Specialist family photographer in Dukinfield. Cara Jane captures relaxed, timeless studio portraits that celebrate family bonds — from maternity to newborns and children, with a calm, welcoming approach.
If you’re looking for a family photographer in Dukinfield who truly understands how to capture the small, meaningful moments that become treasured memories, Cara Jane is the specialist to choose. As a mother of two, Cara brings warmth, patience and a personal understanding of family life to every session. Her aim is always the same: to create timeless, natural images you’ll be proud to display at home. Cara’s studio-based approach is designed to put families at ease. Working from a cosy private studio serving Dukinfield and the wider Tameside area, she has crafted a calm, welcoming environment — complete with a playroom for older children — so parents can relax while Cara concentrates on capturing genuine smiles, quiet connections and confident individual portraits. The studio’s simple, clean style and careful use of colour keep the focus on your family’s expressions and relationships rather than elaborate props or fussy backdrops. Specialising in family and maternity photography, Cara balances posed portraiture with a relaxed, natural direction that helps even camera-shy children feel comfortable. Whether you want classic family group shots, intimate parent-and-baby moments, or contemporary portraits of older children, her sessions are tailored to your family’s personality. Newborn and baby sessions are also part of her expertise — handled with sensitivity and a patient, gentle pace that respects little ones’ rhythms and encourages sleepy, posed moments as well as candid family interactions. Cara’s process is friendly and straightforward: an initial conversation to understand what you want, a relaxed studio session where she guides but never rushes, and thoughtfully edited images that reflect the warmth and character of your family. She provides a selection of gowns and simple styling options for maternity clients, and uses tasteful props and outfits for baby and sitter sessions when needed — always prioritising comfort and natural-looking results. Choosing Photography by Cara Jane means choosing a specialist who values connection, calm and authenticity. If you want family photos that feel effortless, warm and timeless — photographed by someone who treats your family like her own — get in touch to discuss your session in Dukinfield and Tameside. Cara will be delighted to help you plan a relaxed experience and create images you’ll cherish for years to come.
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30 minute shoot with 2 outfits. Full use of gowns and props. Includes 3 edited digital images.
30 minute fashion shoot with 2 outfits and use of props. Includes 4 edited digital images.
30 minute shoot suitable for up to 6 people with choice of background colour. Includes 4 edited digital images.
30 minute shoot with full use of props, outfits and accessories. Includes 4 edited digital images.
1 hour fashion shoot with up to 4 outfits and use of props. Includes 8 edited digital images with matching 7x5 prints.
1 hour shoot with up to 4 outfits. Full use of gowns and props. Partner and/or children welcome. Includes 6 edited digital images.
1 hour shoot with full use of props, outfits and accessories. Includes 8 edited digital images and matching 7x5 prints. £30 wall art credit.
1 hour shoot suitable for up to 6 people with background choice and up to 3 outfits. Includes 8 edited digital images and matching 7x5 prints. £30 wall art credit.
1 hour fashion shoot with up to 4 outfits and use of props. Includes 12 edited digital images and £50 wall art credit.
1 hour shoot with up to 4 outfits. Full use of gowns and props. Partner and/or children welcome. Includes 10 edited digital images with matching 7x5 prints. £50 off your newborn session.
1 hour shoot with 2 set ups, professional cake or fruit, helium balloons and full use of outfits and props. Includes 5 edited digital images.
Shoot lasting up to 3 hours with full posing flow including family/sibling images. Full use of props, outfits and accessories. 6 edited digital images.
1 hour shoot with full use of props, outfits and accessories. Includes 12 edited digital images and matching prints. £50 wall art credit.
1 hour shoot suitable for up to 6 people with background choice and up to 3 outfits. Includes 12 edited digital images, matching prints and £50 wall art credit.
1 hour shoot with 2 set ups, cake/fruit and props. Includes 10 edited digital images with matching 7x5 prints and £30 wall art credit.
Shoot up to 3 hours with full posing flow, props and family images. 12 edited digital images with matching 7x5 prints and two 10x8 prints. £30 off sitter session.
1 hour shoot with 2 set ups, cake/fruit and props. Includes 12 edited digital images, matching prints and £50 wall art credit. £50 off your family session.
Up to 3 hour shoot with full posing flow and family images. 16 edited digital images, matching prints and £50 wall art credit. £50 off sitter session.