Atlanta Maternity Photographer | A foggy and drizzly winter maternity session

Katharine contacted me to schedule a maternity and newborn session. She and Howard were expecting their first baby, a little boy! At first, Katharine didn't think she cared about the location of a maternity session, but then realized she really wanted an outdoor session at the park location. No problem! She came to the studio with Howard, and chose two dresses that she really loved. Howard is one of the funniest people I have ever met, and he kept me laughing with his jokes and wit while Katharine was busy trying on pieces. We discussed what he should wear for the session, and Katharine asked to add on HMUA services as well. 

The day of her session, she came to the studio where Margaret, our HMUA was waiting for her. Margaret created a gorgeous waterfall hairstyle for Katharine and a beautiful clean beauty look for makeup. When I arrived it was starting to sprinkle and there was an incredible amount of fog. 

So, why didn't we reschedule the session? Simple: why should we? It wasn't pouring rain. The fog was incredibly unique and beautiful.  I actually LOVE overcast weather for shooting just as much as I love the bright and sunny days. The weather was a part of the story and it made their final images absolutely stunning. Katharine and Howard were up for it, so we headed to the location and the sprinkling rain turned into more of a mist and then stopped completely. 

We had a lot of fun during their session. Howard kept us laughing throughout, and Katharine looked absolutely stunning. When you feel beautiful and confident, it shows! 

Here are some of my most favorite images from this foggy winter session. I'm so glad it all worked out the way it did! I can't wait to share Katharine and Howard's newborn session images on the blog later this month! 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Clarissa

Clarissa contacted me for a studio maternity session. She was pregnant with her first baby, a little girl. She had previously gone the DIY route with a hobbyist friend, and realized that hiring a professional would ensure the results that she envisioned. She drove all the way from Hampton, Georgia to work with me! 

When Clarissa came into the studio, she told me that she had fallen in love with the images on the website and knew I was the perfect photographer for her. She tried on several pieces from the wardrobe and chose a lace dress and a split front dress as well since she knew she wanted a few bare belly images. All clients decide their comfort level. Some clients know they want bare belly images, and others know they don't. This is YOUR maternity session, so we will craft it to fit what you envision within the setting you choose.  We talked about all things pregnancy and afterwards, and had lots of fun chatting. She works as an ER trauma nurse, so I told her that it was likey that very little about being a mother would faze her since she's seen it all at this point! Clarissa definitely has the perfect personality and demeanor to work in the nursing field: she is calm and serene, and makes others feel at ease immediately. 

The day of her studio session, we arrived and began shooting. She had brought a flower crown with her to wear with one of the dresses. We do have a couple of options for flower crowns in our studio wardrobe as well! There was lots of laughter during the session and we had a great time. She looked absolutely beautiful in the dresses that she chose. When she saw her finalized images, she let me know how much she loved them and that she would let me know when her daughter was born. I'm excited to share images from her newborn session later this month, and the story about how that newborn session happened! 

*this session was photographed before the installation of our new white studio floors

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Traci & Lee

Traci contacted me to schedule a studio maternity session. She was expecting TWINS, and wanted to make sure she had photos to remember her pregnancy with them. I typically schedule twin moms at around 26-30 weeks since they tend to show sooner, and are less and less comfortable the further along they are. 26-30 weeks seems to be a great timeframe for a beautiful round belly and ease of physical movement. She and her husband Lee came to the studio for her maternity fitting, and she tried on several dresses. She chose a simple pleated dress and a split front chiffon one, since she knew she wanted to have some bare belly photos also. Lee and I discussed what he should wear while she was trying on dresses, and also got to know each other a bit. Dads can't always make it to the maternity fittings, but I always love it when they do. It gives us a chance to chat and makes the actual session day easy and comfortable since they've already met me and know what to expect. If your husband hates having his photo taken, I promise it will be as pain free as possible with me. Your husband won't be asked to do anything he's uncomfortable with, nor will he be forced to spend two hours having his photo taken. So far, I've gotten high fives from every dad that has worked with me and they all told their partner that I was pretty cool and I made the experience way more fun than they thought it could ever be. 

