Maternity
Stunning portraits to commemorate your pregnancy journey.
We love classic images that capture the essence and exquisite beauty of growing a new life.
Casual or glam, showing skin or perfectly covered, our sessions are styled to suit you and ensure you have a fabulous and memorable experience.
Our Clients Say
The Experience
Your session will take place in our Ferrymead studio around 30 weeks into your pregnancy. Booking is essential, and we recommend contacting us early in your second trimester to secure your session. Prior to your appointment, we will discuss the style of images you love so we can create your perfect collection.
We provide everything you need for your session. We have a large range of maternity wear, including couture gowns, beautiful drapery, and figure-hugging bodysuits, with options for a wide range of personal styles and figures. We can also dress children up to seven, with further options for older girls. Many of our clients like to take advantage of our hair and make-up artists, but this is not essential. Some of our clients bring along special items such as a Whānau Korowai, Sari, or other important cultural items. You may also like to bring along some jewellery.
You can choose to come alone or to bring other family members or friends. During the session, we will photograph you in two or three outfits, and you can choose two different backgrounds to create a varied collection of images. You should expect to spend up to two hours with us.
Resources
We have compiled a set of maternity resources to help you navigate these early months of pregnancy.
You can also find more ongoing information in our blog.
Wall Art
One of the things that makes us different is our focus on helping you create beautiful artwork for your home. We know you are busy, so we do all the hard work in designing, creating, and even delivering your artwork. So all you need to do is hang it on the wall; and we can recommend someone for that too.
All of our wall art is heirloom quality, designed to be passed down to your children. We use the highest-quality materials, and our team includes a Master Framer with decades of experience.
Don't worry if you don't have room for frames on your wall; we also offer albums and our unique portrait boxes, which are both space-efficient and heirloom quality.
Common Questions
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Do I need to book in advance?Yes. We recommend booking as early as possible in your second trimester to avoid disappointment. We have a limited number of sessions available each week.
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Can you help me if I feel nervous in front of the camera?Absolutely! It’s completely normal to feel nervous, but I specialise in creating a relaxed and supportive environment. I am experienced when it comes to photographing mothers-to-be and will guide you throughout the session. I use clever posing and great lighting to show you at your best and ensure you have photographs of your pregnancy that you will love and treasure. I’ll guide you through every step, from posing to expression, so you feel confident and look your best. By the end of the session, you’ll feel at ease and may even enjoy the process!
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How long does a session take?Maternity sessions typically last 1.5–2 hours, depending on the range of images we’re capturing. This allows time for outfit changes and adjustments to ensure we create a diverse portfolio of images tailored to your needs.
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Are family photos included?Yes, family photos are included with all of our collections. We have a client wardrobe with gowns you may wish to borrow and we can provide clothing for boys up to age seven and dresses for girls of all ages. We do not currently have options for men in our client wardrobe.
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My husband / partner doesn't want to come?That's not a problem at all. For most of our clients, the purpose of a maternity shoot is to capture some beautiful images for themselves. Something they can look back on to remember their pregnancy experience. You can come alone, or a bring a friend.
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What should I wear for my session? Can I bring my own wardrobe options or special items to be photographed?Women: We have a client wardrobe with many gowns, bodysuits, and flowing fabrics that are ideal for a maternity portrait session. Our wardrobe includes options to suit a wide range of figures and personal styles. We do recommend you bring a range of underwear, including smooth natural coloured pants and bra, a strapless bra, and some more lacy items if you wish them to be photographed on show. Many client choose to bring additional outfit options from home, such as jeans and a shirt. Cultural items should be provided by the client. We love to include korowai, sari and other cultural items in your session, so please bring these with you. Children: We can provide shorts and tee's for children up to the age of seven; and Our client wardrobe include a range of dresses for children of all ages. Cultural items should be provided by the client. We love to include special items in your session, so please bring these with you. Men: We do not currently have options for men in our client wardrobe. Simple white or black fitted t-shirts and jeans photograph nicely and work alongside most gowns. Tips for bringing your own wardrobe options: avoid busy patterns, logos, or overly trendy styles, as these can date your photos. please ensure that your clothes are clean and pressed (if required) as wrinkles are difficult to remove naturally in photoshop. I’ll provide a styling guide and help you choose what works best during your session.
