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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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.
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Do you ever come across a mom to be and think to yourself…OMG she is just gorgeous and has natural beauty? Do you say to yourself, I would LOVE to photograph her? And before you know it you are babbling like a fool? NO? Ugh just me then lol.
That is typically the way it goes for me when I am out in public. I introduce myself and share what I do. I get so excited I end up giggling and before you know it the mom to be is in stitches and blushing over the compliments from this crazy lady in front of her lol.
This next mom to be I have been connecting with for the better part of a year now and knew that when she announced that she was expecting her 3rd I could not wait to photograph her. She exhumes this regal, calm and confidant mama that we all wish we could pull off as well as she does. Don’t get me wrong, she is stern and takes control with her littles when needed but her aura is captivating.
Meet Sahiya! She is one of our communities local Bloggers, Brand Repper and busy mom of 2. She came into the studio a few months ago for me to capture her last baby belly. You can follow her along on Instagram over at: @allthatshedreamed with her adventures as a mom, wife and supporting all things local!
Clean, simple and elegant transitions was the vision for her session. She was totally comfortable here and with subtle moves to guide her from one frame to another her shoot was flawless. We chatted, laughed, reflected and dreamed together during these fleeting moments in time. Thank you Sahiya for joining us in studio to capture this milestone in your life for you and your family to treasure. We can’t wait to see you back in the near future!
Sidenote…mamas I hear you.. You have shared with me some hard things. Some sad things and some growing things lately. I hear you.
Motherhood is a beautiful thing. However in the same breath, motherhood is one of the hardest jobs in the world. Postpartum takes a toll on you. You don’t feel like yourself and don’t know why. It is normal, it is SO common and it is OK to reach out and ask for help and support. This doesn’t make you any less strong, any less a “good mom” or wife. Having been there myself I know what you are going through. Please know that if you needed an extra ear to vent to, reach out to, or just simple be around. I am here for you too!
You got this…whether you feel like you do or not. Trust me…you got this.
Much love!
P xo
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Hello and good afternoon!
If you are new here to the blog welcome! For those familiar with this space welcome back ;) It is officially the first day of Summer here in Toronto and we couldn’t have asked for a better day. Sun is shining, fluffy clouds fill the air, breezy and a gorgeous blue sky for miles and miles. We are celebrating with florals and motherhood!
Although the sky is blue, you won’t find any in this next posting. Meet Stefanny. This stunning mom to be reached out to celebrate her pregnancy alongside with her hubby. This sweet couple are expecting a baby girl soon so we celebrated with pink and gorgeous elegant tones of chocolate peonies. Just take a look to see what gorgeous work Aspen Florist created and how effortlessly Stefanny glowed during her session.
We are wishing you a very smooth delivery Stefanny and can’t wait to hear the good news. Enjoy these beautiful memories. Both yourself and A took our breath away.
Thank you for choosing Petra King Photography! Your little girl is SO loved already!
Till next time
xo
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Mama’s clothing above is provided by Petra’s studio wardrobe and is available to borrow during your session.
Petra King Photography specializes in Maternity and Baby Photography in Oshawa and also specializes in custom Floral sessions for both couple maternity, maternity and baby sessions in the Toronto and surrounding areas, including: the Durham Region, Bowmanville, Whitby and Port Perry.
I would love to begin planning your luxury portrait session in my Boutique home studio. To see more of my maternity and baby portfolio, please click here and get in touch if this is something you’d love to do for your growing family.
If you are interested in a custom portrait session with Petra King Photography and would like more information, please click here and learn more about me and this beautiful experience.
I look forward to working with you and see you soon!
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Throwing it back to 2 years ago when this beautiful mom walked into the studio for her maternity session. We have come full circle now. Shy, quiet and admitting she has no idea what to do. She placed all her trust in me and said let’s do this. ;). As with all my sessions, we get to know you. We chat, we laugh and making you feel comfortable even if we end up chatting longer than expected. She was also one of my first maternity clients in the new studio space.
The above image was one that was in the moment. Often times you’ll find that I get into a zone and on a whim will say k…I have an idea lol. The mood, lighting and calmness of our session called for some texture and grounding. Resulting in this simplistic and natural image.
Mom and Dad came back into studio once the arrival of their first child was born. Sweet Sophie.
And now jumping forward to present day, mom emailed with some amazing news that they were expecting the arrival of their 2nd. This time we had the whole family in and the resulting memories are oh so adorable…wouldn’t you agree?
Stay tuned for their newborn session coming soon! I can’t wait to share it with you.
Creating beautiful memories for you and your growing family is something that I LOVE to do. Have questions? Let’s chat…feel free to email the studio today.
See you soon…
Petra
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Mama’s clothing above is provided by Petra’s studio wardrobe and is available to borrow during your session.
Petra King Photography specializes in Maternity and Baby Photography in Oshawa and also specializes in custom Floral sessions for both couple maternity, maternity and baby sessions in the Toronto and surrounding areas, including: the Durham Region, Bowmanville, Whitby and Port Perry.
I would love to begin planning your luxury portrait session in my Boutique home studio. To see more of my maternity and baby portfolio, please click here and get in touch if this is something you’d love to do for your growing family.
If you are interested in a custom portrait session with Petra King Photography and would like more information, please click here and learn more about me and this beautiful experience.
I look forward to working with you and see you soon!