On the day of their session, Traci arrived and we got right to shooting! She looked absolutely gorgeous and I LOVED the way she chose to wear her hair! 

I'm such a lover of black and white images, and this session's images just look so beautiful in black and white. Clients receive both color and black and white edits of their final edited images in their gallery, but I'm choosing to share only black and white ones for this blog post.  

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photography | Kathleen & Owen | A mommy and me session

Kathleen called the studio phone at the very last minute to see if we could work her into our schedule for a maternity session... at 38 weeks pregnant. She is an actress out in Los Angeles and was living here temporarily while her husband was finishing up work on a movie set. She decided that she really wanted maternity photos with her little boy to document her pregnancy with her little girl and how sweet her little boy was. I happened to be at the studio working when she called, so we had her come right over from where she was shopping at Atlantic Station for a maternity fitting. 

When she arrived at the studio, she let me know that she wanted to dress more casually for part of the session in jeans and the shirt that she had on so she could tumble around with her son, and also wanted to wear one of the studio dresses for part of the session. I thought that was a great idea, so we set about trying on dresses, and she found one that she loved. She showed me sweater that she had just picked up for her son, Owen, and I thought it was absolutely perfect. We said our goodbyes and crossed our fingers that she wouldn't have little Miss Lily until AFTER her scheduled session.

Fortunately, Lily stayed in, and we met at the park location. It was an absolutely gorgeous and warm November evening. When they arrived, Owen had fallen asleep in the car and didn't wake up even when moved to a stroller. We decided to let him wake on his own since most toddlers aren't exactly the happiest when awoken! I started with solo images of Kathleen, and then Owen woke up. He was a little bit grumpy, but his curiousness about me and where we were won out.  When he heard that he got to play, run around, and hug his mommy, he was all about participating. 

I LOVED working with Kathleen and Owen, and was so happy that I was able to make a last minute session work for them! Kathleen chose to order a large mounted print of the first black and white image of them snuggling, and I thought it was the perfect choice. 

If you have waited until the very last second for a maternity session and are wondering if you should go for it... contact us! We'll chat about what you're hoping for, and see if we have any availability to get you in right away. No maternity client has ever regretted documenting such a special time in their life. We'll have fun, you'll look and feel beautiful, and you'll have a story to tell your baby about that time mommy waited until she was 38 weeks pregnant to book a maternity session.....

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Jessica & Daniel

Jessica contacted me in the middle of April to see if I had availability for a maternity and newborn session. She was expecting their first child, a baby boy! I responded and let her know that I had one opening left for April, and that it was three days away. She jumped at the chance to book her session, and came to the studio for a maternity fitting with her husband.

Jessica and Daniel have a pretty significant height difference! She is all of 5'2", and he is super tall at 6'6". She was a bit concerned that the dresses in the studio would be too long for her and not work well, but I assured her that many of the pieces work for a wide range of heights. We also have what seems like an unlimited supply of safety pins to temporarily fit clothing to more petite bodies! Jessica ended up choosing two dresses that she loved and looked gorgeous on her. Her husband opted to borrow one of the men's chambray linen shirts that we have on hand for men so he wouldn't have to worry about shopping with the session being so soon. 

We met at the field, and it was such a gorgeous evening. I LOVE shooting in the field year round, and it's absolutely beautiful when it's both cloudy and sunny - but I definitely just adore sun soaked images, and that's exactly the kind of evening it was. 

During the session Daniel kept crouching down out of habit. I let him know this wasn't necessary and to embrace the height difference. For some images when couples are snuggling, I do encourage dads to get as close as possible but ask them to do this how they naturally would. For some men that's bending at the back, others bend their knees. I want your images to be true to who you are both individually and as a couple. 

