Outdoors Maternity Photoshoot in Northern Virginia
Based in Great Falls VA and serving Northern Virginia, MD, and DC
Outdoors Maternity Photoshoot in Northern Virginia
Based in Great Falls, VA, and serving the counties of Fairfax, Loudon, and Mongtomery
Not Your Typical Maternity Photoshoot
The best maternity photos convey emotion, achieved through a collaborative process between the photographer and the subject. For your outdoors maternity photoshoot in Northern Virginia, we’ll work together every step of the way from choosing the best locations to portray your family’s story, to picking the most flattering wardrobe, and using prompts to evoke natural interactions and connections.
What Can I Expect At My Outdoor Maternity Photoshoot?
In general, on-location maternity sessions begin approximately 15 minutes before sunrise, or 55 minutes before sunset — it does vary by location, so be sure to check your booked time. We start photography and will move around the property stopping at various spots to capture photos. We’ll get a mix of images including the birthing parent alone, the birthing parent with their spouse or partner if they’re joining us, and then images with siblings if there are any. We may also capture details of the belly if desired. If the birthing parent would like to change outfits half-way through, I provide a small changing tent for their convenience. I aim to keep sessions around 30-40 minutes, but your session may last longer, especially if you’re changing outfits. This length is great for getting a gallery with a variety of images, without keeping the birthing parent out in the heat or cold for too long.
Looking for a more low-key option? In-home maternity photos might be for you.
Uniquely Qualified
As one of the only photographers in Northern Virginia certified as both a Click Pro Elite and a Hello Pro Creative, I’m uniquely qualified to provide a professional maternity photoshoot in Northern Virginia resulting in beautiful, high quality photographs. To further highlight my qualifications, I was a winner of Click Magazine’s Voice Competition in 2020, have been published in Click Magazine, This Detailed Life Magazine, and Z!nk Magazine, was a featured photographer in the book Hidden Cities, was voted a Best Photographer in the DMV in 2021, 2020, and 2019, and am a Sony Photographer.
The same number of images and variety, in less time
My expertise and experience means you’ll get lots of variety and great image in a shorter amount of time, without being rushed.
- Expert posing; As the author of several photography posing guides, I’ll use my expertise to make you look natural, effortless, and beautiful in your images.
- Expert editing; As an editing educator, my extensive knowledge of editing processes keep you looking like you, at your absolute best. You can see a handful of editing examples here.
You can check out my Google reviews here, and see the most recent sessions on instagram here.
Looking for a more low-key option? In-home maternity photos might be for you.
The Process/ What to Expect
Recent Maternity Photoshoot in Northern Virginia
Outdoors Maternity Photoshoot in Northern Virginia
$750*
Your maternity photo session is a collaborative process from start to finish. We’ll work together every step of the way to create a session unique to your family.
Your session fee includes:
- 25 richly edited digital images
- 5 bonus “magical/artistic” edits
- Permission to print
- Video consultation to discuss all the details; location, wardrobe, and any other questions or concerns
- Ongoing wardrobe selection assistance via text and email
- Select location fees – please inquire if you have a specific location in mind
- *Weekday session for up to two people, typically the birthing parent, and a spouse or partner
Optional add-ons:
- Gown, robe, or dress rental from my client closet – varies $25-$95
- Additional people – $95 per additional person
- Weekend session – $200
- Print and wall art products – starting at $15
questions?
Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions.
Maternity sessions are $750 for a weekday session.
To book a session, simply fill out the contact form at the bottom of this page. I’ll get back to you with a few date options, and then to secure your date and booking, you’ll need to sign a photography session agreement and pay the retainer which is equal to 50% of the session fee.
I recommend having maternity sessions around 30-35 weeks of pregnancy. Peak season is April-October, and I recommend booking as early as possible to get your preferred date and ensure sufficient time for planning your session.
With two people and no outfit changes, we can get a full gallery of images with lots of variety in about 30 minutes. If you’d like to add on an outfit change, or if other people will be joining the session, it can last up to 1 hour.
I do rent gowns and dresses for sessions. I found in the past that many clients wanted to wear their own dresses. By offering dress rental as an optional add-on, I was able to lower session fees, and the rental fee covers the costs of steaming, cleaning, and transporting the dresses.
