Atlanta Child & Family Photographer | Four generations!

When Maria contacted the studio, she asked if we photographed children. The answer is yes, we do! She wanted to book a studio session for her toddler granddaughter to continue on with a family tradition. When Millie's mother was little, her grandmother booked a session to create portraits of her, and Maria wanted to do the same for her granddaughter. Sweet little Millie came in wearing a special dress that was very similar to the one that her mother wore... and her mom, grandmother, and great grandmother all joined in! It was truly a very special session with four generations, and a little baby on the way to boot. 

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 Photography | Intimate studio maternity

Rachel came in for a studio maternity session geared towards boudoir. These images are shared with express permission! Rachel had made the decision to wait to find out if she was having a boy or a girl - just like I did with all three of my children. Margaret did her hair and makeup, and we went through a few things that she had brought from home and mixed them up with some pieces from my studio wardrobe. 

The pregnant form is absolutely beautiful to me and deserves to be celebrated! There are many clients who wonder if their children will even want to see their maternity images. I can tell you this: I have two little girls who ask to see my maternity images with their pregnancies. They are very proud that they're inside my belly, and their faces light up when they see them. I also know that I was fascinated with seeing snapshots of my own mother pregnant with me, even though maternity images weren't a thing back in the 80's! I'll also add that every baby is once in a lifetime... therefore every pregnancy is once in a lifetime. You will never look just like this again. And mama, you're gorgeous! Your body is doing an absolutely incredible thing in growing a tiny human. That's amazing. 

 I know that it can be nerve wracking for many people to strip down into a bra and underwear. We always start out maternity boudoir with clothes on and then as you get comfortable, reduce the clothing. I shoot many, many, many sessions and I have lots of tricks up my sleeve to get you comfortable and having fun! While Rachel did not have any stretch marks (lucky girl!), many of my clients do. Stretch marks are always removed in post processing, but if you prefer them to stay we can leave them as they are or lighten them a bit.  

Here are just a few of my favorites from Rachel's session! 

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 | A Family Field session

Ann contacted us to book both a maternity and newborn session, and let us know they had an older seven year old son. I absolutely adore working with older children for maternity sessions, and they're always so excited about their new sibling. Andrew loves his mama, and I just adore their special mother-son connection. 

Ann came in a week before her session and had an idea of what she might like to wear. She had chosen the field as her location for their session because she loved the light and the beautiful and wild background. I pulled one of our newest additions to the studio wardrobe based on what she told me her preferences were. I shoot so many maternity sessions every month, so I can pretty accurately size up every client when they walk in and pull pieces that will fit and that will be a good match for their skin tone. I provide feedback and input during our time together so that we can choose the best pieces for you that you feel beautiful in and are flattering to your body type and skin tone. 

We met at the field and it was a hot, hot, hot evening. While we were there we talked a little bit about how hot it was and then we saw a bride and groom arrive in full wedding regalia. The bride had on a long sleeved heavy satin dress, and the groom was in a long coat with tails. Suddenly we didn't feel so hot ourselves anymore! The sunset was absolutely GORGEOUS at the field that evening, and we had such a good time laughing and having fun. I can't wait to meet and photograph the newest addition to their family this fall! 

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 | Maternity boudoir in the studio

We have a lot of clients who want to shoot a more intimate maternity session wearing lingerie, robes, oversized sweaters, or a button down from their husband's closet. I absolutely adore this type of maternity! Boudoir maternity images are never shared without express permission from the client, and Janie loved her images so much that she wanted to share them. If boudoir isn't your thing, that's totally ok too - we'll customize your experience to your preferences and comfort level when it comes to what you want to show and what you don't. 

Janie arrived at the studio and Margaret started on her hair and makeup. When I arrived, Janie handed me a bag of items that she had brought from her own closet and I went through them to pull together the best looks. 

