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.

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 Newborn Photographer | Do Newborn Sessions Include Parents?

I have so many inquiries for newborn sessions ask me if parents are included in my newborn session. I have to admit that I'm always surprised by the question because I cannot imagine a newborn session only being of the baby! Two parents created a beautiful new baby, brought them into the world, and enveloped them in love. Why would they not be included? Images of new parents with their newborns are the driving force behind my sessions, and I believe they are so important. Twenty years from now, you will not reach for the photo of your baby all by themselves. You will reach for the photo that reminds you of how tiny they were in your arms. The photo that reminds you of how soft their skin was, and that sweet newborn smell that fades all too quickly. Fifty years from now, your child will not reach for the photo of them by themselves. They will reach for the photos that show how much you loved them. That is what newborn photography is about for me: capturing the powerful love that parents have for their new babies, and all those little details (fingers, eyelashes, teeny tiny toes) that will change so quickly that you won't believe your eyes. 

Let's start planning your newborn session today so we can document this incredibly special and fleeting time in your life! If you want to get a feel for what it's like to work with me, just watch this short 1.5 minute video. Contact me with any questions or to reserve your session. Availability is limited, so please don't wait until the last minute. I hate to turn clients down due to not having room. 

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

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Waiting on baby girl

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 Newborn Photographer | The quiet moments

I love newborn sessions in my studio. New parents love to get out after being housebound since my studio is often the first trip out that they're making. I keep it low stress and plan for late arrivals, since that first trip out of the house can sometimes be a little chaotic with last minute unforeseen delays. As I tell my clients, "Welcome to parenthood, where you automatically add 15-20 minutes to your arrival time estimate." The studio wardrobe is available to new moms to use, so you don't even need to worry about trying to find something to wear! Baby doesn't need anything either since I have all the blankets and wraps they'll need. We'll discuss what your partner should wear in our pre planning, so you'll be set to go as soon as you arrive. 

My newborn sessions are a mix of lifestyle and organic baby-led posing. What does this mean? For lifestyle, I simply have my clients hold and admire their new baby. You've had lots of practice since you held them for the first time when they were born! For baby led posing, I follow the lead of the baby and place them in natural positions that they assume on their own. I do not twist or bend them or place them into contorted positions that could potentially reduce blood flow or be unsafe. Your baby stays asleep and comfortable, and the session is relaxed and stress free.

Ready to book your newborn session? I have limited availability remaining through October, and would love to work with you to preserve the moments and details that you want to remember forever. Contact me today to begin planning your session! 

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!  

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. 

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

Atlanta Newborn Photographer | Daddy's Little Girl

One of my favorite things about newborn sessions here in my Atlanta natural light studio is the connection that I see between parents and their new babies...ESPECIALLY daddies and their sweet little baby girls!

How much sweeter does this get? This image is what brand new fatherhood is all about to me. I am definitely biased because I have two little girls and I see how well their father loves them every day. I love that this little girl will be able to see this image when she's a grown woman and see how tenderly her father loved and protected her. This image says it all to me, and is at the very heart of why I love newborn photography. THIS image is what you and your children will reach for decades from now and what will bring all of the memories flooding back.

I'd love to welcome you and your newborn to the studio to document your own moments and all the little details you want to remember forever. Contact me today to begin planning - please be sure to reserve your session early as I book up quickly! 

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!

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!

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

Atlanta Newborn Photographer | New Family of 4

This sweet family drove to my studio from Smyrna for their newborn session. Big sister was such a sweetie, and just as cute as her little brother! I love watching the wonder of older siblings as they notice a new little person in their family, and it's equally as amazing to see how the hearts of the new parents expand to double the love before. As a mother of two little girls, I remember wondering how I would ever be able to love the second just as much as I did my first. How would I ever fairly divide it? I'm here to tell you that you really don't need to worry about it! As soon as that second baby is placed in your arms, the love only multiplies from there. 

This is one of my favorite images from this family's session, and one of theirs too... they loved it so much, in fact, that a large canvas of it now hangs in their home.

Interested in booking a newborn session? Spots fill quickly, so don't wait too long to reserve your spot. I look forward to working with your family and preserving the moments and details you want to remember for a lifetime. 

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

Atlanta Birth Photographer | Dekalb Medical Center, Decatur, GA

This mama was a special one, as her husband was deployed serving our country. She wanted a birth photographer to document the day so that he could be a part of it too. I headed to DeKalb Medical Center in Decatur, GA when she called me to let me know she was in labor and was inspired by her determined laboring despite having to receive magnesium sulfate due to high blood pressure. She was absolutely determined to labor without an epidural, and she did it!  I loved being there as a support to her, and consider her a friend now. And may I take a moment to thank the families in our Armed Forces who make the ultimate sacrifice for our country on a daily basis? They willingly miss huge life events like their babies being born in order to protect us, and they deserve all of our respect and gratitude. 