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What is the cost?Our pricing starts at $1,250 (including a $250 creative fee which is payable on booking). This includes 8 printed images, matching digital images, a keepsake box, a display easel and $200 product credit that can be put towards our portrait boxes, story book albums and story frames. If you want to purchase additional images from your gallery they are $125 each. If you would like more images I do offer a larger gallery and I can tell you about this if it is of interest; you can find more information by following the link below. Subject to the minimum collection sizes, how much you spend is entirely up to you. Most of my clients choose to purchase some beautiful wall art, portrait boxes or an album in addition to their image collections. There is no pressure to purchase, I want you to love the experience as well as your images. You can find more detailed information on the pricing and what to expect HERE
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Can you organise hair + make-up?Yes we can - please enquire when you book as our favourite stylist is very popular and we need to book her early. Most clients for a maternity session book the hair and make-up add on. While not a requirement, it does add a little polish to your images and enhances the overall experience. Many clients have commented that having their hair and make-up done professionally helped them feel beautiful and confident and ready for an awesome portrait session.
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Can you edit my images to remove blemishes or wrinkles?Yes, all final images include professional retouching. This includes subtle enhancements like smoothing skin, removing blemishes, and brightening your teeth while maintaining a realistic and authentic look. Equally, some clients request that we do very minimal retouching and would prefer us to leave the images as shot, for their natural beauty to shine. If you have specific requests, just let me know!
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How are the portraits delivered?Your portraits will be carefully curated and professionally retouched. You’ll receive your final images in both digital and printed format and most clients also choose to add on some framed wall art of their favourite portraits, or perhaps a portrait box, or an album. All of our artworks are designed to become cherished family heirlooms, we use the highest quality materials and experienced craftspeople to create your final pieces.
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Do you photograph outside?No. We shoot in the studio where we don't have to worry about the weather and have great light at all times. The best outdoor light is either at dawn or dusk and, in our experience, this isn't the best time for pregnant women. Photographing indoors enables us to keep you at a comfortable temperature and makes the session really easy as you don't have to walk far; have easy access to a bathroom, and can count on your session going ahead even if it's wet and windy. We also love studio portraits because they are classic and will stand the test of time. We use multiple outfits and can change the backdrop to get lots of variety in your collection.
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How long does a session take?Contemporary portrait sessions typically last 1.5–2 hours. This allows enough time for outfit changes and capturing a range of images while ensuring the experience feels unhurried and enjoyable.
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Why are printed portraits so important?Printed portraits provide a tangible, lasting way to preserve your family’s memories. In an age of fleeting digital images, these carefully crafted heirlooms tell your story, becoming cherished keepsakes that can be passed down for generations.
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When is the best time for my newborn session?We aim to hold the session while your baby is very new and still used to being tucked up inside — usually between days 5 and 14 after birth. Because we can’t predict when your baby will choose to make an entrance, we make a provisional booking on your due date and update this to a confirmed appointment time after they have arrived. We know it can feel daunting to leave the house with a brand new baby, so we have made our studio easy to access, with parking at the door, and very comfortable with everything you might need.
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Do I need to book in advance?Yes. We recommend booking as early as possible in your second trimester to avoid disappointment. We have a limited number of sessions available each week.
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How long does a session take?Newborn sessions typically last 3-4 hours, depending on the range of images we’re capturing and the size of collection you have booked. This allows time for baby cuddles, changes and settling as our sessions are baby-led.
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Are family photos included?Yes, family photos are included with all of our collections. We have a client wardrobe with gowns you may wish to borrow and we can provide clothing for boys up to age seven and dresses for girls of all ages. We do not currently have options for men in our client wardrobe.
