A Beautiful Maternity Couple
Meet Kaylie & Justin. Two adorable, hilarious and beautiful humans. I am just going to leave it here and post away from our GORGEOUS maternity session together.
I mean such naturals right? For a couple that claimed they were so awkward when having their pictures taken I knew the moment we met that this was going out the window lol.
Amazing work guys…I am SO excited for you and how your maternity memories are part of your family heirlooms.
Thank you so much for coming in and wishing you all the best!
Till we meet again.
Petra
Rita's Maternity Session
It’s December and it’s been 5 months since my last Blog entry….;( Thank you 2021 lol! Wow guys, it’s been a year hasn’t it? I am going to jump right back in and get caught up with a TON of sessions that we had over this past year. Today, I am starting with Rita & Sebastian’s Maternity session.
Their story is a pretty cool one. Mom is from Hong Kong and Dad is from France. It’s not everyday that you get to hear about where couples are from. They were expecting a baby boy who has now since been born.
Here are a few more from the Classic Maternity session we had.
Wishing you all the best and look forward to seeing you in the near future for some milestone sessions!
Tips for looking your best for your maternity session: Oshawa Maternity Photographer Petra King Photography
I often get asked a lot of questions outside of our FAQ’s on the website. You know that, it’s ok! I am here to help and guide you and offer my expertise and advice for a stress free experience. For so many women, pregnancy is a time where we feel our most beautiful, feminine selves, but we all want to make sure that we look and feel our best in our maternity portraits. Here are 5 tips to help you do just that.
Time it right…
Scheduling your maternity session in general I suggest anywhere between 28-34 weeks works well. Your belly will be full and you will still be comfortable enough to move. Should you be having multiples, scheduling a month prior is probably best.
Prep your hands…
Your hands will be photographed in as much detail as your belly during your maternity session. A fresh manicure in a neutral shade or just buffed, will help your images look more polished. If you are still wearing your wedding rings, make sure they are clean and sparkle. If swelling has forced you to remove them, don’t try to force them on for your session.
Professional Hair & Makeup…
I highly recommend using a professional hair and make up artist to prepare you for your session. The camera has a tendency to wash you out, so having an expert to add additional contouring, toning and lashes will help your face look flawless. Even if you don’t normally wear a lot of makeup, a light professional application can still give you a natural enhanced look.
For hair, we all know that our hair never looks better than straight from the salon!
We believe in Professional Hair & Makeup so much that we have partnered with our friends at Priceless Beauty to offer you a special discount for your maternity session!
Wardrobe is everything…
Don’t be afraid to show off your changing body! We offer an extensive selection of dresses ranging from SM-2XL for our clients to borrow for their sessions. Dresses that help highlight your bump, curves and flatter you in just the right areas. Depending on your comfort level, you may want to have some semi nude or implied nude portraits taken for keepsakes. These types of shots are lingers sets, nude bra and panties, fitted t-shirts or oversized sweaters are great to bring along with you. If you are in doubt…bring it all. We will figure it out while in studio and what will photograph best.
Choose your Photographer Carefully…
Even if you follow all of these tips, hiring an experienced professional photographer is crucial to loving the outcome and experience of your maternity session. Trust and Connection are key. Find someone that makes you feel at peace from the start, someone that really listens to your concerns and wow’s you with their style and is reputable. Look at their reviews..see what people are saying!
A seasoned maternity photographer knows how to pose you, utilize lighting and can capture the most flattering images to document your pregnancy.
Pregnancy is such a sweet time for a woman and you deserve portraits that reflect that beauty. I would love to talk with you about your vision for your maternity session and help you bring it to life. Contact the studio here or call me at 289-892-6835 to set up a consultation.
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Having a baby is such an exciting but anxious time. I mean let’s just take a minute to cover just a “few” of the things that are running through the minds of new parents to be. Worry (am I right?) exhaustion from aches and pains of pregnancy, abundance of love already, curiosity who baby will look like, what the sex of baby will be (for those who kept it a secret) not to mention a gazillion other feelings.
Kathy & Mario came into the studio recently and I knew right away that they were excited but nervous. Wearing a mask I did my best to slow things down, to take the time to explain and let them know I am smiling under my mask lol. I am pretty sure that by now clients can hear the tones and genuine emotion when we chat. Just sucks that they can’t see that smile haaa.
These two were expecting a baby boy when they came in for their maternity session. Baby is finally here and both mom and babe are doing just fine. But let’s get back to this shoot.
We easily found the sweet spot with these two and it started with some togetherness, just being in one another’s arms and tender kisses was all it took to let the nerves go. I’d say they did pretty amazing wouldn’t. you?
If you are thinking of booking a maternity shoot and are curious to know WHEN is a good time? I typically book anytime from 28 weeks onwards. It really depends on how mom is feeling. Of course we want to see belly but we don’t want you feeling uncomfortable and not enjoy the whole experience. For more information be sure to check out our most FAQ’s found HERE.
We can’t wait to see you!
Until next time,
P
xo
We are Back Baby!- Studio Opened For Business.
Hey friends,
Wow…who knew that 2020 was going to turn out like this right? All I can say is I hope you and your family are well and staying safe. What a state the world is in for us and such crazy times. Meanwhile, one of the things keeping me happy these days is YOU. Being able to work again and do what I love, to reconnect and celebrate your milestones is awesome.
We have been working to keep up with all our reschedules, and welcoming new clients and friends to the PKP family too. It’s been amazing. However…it’s left little time for blogging so I apologize for the gap :)
So let’s just jump right back into it shall we?
Here is one of our recent’s in studio. This beautiful couple were so calm and connected with one another.
Preparing for a maternity session can seem so overwhelming. Knowing that you want to capture this special time in your life but also knowing that you want to look your very best at a time when you may not feel the greatest. At PKP we help you every step of the way. From wardrobe consults, to styling, our Hair and Makeup Team does a fabulous job as seen here with this gorgeous mama. We work with Priceless Beauty (@pricelessbeautygram) as seen on Instagram and our mom’s LOVE being pampered. The flawlessness and attention to detail matters and our mom’s simply GLOW.
Feel free to reach out for more information on how you can add Hair & Makeup to your maternity session. We promise you will love every single minute.
We can’t wait to meet you and baby bump!
Click here to Book Your Session!
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Meet Shannon!
Shannon and I met earlier this year when she came in for her pregnancy announcement portrait session with her whole family. You may remember it HERE. Such a beautiful, fun and innocence about that session that she shared with her son and hubby. We knew however, that we had to do another session just for mom!
For her maternity session we went with some more neutral soft floral accents. Shannon is stunning and the wardrobe we chose complimented her skin tones perfectly and showcased her feminine beautiful baby bump.
Motherhood is beautiful. YOU are beautiful mama…I have been so blessed to have the opportunity to work with so many of you amazing, inspiring women. It is such an honour and something that I am grateful to be able to do.
Being a mom of two I get it. Although mine are now teenagers you still don’t forget, empathize and are compassionate with all the things pregnancy brings. So when I say I get it…it’s because I know. During our consultations we get to know each other. The things you are concerned about, like, dislike…and releasing that trust in me to use my creativity and experience to create magical moments for you!
That alone is a big step!
Get to know your photographer. Do your research and most importantly resonate with them. When you are comfortable and allow yourself to enjoy the experience that is where the magic happens…
We can’t wait to meet you and pamper you and your beautiful baby bump! Feel free to contact the studio for inquiries and book your session.