MATERNITY

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Hair and Makeup services are available as an add on!

Your maternity session should be an amazing and fun experience. My goal is for my clients to feel comfortable, confident, and gorgeous. That's why I have an array of beautiful gowns and pieces that fit a range of size 0-16 available for my clients. No need to shop for a dress you'll likely never wear again. 

I'm always thinking of ways to make the studio experience absolutely one of a kind for my clients. If you haven't watched this 1.5 minute video about my philosophy and how I work, I encourage you to do so.

Did you know that I partner with an absolutely amazing hair and makeup artist here in Atlanta? Margaret has a key to my studio, and will meet you here in advance of your session. If you're a newborn client, she'll meet you when you arrive and get started while I begin the session with your baby. You'll hop up on the makeup chair, show her the dress(es) you plan to wear from the studio wardrobe, and she'll start her magic while you enjoy some refreshments from the studio fridge and snack basket. Your partner can relax on the couch while you're being worked on.  

This gorgeous mama worked with Margaret for her makeup, and the results are absolutely stunning. Kisha commented that she never would have been able to pull this look off herself, and was so happy to have everything taken care of for her. I can't wait to share the rest of the images from Kisha's session in the near future! 

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Margaret has worked with many of my newborn and maternity clients. She understands exactly how to create the look that is most beautiful in the studio - and most importantly - she enhances the beauty that is already there. The last thing I want is for you to look at your images and feel unrecognizable. If you're interested in adding on Margaret's services, be sure to ask when you reserve your session!

Contact me today to begin planning your newborn or maternity session. I can't wait to work with you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Newborn & Maternity Photographer | My philosophy and how I work

If you're like me, you want to know about the person you're inviting into your life to document what will become some of your family's most treasured images. I worked with an amazing videographer to create a short video of Lily Sophia Photography studio experience, and I share my philosophy and approach.

 If you're pregnant in the Atlanta area and interested in booking me for your maternity and/or newborn session, I'd love to chat more about how I can make it one of the best experiences you've ever had. I love each and every one of my clients, and I highly value and care about them. The entire experience is designed around making it as seamless and stress free as possible for my clients. As a mom of three, I know where you are. I get it.  Most of my clients return time and time again as their families grow, and I love the long term relationships that I have developed over the years.  

If you're ready to reserve your newborn or maternity session, just contact me to start planning your session! It's never too early to book to guarantee my availability. I typically book months in advance and am currently booking all the way into October 2016. I can't wait to work with you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Manasa and Shiva

Manasa contacted me in November to reserve her maternity session in the field for mid February. We met on a chilly and windy day at the field, and they were both total troupers! I work very quickly and shoot with two camera bodies with my two preferred lenses rather than switching lenses constantly to be efficient for my clients. Nobody wants to stand out in the cold or heat any longer than necessary. My sessions do not incorporate cheesy poses or props because I want you to look natural and have fun together! I'll give my clients some guided direction if they're a little nervous, but in only takes a few minutes before we're all laughing and having a good time. Being photographed should be an experience that you enjoy, not a painful or awkward one! My entire client experience is designed around this philosophy. I love hearing my clients say, "That was so much fun!" after the session is over, and that's exactly what I strive for. 

We took a couple of quick breaks for Manasa to warm up a little bit, and had a lot of fun. Here are some of my very favorite images from their session! 

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I'd love to work with you to create beautiful images of your pregnancy to have forever. My spring and early summer are almost full, so please reserve early in order to secure our time together. Maternity sessions are best scheduled between 30-34 weeks. Contact me today, and let's start planning your session. I can't wait to meet you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Shannon

Things are quite busy here in the studio with bookings all the way through September 2016! As a result, I don't always have the time to blog my sessions.  However, I do love posting recent session photos to my Instagram account. If you're on Instagram, let's connect! 

Shannon came to the studio in Grant Park for her maternity session on a cold January day. She brought nothing except herself, and made herself comfortable with a drink from the studio fridge as she sat in the hair and makeup chair. I've partnered with a fabulous HMUA who will meet you here at the studio if you want to add on her services to your maternity or newborn session. Margaret understands exactly how to apply your makeup and do your hair to make your images absolutely stunning - but the best part is that you still look like yourself!

