I enjoy maternity sessions where moms-to-be bring in their significant other, their kiddos, their mom or dad, or even a squad of best friends to cheer them on! Having people in the studio can help moms feel comfortable, and it can be helpful to me when it comes to moving props and maternity gown trains. But there’s something special about a solo session with moms. Somehow, the sessions feel a little less rushed and a little more personal for mom. Plus, it lets me get to know a little more about the moms that I would with others around. Taylor’s solo maternity session was a truly personal sessi ..read more

A Rainbow of Hope: Capturing Madeline’s Maternity Session Photography has the incredible power to capture life’s most precious moments. Madeline Frost, a talented photographer from the San Antonio area, has spent years capturing the stories of other moms-to-be through her lens. Today, we turn the spotlight on her, as she embarks on a remarkable journey towards motherhood once again. Madeline’s maternity session, filled with love, laughter, and a rainbow of hope, is a testament to the power of maternity photography, and I was so pleased to have been able to shoot this family studio maternity se ..read more

I often use the term “baby bump photos” during my maternity sessions. Maternity sessions happen usually during the 8th month of pregnancy, so the “bump” is very pronounced. But these baby bump pics were a delightful little change from the normal. Like Goldilocks and the three bears, this bump was just right for what this couple wanted to do with this set of photos. I can’t wait to tell you all about Simran and Isaac during their pregnancy announcement session. Baby Bump Surprises With Simran & Isaac Simran an Isaac are such a stunning couple. I was so pleased to help them share their preg ..read more

I’m back again: this time, to chat about Rheya and her four-legged friend,  Fry (like French Fry)! At 23 days old, little Rheya’s charm knows no bounds, and it’s clear from these photos that her furry friend Fry is smitten with her. As well as getting to know these two cuties, we’ll also take a look at something I take very seriously: newborn photoshoot safety. Specifically, we’ll explore the art of safely photographing newborns and dogs together, while sharing the magical moments we captured during this heartwarming session. Baby Rheya & Her Pal Fry Rheya, at 23 days old, is a sight ..read more

Hello, baby photography enthusiasts! Today, I am overjoyed to share the enchanting tale of Olivia, a 12-day-old newborn who graced my studio with her adorable presence. In this exclusive baby-only newborn photography session, we delve into a world of dreams, springtime, bunnies, and we even took a metaphorical trip to Washington State University! (Go Cougs!) Year of the Rabbit: Greens & Bunny Themes Meet Olivia. Gosh, I just cannot get over this cutie! Although it was wonderful to work with her parents and learn all about them and Olivia, this was a baby-only session. We had several diff ..read more

Hello, photography enthusiasts! Today’s Cedar Park maternity pics focus on the beautiful couple, Taara and Michael. This session was a celebration of love, anticipation, and excitement while waiting for their newest member of the family (Baby Tiolu, a separate post!). Now, you can rewind and dive into the enchanting moments that captured the essence of Taara’s pregnancy journey and her beauty throughout. Solo Cedar Park Maternity Pics There are a lot of maternity gowns in my closet. Taara modeled quite a few of my favorites! Taara glows in all the photos in this floral maternity gown, and I l ..read more

It’s finally here, folks! Call it Autumn, Fall, Spooky season – whatever your name for it, we’re ready to welcome in the shift in seasons here at Hello Photography. Many of you readers with young ones might be wondering what ways you can have some fun photographing your little ones this autumn. I’ve got lots of fall newborn photography ideas, but sometimes keeping it simple is best. Here are some ways to pumpkin spice-up your newborn photos this season, as well as some things to keep in mind when you photograph them. Foliage, Foliage, Foliage! The obvious choice for fall photo fun is to includ ..read more

Texas wildflowers! There are truly nothing like them. The combination of Indian Blankets, Phlox, Coneflowers, Daisies, Bluebells and — if you’re lucky — those famous Texas Bluebonnets is the perfect recipe for an absolutely magical maternity photo session. While the Northeast certainly takes the cake for the most colorful autumns, springtime Texas is the place to come to see wildflowers bloom out of seemingly nothing and transform the landscape. This  mama took one look at the wildflowers during her appointment and decided she couldn’t pass the opportunity to pose in them, even though she ..read more

If you’re in the maternity business, last-minute bookings & cancellations happen. That’s just the nature of pregnancy! Sometimes due dates get moved up, so clients reschedule just in case. Other times, babies come calling without anyone’s warning and mamas miss their date entirely. More often than either of those cases, life just happens and they just need help accommodating those changes. Whatever the occasion, I’m always happy to accommodate (within reason). For this growing family, the reason was extremely unique, and one I was more than happy to make time in my schedule for. Here are s ..read more

It’s fun to take trendy photos, and it can really push me out of my comfort zone. I recently took photos with a trending maternity photography pose (the illusion of a woman in fabric hanging from the ceiling). The latest fashion trends often inform what’s in my client wardrobe. But there’s really something to be said about  a timeless maternity photo. What do I consider a timeless maternity photo? I consider it to be a photo that doesn’t have any trendy clothing, poses, or camera tricks in it and utilizes classic, simple fashion, backgrounds, and poses. For these types of sessions, you ca ..read more