoshoot near Canterbury

Sometimes it’s the unplanned moments in life that turn out to be the most magical and I believe that’s the same with photography I’ve found myself recently capturing the more relaxed moments of a shoot that I wouldn’t have previously done- such as when we are simply walking and talking, gathering everyone together and heading towards ‘the spot’ I plan to shoot at next. I’ve found it brings out such a relaxed vibe to an image, so much interest, and can show the dynamics and pe

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