Maternity studio sessions are very planned & styled photo sessions that occur in a studio and take more time. Where inspiration can be manifested into magnificent beautiful beautiful-looking photos that are not found in an outdoor setting. We have a professional studio in Jacksonville at a private commercial building that offers plenty of space to create these magical-looking photos.
Maternity photography is a moment to capture your pregnancy and the exceptional feeling during this time. Generally, maternity photos are done around the 28-36 week time frame, however, if you are having twins perhaps earlier. Don’t wait to the last minute to schedule us we get booked up to 2-3 months in advance. We have a large commercial studio fully dedicated photography studio to create some of our fantastic work located in Arlington, Jacksonville FL. We have maternity & newborn packages along with 1st-year milestones. Additionally, our maternity clients can use our client closet filled with dresses, robes, and accessories. Take a look at our maternity photo gallery below.
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View our Maternity Packages
Additional Options
Additional Digital Images $25/each
Combine with milk bath $195
Special Add-Ons
Overlays added to photo $50/ea.
Composite images are starting from $95/ea.
Photos are delivered within 3 weeks of client selection
Rush Fee 72hr delivery – Starting from $150
View our Scenes
Scene selections are done after booking
White
Black
Gray
White w/ Spotlight
Black w/ Gobos Spotlight
The White Room with Window Light
Gold
Mocha
Sienna
Pink Texture
Circle wall
The Blue Lounge
The Golden Era
The Red Corner
The Mocha Ground
Hanging Canvas
Vintage Portrait Texture
The Purple Mood
The Golden Girl
View Our Dresses/Outfits
Free to use during your session- Selections are made after booking your appointment.
Couture Pink Tulle Robe
Extra voluminous sheer pink Tulle Robe. Pink slip available.
ONE SIZE
Peach Dress w/ Bishop Sleeves
Shoulderless dress with sheer bishop sleeves and skirt
MEDIUM – LARGE
Peach Open Front
Classy peach with exposed belly and extended length for dramatic poses
LARGE
Hot Pink Tulle
Open belly fluffy tulle gown
LARGE
Fitted Pink Sleevesless
sleek pink with long train and no sleeves
SMALL
Light Pink Fitted w/Train
pink fitted gown with off-shoulder sleeves and long sheer train
ONE SIZE
Pink Two Piece
Off-shoulder top and fitted skirt for contoured look with exposed belly
MEDIUM
Mauve Body Suite and Tulle Robe
Lush tulle robe with delicate lace bodysuit
MEDIUM – LARGE
Nude/Tan Tulle Robe
Lush tulle robe with elegant volume
ONE SIZE
Red Mamba – Dramatic Long Train
Long flying dress for extravagant and dramatic compositions
Medium
Red Tulle/ Satin Robe
Open front, luxurius and glamorous
ONE SIZE
Purple Fitted w/Train
Fitted purple gown with off-shoulder sleeves and long extended sheer train
ONE SIZE
Navy Blue Velvet
fitted, off shoulder sleeves, bold and luxurious feel
MEDIUM
Yellow Fitted w/ Butterfly train
golden yellow fitted dress with train that opens in the back
MEDIUM
Olive Green Glam
Custom Designed dress by IAMDeborah with removable cape and removeable gloves. Features stretch, embellished fabric with open slit and corset for adjustable sizing. Exlusive Dress for Carolennys Studios by Fashion Designer @iam_deborah_m
ADJUSTABLE TO SIZES 6 – 16
Light Blue Sheer Tulle Gown
Sheer gown with voluminous sleeves and open front
LARGE
Emerald Green Slitted
Deep emerald color with front slit and long bell sleeves
XLARGE
Emerald Green Sheet
Dramatic sheets for creative tosses and dressed for poses. Also available in Gold.
ONE SIZE
Light Blue Fitted Long Sleeve
long sleeve blue fitted gown with chiffon over cloak and extended train
XLARGE
Orange Tulle Robe
Voluminous sheer orange Tulle Robe with open front
ONE SIZE
Copper Silk Gown with 13ft Train
Extra Long and flowy gown for dramatic effect
ONE SIZE
Gold Marilla Dress
Elegant taffeta dress off-shoulder puff model design
ONE SIZE
Yellow Gold sheets
Dramatic sheets for creative tosses and poses. Also available in Emerald Green.
