How long should is the maternity photoshoot?

Once you arrive, you will spend about an hour in hair & makeup. This is my favorite part, getting to know you and enjoying a little girl talk. You can sip on a tea or coffee, nibble a scone and enjoy a moment of indulgence. 

Then we select dresses and outfits to begin our session. You’ll have a moment to try things on and I’ll give you my guidance to ensure we get a good amount of variety. I have a wardrobe full of long and flowing maternity dresses, a handful of beautiful sheer dresses to highlight your beautiful baby bump and a few pieces that are “wow” statement dresses.

We will then shoot for about 60-90 minutes. I take my time guiding you through poses, tell you where to place your hands, and show you how to move. You’ll never wonder what you’re supposed to do!

You should plan to spend about two and a half hours with me, enjoying a morning of pure pampering.

I’m not comfortable in front of the camera.

This is true of nearly every woman I photograph! But you’re in good hands. My nurturing approach aims to alleviate any reservations you have about being in front of the camera. I will instruct and guide you into every pose, molding you into precisely the post that looks best. You will never not know what to do with your hands or where to look. My guidance extends to every detail, from pose direction to creating an environment where you feel comfortable, resulting in natural and captivating portraits.

I’m not sure I feel good enough for a maternity portrait session.

I understand this sentiment having been pregnant three times. Understanding the insecurities that can accompany pregnancy, I empathize with expectant mothers, drawing from my own experiences. But the one thing I’ve never heard is regret in having documented any stage of growing your family. 

My goal is to elevate self-confidence and showcase the innate beauty of this phase. Trusting in my expertise and understanding, you will feel radiant throughout the session.

I will pamper you and, as a result, show you just how beautiful you are despite the day-to-day struggles of carrying a baby. Put your trust in me, that with my experience in posing women and my experience as a mom, I can bring out your best and make you feel like a queen.

How should I plan to use my maternity photos?

Many of my clients choose to hang at least one maternity portrait in the nursery. But some choose  more intimate areas of the home such as the master bathroom, a small nook in the master bedroom, and for those lucky enough to have a grand walk-in closet, the dressing area is a perfect location. 

Rarely opting for large wall art, the most common size I print and frame is an 8x12. These gorgeous portraits are printed in a watercolor texture and feature a torn edge that floats inside the frame. This moment is special, the display should be too.

If you also choose to photograph your newborn photos with me, many of these clients opt for a matching newborn framed print or two in the nursery to sit alongside the maternity portrait. Albums are also tremendously popular.

I also offer glass box prints which feature 10 portraits in a glass box that sits perfectly perched on a coffee table or shelf. Later, you can add more prints from future sessions. These sweet boxes are magical storytellers.

All collections come with the full set of digital image files for safekeeping. Digital files should never be thought of as the end-game. Always keep dreaming of your home will showcase your family’s story.