After Shannon's hair and makeup were ready to go, we did a few test shots to make sure nothing needed to be adjusted. Then came the fun part of selecting the different dresses. I always enjoy making suggestions of dresses to wear from my studio wardrobe for my clients, because I know what will look beautiful on different body types. Client personality comes into play too, as some clients love a boho look, others love ethereal, and others love a little glamour. I've got something for everyone!

 Dresses: from studio wardrobe, HMUA: Margaret Snider

Isn't Shannon gorgeous?!

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I'd love to work with you to create gorgeous images of your pregnancy. We will have lots of fun: guaranteed. I really enjoy getting to know my clients, and even if you're not comfortable in front of the camera or in your new pregnant body, you'll feel like we're old friends by the end of our time together. Reserving your maternity session early is recommended in order to guarantee my availability, but I will do my very best to fit you in if you waited until the last minute. I can't wait to meet you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | All the way from Nashville

When Amber contacted me a few weeks ago about reserving a maternity session in the studio, I noticed that her area code was for Nashville, TN. I found out that she actually lived in Nashville and was driving four hours to Atlanta for her session! This is not the first time I've had a client drive from several hours away to work with me (I've had clients from Michigan and South Carolina come for sessions with me), but I'm always honored when I hear clients want to spend extra travel time to have me be their photographer. Amber came to the studio the weekend before her shoot for her maternity fitting and to look through the dresses. She had seen several dresses already that previous clients had worn, and knew exactly what she wanted to try on. I think she tried on over 10, and selected a total of three. The following weekend she returned to the studio with her husband, and we had a lot of fun shooting her session! She looked absolutely gorgeous in the dresses that she chose, and I'm so excited to share more from her session over the coming weeks. 

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Ready to book your maternity session? I have very limited availability remaining for 2015 and have already started filling my calendar through March 2016! If you waited until the last minute, please contact me - if I am able to make it work for you, I will. I don't want anyone to miss the opportunity to have maternity images because this is such a special time in your life that will never happen again with this baby. If the gardens aren't the location for you, the field is a gorgeous location for those who love the outdoors and sunset light. Indoor studio sessions are offered for those who don't like the outdoors or want a more private location. Contact me today to begin planning your session, and watch this short 1.5 minute film to see what the experience of working with me is like. I can't wait to work with you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | A Sweet Moment in the Gardens

When Shay contacted me to reserve her maternity session, she set up time to come to the studio for a complimentary wardrobe fitting and to meet me beforehand. She wasn't sure which location she wanted to shoot in and was between the field and the gardens. After discussing what she would be wearing and what her vision was for her maternity photos, we determined that the gardens would be the best location for her. We really wanted to showcase her gorgeous fitted gown and beautiful growing belly! The dress and sash are a part of my studio wardrobe available to all booked clients! 

I loved working with Shay and her husband, and we had a lovely time in the gardens documenting sweet moments between the two of them. This is one of my favorite images, and the one that they chose for wall art. Doesn't she look stunning?

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Ready to book your maternity session? I have very limited availability remaining for 2015 and have already started filling my calendar through March 2016! If you waited until the last minute, please contact me - if I am able to make it work for you, I will. I don't want anyone to miss the opportunity to have maternity images because this is such a special time in your life that will never happen again with this baby. If the gardens aren't the location for you, the field is a gorgeous location for those who love the outdoors and sunset light. Indoor studio sessions are offered for those who don't like the outdoors or want a more private location. Contact me today to begin planning your session, and watch this short 1.5  minute film to see what the experience of working with me is like. I can't wait to work with you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

 

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | The Gardens

For the past year, my maternity sessions have had a choice of two locations: the field or the studio. I'm excited to announce a third location choice: the gardens! This special location is in intown Atlanta, and I shoot sessions there on weekdays during the late afternoons. There is very limited weekend availability for this location. The gardens are perfect for those who prefer a more manicured look with gorgeous architectural features - many of which are shown in the images below. 