Here are just a few images from our fun evening shooting in the field. I absolutely loved working with this couple for maternity and newborn (check back tomorrow to see their newborn session!) and am looking forward to seeing them again for their son's First Birthday Session! 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Jasmine & Gregory in the studio

Jasmine contacted me to see if I had any last minute availability to photograph a studio maternity session. She and Gregory were expecting their first child, a baby boy, and were so excited! Jasmine knew she wanted a split front dress as she wanted some bare belly images, and she also knew she wanted something lacy. She found two dresses in the studio wardrobe that fit her vision perfectly. 

Jasmine and Gregory met through work and have been together for a long time. They are such a loving and affectionate couple, and we had a lot of fun during their session. I loved Jasmine's gorgeous braids and big smile. Gregory was so devoted to her and doted on her the entire time. Aren't they the sweetest?! I'm choosing to share my favorite black and white images from their session with me, but clients always receive both a color and black and white edit of each image. 

Congratulations Jasmine & Gregory! Your son is such a lucky little boy to have such loving parents like you. 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photography | A studio session with Adrienne & Dave

Adrienne and Dave came to visit me for a complimentary consultation at the studio in May for a consultation to meet with me and learn more about the booking and photography process. It was really important to them that they mesh well with their photographer's personality and develop a relationship. I love clients who want this, so I always welcome a meeting! They had also just relocated to Atlanta and were in the midst of moving into their new home, making plans for everything baby related, and in the next couple of days after meeting with me...Dave threw his back out. I didn't know this at the time, of course. I had been so busy at the studio with clients as that spring and summer were the busiest on record, so I assumed they were busy also or had found someone that was the perfect fit for them. Several months later in August, an email popped up in my inbox from Adrienne asking if she could book a maternity and newborn session, and apologizing for not getting in touch sooner. I literally only had ONE remaining date in my calendar for a studio session, and made room for another newborn on my calendar for them in October. 

When Adrienne came to the studio for her maternity fitting, she was a bit worried that we wouldn't have anything that would fit her. Adrienne is 4'11" and sometimes that height can be swallowed up in dresses. The studio wardrobe has seen clients from 4'11" to 6'3" and ranging from size 0 to 16 and we've always found options that will work for them! Adrienne was no exception. She fell in love with one of our fitted strapless lace dresses with a sweetheart neckline. The off white color complemented her skin tone perfectly! She also loved the backless taupe crinkle gown that is so popular with our clientele, and chose that as well.

Adrienne also decided to work with Margaret for her hair and makeup. Margaret is incredibly experienced with pretty much every skin tone (and undertone) as well as hair texture. I'll put it this way... everyone who chooses to work with our HMUA team is so glad that they did, and it makes the experience that much more fun! Maternity clients with studio sessions simply show up at the studio in advance of their session to be prepped. Enjoy a drink from the studio fridge, help yourself to snacks from the snack basket, chill out to some music (just play from your phone via Bluetooth on our studio Bose speaker), have a great conversation with your HMUA, and make some plans to go out for a meal afterwards to show off your gorgeous hair and makeup! 

I arrived about 10 minutes before our session start time to get set up for Adrienne's maternity session. Once she was finished with hair and makeup, we helped her get dressed and began the session. It was so much fun, and Adrienne and Dave are just so sweet together! She told me that she is Filipino and that Dave is Chinese, and that they are wondering who their baby will take after more. I think every parent wonders that... I know I did. Adrienne and Dave also decided NOT to find out if they were having a boy or a girl. I made the same decision with each of my three pregnancies, so I'm always so excited when a couple tells me they're not finding out - getting to see their anticipation and wondering if they're going to have a son or a daughter is always so fun. 

Here are some of my favorite images from their maternity session in black and white! Sometimes I love a session so much in black and white that I choose to share only those on the blog. Adrienne and Dave received their images in both color and black and white as the final images are edited in both formats.  

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Stephanie & Ben at the park

When Stephanie contacted us to learn more about our maternity and newborn sessions, she chose to book both. I love working with couples for both, and often see them for important milestones and then every year thereafter. 

