Maternity Photography Sessions can be so varied and different, they are personalised to capture you and your pregnancy. To empower you and proudly take up wall space in your home. Every maternity session I book I discuss the wardrobe with my clients and the question I always get is: ‘Do you have any maternity dresses?’ The answer always is, yes I do however I tend to use fabric and props such has hats, flowers to create interest and forces to me to be creative which I enjoy.
I love maternity sessions, women come to me a little shy, of course given the nature of the photography and maybe a few anxieties about their changing bodies. But I have learned how to utilise the best of them and create beautiful photographs. I love that women leave feeling beautiful, empowered and proud of what they have just achieved.
Why fabric you wonder? Well, I like to use some jersey fabric which lays beautifully on women and is perfect for accentuating shapes. It shows off incredible figures and curves and it never looks the same each time so it is really unique.
I also use chiffon silk, it is a lightweight material which comes in so many stunning colours and it floats so incredibly when the fan is on, this creates stunning movement and interest in the images as well as leading the eye to the pregnant woman.
So how can your own wardrobe be effective? It is really simple, I use shirts (mostly those of your partners because the oversized look I love) jackets, jeans, bras and underwear, hotpants. Anything! It is about how it is used, where a hand is placed, covering nudity in an artful way.
I am finding that I use materials more in my sessions but I just adore beautiful, colourful clothing that clients have tailor made specifically for their sessions. More often than not, one size is enough but it is ideal to have a few of the same to match body types. The most beautiful dresses from www.mii-estilo.com are simply incredible but out of the budget for me so being creative is my best option!
Such a great article. Love the use of chiffon in a maternity session.
Thanks so much Natalie, chiffon is my favourite. It is so soft!
Great blog post Tianna!. I also found some great Youtube tutorials on how you can just use a piece of fabric to wrap around the body. Your images are incredible as always!
Thank you ever so much! You’ve reminded me to check back on there for inspiration! Thank you so much!!!
Such beautiful images created with a piece of fabric ???? very creative!
Honestly, your maternity images are just stunning. So elegant.
Oh Jill! Thank you so much, that is lovely of you!
Wow! I’m absolutely blown away by your work and styling ❤️
Hannah, my goodness thank you so much <3 I appreciate it!
You’re work always blows me away. My all time favourite maternity photographer!
Awww Lou, really? That is such a wonderful thing to say – thank you so much <3
Great post, your maternity work is amazing and definitely something to aspire to.
Thank you so much Sharon, wow! I am humbled by your words. Means so much!
Great read! I absolutely love your images, always great styling throughout 🙂
Thanks Amy, thank you very much! How awesome!
I loved reading this, so many people head straight for the dresses and over think it all. Your images are just stunning!
Thank you Selina, Ahh I do love dresses but fabric is where my heart is at. Thank you, what lovely feedback.
Such beautiful maternity images! Lovely to read about how these looks are achieved
Thank you Lauren, your feedback means so much!
Wow! These are so beautiful Tian a
Thanks Kat! Amazing to hear!
You could make a black bin bag look great in a maternity shoot, you are soo amazing at what you do and so very talented! Great article!
Ohhh Jay, thank you so so much! That is a challenge I may take you up on 😉 thank you ever so much!
Absolutely stunning work. So diverse. It’s amazing how many different looks you can achieve with fabric. x
Thank you Andrea, that is so lovely. I enjoy creating different looks, it personalises the sessions! x
such beautiful work no wonder you’ve won so many awards!!!
Thank you so much, honestly I am really grateful! It is incredible to receive them!
I really love your maternity images x
Thank you so much Joanne! Thank you x
Thank you for the blog. Your work is stunning and I love the use of the hats and other props you use. So artistic
Thank you Lisa, I really appreciate your kind words and feedback!
Thank you for the article. Your work is stunning and I love the use of the hats and other props you use. So artistic
Damn you’re good…x
Oh Maddy! Likewise <3 thank you!! x
I just love your work Tianna, you are such a talented lady!
Ahh Louise, that’s so sweet! Thank you!
Wow, amazing images and beautiful mummas x