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Family photography on the beach — Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne & the North East

Family, Newborn & Maternity Photographer

Quiet, emotive photography for families who value connection above all else.

Begin your story
The philosophy

Some seasons don't wait. My work is to keep them — softly, honestly, forever.

Yana Balatskaya, photographer in Newcastle upon Tyne

Hello, I'm Yana

Family, maternity & newborn photographer in Newcastle upon Tyne

Before photography became my profession, it was already part of my life. I was always drawn to the quiet moments — the everyday tenderness, the love that often goes unnoticed.

Like many mothers, I spent years behind the camera, preserving memories while rarely stepping into the frame myself.

That perspective shapes everything I do. I photograph families with sensitivity and calm, creating space for mothers to be present, seen, and remembered — not just as they care for others, but as they are.

Sessions

Three seasons, gently kept.

Newborn photography Newcastle
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Newborn

The beginning is quiet. Tender. Fleeting.

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Maternity photography Newcastle
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Maternity

Pregnancy is a moment of pause.

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Family photography Newcastle
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Family

Family sessions are not about perfect smiles or everyone looking at the camera at the same time. They are about the way your child reaches for your hand, the laughter that breaks out without warning, the quiet closeness that lives in between the noise. These sessions are perfect for families who want natural, candid photographs outdoor or at home — across Newcastle Upon Tyne an

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Also photographing intimate weddings, engagements & elopements — just ask.

Selected work

Moments, in passing.

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Portfolio

The work — all of it.

Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — home session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — home session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — home session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — home session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — home session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — home session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — home session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — home session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — home session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — family session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — newborn session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Yana Balatskaya Photography — maternity session, Newcastle
Kind Words

From the families themselves.

★★★★★  5.0 on Google · 23 reviews

“We had the most incredible experience with Yana for our pregnancy photoshoot at the beach! As someone who isn't very comfortable posing or taking professional photos, we were a little nervous, but Yana made us feel completely relaxed from start to finish.”

Violeta Cotoman · Google review

“Yana came to our home to shoot our newborn and it was a great experience for our family! Yana made us feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the shoot! We absolutely love our final pictures and so glad we booked with Yana, she managed to capture the…”

Lace Colley · Google review

“Talented. Creative. Professional. Friendly. Helpful. Family Photoshoot. Yana did a family photoshoot just before Christmas 2025. From first communications Yana made our experience so positive.”

Stuart Wheeler · Google review

“Yana did an absolutely beautiful job of our newborn photos! From the offset, she made my wife and I feel incredibly comfortable, creating a calm and warm environment for the photoshoot.”

Investment

Choose the experience that fits your story.

Calm, natural photography for families who value connection and timeless memories.

Newborn — Short Session£250

• Up to 60 minutes, baby-led, with time for feeds and settling
• A relaxed lifestyle approach focused on connection
• Personal guidance before your session
• 15 carefully edited digital images, more at £5 per image
• Private online gallery delivery

Newborn — Story Session£350

• Up to 2 hours, completely baby-led and unhurried
• Space for natural family moments
• 50+ beautifully edited digital images
• Fine art print set included
• Private online gallery delivery

Maternity — Short Session£250

• Up to 60 minutes, outdoor or in-home
• Calm, natural portraits with a timeless feel
• One location, one outfit
• 25 beautifully edited images, more at £5 per image

Maternity — Extended Session£350

• Up to 120 minutes, outdoor or in-home
• A relaxed pace with greater variety
• One fine art print or a set of 5 printed photographs
• One location, two outfits
• 40+ edited images

The Beginning CollectionMost families choose this£550

• Two sessions, one story — from pregnancy to your baby's first days
• Maternity session, 2 hours, 30 edited images
• Newborn session, 2 hours, baby-led, 50 edited images
• 2 fine art prints from each session or a set of 10 printed photographs
• Personal consultation & outfit guidance

Family Session£150

• Relaxed, unposed session at home or outdoors across Newcastle and the North East
• Natural family moments, gently guided
• A carefully edited gallery, delivered online

Good to know

Fair questions, gentle answers.

What's the best age for newborn photos?

The first six weeks are ideal — sessions are relaxed and baby-led, so we follow your baby's rhythm, with feeds and cuddles whenever needed.

Where do sessions take place?

At your home or outdoors across Newcastle and the North East — wherever your family feels most natural.

What should we wear?

Soft, comfortable clothes in gentle tones. You'll receive a simple style guide when you book — no matching outfits required.

How do we book?

Just get in touch below and tell me a little about your family and the season you're in. I'll come back to you the same day.

Begin your story

Some seasons don't wait.
Let's keep this one.

Tell me a little about your family and the season you're in — I'll come back to you the same day.

Call or text — 07955 827566
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