During a maternity boudoir session, I always start with more clothing coverage. If we haven't already met, stripping down to a bra and underwear can be a little unsettling! As you become more comfortable, we move on to more intimate images with less clothing. Think of it as being at the beach in a bikini. Same difference! As a birth photographer, I have literally seen it all. 

There are so many women who are scared that they won't look beautiful in this type of session. Maybe you're insecure with the weight you've gained during pregnancy. Maybe you hate your stretch marks. I'm here to tell you that you WILL look gorgeous. I shoot so many sessions every month and have an arsenal of lenses. Did you know that my lens choice often depends on my clients' body type and the look I'm going for? We will talk about any areas of your body that you're self conscious about, and I'll come up with the best approach for your session. As for stretch marks - unless you specifically request me to leave them alone, they will be non existent in your images. If you had your navel pierced and now regret it, your navel ring scar can also be removed. 

Janie, like many of my clients, wasn't sure what she should do. Unless you spend hours in front of a mirror posing yourself and angling your body, or you're a professional model, that's normal. I'm here for you and will coach you through your entire session with me from chin to hand placement. I have you covered! All you have to do is relax and be your gorgeous self....I'll take care of the rest. 

Here are a few of my favorite images from Janie's session. Isn't she absolutely stunning?! 

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 | Erica & Jason in the Gardens

Erica contacted me to schedule a maternity session at the gardens location in the winter. This session is from a while ago, but I wanted to share it on the blog so that clients considering booking outdoor session in the winter can see what a winter session can look like. It can be cold in the winter in Georgia, and the evening of this session was in the forties. The coldest outdoor session I have ever photographed was in the field, and it was 37 degrees with a wind chill of 27 degrees. We were all freezing, but you would never know it to look at the images!

During the colder months, I always encourage mamas to bring a winter coat with them if they have an outdoor session and we will take breaks as needed to warm up. I work very quickly and efficiently, so it'll be over before you know it! Braving the cold is worth it for the final resulting images since winter light is some of the most beautiful there is. Since outdoor sessions always begin one hour before sunset, winter sessions begin in the late afternoon since the sun sets in the 5 o'clock hour. If you hate the cold and just can't deal with it, come to the toasty warm studio for an indoor session! 

Erica came to the studio and we chatted for a bit and discovered that we were practically neighbors living just a couple of blocks from each other. Both of us have moved since then... and our new homes are also just a couple of blocks from each other. I joked that we must be destined to forever be neighbors! :) Erica chose a lovely tulle dress from our studio wardrobe which we have affectionately dubbed "the princess dress". I suggested that she utilize one of our warmer winter shawls so that she could keep a bit warmer for some of her images. She also had a flower crown made for her session from Candler Park Flowers, which I thought was lovely and looked beautiful with the dress she had chosen.

Here are just a few gorgeous images from this maternity session at the gardens! It's to believe their little miss will be turning two this coming winter! 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 Photography | Sindi & Erroll

Sindi contacted me in her second trimester to schedule her maternity session in the studio. She came in for a maternity fitting, and we went through the plethora of options in the studio wardrobe. Because she was expecting a little girl (check back tomorrow to meet her!), she wanted feminine and girly pieces. I loved the two options that she chose. We discussed what her husband should wear for the session that would best coordinate with the pieces she had chosen and jewelry options for her as well. 

All sessions with me include a complimentary 20 minute styling appointment at the studio. Even if you decide you want to bring your own pieces, that's totally fine! You can bring pieces from your closet and I'll give you input and help coordinate a beautiful and cohesive look for all participants. If you borrow from the wardrobe, we'll chat for a bit when you arrive to ascertain your preferences and your vision. Since I shoot so many maternity sessions, I can take one look at you and know what we have that will fit you well and flatter your body type and skin tone, as well as match your personality and style preference. We have everything from simple to glam to bohemian in terms of style, and for boudoir maternity sessions, we'll use things from your own closet! Not only do the styling consultations help pull the look together, they also give us a chance to get to know each other. I promise you, you will be so much more comfortable the day of your session having already met and gotten to know me and we won't spend as much (or any!) initial time warming up and breaking the ice when you step in front of my camera. Please don't worry if we aren't able to meet before your session as I have many out of town clients travel to me for sessions, and we do their fittings right before the session takes place. I enjoy getting to know my clients and we'll chat and get to know each other and break the ice right beforehand if that's all your circumstances allow for. 