I loved shooting this session in the gardens last winter. Even though it was freezing cold in the month of December, my clients toughed it out and the final images were totally worth it! As a note, these dresses are not in my studio wardrobe as my client purchased them months before her session. I have many lovely options available for clients that would look beautiful in the gardens, and I offer complimentary styling assistance if you prefer to shop for your own outfit or use pieces already in your closet. 

My maternity sessions are almost full for the year - I have limited availability remaining for 2015! 

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Ready to book your maternity session? I have very limited availability remaining for 2015 and have already started filling my calendar through March 2016! If you waited until the last minute, please contact me - if I am able to make it work for you, I will. I don't want anyone to miss the opportunity to have maternity images because this is such a special time in your life that will never happen again with this baby. If the gardens aren't the location for you, the field is a gorgeous location for those who love the outdoors and sunset light. Indoor studio sessions are offered for those who don't like the outdoors or want a more private location. Contact me today to begin planning your session, and watch this short 1.5 minute film to see what the experience of working with me is like. I can't wait to work with you! 

 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

 

 

 

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | In the studio

Laura contacted me at the last minute for a maternity session. She had taken a while to show in her pregnancy (a problem lots of us tall girls have, including me!) , so she decided at 36 weeks that she wanted to document her pregnancy. She decided on a studio session, and she came to my studio on Monday afternoon.

The first thing she did was go through all of the studio wardrobe options, and I made a few suggestions for what to wear. We had fun chatting during her session, and she was just a lovely client. I can't wait to share more images from her session, but for now, I'll post one of my all time favorite studio shots. Isn't she absolutely glowing?

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Ready to book your maternity session? I have very limited availability remaining for 2015 and have already started filling my calendar through March 2016! If you waited until the last minute, please contact me - if I am able to make it work for you, I will. I don't want anyone to miss the opportunity to have maternity images because this is such a special time in your life that will never happen again with this baby. The field is a gorgeous location for those who love the outdoors and sunset light. Indoor studio sessions are offered for those who don't like the outdoors or want a more private location. Contact me today to begin planning your session, and watch this short 1.5 minute film to see what the experience of working with me is like. I can't wait to work with you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Happiness matters

When Myka contacted me at the beginning of the summer to ask about a maternity shoot, I was excited! Myka is the mastermind and entrepreneur behind WAX Atlanta, BLINK Brow Bar, and BUFF Nail Bar, which is over by the Krog Street Market. She also has one of the coolest lifestyle blogs over at HighBrow Hippie. I've been a client at Wax almost since it opened, and I can't recommend the salon highly enough. If you're in Atlanta, definitely go and check them out for your pampering or waxing needs and then head over to the Krog Street Market for a bite to eat! 

Myka's maternity shoot was ... in a word, FUN. Exactly how a pregnancy photoshoot should be. I'm not about the forced smiles or the fake cheesy poses where you look uncomfortable or awkward. I want to capture your pregnancy glow, and your real happiness and laughter. This is how you should remember one of the most special times in your life. I want my clients to look at their images and smile. Myka did just that when she viewed her images in the studio today, because she remembered exactly what her partner had said that she was laughing about and how happy she felt in that moment. This, my friends, is what photography is about for me. Emotional connection and powerful images to turn those happy memories into a tangible piece of history to hold onto forever. And when your baby is 5 years old, you can show them how happy you were when you were pregnant with them and how much they were loved and wanted before you had even held them in your arms. 

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Ready to book your maternity session? Indoor studio sessions are also offered for those who don't like the outdoors or want a more private location. Contact me today to begin planning your session, and watch this short 1.5 minute film to see what the experience of working with me is like. I can't wait to work with you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Waiting on Baby Harper

Gerica contacted me several months in advance of her maternity session. Her maternity pictures were extremely important to her, and she had a specific vision in mind. My work lined up with that vision, so I was pleased to work with her. She sent over several photos of dresses that she was considering for her session, and I gave her my input and advice on the best selection and sizing. The dress she chose was perfect, and had split front to allow for some of the open front bare belly images that she wanted.

