I have partnered with an amazing bunch of custom portrait photographers to bring readers information on all aspects of working with a custom photographer. So here’s the deal. . .check out my article on “Why is maternity photography important?”…and then check out the link below for the next fantastic article!

Why is maternity photography important?

It really is true that a woman is never more glowing and radiant then when she has a ripe belly full of life.  Thank goodness for Demi Moore, Annie Liebowitz, and the cover of Vanity Fair. This moment really changed the way we see pregnant women.  It showed that we can celebrate this beautiful changing body and not to hide under big dresses or tops. It taught many women to embrace this moment and capture it as life soon will never be the same.  If I had a dollar for every time I heard a woman say, I wish that I would have had maternity photographs done while I was pregnant” … or .. “Gosh, I wish they even offered that type of photography back when I was having babies”….or…”Oh I never thought I wanted to do that, and now I regret it so much!”..well needless to say, I would sure have a lot of dollars!

This is a fleeting moment that you can make stand still with photographs. Years from now, these photographs will bring back those moments of the joy and excitement that you felt with the anticipation of the day your baby would arrive.

Some tips to get the most out of your pregnancy session:

• Schedule your session to take place between 32-36 weeks of pregnancy
• Wear loose clothing the day of your session so there are not lines from your clothing on your skin.
• Treat yourself to a professional make-up and hair appointment the morning of your session.
• Bring a variety of clothing from jeans with no maternity band, to button tops that open in the front and/or a belly band that can be used as a top.
• Relax and don’t be afraid to show off a little skin.

Some tips in finding the right photographer for you:

• The photographer should have extensive experience in pregnancy photography in order to know how to pose a pregnant woman in the most flattering way possible.
• Find a photographer whose work that you absolutely love and that you can feel comfortable with to share this most intimate and special time of your life.

For the next article, check out SH Portraits – Samara Hutches on “How to make sure your session is successful by preparing beforehand. http://www/.shportraits.com/blog

I always love to photograph this next client of mine. Not only is she absolutely adorable but her mommy always brings the cutest accessories for the photo shoots!

I received the opportunity to photograph this adorable family hanging out in their home recently.  Last time I was there, there was just one little girl who now is a big sister! It was so much fun lounging around and playing with their kids. I love photographing people in their homes just hanging out and being them. Here is a little peek at this oh so cute little family!