The day of her session, she arrived and looked absolutely gorgeous and happy! Erroll and I chatted for a bit while she slipped into the first dress, and then we got started. The two of them were so sweet together, and we had such a good time laughing and chatting in between photographs. We finished up in about 45 minutes and then said our goodbyes. 

Here are a few of my favorite images from their maternity session! Check back tomorrow to see images from their daughter's 6 month milestone session. She's a real cutie! 

*this session was photographed before the installation of the white studio floors*

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 | Mia

Mia called at the last minute after moving to Atlanta from Memphis to inquire about maternity, birth, and newborn sessions. I happened to have availability in my calendar for birth due to early deliveries, so invited Mia to come to the studio for a complimentary consultation to discuss her planned Atlanta Birth Center birth. After chatting for a while, she decided she wanted to go ahead with booking all three so we conducted her maternity fitting right then and there in the studio before she left. She chose two gorgeous gowns, and we discussed what her son and partner should wear from their own closets. 

The day of her session was so much fun. She opted for a Cleopatra inspired look and looked absolutely stunning when she arrived. She changed into her first gown, and we started the session. Her little boy was just the sweetest with big brown eyes, and just loved his mama. Lots of moms worry about whether their child will cooperate during sessions. With our approach, we let the child lead and have you make suggestions to them that lead to natural interaction. Forcing a child to do anything they don't want to never works. If you're patient and laid back about things, I'll be hanging out quietly and waiting for those little in between moments that you didn't even realize happened. We will always schedule sessions that involve little ones to be at a time when they're well rested and fed for the most optimal results!

Here are just a few images from Mia's studio maternity session in black and white. She received both color and black and white versions of the images with the collection she chose, but I'm so in love with the black and white versions that I'm choosing to just share those for this post. 

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 Family Photographer | A family maternity session in the park

This sweet family is near and dear to my heart, because I started working with them when they were expecting their first child who is now a sweet and rambunctious toddler. Olive emailed me to let me know they were expecting their second child and wanted to work with me again, but she was a little behind in the game and hadn't thought of anything to wear. I reassured her that we had plenty of options in the studio wardrobe and we made an appointment for her styling consult. She fell in love with a split front dress and a flower crown and was relieved that she didn't have to worry about finding or ordering a dress for her maternity session at the park location. 

When we arrived at the park, Olive was worried that Dudley wouldn't be cooperative. This is a common concern with every client that has a small child. The best way to deal with this is simply to let the child lead and give them their space. Think about it...if someone you didn't know well was in your face telling you to smile and waving a big black thing around that made clicking noises, would you be excited about it? Probably not. Let me guarantee you something: I have seen it ALL. You may think your child is acting like a complete devil, but I've seen "worse". I have three children of my own, and have survived the on year old, two year old, three year old, four year old, and five year old stages thus far. I have a few tricks up my sleeve. 

The biggest "trick" is that at the beginning of your session, I hang back and let your family interact naturally together while giving you some guided direction. I wait for those moments to happen, and trust me...they do. Even if you feel like a session is going horribly and that I can't possibly be getting anything you'd want to frame - trust me and go with the flow. Relax, have fun - and your child will follow your lead. Once your child is comfortable, I'll approach to be closer. 

We had a lot of fun during the session after Dudley warmed up to being photographed. He had a blast running and playing with his parents and loved snuggling with his mom. The light was gorgeous that evening, and I was so excited to edit and deliver the gallery to them! 

