Maternity Photoshoot FAQs

Having a baby is no doubt a time of a lot of questions, especially if it's your first time being pregnant. Here are some of the most common questions we get about maternity photography sessions at our Gainesville studio.

FAQs About Scheduling and Logistics

When is the best time to schedule a maternity shoot?

Generally, the best timing is between 32 and 36 weeks. Too late, and you'll be uncomfortable, not feeling your best, and we risk missing the window if baby comes early. Too early, and we miss the best timing to show off your belly.

Where do you typically shoot?

You can have your maternity photos done anywhere! We typically have requests for a studio, outdoor, or underwater session either at a local Spring, or in our studio pool. If you feel more comfortable at home, we can do your shoot there.

Do you offer travel for outdoor locations?

We can absolutely travel to an outdoor location for your shoot. There are a lot of great outdoor locations right here in North Florida (Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, Cedar Lakes Wood and Gardens, Downtown Gainesville, the Florida Springs, St. Augustine, etc).

How long does a typical session last?

The time we set aside for your maternity photoshoot will vary based on the location, and how you feel. The goal is to capture beautiful portraits of you and sometimes that will take a little bit longer than we plan for. We can move as fast or as slow as you need to be comfortable.

FAQs About the Cost and Packages

What packages and pricing is available?

All photography sessions start with a session fee that includes your consultation, planning and design session, photoshoot, use of my gown closet and props, and your image selection session. Many of the session fees include credit towards the purchase of images or artwork. All images and artwork are a la carte so you can pick and choose exactly what you want.

What is your payment policy?

My Gainesville photography studio accepts cash, check, or card payments. Your session fee is due at the time of booking. If you're interested, my studio does offer payment plans as well.

FAQs About the Style and Experience

What is your editing style?

When I edit your images, I want you to look like you. Beyond basic color correction, editing includes eyes, skin, and teeth to ensure colors are correct. Hair is edited to remove strays and fix areas that moved. The goal in editing is to make sure you are still you and that everything compliments your unique personality and style.

Do you have experience working with pregnant persons?

Beyond having many years of experience photographing pregnant people, I am also trained as a Registered Nurse, Lifeguard, and CPR/First Aid. Additionally, I have developed full safety instructional programs to teach other photographers how to keep clients safe during underwater maternity photography sessions.

Are you open to incorporating my ideas into the shoot?

Your maternity shoot should be unique to you. I want your input. That's why we have a design and planning session where we'll talk about your vision for your photoshoot and work up the detail of how we'll make your vision a reality.

Additional Questions

What makes you different from other maternity photographers?

I love creating unique photography experiences and capturing imaging unlike anything anyone has seen. I'm not a photographer, I'm a guide for your journey on your maternity photography experience. Whether it's at our studio in Gainesville, or at one of local Florida Springs, I'm here to make sure your experience is like no other.

What is your cancellation policy?

My studio understands, things come up. If you need to cancel your maternity photography session, no worries. We can go through the cancellation process.