Lisa Ann’s Maternity Photography Style

Hi there! I’ve been super busy this week with my maternity photography Miami shoots AND getting the word out about my exciting PPA medal news! I thought I’d share a bit about my maternity photography process with you in this week’s blog. Though each shoot is as unique as each woman that I photograph, there are some things that are sort of integral to my process.

Falling in Love

During each maternity photo shoot, I fall a little bit in love with my subjects. That may sound weird, but it’s true! I work closely with each beautiful expectant mother to tell the story of her pregnancy.  I truly believe that women are more beautiful when pregnant than at any other time in their life.  Taking my time is extremely important to find the most flattering positions and lighting for each mom-to-be.  Together we create stunning timeless portraits that can be passed down to the baby when they are grown.

pregnant woman stands on tip toes with red silk billowing behind herI want to reveal the grace and beauty of each client in every maternity portrait.

Anticipation—Planning the Session

I recommend that my clients schedule their maternity photography sessions between 28 and 35 weeks. I always suggest booking the session as far in advance as possible to be sure there’s an opening. Once the maternity photography shoot is booked, we discuss every detail of the upcoming session—mood, color palette, poses, etc. On the day of the shoot, they can just show up and I take care of everything.

My professional hair and makeup artist pampers each client throughout the session, ensuring they look and feel gorgeous. I use special lighting and offer a selection of fine silk fabrics, maternity gowns, and maternity bodysuits to create stunning portraits they can display on the walls at home or memorialize in an archival leather album.

pregnant maternity photograpahy shoot model stands nude with billowing red silk surrounding her.

Softness and Strength

Daianne Passarin Mauer was the perfect maternity photography subject — the CEO and Founder of Morango Brasil, a bikini company, she is a self-made swimsuit mogul who is strikingly pretty, savvy, and strong.

maternity photography shoot miami pregnant model in black lace leotard stands facing camera with one hand on her hip and one on her thigh.

You can find out more about her and her amazing company by visiting her Instagram page.

She visited my Miami maternity photography studio in the middle of her third trimester, and I wanted to contrast the calm anticipation in her expression with the passion and—let’s face it— the drama of the upcoming event.

color image of maternity photography shoot with nude model covering her breasts as she looks in profile at the future.

I use light and shadow to highlight each and every curve.
pregnant model wearing cream colored off-the-shoulder gown looks into camera lens as cream colored silk billows behind her
If you look closely, you can see three people in this one—the self-assured CEO, soft, unmade bed-like snuggly comfort of “Mama,” and the new star of the show—Bump.

A Bridge between the Past, Present, and Future

Inside every woman—even every pregnant woman—is a little girl. In a way, having a baby allows us to reconnect with that part of ourselves, rediscover our innocence and feel the blossoming of new hopes and dreams. The future includes so much more than we ever imagined, and it’s all waiting for us, just beyond that door…

pregnant woman nude from the waste up covers her breasts with one hand and her belly with the other in soft profile color image

South Florida Maternity Photography Studio

We specialize in fine-art maternity and newborn photography. For more South Florida maternity and pregnancy portraits, visit our gallery. For bookings and information on maternity, newborn and baby photography sessions contact us. 

Call us directly at 754.581.2133.

pregnant woman stands on tip toes with red silk billowing behind her