Gerica's husband was a real sweetie and lots of fun to be around. He high fived me at the end of our session since it only took about 25 minutes! I keep my maternity sessions easy for expectant parents and don't require them to move around a lot. My sessions are about natural interaction and emotional connection between couples. We always end up laughing a lot - every dad comments at the end about how much easier (and fun) it was then they thought it would be! 

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Baby Harper has since arrived and is GORGEOUS just like her mommy! Congrats to the new parents! 

Ready to book your maternity session? Indoor studio sessions are also offered for those who don't like the outdoors or want a more private location. Contact me today to begin planning your session, and watch this short 1.5 minute film to see what the experience of working with me is like. I can't wait to work with you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | New additions to the studio wardrobe!

I love having a studio wardrobe for clients. It's one less thing for you to worry about when planning your session, and so many of my clients are relieved that they don't have to shop for something while pregnant. I have an assortment of dresses to fit XS-XL and for every kind of body type. Some clients love their arms and want to show those off, while others would prefer to keep them covered.

The best part of my studio wardrobe? The pieces aren't just for maternity clients - they're for newborn clients and family sessions too! I carefully hand select all additions to my studio wardrobe to fit BOTH pregnant and non pregnant moms. Who has the time or energy to pull together an outfit to wear for their newborn family photos?  All pieces worn are professionally cleaned afterwards for the next client. If you'd like to see what the experience of working with me is like, take a few minutes to watch this short film of me in action. My clients say it depicts me perfectly! 

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All of the above dresses are recent additions to the wardrobe. Aren't they gorgeous? Don't want to wear something from the studio wardrobe? That's totally okay! As part of the Lily Sophia Photography client experience, I provide styling assistance to you. Sometimes that means I send you links to shop with, I come to your home to see your closet, or we meet up at one of my favorite stores to shop! I believe that having your photos taken should be a wonderful and low stress experience, and I do everything I can to ensure that for you.

Ready to reserve your maternity, newborn, or family session? Contact me today to begin planning. I can't wait to work with you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Newborn Photographer | Follow me on Instagram!

Are you on Instagram? I am! My username is LILYSOPHIAPHOTOGRAPHY. Instagram is one of my favorite mediums for posting photos and to share what's going on with Lily Sophia Photography. I post of mix of personal iPhone photos and client images.

 If you're a client and post photos from your session to Instagram, I'd love to see what you share  - just hashtag your post #lilysophiaphotography!

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Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | An intimate studio session

My maternity sessions are not all done outdoors. I have many clients who choose the studio. Sometimes it's because they aren't outdoor people, and Atlanta can be oppressively hot during the summer! And sometimes it's because they prefer more intimate maternity images. This gorgeous mama and I had so much fun shooting her session in the studio! Erica arrived with her hair and makeup done, and looked absolutely fabulous!

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Many clients are nervous about the way they look since the body changes so much during pregnancy. Rest assured, I know exactly how to photograph pregnant mamas at the most flattering and beautiful angles. You may be nervous at the beginning of our session (this is normal!) but I promise to have you laughing and relaxed by the end! If you want to see what the experience of working with me is like before contacting me, just watch this short 1.5 minute film. All of my clients have stated it depicts me perfectly! 

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Erica loved many of the options that I have available for mamas, and chose several for her session. We laughed so much and became quick friends.  Doesn't she have the most beautiful baby belly and smile? 

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Ready to schedule your studio maternity session? Contact me today to begin planning  - I can't wait to work with you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Enjoying the Wait

This sweet couple was such a joy to work with! They drove over an hour to have me photograph their maternity session. Mama's sister is a professional photographer from back home in Iowa and helped her choose a photographer here in Atlanta… which just so happened to be me. I seem to photograph a lot of photographers and their family members, which is just fine with me! This couple elected to wait until delivery to find out if they were having a boy or girl, which I think is just so much fun. (I waited to find out with my two girls until they were born, so I may be a little bit biased!) 

What's your guess? Boy or girl?! 

I've been so lucky with gorgeous weather this summer for all of my sessions, and this was no exception. The weather was cooler, and the sunset was perfect with just a few clouds overhead. We shot their in 26 minutes. My maternity sessions take no longer than 30-45 minutes, so almost every single expectant dad is a big fan when we wrap up. I've heard stories about outdoor sessions taking up to two hours, and just can't imagine how that's any fun. 

