Mackney Portraits

Mackney Portraits Boutique Photography Studio specialising in Newborn, Baby, Children & Family Portraits,based in Derby Just you, us, our camera and beautiful lighting.
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Hi, I'm Wendy Mackney and welcome to Mackney photography :)

We're an award winning boutique photography studio based in the beautiful Darley Abbey Mills, Derby. Our team have over a decade of experience in portraiture, and specialise in Pregnancy, Newborns, Babies, Children, Family and Boudoir photography. LOCATION:
There are few better places to draw inspiration from then the scenic Darley Abbey

, with it’s blend of heritage , tranquility and wildlife. Only 5mins from the main City Centre of Derby, Mackney Photography is based in the beautiful English heritage site in their purpose built photography studio. Inspired by our experiences in London and New York – the studio offers the perfect combination of high ceilings for better lighting, picturesque outdoor park locations just seconds away and an abundance of ideas to really capture you and your family. THE EXPERIENCE:
Looking to experience the perfect portrait? At Mackney Photography we believe in creating lasting images for you and your family to treasure forever. The team believe in spending as much time as possible with you to create the perfect image, keeping it natural yet captivating. No artificial backdrops, no cheesy poses and no false smiles. We pride ourselves on making your experience relaxing and enjoyable, resulting in images so beautiful they will make your heart skip a beat. Every session is unique and we aim to ensure that your experience is suited to who you are as a family and we aim to create stunning wall art to be proud of. We use our digital magic to truly add the finishing touches to your session, bringing out your personality through your photos. For more info check our website: www.mackney.com

For a guide to our products and prices:
www.mackney.com/portrait-photography-prices.php

Please note like all photographic artists we charge according to the experience and quality of our imagery created. This is not a snap shot, we believe in creating lasting memories to be proud of in years to come through our photography. We are affiliated with Pop! Studios (Derby) and BlossomPop (West Bridgford Nottingham)

01/06/2026

With the beautiful surroundings of Darley Abbey right on our doorstep, summer is a wonderful time to consider an outdoor family portrait session.

The same care, attention and portrait expertise you expect from Mackney Photography, combined with natural outdoor setting that allows families to relax and enjoy time together.

Whether you’re looking to update your family portraits or create something special for your walls, we’d love to help.

Send us a message with the word OUTDOOR and we’ll send you all the details.

- Mackney Photography

Handsome little Cooper 💛✨At 7 months old, this charming little man joined us in the studio after being entered into our ...
01/06/2026

Handsome little Cooper 💛✨

At 7 months old, this charming little man joined us in the studio after being entered into our Baby of the Year 2026 competition... and with that winning smile, we think he’s going to steal a few hearts!

With big sister Macey by his side, cheering him on, the session became even more special. It was so lovely to capture them together and see their growing bond already shining through, full of love, laughter and those sweet sibling moments 🤍

📸 If you’d love to enter your little one into our Baby of the Year 2026 competition, get in touch to book your session today. DM us or call 01332 650 076

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Richard 🐾💛We absolutely loved welcoming you and gorgeous Cocoa into the stu...
30/05/2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Richard 🐾💛

We absolutely loved welcoming you and gorgeous Cocoa into the studio and we’re so pleased to hear you both enjoyed the experience. It means so much to know you felt comfortable and relaxed throughout the session, especially as stepping in front of the camera isn’t always everyone’s favourite thing 😊

We truly believe photoshoots should be enjoyable, personal and pressure free, so hearing this feedback means the world to us. Thank you again for trusting us to capture these special memories with your furry best friend ✨

Little Isla 💛✨Entered into our Baby of the Year competition by her adoring parents, Isla was an absolute joy to have in ...
29/05/2026

Little Isla 💛✨
Entered into our Baby of the Year competition by her adoring parents, Isla was an absolute joy to have in the studio. From pretty in pink to springtime yellow, she rocked every outfit change and we loved them both! Such a little natural in front of the camera 🌸

Alongside her individual portraits, we also captured some beautiful moments with mum and dad, those all important family portraits that mean so much and will be treasured for years to come.

We’ve no doubt Isla will receive lots of votes when the competition goes live in December… but for now, this lovely family has a collection of stunning portraits ready to be proudly displayed in their home for a lifetime ✨

📸 If you’d love to enter your little one into our Baby of the Year competition, get in touch to book your session today. DM or call us on 01332 650 076

Some of the most meaningful things in our homes are the things that tell our story. The photographs that make us smile w...
28/05/2026

Some of the most meaningful things in our homes are the things that tell our story.