When Olive saw the images from her session, she sent me a message to tell me that she had been so worried that I hadn't been able to get anything because of Dudley not being excited, but that the gallery brought her to tears because of all the moments captured. I love hearing this from my clients! 

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 | Cindy

    Cindy contacted us to schedule her maternity and newborn sessions. She chose a studio maternity session, and elected to add on hair and makeup services with our HMUA, Megan. She came to the studio a couple of weeks before the session for her maternity fitting, and we had such a lovely time chatting and getting to know each other. She chose some beautiful dresses from the wardrobe that she loved and looked amazing in. Narrowing down her choices was difficult because there were so many that she loved!  

   When I arrived at the studio the day of her session, Megan was just finishing up. I loved the gorgeous and clean look that Megan had applied, and so did Cindy. She was absolutely thrilled with how she looked, and it made her much more confident since she was a little bit nervous. Most of my clients are nervous - if you're not a professional model, you're usually not used to being photographed. My job is to make sure you're comfortable and to guide you through the entire process, so you don't need to worry about a thing. We'll take great care of you! When Cindy viewed her images, she loved all of them. She told me that the images were even more beautiful than she imagined and she couldn't believe it was really her. We hear this all the time, and it makes us happy. Pregnancy can be a challenging time in terms of body image since your body goes through so many changes while growing your sweet baby! I absolutely LOVE photographing pregnant women, and I find women to be at their most beautiful while pregnant even if they don't feel that way. You'll find me up on a ladder and gently correcting arms and chin angles to create the most flattering portraits. Promise! 

Here are just a few images from Cindy's gorgeous studio session! I can't wait to share the images from her gorgeous baby girl's newborn session!

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 Photography | Melissa & Alex at the park

Melissa chose to book a maternity session with us at the park location. When she came in for her maternity fitting, she informed me that her husband didn't particularly love to participate in photo sessions but wanted her to be happy so he willingly cooperated when asked. I told her not to worry, because I really love working with partners and surprising them when they find themselves having fun during a session! Melissa chose two dresses from the wardrobe and we discussed what her husband should wear. She also decided to add on hair and makeup services with our lead HMUA, Margaret.

I arrived at the studio a little bit early as Margaret was finishing up with Melissa so that I could meet Alex and chat with him a little bit before we left to head to the location. We talked about all sorts of things and went over what to expect during the session. It was a cloudy and overcast evening, and we wondered if it would rain even though the forecast wasn't calling for any. Alex said he thought it would rain, Melissa wasn't sure, and I said I didn't think that it would because it didn't smell like rain to me. Whenever it's about to rain, I really feel like there's a rainy smell in the air that precedes it. Call me crazy, but my nose hasn't failed me yet on that one and I turned out to be right that evening too! So, what if it's cloudy during a session? No worries! Clouds actually soften and diffuse the light even more and we don't have to worry about where the sun is falling as much. A session on a cloudy day is just as beautiful as a session on a sunny one. 

Melissa looked absolutely radiant during her session, and Alex found himself actually having fun. So much fun, in fact, that he told Melissa to go ahead and reserve a newborn session with me for when their son arrived. Another dad that I won over in the books! ;) 

Enjoy some of my favorite images from Melissa & Alex's maternity session, and be on the lookout for images from their son's newborn session (he is SOOOOO cute) when I post it next month!

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 | Lindsey in the studio

Lindsey called the studio to book a very last minute maternity session. She didn't think she wanted one initially but she found herself changing her mind the further along she progressed her her pregnancy with her baby boy. We were able fit them into the studio schedule and she and her boyfriend, Matt, came to the studio one evening for their maternity fitting. It was fun chatting with Matt and Lindsey and getting to know them both. They have since moved back to the Boston area where Lindsey is from, and their son is one of the most ADORABLE little things you've ever seen!

Lindsey wanted something simple that showed off her belly, and found the perfect dress in the wardrobe for that. She elected to add on hair and makeup services with Margaret as well and I loved the simple half updo that Margaret styled for her. Our HMUA's are true experts in their field and will work closely with you to create a gorgeous look that you're comfortable with and is unique to you, enhancing your best features. 

