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Timing
Maternity portraits are best taken in the 3rd trimester, about your 7th or 8th
month. Your belly is at its optimal size, and your weight gain may not be at its
maximum. Earlier than that and your belly may not be large enough and later
you may not be comfortable enough to enjoy your session. Each body is
different though, and sooner rather than later is a good rule of thumb.
Consultation/Share your expectations
Before your photo shoot make time to meet with the photographer and share
your expectations with her.
- Discuss whether you are comfortable with any nudity or simulated nudity
- Do you want pictures to be soft and intimate or modern and edgy?
- Contemporary or classic?
- Will you include any family members in your portraits (siblings, baby's dad,
your mom or your sister)?
- Will you want any special effects or treatments for your photos
such as black and white, sepia tones, selective coloring?
Maternity portraits are best taken in the 3rd trimester, about your 7th or 8th
month. Your belly is at its optimal size, and your weight gain may not be at its
maximum. Earlier than that and your belly may not be large enough and later
you may not be comfortable enough to enjoy your session. Each body is
different though, and sooner rather than later is a good rule of thumb.
Consultation/Share your expectations
Before your photo shoot make time to meet with the photographer and share
your expectations with her.
- Discuss whether you are comfortable with any nudity or simulated nudity
- Do you want pictures to be soft and intimate or modern and edgy?
- Contemporary or classic?
- Will you include any family members in your portraits (siblings, baby's dad,
your mom or your sister)?
- Will you want any special effects or treatments for your photos
such as black and white, sepia tones, selective coloring?
Your Great Shot Maternity Portrait
If you're due for your maternity portrait session and you don't know quite what to expect, it can
be difficult to prepare. The Great Shot Photo Company offers specific tips to take away all your
worries and ensure beautiful photos of this important moment in your family life. Click Here
to schedule a consultation.
Purpose of the Photo
Discuss the purpose of your portrait with your photographer. Tell her if you want a maternity portrait for your child’s baby book, or simply a
personal memento for yourself or your significant other? Are you after a wall portrait to be displayed in your home (whether it's the living
room for public viewing or the bedroom for private viewing)? Are you seeking wallet-size photos to give to friends and family members or
include in your Christmas cards? Or do you want different portraits for all these various purposes? The answers to these questions will help
the photographer create portraits you will love and that will best satisfy your needs and desires.
Physical Preparation
- Plan to get your hair and makeup done
- Have a manicure and pedicure as your hands and feet will be in some of the shots.
- Take a long relaxing bath, or just take a nap before your appointment. You want to be well-rested, relaxed and comfortable for your shoot.
- A note about makeup -
- Try not to wear makeup with SPF as it generally does not photograph well.
- Don't overdo your makeup, the more natural the look the better
- Carry face blotters with you as well as face powder for touch ups
- Don't lotion, moisturize or oil your belly before the shoot
If you have any physical concerns—related to either the baby or something about your body you’re particularly sensitive about, be sure to
discuss those issues with the photographer, as well. She will want you to be open and honest with her, and as comfortable and relaxed as
possible.
What Not To Wear
A couple of hours before your maternity photo session, don't wear:-
- any clothing that causes lines or indentations on the body
- anything elastic or stretchy,
- maternity pants with a panel, elastic waist pants,
- socks,
- snug underwear,
- bras
- Dangling earrings (go for simple knobs or hoops earring of any size)
If possible, wear a loose nightgown, dress or robe to keep your body as smooth as possible, and either go barefoot or wear easy, slip-on
shoes or slippers. This is especially important if your maternity portraits will include any nudity or partial nudity.
Most maternity portraits do show a bare belly, so you definitely do not want any marks from restrictive clothing on the tummy area. At the very
least, lower the waistband on your maternity pants or underwear so there are no lines on your tummy and everything is tucked below your
belly. Wear a loose-fitting top to the actual session.
Props
Bring any props or item of special significance that you’d like to include in your portraits—baby booties, a rubber ducky or a stuffed animal
you received from the baby shower or already purchased for your baby make adorable props. So does a tiny outfit, shoes, a simple rose or
other flower, or a copy of an ultrasound picture.
Siblings
If some of your portraits will include the baby’s young siblings, make arrangements for someone to pick up the children after their portraits
with you are taken. That way, you will have the remainder of your session uninterrupted to do individual or couple portraits. Perhaps
Grandma or an aunt can come with you to the portrait session, stay while the children are being photographed with you, then whisk them
away for a playdate so you can finish shooting more intimate maternity portraits in privacy and without disturbance.
Consider Purchasing Add-Ons
These are once in a lifetime portraits so consider if you want to purchase any special
products featuring your maternity portraits. If you already know you would like greeting cards,
a portrait on canvas, a photo collage, or some other item, talk with the photographer.