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Can you help me if I feel nervous in front of the camera?Absolutely! It’s completely normal to feel nervous, but I specialise in creating a relaxed and supportive environment. I am very experienced when it comes to photographing mothers and I will guide you through the session. I use clever posing and great lighting to show you at your best and ensure you have photographs with your new baby that you will love and treasure. I encourage you to take advantage of the opportunity for professionally taken family photos — even if you feel nervous about it. As a parent you will take lots of photos of your children, but so often we end up with very few photos with ourselves in them. When I look back at the photos from my own children's newborn sessions, my favourite images are the family ones. I have them on the wall of our living room and they bring me (and the rest of our family) joy every day.
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What should I wear for my session? Can I bring my own wardrobe options or special items to be photographed?Women: We have a client wardrobe with many gowns, bodysuits, and flowing fabrics that are ideal for a maternity portrait session. Our wardrobe includes options to suit a wide range of figures and personal styles. We do recommend you bring a range of underwear, including smooth natural coloured pants and bra, a strapless bra, and some more lacy items if you wish them to be photographed on show. Many client choose to bring additional outfit options from home, such as jeans and a shirt. Cultural items should be provided by the client. We love to include korowai, sari and other cultural items in your session, so please bring these with you. Babies and Children: We provide everything for your newborn, so there is not need to purchase anything for the session. This includes all outfits, props, headbands and textiles. We can provide shorts and tee's for children up to the age of seven; and Our client wardrobe include a range of dresses for children of all ages. Cultural items should be provided by the client. We love to photograph korowai, special dresses, sari and other items that are special for your family We love to include special items in your session, such as heirloom blankets, so please bring these with you. Men: We do not currently have options for men in our client wardrobe. Simple white or black fitted t-shirts and jeans photograph nicely and work alongside most gowns. Tips for bringing your own wardrobe options: avoid busy patterns, logos, or overly trendy styles, as these can date your photos. please ensure that your clothes are clean and pressed (if required) as wrinkles are difficult to remove naturally in photoshop. I’ll provide a styling guide and help you choose what works best during your session.
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What is the cost?Our pricing starts at $1,250 (including a $250 creative fee which is payable on booking). This includes 8 printed images, matching digital images, a keepsake box. a display easel and $200 product credit that can be put towards our portrait boxes, story book albums and story frames. If you want to purchase additional images from your gallery they are $125 each. If you would like more images I do offer a larger gallery and I can tell you about this if it is of interest. There are links at the bottom of this email that will take you to my detailed pricing and other pages that might be of interest. Subject to the minimum collection sizes, how much you spend is entirely up to you. Most of my clients choose to purchase some beautiful wall art, portraits boxes or an album in addition to their image collections. There is no pressure to purchase, I want you to love the experience as well as your images. You can find more detailed information on the pricing and what to expect HERE
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How are the portraits delivered?Your portraits will be carefully curated and professionally retouched. You’ll receive your final images in both digital and printed format and most clients also choose to add on some framed wall art of their favourite portraits, or perhaps a portrait box, or an album. All of our artworks are designed to become cherished family heirlooms, we use the highest quality materials and experienced craftspeople to create your final pieces.
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Can you organise hair + make-up?Yes we can - please enquire when you book as our favourite stylist is very popular and we need to book her early.
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Do you photograph outside?No. We shoot in the studio where we don't have to worry about the weather and have great light at all times. We like to keep babies and their families warm and comfortable and to make the session really easy for you. The best outdoor light is either at dawn or dusk and, in our experience, this isn't the best time for families. We prefer to structure our sessions to ensure everyone is fresh and relaxed (or as fresh as you can be with a newborn), don't have to walk far, have easy access to a bathroom, and can count on your session going ahead even if its wet and windy. We also love studio portraits because they are classic and will stand the test of time. We use multiple outfits and can change the backdrop to get lots of variety in your collection.
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Why are printed portraits so important?Printed portraits provide a tangible, lasting way to preserve your family’s memories. In an age of fleeting digital images, these carefully crafted heirlooms tell your story, becoming cherished keepsakes that can be passed down for generations.