Lindsey and Matt had never worked with a professional photographer together so they were a little bit unsure of what to expect but were already comfortable with me due to meeting me beforehand at our fitting appointment so it didn't take long for them to get into the swing of things! You don't need to worry about not knowing what to do. I'm here to walk you through the entire session and will give you gentle guidance and direction for natural interaction and flattering angles. I will take care of you, and we'll create some gorgeous images for you to cherish of this incredibly special time in your life! 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 | Charles & Shelly

Shelly contacted us for a last minute maternity session in the park and had a lot of schedule limitations due to her work in the medical field. We were able to squeeze her in on a weekday night and the weather thankfully cooperated! Because it was such a last minute session, Shelly came to the studio for her maternity fitting right before her session took place. We frequently do this with out of town clients who travel to us specifically for a session and speak with out clients about their current size to determine how much of a variety we'll have for them to choose from. The majority of our dresses can accommodate most bellies and are based on bust size. Usage of the studio wardrobe is included with your session, and even if you choose not to borrow from the wardrobe you'll still have styling assistance from us. We care about your session and the final product and work closely with you to help you choose the best colors and styles to take the stress out and make it a fun experience! 

Shelly's husband joined us and we headed to the park. There was a beautiful weeping willow tree that was in perfect line up with the path of the setting sun that time of year, and we took full advantage of it. I just loved how sweet Shelly and her husband were with each other, and they were a lot of fun to work with. Here are a few of my favorite images from their park maternity session! 

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. I can't wait to meet you!

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | A studio session with Amanda & Josh

Our studio works with a lot of professional photographers who choose to work with us for their maternity, newborn, and family images. I'm always honored when another professional in the industry chooses to work with me! Amanda is a wedding photographer, and such a fun personality. She's originally from New Jersey, and her best friend was visiting the weekend that she came in to try on pieces from the wardrobe so she brought her a long. We three gals had a good time chatting about motherhood, babies, and lots of other things. It felt like a girls' hangout in many ways! Amanda fell in love with two dresses that we had in the wardrobe, and her best friend approved of her choices. I always welcome husbands, mothers, sisters, best friends to attend maternity fittings as long as they are supportive and my clients want them to be there. You're under no obligation to bring anyone along if you don't want to! :) 

Amanda also chose to add on hair and makeup services and worked with our lead HMUA, Margaret. She and Margaret had been in communication prior to their session about the look that Amanda wanted her to create. All of our HMUA's are wonderful at looking at what you're hoping for and then tailoring it to be the best look for you. They are all experts at professional makeup application and will work closely with you to ensure that you look and feel absolutely gorgeous.

When I arrived at the studio, I came a few minutes early so that I could chat with Josh and get to know him a bit. I find that husbands are much more comfortable in front of the camera when they are comfortable with me. I'm, very easy to get along with, and I don't ask husbands to do things like kneel and kiss the belly or place hands over the belly in the shape of a heart. I also shoot efficiently and won't keep your husband standing around for two hours while he slowly goes crazy. I'm good with the husbands and boyfriends, I promise! Even if your partner hates participating in photo sessions, he'll admit that it "wasn't so bad" when we're finished. Some even admit that they had fun.

Without further ado, here are a few of my favorite images from Amanda & Josh's studio maternity session! Check back in tomorrow to see newborn images of their adorable baby boy, Luke!  

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 | Kayla

Kayla contacted us for a studio maternity session to celebrate expecting her baby boy, and came to the studio with her husband for her maternity fitting. We had a lot of fun chatting and getting to know each other while she tried on dresses. The studio wardrobe is an included perk to all booked clients and is part of the session experience! 

