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I’m your Santa Monica based Motherhood Photographer. On this blog you can read about Maternity and Family photography sessions, ideas, outfits and everything else related to your session
– Emelie
When most people start searching for a family photographer, they picture one moment. Everyone looking at the camera. Everyone smiling at the same time. That moment happens sometimes. And when it does, it’s lovely. But it’s not what I’m waiting for. Most of the time, I’m watching for what happens when no one is checking where the camera is. When
“I don’t know how to pose.” If you’ve thought that about booking maternity photos, you are not alone. Almost every expecting mom tells me this before her session. Pregnancy already feels vulnerable. Your body is changing. You might not feel like yourself. The idea of standing in front of a camera and somehow knowing what to do with your hands
There’s a reason some family photos feel effortless, warm, and timeless — while others feel stiff, posed, or stressful. The secret isn’t in the outfits, the perfect hair, or even the lighting. It’s in how relaxed moms are during the session. As a Los Angeles family photographer, I see it all the time: when moms stop worrying about perfection, authentic
One day, your children won’t see the things you’re worried about right now. They won’t notice the imperfect hair.They won’t see the weight you feel self-conscious about.They won’t remember whether everyone was looking at the camera. But they will see you. As a Santa Monica family photographer, I’ve heard so many moms say they want to wait until they feel
As a Los Angeles family photographer, I know how challenging it can feel to plan family photos with little kids—especially when it means long drives, traffic, missed naps, and trying to keep everyone happy before you even arrive. For many moms in Santa Monica and throughout Los Angeles, the thought of packing everyone up and heading to a photo location
Beach maternity sessions are my all-time favorite! There’s something magical about combining the pregnancy glow with the sunset glow — muuah! And the neutral colors the beach naturally brings? Absolute dream. If you’re in Santa Monica or Los Angeles and thinking about a maternity photoshoot at the beach, I’d love to help you capture this season in a way that
If you’re dreaming of beach maternity photos with a relaxed Los Angeles feel, a Venice Beach maternity session might be exactly what you’re looking for. When people think of Los Angeles, they often picture palm trees, sunshine, and the California coastline. Venice Beach captures all of that while offering a slightly more laid-back atmosphere than some of the city’s busier
I did a Maternity Session with this sweet couple only five days before their baby girl decided to join them on the outside of the belly. To say that I’m grateful that we were able to capture these photos before baby was born is an understatement. Unfortunately you don’t get a second chance on maternity photos once the pregnancy is
Pregnancy is one of the most transformative seasons of life. For nine months, your body is doing something incredible. You’re growing a tiny human you’ll soon meet, love, and wonder how you ever lived without. Yet despite how significant this chapter is, many expecting mothers hesitate when it comes to booking maternity photos. Some don’t feel comfortable in front of
One of the questions I hear most often as a Los Angeles maternity photographer is: “What should I wear for my maternity photos?” Finding something you love can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re buying a dress for a season of life that passes so quickly. That’s one of the reasons I offer a small client closet for my maternity clients.
I photographed the most FUN family session, and I still catch myself smiling when I think about that evening. On my drive home, I couldn’t stop replaying the laughter, the running, the cuddles, and the pure joy that unfolded so effortlessly. The kids were completely themselves — playful, energetic, and full of personality — and their parents leaned right into
You have booked your family session, decided on the location, started to think about your outfits, but what about the actual photo session? You’ve never done a family photoshoot, so you don’t know what to expect. That is just perfect, because I am here to clear that up for you! My family sessions are all about having fun together. If
One thing I know for sure? You will never be pregnant with this exact baby again. That’s what makes maternity photos so meaningful. This season feels long while you’re living it—the appointments, the heartburn, the swollen feet—but somehow it passes in the blink of an eye. Before you know it, your baby is in your arms and this chapter becomes
One of the questions I get asked most often as a Los Angeles family photographer is: “What should we wear for our family photos?” And while most parents spend a lot of time choosing outfits, there’s one small detail that often gets overlooked: the shoes. This beautiful Malibu family photo session is a perfect example of how thoughtful styling can
It wasn’t that long ago that I decided to officially start doing family sessions. I used to dread doing family sessions, but as I changed the way I work with families, I have completely shifted and now come to absolutely love them. And as with any area of photography, there are sessions that are great and there are sessions that
As I’ve been thinking about how quick time passes us by and how easy it is to forget to stop and look at where you are right now, I came up with an idea. I should sum every month up with my favorite 3 photos from that month. It would be a nice way to stop for a minute to
As a toddler mom, I know how family friendly activities can make your day. Toddlers are so full of life and energy, and loves to come on adventures. But sometimes it’s hard to come up with ideas of what to do, to keep your toddlers entertained, but also keep your sanity in place. In this post I’ve gathered 5 of
Once your Maternity session is booked, you most likely have a few weeks until the session is taking place. You got the location set and your outfit is picked out. What else needs to be done? As a Maternity Photographer, I’ve gathered a few things for you to think of, in order to prepare and help you get the most
Am I right if I were to guess that you want beautiful photos of you and your family, but you worry about if your kids will be happy and good during the session, if you really should be spending money on a photographer when your iPhone’s got portrait mode, and what would you even wear? I know that most of
Let’s start with a little bit of a back story. I have been terrified of hospitals and doctors for as long as I can remember. So my pregnancy journey began with a lot of work in order to feel safe and comfortable going into birth. I started to prepare my mind before even getting pregnant, by listening and reading and