Stephanie came to the studio for her maternity fitting and I saw right away that she had a free spirit and loved the bohemian look. I pulled two dresses that I knew she would fit in, and she fell in love with them immediately. They were perfect for her skin tone and her personality! She had initially chosen the studio for her session, but I let her know that I felt the park was a better fit for what she was envisioning and the dresses she had chosen. She agreed, and we changed it to the park location since I still had availability for that time of day. We discussed what her husband should wear, and she also elected to book HMUA services as well. 

The day of their maternity session was freezing cold and a bit windy. I am always a fan of wind during sessions because it adds such a beautiful and natural element that can't be replicated. I could follow clients around with a leaf blower, but I just don't think that would work as well. (Yes, I am joking) I assured her that I work quickly, and grabbed a blanket from my stash to bring along with us which came in handy for warming up in between. The blanket even made it into some of their final gallery images! :) 

We had so much fun during their session and laughed a lot. Ben was a little unsure at first (like most husbands!) but after about 5 minutes, he was having a good time too. The most common concern that my clients express is that they don't know what to do and are afraid they're going to look awkward. Listen. It's MY job to get you comfortable and having fun. We'll build a relationship of trust and communication at the beginning of your experience with me when you come in for your maternity fitting. During your actual session, you won't be left wondering what to do. I'm with you every step of the way. When you look at your images after the session, you'll smile and remember how much fun you had during, and that the moments were real moments and reactions and not faked. 

Here are some of my favorites from this gorgeous session! 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Ashley in the studio

When Ashley contacted me to schedule her maternity session in the studio, she let me know she was including her niece. I let her know I had lots of dress options for them both, and we scheduled their fitting to take place two weeks before their session. The fitting was lots of fun, and Ashley was a bit overwhelmed by all of the choices! She fell in love with two of the dresses and her niece absolutely loved one of the little girl dresses in our wardrobe too which was a perfect complement to both of the dresses that Ashley had choices. Her niece saw one of the flower crowns we keep in the studio and eagerly asked if she could wear it. The answer was, "Yes, of course!" We also talked about what her husband should wear, and I gave her specific examples and color palette ideas. Husbands can always bring multiple options from their closet and I'll help choose the best one the day of the session. 

On the day of the session, Ashley drove an hour from Cumming, Georgia and arrived with her husband and niece and we got started. Most of my clients are a bit nervous when we first begin shooting, and are worried they won't know what to do or will somehow mess things up. This doesn't need to be a concern of yours! It's my job to take care of things for you, and I will guide you the entire time as needed. Come in and plan to relax and have FUN! Your maternity session should be one of the happiest and best memories of your pregnancy, and even though you may not feel this way: you are beautiful. Trust me! 

These are a few of my favorite images from Ashley's session! 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | A winter maternity session in the park

Jessica contacted me in July to schedule her maternity session in the park because she wanted to be sure she had a spot on my calendar. Advance planning is definitely the way to go for guaranteed availability! When she came to the studio for a fitting, we got to know each other a bit and talked about what her husband should wear. I also gave some direction about what type of shoe she should choose to best complement her dresses.  

On the day of the session, it was a cloudy and chilly December day. It's a common misconception that you need to have sunny weather for your session to take place. I shoot in overcast weather when the sun is hiding, and I actually love the resulting images from overcast days. Also keep in mind that I'm photographing my subjects and their connection to one another...not the sunset!  

On my way there, it started to sprinkle. I wondered how heavy the rain would get and crossed my fingers that we would still be able to shoot. At the studio, I selected the best options for Taylor that they had brought with him to go with Jessica's wardrobe choices. We decided to make our way to the park location and take the risk of being poured on. That risk paid off into such an intimate and beautiful session that was so much fun. When we wrapped up, Jessica commented that she couldn't believe how easy and fun the entire experience was. This is something that I hear often from my clients, and what I strive for. I have the honor of photographing some of the most special times in the lives of my clients, so I want them to remember the experience as being absolutely wonderful from start to finish. 

I absolutely loved the dresses that Jessica chose from the studio wardrobe for her session, and am so excited to share these images. I cannot wait to meet Jessica and Taylor's sweet baby girl later this winter when they come in for her newborn session and first portraits as a family. 