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To schedule your own maternity session contact me today! I have one session remaining for July, and one remaining for August on my calendar. I want all of my clients to have the best experience possible, so I do not fill my schedule with multiple sessions every week. Your images are important to me, and I treat the images from every session as if they were as important as wedding photos…because they are. These are moments from a time in your life that only happens once. I want you to smile every time you look at them, and twenty years from now -  I want you to think they are as beautiful as you did when you first saw them.

Want to see what I'm like to work with? Watch this short 1.5 minute film which every single client of mine has stated depicts me perfectly. 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Evening Light

I love when expectant mamas contact me to photograph them at what I consider to be one of the heights of beauty in their lives. So much planning goes into all of my sessions because the resulting final images are dependent on the details. The most important details affecting your session are the time of day at which I shoot, and your wardrobe selection.

I only shoot sunset sessions. It's not always the most convenient time for everyone, but it guarantees the most beautiful light. It's also known as the "golden hour", and I won't shoot at any other time. Why? Because I cannot give clients the sun soaked gorgeous images that I'm known for as my signature style at any other time of day.

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Wardrobe is also such an important detail of every session! I walk my clients through every step of the selection process. The choice of colors, the way the pieces fit and drape, and the fabric are all taken into consideration. 75% of clients (like this mama) choose to borrow from my studio wardrobe which fits a wide variety of sizes and body types. If it wouldn't look absolutely stunning during a shoot, it's not in my wardrobe. Other clients prefer to purchase something of their very own to keep, and I love helping them select and pull together pieces. We live in such a high tech world that online shopping via mobile and texting links for feedback is a snap. I'm also available to meet at a few local stores in the area for clients booking a full session. My styling services are complimentary to booked clients and part of the Lily Sophia Photography client experience! I want you to LOVE your images, and I want them to be timeless so that when you look at them decades from now you aren't laughing and shaking your head at the outfit you thought was a good idea at the time. 

Summer is almost full for maternity sessions, so contact me today to begin planning yours to ensure your spot! You can view lots of images from maternity sessions by clicking here. To see what it's like to work with me, watch this short 1.5 minute film. I can't wait to work with you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Waiting on baby girl

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This couple was so much fun to work with, and mama borrowed her dress from my studio wardrobe which is available to all clients. My studio wardrobe is carefully curated and I have personally chosen every piece in it. Many clients are surprised to see that the majority of the studio clothing isn't maternity clothing but just has the room to accommodate a growing belly!

We met in the field that I love to shoot in just before sunset, and I enjoyed capturing their natural interaction. I can't wait to meet their little girl when they bring her to the studio for their newborn session sometime next month after she arrives! 

My maternity sessions are about the love and connection that you and your partner share as you anticipate your new arrival. I love being able to document such a special time in the lives of my clients. Are you expecting? You will only be pregnant with this baby once. Document it! 

When this couple came into the studio a week later to view their images, they chose the image on the left for their wall art in their home. My maternity sessions include a piece of tangible and beautiful artwork for your home, which is so important to have. As a full service photographer, I want to ensure my clients walk away from their experience with something in their hands to treasure for a lifetime in addition to archival digital files.  

Summer is almost completely full for maternity session availability, so don't delay contacting me to begin planning yours. Watch this short 1.5 minute video to see what it's like to work with me. I can't wait to meet you! 

Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Featured on Lemonade & Lenses (again!)

I'm so honored to have one of my maternity sessions chosen and featured on the blog of Lemonade & Lenses. This outstanding industry publication for photographers published one of my newborn sessions on their blog in January as well. I've met lots of clients who have come my way after seeing the featured sessions, and have loved that they were able to get a great idea of what to expect from a session with me!

