Business Details
11 Years
experience
Award-Winning Tulsa Newborn & Family Photographer
Founded in 2015, Janel Tackett Photography specializes in newborn, maternity, and family photography, driven by a passion for capturing life's most precious moments. With a background in business marketing and a deep understanding of client needs, we prioritize personalized service and artistic excellence. Our approach combines meticulous preparation with a warm, compassionate environment to ensure every session reflects the unique story of your family. We invest in high-quality props, gowns, and backdrops to create timeless images that celebrate milestones from pregnancy through childhood. Our process includes detailed consultations to tailor sessions to your vision, whether in-studio or on-location, while maintaining flexibility for unexpected changes.We pride ourselves on transparency, offering clear pricing and guidance to alleviate the stress often associated with milestone photography. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our evolving portfolio and the trust clients place in us to document their most cherished memories. We understand the emotional significance of these moments and strive to make every experience joyful, memorable, and professionally executed.
Services
Newborn Photography
Maternity Photography
Baby Milestone Sessions
Family Portraits
Cake Smash Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized sessions tailored to your family's unique story.
- Our background in business marketing ensures professional, client-focused service.
- We provide all necessary props, gowns, and backdrops for seamless sessions.
- We guarantee flexibility with scheduling for early or late arrivals.
- Our compassionate approach prioritizes your comfort and emotional needs.
What people say
Best Tulsa newborn photographer
Amazing experiences with clients
Beautiful portraits delivered
Professional and compassionate approach
Flexible scheduling options
Services
Newborn Photography
Specialized photography for infants aged 5-14 days, focusing on natural poses and sleep states. Sessions include prop selection, color coordination, and parent involvement options. Lasting 1-3 hours, we prioritize baby's comfort while creating timeless images that highlight delicate features and familial bonds.
Maternity Photography
Celebratory sessions capturing expectant mothers between 28-34 weeks gestation. Includes gown selection from our client closet and location customization. We specialize in creating elegant, emotive images that honor the beauty of pregnancy while preparing for family expansion.
Cake Smash Sessions
Interactive first birthday photography featuring cake play and candid expressions. Sessions include theme coordination, cleanup assistance, and multiple outfit options. Designed to be fun and stress-free, capturing authentic joy and developmental milestones.
Family Photography
Documenting family dynamics across seasons and milestones. Sessions include individual and group compositions with customizable themes. We focus on natural interactions and heirloom-quality images that preserve family history and relationships.
Baby Milestone Sessions
Photography for infants aged 1-12 months, tracking developmental achievements. Includes prop selection and personalized session planning. We create cohesive narratives of early childhood growth through artistic compositions and color coordination.
People
Janel Tackett
Photographer & Owner
Graduated in Business Marketing (2013), transitioned to photography after personal disappointment with newborn photos. Combines business acumen with artistic vision to create client-centered experiences. Mother of three boys, emphasizing authenticity in family documentation.
Questions
When is the ideal time for newborn photography?
The optimal window is 5-14 days post-birth when babies sleep more and maintain natural poses.
What's included in maternity sessions?
Gown selection, location customization, and 45-minute sessions focused on pregnancy beauty and family preparation.
Do I need to bring props for baby sessions?
No, we provide all necessary props, outfits, and backdrops for milestone photography.
How long do family photography sessions last?
Full sessions last one hour, with mini sessions available for 20-30 minutes.
What happens during a cake smash session?
Includes theme coordination, cake play, cleanup assistance, and multiple outfit options for first birthday celebrations.
How far in advance should sessions be booked?
Newborn sessions require 2-3 months advance booking, with maternity sessions scheduled 6-8 months into pregnancy.