If you're pregnant and considering a maternity session in the winter, don't be afraid to take it outdoors! I work quickly, and we can always wrap you up in a blanket in between as needed. If you absolutely hate the cold and it's just not a possibility for you, the studio is kept toasty warm and is also an absolutely gorgeous setting for maternity sessions. 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Newborn and Maternity Photography | The Studio Wardrobe

Did you know that my studio has an extensive wardrobe that I am always adding to with high end pieces of beautiful clothing? These are some of the most recent additions. Studio pieces range in sizing from 0-16, and are carefully chosen for their beautiful colors, flattering cuts, and gorgeous textures that photograph well. All booked clients are welcome to borrow from the wardrobe, and roughly 90% of clients choose to do so for their maternity, newborn, or family session.

What if you don't want to borrow from the wardrobe but you're not sure what you should wear? No problem! Part of the experience of being one of my clients is having a photographer who truly cares about your entire experience. I will help you shop your own closet or shop for new clothing that will fit your vision and photograph beautifully. I provide you with a style guide and am available to answer any questions you may have. Don't think that you must only wear neutrals or a flowing dress for your session I love color and jeans just as much as the next person! The trick is choosing a flattering and cohesive look for the setting that you're in. What is MOST important is that you feel beautiful and comfortable!  

Let's work together! I'd love to hear from you and begin planning your session. Contact me today to start the conversation. 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Muyun & Zihao in the studio

Muyun contacted me at the last minute for a studio maternity session, and I was happy to let her know that I had availability for her! Because it was such a last minute booking, we were unable to schedule a fitting beforehand, so we just allowed for extra time at the beginning to choose some dresses She loved two dresses in the studio wardrobe and we got started. Zihao was such a sweet husband! He was actually sick with a cold when they arrived, and was wearing a face mask because he didn't want to get anyone else sick. He took off the mask and held his breath for the couples images because he didn't want to risk getting Muyun sick with his cold so close to her due date. (I am happy to report that his preventative measures were effective as none of us caught his cold!) 

I can't wait to see their baby boy when they bring him in for his milestone session at 100 days old, which is celebrated in many Asian cultures. Those are such fun sessions to shoot, and I have no doubt he will be such an adorable baby! 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Whitney in the field

When Whitney contacted me to book her maternity session, she knew she wanted to shoot in the field. She was thrilled to be expecting a little boy, and wanted to document her pregnancy since this baby will be her only child. 

Whitney came to the studio with her own mother for her maternity fitting two weeks before her session, and we chatted about all things pregnancy and childbirth, and then started going through wardrobe selections.  Whitney was excited to use one of the flower crowns in the studio and chose two dresses from the studio wardrobe. Fresh flower crowns are also an option as I have a couple of fantastic local resources available to clients to have one made for their session! 

Our session together was so much fun! Whitney was a great sport and told me to have her do anything that would make a beautiful image. At the end of our time together, I asked if she'd be game for lying on the ground. She said, "I'll do whatever you ask because I trust you!" My favorite kind of answer - creativity license makes for the BEST and most fun sessions. When I have a maternity session with just mom participating, we don't have couples photos and as much help to get down on the ground and back up - I remember all too well what it was like trying to get up and down with a pregnant belly.  

Whitney loved her images and chose several for wall art in her home and to gift to her mother and grandmother. Here are a few of my favorites - isn't she absolutely gorgeous?! 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Fun loving soon to be family of four

Kea contacted me to reserve a family maternity session and a newborn session. She waits to find out if she's having a boy or girl until birth, and I did the same with all three of mine. Kea and her family came to the studio for a maternity fitting. When toddlers are involved I always enjoy meeting them in advance of our session together as it often helps break the ice so they don't feel like a total stranger is photographing them. Kea chose one dress from the studio wardrobe and elected to wear one of her own. Her daughter also wore one dress from the wardrobe and one of her own. We had so much fun during their session. A lot of clients ask what a family session looks like, and I tell them "Like a maternity session with a family, minus interaction with a pregnant belly!" My session goal is to create beautiful and authentic images from genuine emotion and connection between family members. This family is such a happy and loving family, and they are such a joy to work with. I can't wait to share images from their baby's newborn session! 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Yetsie & Roger

