Scottsdale Maternity Photography
Maternity photography is a heartfelt celebration of one of life’s most transformative journeys—the path to motherhood. This season is filled with anticipation, joy, and profound change as you prepare to welcome a new life into your world. Every pregnancy is a unique experience, marked by unforgettable milestones like the first flutter of kicks and the growing bond you’re already building with your baby. Capturing this special time through maternity portraits allows you to preserve the emotions, beauty, and strength that define your personal journey.
Pregnancy is a brief, magical chapter, and maternity photography offers the perfect opportunity to pause and cherish these fleeting moments before they become memories. Whether you’re embracing the excitement of your first pregnancy or celebrating the final addition to your family, these portraits reflect your story. They honor the deep connection between you and your baby, the love that surrounds your growing family, and the resilience and grace that motherhood brings. Through these images, you’ll create timeless keepsakes—a visual reminder of the love, hope, and beauty that shaped this extraordinary time in your life.
Planning Your Pregnancy Photographs
The ideal time to book your maternity photography session is between 28 and 36 weeks of pregnancy. At this stage, your baby bump has a lovely, round shape, and you’re usually feeling comfortable enough to fully enjoy the photoshoot. This window allows us to capture the beautiful glow and excitement of your pregnancy while ensuring you’re feeling your best. Partners and children are always welcome to join in, as including your loved ones adds a meaningful, personal touch to your portraits, highlighting the special connections within your family.
We strive to make your maternity photoshoot a relaxed, enjoyable, and stress-free experience. Pregnancy can be overwhelming at times, so we’ve created a process that’s easy, supportive, and fun. From helping you choose the perfect outfits to offering gentle direction for poses that showcase your natural beauty and personality, we handle all the details so you can focus on being present and enjoying the moment. Our goal is to create more than just beautiful photos—we want to give you an experience you’ll cherish. By the end of your session, you’ll have not only stunning portraits but also wonderful memories that celebrate this special chapter of your life.
Styling Your Maternity Session
Choosing between an indoor session at our portrait studio near Scottsdale or an outdoor location for your maternity photoshoot is an exciting part of planning an experience that reflects your personal style and story. Both settings offer unique benefits, allowing you to select the environment that best aligns with your vision and personality.
An indoor studio session provides a controlled, comfortable environment where we can fine-tune lighting, backgrounds, and details to highlight the beauty of your pregnancy. The studio’s clean, modern aesthetic creates a timeless and elegant look, perfect for showcasing artistic poses and capturing intimate, emotional moments. Whether you’re drawn to soft, romantic tones or bold, dramatic compositions, the flexibility of the studio allows us to customize the session to match your preferences.
On the other hand, an outdoor maternity session brings a natural, organic feel to your portraits. Imagine glowing in the warmth of the golden hour sun, surrounded by lush greenery, desert landscapes, or colorful seasonal backdrops. Outdoor sessions add an element of spontaneity and adventure, with nature providing dynamic, ever-changing scenery that adds authenticity and depth to your images. This option is perfect for those who love the fresh, vibrant energy that outdoor environments offer.
No matter which setting you choose, one of the special features of your maternity photoshoot is the opportunity to select a gown from our carefully curated collection of stunning maternity dresses. Designed to celebrate your pregnancy, these gowns are crafted from luxurious fabrics with flattering silhouettes that highlight your natural beauty. Whether you prefer flowing, ethereal dresses that capture the essence of motherhood or sleek, form-fitting styles that accentuate your baby bump, our collection includes a wide range of colors, textures, and styles to suit your taste. Each gown is thoughtfully chosen to ensure every mom-to-be feels confident, radiant, and beautiful during her session. With access to our wardrobe, you can feel assured that your outfit will be just as breathtaking as the memories we’ll create together.
Selecting Portraits & Products from Your Session
Approximately 1-2 weeks after your photoshoot, we’ll invite you back to the studio or arrange a virtual meeting for your personalized portrait ordering consultation. This is one of the most exciting moments in the process, as you’ll get to see all the beautiful images we captured during your session. We’ll start with a carefully crafted slideshow, allowing you to sit back, relax, and relive those precious memories from your photoshoot.
During this consultation, you’ll have the opportunity to explore our collection of high-quality photography products firsthand. From sophisticated framed prints and luxurious heirloom albums to custom wall art that turns your favorite images into stunning home décor, you’ll be able to see and feel the craftsmanship of each piece. Together, we’ll review the available options and discuss which products best align with your style, fit seamlessly into your space, and meet your family’s needs. Whether you envision a striking gallery wall display or a beautifully designed keepsake album to pass down through generations, this is the perfect time to plan how you’d like to showcase your portraits. Our goal is to make this process easy, enjoyable, and stress-free, helping you select artwork that beautifully reflects and celebrates this special chapter of your life.
Options for Our Maternity Photoshoots Near Scottsdale
Maternity Portrait Sessions can only be booked as a bundle with a Newborn Portrait Session or Baby Plan
OUTDOOR MATERNITY PORTRAIT SESSION
-Great for in the moment type of photos
-Breathtaking scenery
-Great for soon-to-be big siblings
-1 to 2 outfits are recommended for this
-Access to our client closet
-Hair and makeup referral (paid for separately)
Outdoor Portrait Sessions are held Thursday and Friday Evenings (for sunset)
Weekend photography sessions are available upon request and are limited to 3 weekend
days per month on a first-come, first-serve basis.
STUDIO MATERNITY PHOTOSHOOT
-This is great for high glam or studio lifestyle portraits
-Perfect if you don't want to bear the heat of an outdoor photoshoot
-Includes 4-5 setups
-Access to our photography client closet
-Spouse and children included in pictures if desired
-Option for intimate photos
-Hair and makeup INCLUDED in the photoshoot
In studio maternity portrait sessions are held Mondays, Tuesdays, & Wednesdays from 9:00am - 1:00pm
Booking Fees for Your Photoshoot
Booking fee due upon booking your maternity portrait session. Digital images and photo products are sold separately
Digital portrait packages start at $795 and Product collections WITH digitals start at $500
STUDIO MATERNITY Photography SESSION
$400
Sessions Included:
In studio maternity session
Use of client closet
Professional Hair and Makeup
4-5 different looks
Outdoor Bump to Baby PORTRAIT bundle
$400
Photoshoot Includes:
Outdoor maternity portrait session
Use of client closet
Newborn portrait session
$200 credit that can be used for the newborn images and products
Studio bump to baby PORTRAIT Bundle
$600
Portrait Sessions Includes:
Studio maternity photoshoot
4-5 different looks/outfits
Complimentary use of client closet
Hair and Makeup included for photoshoot
Newborn portrait session
$200 credit to be used toward newborn images and products
I HAD THE ABSOLUTE JOY OF WORKING AND LEARNING FROM BRITTANY TODAY, SHE IS AMAZING AT WHAT SHE DOES PAYS ATTENTION TO ALL DETAILS FROM START TO FINISH. TO ANYONE THINKING ABOUT BOOKING WITH HER I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER, YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED
~PAIGE
Ask us About our
Maternity Portrait Dress Exchange
How it works:
1) Purchase a maternity dress from our wishlist
2) Wear it for your portrait session
3) Give it to us in exchange for a credit toward your photography product order
Choose from Etsy wish list or Pinterest wish list
Start Planning Your Maternity Photoshoot
I would love to hear from you! If you have any questions or would like to book a photography session, please fill out the form and I will be in touch as soon as possible!