The Photo Shoot
This is the fun part. You are the star. Your photographer is not only a photographer, but also
a mom. So you can rest assured you are in the hands of someone who been there, cares
about you being comfortable and wants you to have fun.
Once the photo shoot begins, relax. Enjoy the warmth of the lights on your skin. Embrace the
intimacy of the moment and try to forget you are being photographed at all. Revel in that
beautiful, maternal glow and enjoy the anticipation of becoming a mother. Your photographer
will take care of the rest!
Discuss the purpose of your portrait with your photographer. Tell her if you want a maternity portrait for your child’s baby book, or simply a
personal memento for yourself or your significant other? Are you after a wall portrait to be displayed in your home (whether it's the living
room for public viewing or the bedroom for private viewing)? Are you seeking wallet-size photos to give to friends and family members or
include in your Christmas cards? Or do you want different portraits for all these various purposes? The answers to these questions will help
the photographer create portraits you will love and that will best satisfy your needs and desires.
Physical Preparation
- Plan to get your hair and makeup done
- Have a manicure and pedicure as your hands and feet will be in some of the shots.
- Take a long relaxing bath, or just take a nap before your appointment. You want to be well-rested, relaxed and comfortable for your shoot.
- A note about makeup -
- Try not to wear makeup with SPF as it generally does not photograph well.
- Don't overdo your makeup, the more natural the look the better
- Carry face blotters with you as well as face powder for touch ups
- Don't lotion, moisturize or oil your belly before the shoot
If you have any physical concerns—related to either the baby or something about your body you’re particularly sensitive about, be sure to
discuss those issues with the photographer, as well. She will want you to be open and honest with her, and as comfortable and relaxed as
possible.
What Not To Wear
A couple of hours before your maternity photo session, don't wear:-
- any clothing that causes lines or indentations on the body
- anything elastic or stretchy,
- maternity pants with a panel, elastic waist pants,
- socks,
- snug underwear,
- bras
- Dangling earrings (go for simple knobs or hoops earring of any size)
If possible, wear a loose nightgown, dress or robe to keep your body as smooth as possible, and either go barefoot or wear easy, slip-on
shoes or slippers. This is especially important if your maternity portraits will include any nudity or partial nudity.
Most maternity portraits do show a bare belly, so you definitely do not want any marks from restrictive clothing on the tummy area. At the very
least, lower the waistband on your maternity pants or underwear so there are no lines on your tummy and everything is tucked below your
belly. Wear a loose-fitting top to the actual session.
Props
Bring any props or item of special significance that you’d like to include in your portraits—baby booties, a rubber ducky or a stuffed animal
you received from the baby shower or already purchased for your baby make adorable props. So does a tiny outfit, shoes, a simple rose or
other flower, or a copy of an ultrasound picture.
Siblings
If some of your portraits will include the baby’s young siblings, make arrangements for someone to pick up the children after their portraits
with you are taken. That way, you will have the remainder of your session uninterrupted to do individual or couple portraits. Perhaps
Grandma or an aunt can come with you to the portrait session, stay while the children are being photographed with you, then whisk them
away for a playdate so you can finish shooting more intimate maternity portraits in privacy and without disturbance.
Consider Purchasing Add-Ons
These are once in a lifetime portraits so consider if you want to purchase any special
products featuring your maternity portraits. If you already know you would like greeting cards,
a portrait on canvas, a photo collage, or some other item, talk with the photographer.
The Photo Shoot
This is the fun part. You are the star. Your photographer is not only a photographer, but also
a mom. So you can rest assured you are in the hands of someone who been there, cares
about you being comfortable and wants you to have fun.
Once the photo shoot begins, relax. Enjoy the warmth of the lights on your skin. Embrace the
intimacy of the moment and try to forget you are being photographed at all. Revel in that
beautiful, maternal glow and enjoy the anticipation of becoming a mother. Your photographer
will take care of the rest!
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The Clothes You Can Bring
Bring along any particular clothing you want to be photographed in,
- favorite maternity clothes
- Black, white, or flesh colored tube top
- Oversized white shirt - (like a mans work shirt)
- Stretchy, snug-fitting pants, skirts and tops.
- Fabrics that adhere to the body’s curves work well.
- Pre-pregnancy favorites such as camisoles or negligee
- High heels or a favorite hat may work themselves into a portrait or two.
- Scarves, shawls and lengths of soft, fluid fabrics make wonderful
wraps for maternity portraits
Bring along any particular clothing you want to be photographed in,
- favorite maternity clothes
- Black, white, or flesh colored tube top
- Oversized white shirt - (like a mans work shirt)
- Stretchy, snug-fitting pants, skirts and tops.
- Fabrics that adhere to the body’s curves work well.
- Pre-pregnancy favorites such as camisoles or negligee
- High heels or a favorite hat may work themselves into a portrait or two.
- Scarves, shawls and lengths of soft, fluid fabrics make wonderful
wraps for maternity portraits
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