Maternity sessions are some of my favorite sessions. I have very limited availability remaining for summer 2015, and fall is starting to book up. Don't miss your opportunity to reserve your session. My pregnancy photos are not cheesy and are focused on the love and connection that you and your partner share. Worried about the Atlanta heat? Want indoors? No problem - my studio is perfect for maternity sessions too. I also have a fabulous maternity wardrobe available for you to use, so you don't even need to worry about shopping. If you're looking for an excuse to shop, I'll happily work with you to help you select the best possible outfit for your images so that they're as beautiful as they can be. I want your pregnancy pictures to stand the test of time and not elicit laughter from your teenager 15 years from now.

You'll only be pregnant with this baby once, and it's going to be over before you know it. You might not think you'll miss being pregnant... but I promise, you'll miss something about it once your baby is in your arms. Document this amazing time in your life! Contact me today to begin planning your maternity session!  

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Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

 

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Lovely in Lace

This client found me online and was so excited to shoot her maternity session in my Atlanta natural light studio. She loved the colors and the studio wardrobe, and immediately chose this dress. It's soft lace, floor length, and just makes every mama to be feel elegant and gorgeous. My clients don't have to worry about shopping for something to wear unless they want to. Clients are welcome to schedule a complimentary fitting appointment prior to their session to select something from the wardrobe that works perfectly for them.

There is something amazing about pregnancy and seeing a round belly knowing that there is a perfect little baby curled up inside waiting to be born when the time is right. What a privilege it is to grow and carry our babies, even if it's not always the most glamorous or fun experience at times. This particular client also hired me for her birth session, so I was able to document the process of her labor and delivery and the moment she met her sweet baby girl. As I look at this photo now, I am thinking of the moment she met her daughter and the look of love and joy on her face. As a photographer, I absolutely love being invited to photograph the most special times of my client's lives. 

I'd love to meet you if you're interested in booking a maternity, birth, or newborn session! Feel free to read about what my clients are saying about their experience with me and watch this short video of what it's like to work with me! Contact me today to begin planning - I can't wait to work with you to preserve the moments that matter most. 

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Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Waiting for baby Selah

I was delighted to meet and photograph this sweet couple expecting a little baby girl next month!  I love the name (Selah) they have chosen for her, and they were so much fun to work with. Mama came to me to go through wardrobe options prior to their session, and she chose this gorgeous dress that is part of my studio wardrobe. Summers in Atlanta are incredibly hot and humid, and this dress is light and airy. Doesn't she look perfect in it? It's so comfortable to wear, and is one of my favorite pieces. 

We met before sundown at a secluded field, and we finished their maternity session in 25 minutes. My pregnancy photo sessions are not about cheesy photos or props. They're about the connection that you and your partner have together. I do provide some natural direction, but the rest unfolds easily as you interact. We all had a great time, and dad gave me a high five at the end since he was expecting to be trapped taking photos for 1+ hours. (who has time for that?!) 

I'd love to photograph your pregnancy journey, and have limited availability remaining for the summer. For those who don't like the summer heat or prefer more of a budoir style maternity shoot, you have the option of in studio photos! Contact me today so we can begin planning your maternity session!

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Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Studio Maternity Sessions

I have quite a few clients elect for a studio maternity session. My studio is located in historic Grant Park, in a quiet building close to Zoo Atlanta. Some clients just don't want to be outdoors because they're not "outside people", and others want a more intimate session that they wouldn't be comfortable shooting outdoors. When we plan your session, I'll get a very good idea of what you want to shoot. My images are tasteful and classic, as my main goal is that your pregnancy pictures stand the test of time. Worried about feeling awkward? You might for the first couple of minutes, but by the time you leave you won't be. All of my clients tell me how much fun they had as they're leaving! You can also read about what clients say about their experience with me, or watch this short video to see what I'm like to work with! 

I have a gorgeous studio wardrobe, so all you need to do is do your hair and makeup (or have it professionally done!) and show up to the studio. If you're not sure about the studio wardrobe, you can schedule a complimentary fitting appointment to come in and see what there is that could work for you.  Almost all of my pieces are not maternity wear but have been carefully selected by me for the ability to accommodate a baby belly and drape beautifully. 

I have weekend availability for in studio maternity sessions, as well as during the week. I'd love to meet you and document your pregnancy for you with beautiful images that make you smile when you look at them. Contact me today to reserve your maternity session!

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Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and birth photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.