Kayle chose one of our split front dresses and another gorgeous off the shoulder white dress with long lace sleeves. A lot of clients worry that they shouldn't wear pink if they're expecting a boy, or blue if they're expecting a girl. However, I think that the main goal should be for you to feel BEAUTIFUL in what you're wearing and to choose what is most flattering to your skin tone and body type. Plus, we have so many clients who don't even know what they're having and this thought never even crosses their mind! 

Kayla chose to add on makeup services with Megan, one of our talented HMUA's. I arrived at the studio as Megan was finishing up makeup application and was blown away (as I always am by our HMUA's) by the amazing job that she did. Choosing professional makeup application is such a luxurious experience, and makes my clients feel 110% confident and gorgeous which translates to their final images. It's worth it! You can rest assured that I practice what I preach because I use one of my HMUA's whenever I have my own photographs taken. 

Here are a few of my favorite images from Kayla's studio maternity session. I can't wait to share images of her sweet baby boy next month from their newborn session! 

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 | An evening with Kristen & Steve in the park

Kristen and Steve drove all the way from Myrtle Beach, SC for a maternity session in the park location with me! They were actually the fourth client from South Carolina to book with us in 2017. We work with LOTS of clients from other states and we are available for travel to NYC and Charlotte, NC at certain times during the year. If you're from one of those areas and hoping for a maternity session, contact us to see when we'll be in your area next!  

Because they were from out of town, we scheduled the maternity fitting to take place right beforehand and Kristen also elected to add on hair and makeup services with Margaret. Steve had brought a couple of his own shirts, but they were just too dark to work with Kristen's choices so we pulled a shirt from our studio wardrobe for him which fit him perfectly and pulled the whole look together. Kristen found two dresses that she loved during her fitting, and we headed to the location for their session. 

It was a cold evening in March, so I had grabbed a couple of shawls from the maternity wardrobe to use during the session. I love textures and layers, and during colder sessions I have no qualms about asking couples to snuggle up in a blanket if mama needs to warm up! The light was beautiful, so braving the cold was worth it. We had a lot of fun during the session and Kristen looked absolutely gorgeous, Margaret did an absolutely wonderful job as she always does. Adding on hair and makeup services with our HMUA team will take things to another level in terms of your personal confidence during the session and the end result. They will work closely with you to customize the perfect look for you that you're comfortable with and that you feel like a supermodel wearing! 

The following images are just a few of my favorite from their session! They welcomed the cutest little baby girl a couple of months later, and I can't wait to meet her when they return to Atlanta for a family session in the future. 

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 Family Photographer | A golden family maternity session in the field

Taniqua contacted the studio because she saw some of our work, and a friend of hers mentioned that she had worked with us for her maternity and newborn sessions. She had never had professional family images taken, and she decided since this was likely her last baby, she wanted to have this time documented before they became a family of five. She LOVED the field location, and she brought her two children to the studio for a maternity fitting. We talked about what her husband and son should wear, and her daughter had lots of fun trying on dresses from our little girls' studio wardrobe. Taniqua chose two dresses for herself, and also elected to add on makeup services with Megan. 

We met at the field, and while Taniqua and her daughter got dressed I chatted with her husband about his Apple Watch. My husband had just gotten one, and I was considering getting one for myself. He convinced me to get one (I actually went to Best Buy afterwards and picked one up!) and I've LOVED having it. Totally a random tangent here... but if you're considering an Apple Watch, I'm a fan of them! 

When everyone was ready, we headed out to the field to begin shooting. The kids had fun running around and playing with their parents and there was a lot of love and laughter happening. I so enjoyed working with this fun family, and there were so many beautiful images from their session it was almost impossible to choose a favorite! The image that Taniqua chose to print now hangs in their home in a 16x20 framed print on their wall. I'm looking forward to seeing this family again for another family session next year with their third baby in tow! 

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 | Myka & Navarro

I've known Myka for quite some time, but don't see her often. One day I was in my bank and noticed her sitting in a chair waiting for her appointment with one of the bankers. I said hello and found out that she was pregnant! She asked me for recommendations on care providers, and I told her where I went (Intown Midwifery delivering at Atlanta Medical Center). 