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

Atlanta Family Photographer | Daddy's Little Girl

Maybe it's because I have two daughters who adore their daddy, or maybe it's because I have a wonderful relationship with my dad - but there are few things that I love more than capturing daddies and their little girls together. I still remember my father coming home from work and running out to the driveway to greet him. He would always put down his briefcase, stretch out his arms, and swoop me up into the air before grabbing me into a big bear hug. I wish I had a photograph of him doing that, but the memory will have to suffice for me. 

This little girl won't have to rely on memories though. She has a tangible photograph that she can look at fifty years from now and remember how much fun her daddy was and how much he loved her. She'll be able to show her own children this photo and tell them "This was your grandfather when I was a little girl!" These moments are why I'm a photographer. 

I'd love to work with your family to make your own moments into tangible memories. We'll have fun, and the whole process is zero stress! I help with everything from wardrobe selection, to tips for the session, and help you decide the best way to display your images as beautiful artwork in your home. Contact me today to begin planning your session!

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

Atlanta Family Photographer | Mommy and Me

It's no secret that the mother-daughter relationship can be complicated. And it's also no secret that it's incredibly special. I have two little girls of my own, and while there are some days that are incredibly frustrating as I navigate mothering them, the sweet moments, kisses, and cuddles more than negate those. 

Photos of you with your children are so important. Photos of you loving your children and holding them close are important. Your children will always know how much you love them, but there's something about being able to hold a photograph and see the moment in the picture. Not just for your children, but for you too. Someday we'll be old and gray and our children will have children of their own, and we might have forgotten how small they were when they were three. How wild their curly hair was in the wind, and how we cherished the extremely rare moments they sat still enough for us to hug! 

Real and authentic moments are what I look for during your family session. I may ask your child if they want to go give you a hug or tickle you, but I will not ask them to hold a pose, look at my camera, cock their head, and say cheese. That is not who your children are. I want to capture them EXACTLY as they are, and in natural moments with you - having fun, loving each other the way families do. 

I'd love to work with you and your family! Watch this short 1.5 minute film to see what I'm like to work with - every client states that it depicts me perfectly. I will help with your session planning every step of the way and make the entire experience seamless and stress free for you. Contact me today to begin 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 Child Photographer | Little Miss M

I love to photograph families, and I always take some time to create some portraits of just the children during family sessions. This particular family drove from over three hours away from South Carolina for their session. I was so pleased to meet them, and honored that they would choose an out of state photographer! Her mom and I preplanned in the months before the session and pulled together the cutest little outfit that looked perfect in the field. This dress is available in size 4T in my studio wardrobe for little girls. It's comfortable and soft, and easy to run and play in. I have two little girls of my own, so I understand what it's like to plan family photos. I'm here to make it an easy and seamless experience for you and your family!

Miss M was full of personality and never stopped moving during our session. She was busy, busy, busy and had a blast running around and exploring. I am not a traditional portrait photographer - I want to capture children as they are, so this wasn't a problem at all. Clients who hire me also want me to capture their children as they are, so there's no screaming or waving from behind my back to try and get a cheesy smile and everyone is relaxed with no stress. I shoot with a long lens, so it allows me to stand back and let children be themselves without feeling like they have a camera in their face. 

Ready to book your family session? Contact me today! I'll help with your wardrobe selection and help you pull together the perfect outfits. I would love to capture your family as the are in the field location that I shoot at. Fall is always the busiest season, so I highly encourage you to plan ahead and reserve your session early. I do not shoot any other time of day except the hour before sunset. Sometimes this means pushing bedtime or taking a later nap. Want to see what I'm like to work with? Watch this 1.5 minute film of me at work - clients state that it depicts me perfectly. 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 Birth Photographer | The Moments That Matter

As one of Atlanta's few professional birth photographers who has been photographing births for a while, I am often asked what I love the most about this work. My answer is better expressed with one of my favorite recent birth images. A picture is worth a thousand words... and in some cases, a million. This moment is one of them, seconds after this beautiful baby boy was born and handed to his parents. Look at them. Look at the awe, the relief, and the closeness of their family. 

This. This is why you hire a professional birth photographer to attend your birth. So that you and your partner can work together and focus on each other while bringing your baby into the world. And when your baby is finally in your arms after nine long months of waiting and dreaming about what their little face would look like, you can soak in the moments while I capture those first moments as parents. Moments that are once in a lifetime, and that can never be repeated with this new little life. Moments that I won't disturb with a flash or by asking you to pose. Real, authentic emotion in tangible memories that will still make your throat catch and your eyes shimmer when you look at them years from now. A beautiful keepsake album for your child to see the story of their birthday. Stunning prints to pass around to excited family and friends so they can feel like they were with you during those moments.

Your baby's birth only happens once - why not make sure you never forget any of the details in what will be the most amazing day of your life, second only to your wedding day.  You will always be a parent to this baby, n0 matter where life takes you. Providing families with the ability to have these memories is what motivates and drives me, and why I love photographing births here in Atlanta so much.

