I had another fun family session this week! This time it was with the Badylak Fam. We met at one of my favorite little spots here in Kona, at the very end of Old Kona Airport Beach is a little path leading to a secluded beach….. 2 yr old Jack was all energy, but he did manage to look at me a little and I got some great shots!
Category Archives: Maternity
Ariane and Ruben, Kukio Beach, Big Island of Hawaii
I have a new found appreciation for maternity portraits. This time in a families life is truly a special one–there is so much excitement and anticipation around carrying a baby and then bringing one home. It’s also insane what the female body can do and photographing it is pretty amazing. Ariane and Ruben are outstanding individuals who make an even more outstanding couple. They were darlings to work with and I was reminded why I love what I do so much. I’m very excited to meet Naomi when she is born!
maternity photography
Ever since Demi Moore’s bold pregnancy photo graced the cover of Vanity Fair, women have been inspired to professionally document their pregnancies with maternity portraits. And no wonder, pregnancy is a fascinating time, bringing remarkable changes to women’s bodies.
A pregnancy portrait is not just a great souvenir, or the first photograph in your child’s baby album, but also a beautiful way to get used to and appreciate your new body image. Many women are not sure what to expect during a maternity photo shoot, but most leave feeling like they have spent a few fun hours being pampered and feeling beautiful. In my home studio, I use candles and music to help create a relaxing atmosphere.
With all the body changes during pregnancy, some women are not sure what to wear to a maternity photo session. My advice is to keep it simple and subtle, your husband’s dress shirt, a black or white lingerie robe, or a sarong and bikini at the beach. Simple thin clothing works well to show off the pregnancy and your belly, which is what we want.
You should wait until the third trimester before planning maternity portraits. That way I can capture the fullness of your belly. It is best to be close to the end of your pregnancy. Yes, you will be bigger and will have gained some weight, but this is part of the beauty of pregnancy. Capture the beauty of your big belly and be proud!