The photographs that make us smile when we walk past.
The moments our children grow up seeing on the walls every day.
The reminders of a season of life we never want to forget.

Your family portraits deserve more than a screen.

They deserve to be framed, displayed and treasured… becoming part of your home and family legacy for years to come.

At Mackney Photography we create portraits designed not just to be photographed but to be lived with.

If you’ve been thinking about creating something special for your walls, we’d love to help.

Send us a message to start planning your session.

- Mackney Photography

A round of applause for this dynamic duo… Luna & Milo 🐾✨This pair brought so much fun into the studio, from sitting pret...
28/05/2026

A round of applause for this dynamic duo… Luna & Milo 🐾✨

This pair brought so much fun into the studio, from sitting pretty in a suitcase, posing on chairs and boxes, to giving paw like true pros… honestly, they did it all! Such clever pups with bundles of personality, making this session an absolute joy from start to finish 💛

We loved capturing their unique characters in a variety of setups, creating a beautiful collection of portraits for their dog mum Rachel, and we’re so happy she was over the moon with the results!

📸 If you’d love to capture your pets’ personalities in stunning portraits, get in touch to book your photoshoot today. https://ow.ly/xV2350Z11Ef

27/05/2026

“Your camera takes great photos…”
Really!!😅

It’s never just about the camera, it’s about the skill, creativity and care that goes into every portrait. From lighting and positioning to connection and timing, that’s where the magic happens ✨

📩DM us to book your family photoshoot and exper the difference a professional photographer makes.

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💛The Mooney family💛Creating portraits you’re proud to display in your home… that’s what it’s all about 🤍✨It was a pleasu...
27/05/2026

💛The Mooney family💛
Creating portraits you’re proud to display in your home… that’s what it’s all about 🤍✨

It was a pleasure to welcome Gareth, Ranchanaa and their adorable son Austin into the studio for their family photoshoot. Beautifully coordinated in whites and soft beige tones, their outfits tied together perfectly and gave the portraits such a timeless, elegant feel.

We captured a lovely variety of images, from natural moments of the three of them together to individual portraits that really showcase their personalities. And little Austin… what a smile! 💛 He brought so much warmth and joy to the session, making it so special.

We’re so happy this wonderful family now has portraits they can proudly hang on their walls and enjoy every single day.

📸 If you’d love to create beautifully styled family portraits for your home, get in touch to book your photoshoot today. https://ow.ly/ZzB350Z11bR

Say hello to the adorable Peggy 🐾✨This beautiful Bichon cross Shih Tzu had us smiling from start to finish. We absolutel...
26/05/2026

Say hello to the adorable Peggy 🐾✨

This beautiful Bichon cross Shih Tzu had us smiling from start to finish. We absolutely love how these portraits have turned out , full of personality, charm and a whole lot of sass!

Peggy brought along some of her favourite toys, which made the session even more personal, but this shot with her little octopus has to be one of our favourites… just look at that attitude 😍

She definitely knows how cute she is, and she’s not wrong!

Such a photogenic little pup and an absolute joy to capture 💛

📸 If you’d love to capture your pet’s personality in beautiful portraits, get in touch to book your photoshoot today. https://ow.ly/3T2G50Z10Zo

Welcome to the world, Jonah 🤍✨Tiny toes, peaceful sleeps and those fleeting early days… Jonah was just the sweetest litt...
25/05/2026

Welcome to the world, Jonah 🤍✨

Tiny toes, peaceful sleeps and those fleeting early days… Jonah was just the sweetest little thing. At this stage, so small and delicate, he could fit perfectly on dad’s forearm as he drifted off to sleep, a moment we absolutely loved capturing 💛

Time moves so quickly, and one day dad will look down at his arm and find it hard to believe Jonah was ever that tiny. But now, with these beautiful portraits, he’ll always have that memory to look back on, and to share with Jonah when he’s all grown up (and maybe even taller than him!) ✨

These are the moments that pass in the blink of an eye, but can be preserved forever.

📸 If you’ve recently welcomed your little one, get in touch to book your newborn photoshoot and capture these precious early days. https://ow.ly/jgXy50Z10TY

Address

The Polishing Shed, North Mill, Darley Abbey Mills, Darley Abbey
Derby
DE221DZ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5:30pm
Sunday 9am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+441332650076

Website

https://members.bipp.com/members/SimonMackney

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