Want to get started? It's simple! Click here to contact me today and we'll meet in my studio which is located in Historic Grant Park located by Zoo Atlanta.  The meeting is complimentary with no obligation. I know you're probably tired from growing a baby, so we can meet on the weekend in the afternoon after you've had a chance to sleep in and recover from the week. You'll have a chance to ask questions, see the products offered with each collection, and view family friendly birth films not available for online viewing. 

As of this posting, I currently have limited spots remaining through August 2015, with one last minute availability slot remaining for May 2015.

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

Atlanta Maternity Photographer | Heather and baby #4

Heather drove an hour from her home to my natural light studio in Atlanta for her maternity session to document her fourth pregnancy. Pregnancy pictures aren't just for your first baby: all babies deserve to be celebrated! We had such a fun time pulling from my studio wardrobe to dress her, and she is an absolutely stunning mama. I can't wait to find out what Heather ends up having since she's waiting to find out if it's a boy or a girl until the baby is born.

Ready to reserve your maternity session?  Watch this short film of me in action to see what it's like to work with me. Photography is an investment: be confident in your choice! Contact me today to get started. 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 Photography | Baby Harry

I first met Harry and his parents at their newborn session, and was so excited to see them again for Harry's six month session! He is the cutest, sweetest little chunk, and his parents are just lovely. We had a lot of fun at their session in the Atlanta area field that I love to shoot in for their sunset family session. When we were planning their session, I gave suggestions on what to wear so everyone would be comfortable and the results would be gorgeous on the walls of their home. When Harry's mama saw this first picture below, she said to me, "This picture is what love looks like to me." It looks like love to me too. This picture is what my baby and family sessions are all about. I want to capture emotive images of your family that document where you are right now and how much you love each other because that is what is most important. 

Ready to reserve your field session for your baby's six month or one year photos? Or just want a family session? Contact me today to begin planning! We'll discuss what you want to do with your photos and I'll help with your wardrobe so you have artwork to treasure now and pass down to your children to cherish later.

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

Atlanta Birth Photographer | Northside Hospital

I met this couple on a Saturday at my natural light studio in Atlanta.  They reserved their birth session ten minutes after leaving my studio via text message. The very next morning, I got the call that they were in labor, so I headed up to Northside Hospital to document the birth of their baby. They were such a sweet couple, and I loved spending the day with them. All of my birth session clients choose whether they are comfortable with photos being shared online. Some clients love for their entire story to be shared along with their video so that their friends and family can come to the website to see it.  Others prefer only photos being shared that do not show their faces or identify them. It is YOUR birth, so I will respect what your wishes are in regards to sharing.

Today I delivered this family's birth collection to their home, and we watched their birth video together and sorted through their folio prints to begin designing their album. I even got to snuggle with their sweet little baby for a little bit! (That's just one of the many perks of being a professional Atlanta birth photographer!)

Congratulations to this wonderful couple - your baby is beautiful, and it was such an honor to be invited to document this once in a lifetime day for you. 

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

Atlanta Newborn Photographer | Baby Henry

I was so excited to meet Henry and his parents, who traveled from their Buckhead home for their newborn photos to my natural light studio in historic Grant Park in Atlanta. While I do offer in home sessions, many clients prefer to come to the studio for their newborn pictures because they know that the lighting here is perfection. (Bonus: no worrying about the state of your home!)

Isn't Henry absolutely precious? He was so warm and snuggly, and his parents had followed my baby preparation tips carefully prior to their session. As a result, Henry slept peacefully for his entire session, and we were wrapped up in less than two hours! Not every session is finished that quickly, but my preparation tips do shorten session times if they are followed. Here are a few images from Henry's session.

While baby details are so important, I also love capturing your new baby with YOU. These are the images that are special and the ones you will reach for when you want to remember how tiny your baby was. Perspective is everything. You can't remember how small their little head was unless you see them cradled in your arms. 

Ready to reserve your maternity or newborn session?  Watch this short film to see me in action and get a feel for what it's like to work with me. Photography is an investment: I want you to be confident in your choice. Just contact me at the form here, and I'll be in touch with scheduling information. 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 Birth Photographer | Piedmont Hospital

When I first met these lovely parents here in Atlanta to talk about birth photography, I knew it was going to be a fun birth. They informed me that they were waiting to find out if their sweet baby was a boy or a girl until the birth, and that the whole family would be in the waiting room. I was right. When I arrived at the birth, I spent some time out in the waiting room with their very excited family members to document how they were passing the time. When baby boy arrived, it was nothing short of magical to hear the announcement to them by dad and hear the cheers and whoops. Here are just a few images from their birth session. This couple chose to have their birth story told through a birth video as well, and if you come to the studio for a consultation, you can watch it there with me. Each of my clients determines if they are comfortable sharing photos and their video online or in the studio only. 

If you are thinking about birth photography or reserving The Birth Session, please be sure to contact me right away. I meet with all interested couples in my studio for a no obligation consultation for about an hour. Fill out this form here to get started. Birth photography is a personal experience and an investment: be confident in your choice! 

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