# Picture You Ltd

Picture You Ltd is an Essex-based newborn and cake smash photography studio run by Jo, a photographer with over 10 years of experience capturing families' most precious early moments. Located in Basildon, the business specialises in documenting a baby's first year through relaxed, natural and affordable photography sessions.

Jo works with Essex families to create authentic, unhurried images that genuinely reflect the beauty of newborn life and milestone moments. Rather than staged, overly formal portraits, the studio focuses on candid moments that parents will treasure—sleeping newborns, sibling bonds, family connections and those chaotic, joyful cake smash celebrations as babies turn one.

The portfolio demonstrates a genuine expertise in newborn handling and comfort, with images showcasing sleeping babies in various poses and props, alongside lifestyle shots with parents and siblings. The cake smash sessions capture the uninhibited joy and messy fun of a baby's first birthday celebration.

What sets Picture You Ltd apart is the combination of extensive experience, an approachable philosophy, and genuine affordability. Jo emphasises accessibility for families rather than positioning the service as luxury; the relaxed approach means sessions feel natural rather than stressful, which typically results in better photographs and happier families. The breadth of portfolio images suggests a consistent ability to work with newborns of different temperaments and family dynamics, building trust with parents during these vulnerable early weeks.