MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHY IN LANCASHIRE & MANCHESTER
THE LAST FEW WEEKS, before hello.
Calm, considered maternity photography across Lancashire’s open landscapes, in the heart of Manchester city or in the comfort of your own home. For the curve you’ve watched grow, the hand that keeps finding its way back to your bump, and the lovely in-between of almost.
The LAST FEW WEEKS OF BUMP.
You won’t believe it now. You will later.
Pregnancy feels long, until suddenly it isn’t. Somewhere between the heartburn and the hospital bag, there’s a version of you that only exists for a moment, and most people forget to photograph her. My job is to make sure you don’t. No awkward poses, no cheesy props, just good light, a calm pace and room to simply be.
The weight you carry so carefully. A hand resting right where the kicks are. The quiet before everything changes. One day your little one will look at these and see where their story really began.
TWO WaYS TO DO THIS
Both are relaxed. Both are gently guided, so you never have to wonder what to do with your hands. The only question is which setting feels most like you.
Some mums-to-be want wide skies, long grass and golden evening light. Others would rather stay warm and unhurried indoors, with everything ready for them.
If you’re torn, we’ll talk it through when you book and find the one that suits you best.
IN YOUR HOME
No travelling, no traffic, no wondering where the nearest loo is. I come to you, and we photograph these last weeks exactly where your new life is about to begin. The nursery you’re putting together. The sofa where you rest your feet each evening. The window light you already know and love. Relaxed, personal and perfectly you.
ON LOCATION
From open moorland to the riverbanks of the Ribble Valley, Lancashire is made for maternity photographs. We’ll choose somewhere that means something to you, time it for the softest light, and simply wander. Flowing fabric, bare feet in the grass, the breeze doing half the work. Easy, honest and intimately you.
THE CHAPTER BEFORE
KIND WORDS
Most mums tell me they were nervous beforehand.
They didn’t feel like themselves, weren’t sure how to stand, and doubted they’d like the photos.
Then, somewhere in the first ten minutes, they forgot the camera was there.
That’s the whole point. A maternity shoot should leave you feeling seen, not self-conscious.
“oh my. I am absolutely in love. You’ve captured my vision just perfectly. I may have even teared up a little bit. You are amazing. thank you.”
GENTLE, FROM THE FIRST HELLO
Most mums book during their first or second trimester. Summer evening light is the most popular time of year, so the earlier you enquire, the more choice you’ll have.
We’ll choose your location or studio, talk through outfits and colours, and make sure you know exactly what to expect. No guesswork, no last-minute panic.
Somewhere between 28 and 34 weeks is the sweet spot, when your bump is beautifully round and you’re still comfortable enough to enjoy it. Expecting twins? We’ll aim a little earlier.
Your private gallery arrives within 1-2 weeks, ready to download, share and print. Beautiful albums and prints are available too.
EDITORIAL BY DESIGN
The approach
Think less bump shoot, more magazine cover. Considered light, a quiet palette, beautiful fabric and room in the frame for you to simply be. No chalkboards, no tiny shoes balanced on your bump, nothing trying too hard. Just calm, confident photographs of you at your most extraordinary.
Every frame is thought through, but you’re never left wondering what to do. I’ll guide you gently, from where to look to what to do with your hands, and there’s always time to sit down, have a drink and rest your feet. Your comfort comes first. Always.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
YOUR SESSION
THE MATERNITY SESSION
from £500
IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME OR ON LOCATION.
ALWAYS INCLUDED;
BUMP TO BABY
from £850
IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME, ON LOCATION OR IN MY RIBBLE VALLEY STUDIO. ALWAYS INCLUDED PER SESSION;
THE THINGS PARENTS TO BE ASK
Something I haven’t covered? Ask me anything. There’s no such thing as a silly question at 38 weeks.
WHEN SHOULD I BOOK MY MATERNITY SESSION?
As early as you like. Most mums get in touch during their first or second trimester, with the session itself between 28 and 34 weeks. If you’d love a Bump to Baby package, booking early also means your newborn date is held well before the baby arrives.
How MANY WEEKS PREGNANT SHOULD I BE?
The sweet spot is between 28 and 34 weeks, when your bump is lovely and round but you’re still comfortable. Expecting twins, or carrying small? We’ll find the right week together.
What SHOULD I WEAR FOR MY MATERNITY SESSION?
Soft, flowing and comfortable. Fitted dresses and fabrics that drape show your bump beautifully, and neutral or earthy tones always sit well in Lancashire’s landscapes. You’ll receive a full styling guide when you book with options to borrow for home sessions too.
I DON’T FEEL CONFIDENT IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA.
Almost nobody does. I’ll guide you through every moment, from where to stand to what to do with your hands, and most mums forget the camera is there within minutes.
SHOULD WE CHOOSE AN AT HOME OR LOCATION SESSION?
Entirely up to you. Location is perfect if you love big skies, golden evening light and room to wander, especially somewhere that means something to you. Home is cosier and more personal: the nursery you’re getting ready, the sofa where you rest your feet, and no travelling. Both are relaxed and gently guided. Torn? We’ll decide together when you book.
BEFORE BABY ARRIVES
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FREE GUIDE
THE NEWBORN EDIT
A gentle guide for the weeks before baby arrives. When to book, what to wear, how to get your home ready, and the little things nobody tells you.
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