Katherine contacted us to book a maternity session and let us know that she had been referred to us by a few nurses on her floor. I immediately knew which floor it was because we have literally had FIVE nurses from the same floor come to us! :) I love when our clients loved their experience so much that their friends know they’ll be taken good care of too.
After looking at the locations, Katherine chose to book a maternity session with us at the park location. When she came in for her maternity fitting, she informed me that her husband didn't enjoy having his picture taken and would probably feel super awkward. I told her not to worry at all. I really love working with dads and have lost count at how many have told me they enjoyed the experience after initially thinking it would be something they just had to survive and get through. Dads like really clear direction and knowing what to expect, and I make sure they get that! My sessions are not dragged out and never ending, and your guy will feel comfortable with me and my direct but laid back approach quickly.
Katherine came in to the studio for a fitting, and after looking through several options, she chose two lace dresses from the wardrobe. One was a gorgeous cream off the shoulder dress, and the other was a steel blue dress that looked beautiful with her eyes. We discussed what her husband should wear, and she asked for my opinion on whether she should add hair and makeup services. My opinion is always, absolutely, yes - you will not regret it! This is coming from a gal who doesn’t wear makeup or even own any - but you can bet that I work with a member of our team whenever I am stepping in front of the camera. Our hair and makeup team is absolutely incredible, and each artist will work with you to create a look that is true to who you are tailored to your specific preferences. If you want classic and clean or want a bit more dramatic glam, they can do it. They collaborate WITH you during the process, and they’re just wonderful. She ultimately did decide to add on hair and makeup services and met Brielle at the studio the afternoon of the session to get ready.
I met them at the park on a beautiful and sunny fall evening with her dresses, and while Katherine was getting changed into her first dress, I chatted with Daniel and got to know him a bit. I could tell he was a bit nervous and not really looking forward to this, but absolutely loved his wife and wanted him to be happy. I let him know that being nervous wasn’t necessary because I was going to tell him exactly what to do and would literally nudge him into the right position if he wasn’t there. He was visibly relieved to hear this and it didn’t take him long at all to relax! Because my primary focus is on love and connection between my subjects rather than “Ok, please look at the camera and smile” formal and stuff portraits, your guy just has to focus on YOU. Most expectant dads look at their pregnant wives and start thinking about everything that the future holds, and they start smiling all on their own without any help from me. How can you not smile when you’re looking at the only part of your life that truly matters?
Enjoy a few of my favorite pictures from their session!
If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. I can't wait to meet you!
Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and family photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.