Yetsie called the studio to ask questions about a maternity session with me, and was thrilled to hear that she could borrow from the studio wardrobe. Many clients are glad to hear they won't have to deal with shopping while pregnant, and won't have to purchase a dress they may never wear again. She and her husband came to the studio for her maternity fitting, and she chose two dresses from the wardrobe that she loved. It was so much fun getting to know them at their fitting, and I couldn't wait for their session!

Margaret met Yetsie at the studio in advance of her maternity session and prepped her hair and makeup. Margaret is amazing and loved by all of my clients who have used her - roughly 75% of clients choose to add on her services to their session. Sitting in her chair is like hanging out with an old friend, and the results are perfection.

When I arrived, Margaret was just finishing up, so we got started. I loved the gowns that Yetsie had chosen. Roger was such a fun and willing participant, and we all had such a great time in the hour we spent together. Isn't she absolutely gorgeous? 

After their maternity session, Yetsie asked to book a newborn session with me as well. I can't wait to share the gorgeous images of their sweet baby girl who looks EXACTLY like her mama! 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. I can't wait to meet you!

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Candace & Brandin

Candace contacted me in her first trimester to learn more about maternity and newborn sessions, and came to the open house back in May to meet me. When she attended the open house, she fell in love with the studio setting and decided to shoot her maternity session there. She wanted to avoid the heat of the summer outdoors, and she just loved the look. 

Two weeks before her session, she came in to try on dresses, and fell in love with two. She wanted to show off her belly, but didn't want all bare belly images. The dresses in the studio wardrobe can be worn open or closed depending on your preference. Not everyone wants a bare belly image, and that is more than ok! All booked clients have access to the wardrobe which has pieces that fit sizes 0-16 and suit a wide array of tastes from boho to glam.

On the morning of their session, I met Brandin, Candace's husband. He was a bit apprehensive about photos as most dads are, but he knew how excited his wife was so was willing to participate. Most guys don't enjoy having their photos taken, but I make the experience fun and painless for them. I can't tell you how many clients have later remarked at how surprised they were at what a good time their partners ended up having! I'm not going to tell your husband to kneel and kiss your belly, or put his hands in the shape of a heart. My sessions are about genuine emotion and authentic connection. All you have to do is show up, and I will take care of the rest in a natural way that isn't awkward. I promise! 

During their session, we talked about our guesses whether baby was a boy or a girl! That's right: Candace and Brandin decided to wait to find out... just like I did with all three of my babies. You'll have to check out their newborn session to see if they had a son or daughter! 

A lot of clients ask if they will receive all color or all black and white images in their gallery, and the answer is...both! Candace and Brandin's session was such a gorgeous one, and I've chosen to share all black and white images from their session for this blog post. 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film to hear about my philosophy when it comes to shooting and to see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. Come to the Studio Open House this weekend on Sunday, September 25 from 2-5 PM if you're free. It's the last one in 2016 and the next one won't be until late January 2017. I can't wait to meet you!

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Caroline & Ruben (and Snack Pack)

Caroline contacted me early in her pregnancy to reserve her maternity and newborn sessions. She came to the studio to visit early in her second trimester, and brought her adorable pup Snack Pack along!

Two weeks before her maternity session, she came to the studio to try on pieces from the wardrobe and decided on her favorites. All clients have access to the studio wardrobe which has a wide range of styles in sizes 0-16. Most dresses are based on bust size, not overall size, and accommodate your growing belly. Even if you choose not to wear something from the wardrobe, I still love to meet when possible and see what you and your partner are planning to wear so that we can make sure it's cohesive and makes the most sense for the location you've chosen for your maternity session! 

