Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Tulsa Newborn & Family Photographer Since 2015
Since 2015, Janel Tackett Photography has specialized in capturing the fleeting, precious moments of newborns, growing families, and milestones with artistic care. Founded by Janel Tackett after a personal experience with subpar newborn photography, our studio prioritizes personalized service, client trust, and meticulous attention to detail. With a background in business marketing and a passion for storytelling through imagery, we guide families through every step of the photography processfrom pre-session consultations to handcrafted final portraits.Our sessions are designed to be stress-free and luxurious, offering curated props, gowns, and locations tailored to each clients vision. Recognized as Tulsas top newborn and family photographer through multiple awards, we remain committed to delivering timeless, heartfelt imagery that celebrates lifes most meaningful chapters.
Services
Newborn Photography
Maternity Portraits
Baby Milestone Sessions
Family Portraits
Cake Smash Photography
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized newborn and family sessions tailored to your unique story.
- Our studio provides curated props, gowns, and locations for stress-free sessions.
- Recognized as Tulsas top photographer through multiple client-voted awards.
- We prioritize client comfort with pre-session consultations and flexible scheduling.
- Our timeless portraits are hand-edited to reflect your familys authentic moments.
What people say
Artistic talent
Personalized sessions
Cherished memories
Professional and caring
Beautiful portraits
Services
Newborn Photography
Specializing in newborn photography since 2015, we capture delicate details like tiny fingers and sleepy poses using safe, artistic techniques. Sessions occur within the first two weeks of birth, with props and outfits provided. Our process includes a pre-session consultation to customize themes and colors, ensuring timeless images that reflect your babys unique personality.
Maternity Portraits
Maternity sessions celebrate the beauty of pregnancy with elegant gowns and locations chosen to match your vision. Ideal between 28-34 weeks, these sessions focus on creating soft, glowing imagery of your growing bump. Clients receive digital images and guidance on outfit selection to ensure a cohesive, memorable portrait collection.
Family Portraits
Document your familys journey with sessions designed to capture connections between children, parents, and siblings. Offered in spring, fall, or Christmas themes, these sessions include individual and group portraits. Mini sessions provide a streamlined option for quick, affordable updates to your familys visual story.
Cake Smash Session
Celebrate your childs first birthday with a playful cake smash session. We provide themed setups, props, and cleanup, focusing on candid laughter and messy joy. The session includes a mini photo session beforehand, ensuring a mix of posed and spontaneous images to commemorate this milestone.
Baby Milestone Sessions
Capture your babys growth from sitting up to first birthdays. These sessions highlight developmental milestones with curated props and outfits. Ideal for documenting progress between newborn and toddler stages, they offer a narrative of your childs early life through artistic, high-quality imagery.
People
Janel Tackett
Photographer
Janel Tackett, a Tulsa-based photographer since 2015, combines business expertise with a passion for family storytelling. After a disappointing newborn photography experience, she dedicated herself to mastering safe, artistic techniques. Her work has earned multiple local awards, and she balances her studio with raising three sons and co-managing two family businesses.
Philip Tackett
Husband
Philip Tackett supports Janels creative vision, playing a pivotal role in launching her photography career. As a father of three, he shares in the studios mission to capture authentic family moments. His encouragement and partnership extend beyond family life into co-owning two additional small businesses with Janel.
Corbin Tackett
Son
Corbin Tackett, the eldest son, inspired Janels photography journey after a poor newborn session experience. Now eight, he enjoys outdoor adventures and being a playful big brother. His personality shines in the studios sample imagery, reflecting the genuine, joyful moments the business aims to capture for clients.
Lincoln Tackett
Son
Lincoln Tackett, the middle child, is known for his affectionate nature and love of sports. Born at 36 weeks, his early arrival highlighted the importance of flexibility in newborn photography. His calm demeanor and bond with Philip often influence the studios approach to capturing sibling interactions.
Owen Tackett
Son
Owen Tackett, the youngest, is described as a miracle and family joy. His bright blue eyes and playful spirit embody the spontaneity celebrated in the studios work. As the baby of the family, he inspires sessions that prioritize capturing a childs natural personality and energy.
Questions
When is the best time for a newborn photography session?
Newborn sessions are ideal between 5-14 days old when babies sleep more and curl naturally. Book 2-3 months in advance to secure your spot.
What should I bring to my newborn session?
We provide all props, outfits, and accessories. Bring only your baby, milk, and a pacifier. We handle the rest to ensure a stress-free experience.
Do you offer maternity photography?
Yes! Maternity sessions are best between 28-34 weeks. We offer a client closet with gowns and customize locations to match your vision.
How long do family photography sessions last?
Full family sessions last 1 hour; mini sessions are 20-30 minutes. We schedule sessions before sunset for optimal lighting, especially with young children.
What is a cake smash session?
A cake smash session celebrates first birthdays with playful, messy photos. Includes a mini session beforehand and themed setups. We handle cleanup and provide props for a fun, memorable experience.
How are images delivered after the session?
Digital images are delivered via download link 2-3 weeks post-session. We offer print releases, flash drives (at extra cost), and guidance on selecting wall art or albums.
