Maternity and Family Photographer in Los Angeles
Creating calm, joyful and authentic sessions for families who love deeply
'My husband and I are both awkward people, but Emelie’s directions were easy to follow and poses never felt forced or unnatural.'
~ Karina
Fake smiles and posed photos? Not my thing.
I’m obsessed with capturing connection —
The way you hold your newborn
The laughter you share with your kids
The quiet, tender moments with your partner
Those are the moments that tell your story.
That’s what I’m here to photograph.
Hi there, I'm Emelie!
I’m your Motherhood photographer. I am passionate about capturing the feels of motherhood.
I want to see your family race along the shore,
I want to capture your partner squeezing you as hard as they can,
and I want to see you smell your toddlers hair.
BUT, I do NOT want to see any stiff smiles saying ‘cheeeeeese’ for 10 seconds. That’s a nope for me.
When I’m not behind the camera, there’s a big chance that you will find me doing any of the following :
– Hanging out with my husband and two kids
– Running
– Reading a good book (most likely a mystery)
– Camping with my family
– Painting with my kids
Let’s get out to our beautiful California nature, and create some lasting memories to put on your wall!
Family sessions
Say goodbye to awkward poses and fake smiles!
My Los Angeles family sessions are for families who want real laughter, real love, and authentic connection. Forget worrying about whether the kids will cooperate—your only job is to enjoy this time together. I’ll quietly guide you through playful prompts, gentle games, and natural movement so I can capture all the joy, hugs, and candid moments along the way.
Every session is designed to feel fun, relaxed, and stress-free, so your photos reflect the true personality of your family. Whether we’re exploring a park, chasing sunsets on the beach, or wandering through your favorite spots around Los Angeles, my goal is the same: to create timeless family memories you’ll cherish forever.
Ready to see your family as it truly is? Click through to learn more about what a Los Angeles family photography session looks like!
Maternity Sessions
Pregnancy is pure magic. The waiting, the baby bump, the love you share with your partner—add a flowy dress and a sunset, and you’ve got memories you’ll treasure forever.
During your Los Angeles maternity session, I’ll guide you every step of the way with gentle movement, sweet cuddles, and plenty of laughter so your photos feel as real, radiant, and beautiful as this special journey.
Every session is relaxed, playful, and personalized, capturing the intimate moments between you, your partner, and your little one on the way. Whether we’re on the beach, in a park, or somewhere meaningful to you, my goal is the same: to create timeless maternity photos that celebrate this amazing chapter of your life.
Ready to celebrate your pregnancy in photos you’ll cherish forever? Click through to learn more about my maternity sessions.
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