The best time to photograph your maternity portraits is between 28 and 34 weeks of pregnancy. During this stage, your baby bump is beautifully defined, and most expecting mothers are still comfortable enough to enjoy their session.

I recommend reserving your session during your second trimester to ensure availability, especially if you're hoping for both maternity and newborn portraits.

Not sure when you'll be 28 to 34 weeks? Use my Maternity Session Date Calculator to find your ideal session window.

My private portrait studio is located in Lemoore, California, just a short drive from Fresno, Clovis, Hanford, and Visalia. I also offer select outdoor maternity sessions throughout the Central Valley for families who love a natural setting.

During your planning consultation, we'll choose the location that best fits your vision, whether that's a timeless studio portrait or a beautiful outdoor backdrop.

Yes! One of the benefits of choosing a full-service maternity photographer is access to my carefully curated client wardrobe.

You'll be able to choose from a collection of designer maternity gowns, flowing fabrics, bodysuits, and accessories selected to flatter every stage of pregnancy and create timeless portraits you'll love for years to come.

Absolutely. Almost every mother who walks into my studio tells me she's nervous because she doesn't know how to pose. You don't have to. I'll guide you every step of the way, from choosing your wardrobe to flattering poses and natural expressions, so you can simply enjoy the experience. My goal is for you to leave feeling beautiful, confident, and excited to see your portraits.

Absolutely.

Your maternity session celebrates your growing family, not just your pregnancy. Partners and siblings are encouraged to participate, and I'll guide everyone through natural posing that highlights the connection and anticipation you're experiencing together.

Many families tell me these become some of their favorite portraits.

Every family's needs are different, but most clients invest between $1,500 and $5,000 in their finished artwork.

Your booking fee includes your planning consultation, access to the client wardrobe, and your portrait session. Afterward, you'll choose from heirloom albums, custom wall art, archival prints, and digital images that are designed to become part of your family's legacy.

Although my studio is located in Lemoore, I regularly welcome families from Fresno, Clovis, Hanford, Visalia, and throughout Central California.

Many parents are looking for more than beautiful images. They want an experienced photographer who can guide them through every step of the process, provide a luxury experience, and create artwork that their children and grandchildren will enjoy for generations.

As an Advanced Certified Newborn Photographer (ANP®) with more than a decade of experience photographing newborns and growing families, I'm passionate about creating portraits that feel timeless rather than trendy.

If you're planning to have newborn portraits, I highly recommend reserving both sessions during your pregnancy.

Booking together ensures availability around your due date and allows us to create a cohesive collection of portraits documenting this incredible season of your family's story. It also makes planning much easier, since we'll discuss your style, artwork goals, and nursery colors before your baby arrives.