Joy Jacob Thomas is a Colchester specialist in maternity photography, crafting natural, emotive outdoor maternity photoshoots. She creates relaxed, timeless portraits that honour your pregnancy journey.
As a specialist in maternity photography based in Colchester, Joy Jacob Thomas approaches every maternity photoshoot with a clear purpose: to freeze time and frame the quiet power of pregnancy. Joy believes a camera is a gentle tool that leads you back to nostalgia — images that make you laugh, cry and remember the feeling of that moment. Her work is rooted in emotion and authenticity, and she brings that sensitivity to every session for expecting mothers. Joy’s style favours natural, outdoor settings within Colchester city limits. By choosing parks and open spaces she creates imagery that feels alive and honest: natural light, subtle movement and uncomplicated compositions that put the connection between mother (and family) center-stage. This outdoor approach allows Joy to capture both intimate, posed portraits and candid moments — the tender touches, the quiet smiles and the spontaneous gestures that tell a genuine pregnancy story. Working with Joy is calm and collaborative. She listens first: your ideas, your comfort level, and the stories you want the photographs to hold. During the session she gives gentle guidance on posing while encouraging natural interaction so the results look and feel like you. Joy’s goal is to create a relaxed atmosphere where expecting mothers can feel confident and present; her steady, empathetic direction helps even those who feel camera-shy to relax and connect. Beyond beautiful images, Joy focuses on creating heirloom photographs that you and your family will return to for years. She carefully frames moments that honour the changing body, the anticipation, and the bond forming long before baby arrives. "Only my best each time & every time," she promises — and she follows that promise through thoughtful composition, patient timing and attention to detail. If you want maternity photos that are emotive, timeless and distinctly yours, Joy Jacob Thomas offers a considered, heart-led approach in Colchester. She aims to help you see more with your heart than the eye, turning this unique chapter into photographs you’ll cherish.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
3‑hour outdoor couple session at a suitable location within city limits. Price fixed at £350.
4‑hour outdoor family session at a suitable location within city limits. Price fixed at £350.
3‑hour outdoor maternity session at a suitable location within city limits. Price fixed at £350.