ONE SIZE
Off White Sheer Drape
Sheer drape for creative posing
ONE SIZE
White Lace Fitted Gown
White lace see-through gown with long sleeves. Best accompanied with you skin color neutral undergarments
MEDIUM
White Long Sleeve open Belly
long sleeves with open front, sheer extend skirt for dramatic poses
MEDIUM
White Lace Boho/Romance
White lace see-through gown with romantic off-shoulder sleeves
LARGE
Pearly White Sheer Dress
Shoulderless dress with sheer bishop sleeves and open front
MEDIUM – LARGE
Silver Chiffon w/Cloak
Silver fitted gown with chiffon over cloak and off-shoulder hanging sleeves, with extended train
LARGE
Black Lace Mermaid w/Tulle
Black lace fitted see-through gown with tulle mermaid bottom
MEDIUM
Black Lace Fitted Gown
White lace see-through gown with sleeves. Best accompanied with black undergarments
MEDIUM
Black Sleek Turtle Neck Dress
Fitted and contouring for high contrast images and emphasizing curves
MEDIUM – LARGE
Sleek Black Cut-Out Dress
Fitted and contouring for sophisticated and sexy high contrast images that show of your beautiful bump.
MEDIUM – LARGE
Rhinestone Bodysuit
This netted, rhinestone bodysuit is elastic and makes you look the bomb.com
ONE SIZE
Pearl Neck Piece
Pearl body chain bra necklace
ONE SIZE
Black Wavy Hat & Lace Gloves
long lace gloves, with moldable wavy hat
ONE SIZE
Flexible Angel Wings
Flexible Angel Wings for creative & dynamic poses
ONE SIZE
Crown of Pearls
Gold and white pearly crown to give a touch of elegance
ONE SIZE
Flower Halo Headpiece
Bold red floral halo crown/headpiece for dramatic and bold statement
ONE SIZE
Black Veil
long black veil for artist and moody poses
ONE SIZE
Sun Halo Goddess Crown
Gold Sun Halo headpiece with gold floral details
ONE SIZE
Starry Gold Halo Crown
A gold sun halo headpiece with stars at the tips
ONE SIZE
Halo Crown
A pleasantly simple gold sun halo crown
ONE SIZE
Gold Royalty Star Crown
Full gold crown for dramatic and luxurious look
ONE SIZE
Silver Rhinestone Full Crown
Elegant full crown for maternal glamour
ONE SIZE
Flower Crown – Pink/Peach/Red
Floral crown for maternal ethereal look
ONE SIZE
Large Red Rose Headpiece
Dramatic, large red flower statement headwear
ONE SIZE
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AN ELEGANT & TASTEFUL HOMAGE TO MOTHERHOOD
When thinking of your maternity session, it is important to decide what you would like out of your session and pictures. For some, a simple documentation of their bump along with their family is plenty to mark this moment. For others, it is an opportunity to showcase your changing maternal shape in a way that not only documents but honors the rite of womanhood. If this sounds like you, you might be looking for a Studio/Fine Art Maternity session.
Jacksonville Maternity Photography Guide
Pregnancy is a journey
Being a mom of 4 beautiful children, I understand the hardships that we must endure to create precious babies. Perhaps you have not reached these moments yet, from back aches, to feeling nauseous, swelling feet, and constant fatigue. We sometimes forget the most wonderful parts, from having radiant hair like never before, glowing skin, and extra curves in the right places. Embracing the benefits can help ensure that you have the confidence that you should feel and sheer joy of what is to come. Your path to motherhood in Jacksonville, FL has some advantages, like not having to deal with snow, even though when your overheating the cool temperature would be welcoming. When planning to do your Maternity photo session first thing you will have to think about is indoors or outdoors. While both have advantages and disadvantages, you have to think of what you would want to achieve from the photos. Below I put a pros & cons comparison to help with the decision process.
Sleep is an essential part of feeling & looking great. As sleep gets harder I would recommend investing in a body pillow to reduce back pain and tossing and turning all night. Taking extra moments to do nice walks will help relax you and reduce your stress. Yes all these things will help make your photography session turn even more magical.
Typically we like to schedule our maternity sessions between 28-36 weeks depending on your personal comfort and availability. Unless you have twins like I did, that changes the timelines a lot earlier. The goal is to have some roundness while also retaining enough mobility for posing. If you have specific ideas you would to discuss or questions in general feel free to contact us. Don’t worry if you are not sure how to pose and what to do, we will guide you along and help you pose while making sure you are comfortable and most importantly enjoying yourself.
We like to schedule newborns at the same time as maternity sessions, even though they are tentative dates. It helps us plan for their arrival. Plus, your first thought is not I need to schedule my photographer, when your giving birth, I reassure you it is not what you will be thinking about at the moment. But like most things when so much is happening in our lives, time will pass quickly and we will forget to schedule these or get to them too late to capture what we wanted in the first place. We do book far in advance to make sure we can accommodate changes and not overbook ourselves.