The maternity fitting is also a chance for us to get to spend some time together so when your session takes place you don't feel like you're being photographed by a complete stranger. I love getting to know my clients as people.  I firmly believe that a huge part of why my sessions are so much fun is because of the initial time spent together before the shutter even clicks.

Caroline also chose to add on hair and makeup services with Margaret, our HMUA, which I always strongly recommend. You're pregnant, and you deserve to be pampered. Why not make a fun day of your maternity session experience and then go out for a date with your partner after it's all over to show it all off? Margaret is incredible at what she does, and will make you look and feel like the most beautiful version of yourself. You will not look in the mirror and think "Who is that person?", but you'll think, "Wow - I didn't know I could look like this with makeup!" 

Some couples don't need much direction in the way of natural interaction because they just ignore the fact there's a camera there. That would definitely describe these two: I simply placed them where I needed them, and they took care of the rest. I loved shooting this session and working with this sweet couple and soon to be family of four. Here are just a few of my favorite images from their session! 

Ready to reserve your maternity session? Contact me today to begin planning - I can't wait to meet you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Priti & Paras in the Gardens

Can you believe it's September already? My next studio open house is coming up on September 25th from 2-5 PM. Come check out the studio and meet me, or if you're a previous client, come say hi! You can click this link to sign up. 

This year has flown by, and I have loved working with so many clients here in Atlanta over the past few months for their newborn and maternity sessions! 

When Priti contacted me, she was so excited to learn that she could borrow from the studio wardrobe for her maternity sessions. She was very busy at work and didn't have the time or desire to go shopping for something to wear. She picked out two gorgeous and comfortable dresses for her session in the gardens, and we discussed what her husband should wear. 

I love the gardens location for the sweeping stone staircase, Grecian columns, hedged paths, and beautiful architecture. This particular session was actually shot in March on a cold day, and it is gorgeous year round! I love so many of the images from their session, and am sharing a few of my favorites from their session in this post! 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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 birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Angela & Brandon

Angela contacted me to reserve a maternity session in the midst of moving to the Grant Park neighborhood, where my studio is located. They came in for their maternity fitting, and Angela asked me if we could incorporate her mom's scarf in their session. Angela had been very close to her mom, and had to say goodbye to her when she passed away from cancer. I thought this was such a wonderful way to honor her mother and make her a part of their experience since she isn't physically with Angela anymore. The scarf matched the dress she chose perfectly. When she wrapped the scarf around her standing in the field, we all teared up thinking of the special relationship with her mother and the fact that Angela would soon be a mother herself. 

Photographing Angela and Brandon was fun and relaxed, and seeing the love these two have for each other was very heartwarming! 

When I look at this image, I imagine Angela's mom giving her the biggest, longest, warmest hug. I know she's so proud of her.

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer here in Atlanta, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film 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. You can also sign up for my studio open house next month on Sunday, September 25th from 2-5 PM. I can't wait to meet you!

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | To bare the belly or not?

Many of my clients want to show off their belly in a discreet way for their maternity session images. My studio wardrobe has several split front gowns available to accomplish this, and we will talk about what your vision is and how much you want showing. Not every pregnant woman wants her legs to show, or wants her entire belly to show. There are lots of things we can do in terms of draping to achieve the vision you have for your images. If you have stretch marks or a scar from a navel ring that you feel self conscious about, these are things that can be removed in the editing process if you so desire.

I also have many clients who want more of a budoir feel for their images and wear a chemise, robe,  or just a bra and panties. I do not post more revealing images online on my portfolio or social media in the interest of privacy and discretion. 

Don't want any bare belly photos? That's totally okay too! Your comfort and vision is what I honor. The beauty of the split front dresses are that they can also be worn closed... and the studio wardrobe has many, many other options where no bare belly is shown.

If you're pregnant and looking for a photographer for your maternity and/or newborn sessions, I would love to work with you! We will create images that you will love for a lifetime and pass down to your children.  Want to learn about my philosophy and how I work? View this short 1.5 minute film which sums it all up.  Want to stop by the next studio open house? Sign up here.  Ready to reserve your session? Contact me to begin planning! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.