Months went by, and one day an email from her popped into my inbox. She let me know that she had tried taking some of her own maternity photos, but decided that an expert would be the better way to go. We talked about her vision for the session and what she was planning to wear (she had an amazing caftan from Jen's Pirate Booty that she'd picked up from a boutique in L.A.) and settled on the field as the best location for the overall feel and look she envisioned. 

I met Myka & Navarro at the field on a very hot evening in August, and got right to work. I LOVE this session because of the laughter and the authentic emotion captured between the two of them. You can't fake this kind of connection, and it's clear how much fun these two have together. The backlight from the sunset was also pretty amazing too. Myka and Navarro went on to have the most beautiful baby boy, three weeks before I had my son. I've since then had the pleasure of photographing him for his 6 month session and a Santa session, and he just keeps getting cuter! 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 | Ashlei & Brett, a studio session

Ashlei contacted me to schedule a studio maternity session. She didn't have time to come to the studio beforehand for a fitting since it was so last minute, so we decided we would just wing it as I knew I'd have plenty of options for her. I convinced her to model one of our new additions to the wardrobe (the long fitted gown with the tulle bottom) and she ended up loving it even though it wasn't one of her choices. Sometimes I know a client will look amazing in a specific dress that hasn't been worn yet and convince them to wear it for a couple extra images in their gallery. We are always getting new pieces in and sometimes retire older pieces if they're showing wear and tear. Dresses are always cleaned in between sessions - my dry cleaner  and I are on a first name basis! I love being able to show clients during maternity fittings what a dress looks like on an actual person since that can help them decide. 

Ashlei and Brett were so sweet and loving, and I loved working with them! Isn't she stunning? 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 | Erin

As many clients do these days, Erin found me on Instagram. She told me she searched Atlanta maternity photographer and when she saw some of my images she knew I was exactly what she was looking for. She wanted gorgeous light out in a field, and emotional connection between her husband, toddler son, and unborn son. We scheduled her session and she chose her favorite dress from the studio wardrobe. When she arrived she was wearing some of the tallest platform wedges I had ever seen. I think she saw the look of surprise on my face, because she quickly informed me she knew these weren't the best choice for our shoot location but that the height difference between her husband and her was the reason she chose to wear them. To her credit, she had no problem walking the gravel path or in the field. I still suggest wearing closed toed shoes if at all possible for comfort and safety reasons though.

Fun fact: Erin and I had our sons on the same day a few weeks after her session! I had promised her that I would let her know when my baby arrived so I texted her that afternoon to let her know he was safely here. We didn't know what we were having until he was born. She responded to my text message to tell me that she was in labor at a different hospital! He was born before midnight that same day. So, she's the only client I've had that shares a birthday with one of my children! 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. 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 Photography | Hilary and company

Hilary was such a fun client to work with from the minute she stepped into the studio to look through the wardrobe. We were both pregnant, as this session took place in the fall of 2015! My little guy arrived before hers did, so we have fun talking about all things pregnancy and birth.

Hilary is so friendly and outgoing, and chose a bohemian cotton and lace Free People dress from the wardrobe. During her fitting, we also talked about ideas of what her husband and son could wear and what to expect during the session.

The evening of the session, we met out at the field and I met her adorable little guy and husband. When a toddler is involved, I always shoot mom and toddler and the whole family together first before sending dad and kid(s) off to play and have fun while I finish up with mom. As you can see, he was a little unsure at first, but once his mama started snuggling him he had the biggest grins. 

Dates for maternity and family sessions in the field are filling incredibly quickly with very limited weekend availability remaining - we are almost full for October at this point! Limited weeknight sessions are available though, so don't hesitate to contact us if you want to grab one of the last remaining dates. 

If you're pregnant and looking for a newborn or maternity photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. I can't wait to meet you!

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