There is a large community in the Jacksonville Moms group and has lots of information you may be thinking about in the future. Check them out Jacksonville Mom and they even provide info on where activities are happening or meet-ups for parents.
Maternity Milk bath Session
I’ve done my share of maternity shoots, but I must certainly admit that whoever came up with the milk bath concept is pure genius!
Not only does a milk bath gloriously embody the matron-hood of a woman in the prime of gestation, the canvas that is created with the milk, flowers, and contours of a woman’s perfectly round belly create a divine composition with all of the principles of design uniquely converging into an epic work of art.
A frame perfectly balanced in its asymmetry, and a poignant rose on a curved belly that creates emphasis, contrast, and unity all at the same time, while sprinkled petals, flowers, and limbs radiate with rhythm and movement. Alas, it is a milk bath perfection.
This is an add-on option we offer in our studio for a maternity session.
Day of your Maternity Session
On your session day we strong encourage you to get plenty of rest the night before. Ensure to set aside any props, dresses, or special items you want to include in your photos. Arrive early, since sometimes traffic and other circumstances can cause us to be late.
Maternity Photography Session Tips
- Moisturize that belly!
- Gather your props to bring along – ultrasound printout, alphabet blocks that spell your baby’s name, baby shoes, stuffed animals, flowers, whatever you’ve seen in other maternity photos that you like.
- Wear whatever you feel comfortable and pretty in – We have a complimentary client closet, with many choices. However, you are welcome to bring in some of your own fits – long, flowy skirts, especially solids are nice, and strapless bras that coordinate with them. Tube dresses are great for showing off your shape. Bring a pair of regular jeans, not the belly panel ones. A button-up shirt also makes it easy to transition into showing your belly.
- If you’re doing semi-nude/implied nude photos, nipple covers or pasties can help you feel a bit more comfortable. Consider each gown choice and select appropriate undergarments: bras and underwear will create noticeable lines on your skin, so choose comfortable fitting or seamless underwear. Nude or skin tone colors are usually the most versatile, unless it specifically coordinates with the look.
- Do bring your significant other! Sweet couple photos can be a great way to capture the love in this special moment. If you are including a partner or children, they should bring outfits that coordinate with what you’ll be wearing. The focus should always be on you, your expressions, your emotions, your personality, your joy and your connection.
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Pros & Cons in Jacksonville Florida for Outdoor vs Studio Maternity session
We do both indoor & outdoor sessions
Our Commercial Studio is located at 1807 Rogero Rd, Jacksonville FL
We created a great list for our outdoor photo spots Here
Outdoor Maternity Sessions
Pros:
- Nature – natural elements in your photography like the beach
- Space – especially if you are brining your family to run around
- Energy – the appeal of being outdoors and freedom to move around
- Light – capturing the glow from a sunrise or sunset is only done outdoors
Cons:
- Weather – In Florida, weather is unpredictable. Rain, humidity, heat and wind can all be problematic factors.
- Comfort – Limited seating and comforts that you would want while pregnant are generally unavailable outdoors.
- Distance – some of the locations require lots of walking before you arrive to the specific spot for the photos.
- Bugs – it is Florida after all, we get lots of them. Sometimes they can create difficulties during a photo session.
- People – sometimes people like to get into your pictures or not allow space to take it at all.
- Privacy – changing rooms are not always available if a dress change is needed. Also, nude or semi-nude shots may be difficult to achieve, not to mention un-comfortable.
- Restrooms – not all locations have this available and can put unneeded pressure to accomplish desired photographic outcomes. (cleanliness in public restrooms can also be an issue)
Studio Maternity Sessions
Pros:
- Comfort – we climate control and plenty of comfortable seating for our mothers in waiting.
- Weather – don’t have to worry about rain, heat, humidity, or strong winds.
- Lighting- we can create effects with studio lighting that
- Privacy – In our private studio, we can limit who is in our building so that you can feel comfortable throughout your session, especially with nude to semi nude shots.
- Changing Areas- We have a dressing room with a full length mirror and make up counter for touchups throughout your session.
- Dresses – We have a vast client closet with plenty of wardrobe options that are only available for studio use.
- Fine Art Ready – Images will have a clean sharp look to them ready to print and display in your home..
- Restrooms – we have large, clean, ADA compliant restroom within our studio.
Cons:
- Posed looks – Won’t get that walking along the beach feeling here. However, we can still achieve candid feels that capture genuine emotions and connections.
- Sunsets – yeah those are only outdoors