Maternity
There's a short window, somewhere in the last few months of pregnancy, when you finally get a moment to stop and notice what's happening to your body and your life. A maternity session is a chance to hold onto that, before the baby arrives and everything moves faster than you can photograph.
I know stepping in front of a camera while pregnant isn't something most people feel naturally confident about, and that's fine. The session is gently guided throughout, so you're never left wondering what to do or how to stand. Most of the nerves are gone within the first ten minutes.
Every session is shot in the same light, timeless style as the rest of my work, whether we're outdoors somewhere quiet in Oxfordshire or in the comfort of your own home. The aim is always the same: photographs that feel like you, not like a shoot.
Maternity Photography
A guided session designed to make you feel at ease in front of the camera, capturing this stage of pregnancy with the same light, timeless style Spire Studio is built on. Partners are welcome to join.
Session length — 60–90 minutes
Location — a natural light location in Oxfordshire, or the comfort of your own home
Images — 20 professionally edited digital images
Delivery — 2–3 weeks via a private online gallery
Partner & family — your partner is welcome throughout the session at no extra cost
Investment: £250
An introductory rate while I build my maternity portfolio. This will increase as availability does.
Enquire to check availability
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Most people book between 28 and 34 weeks, when the bump is well shaped but you're still comfortable moving around. If you're not sure, get in touch and we can work out what suits you.
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Fitted clothing generally photographs better than loose layers, and solid colours tend to work better than busy patterns. I'm happy to talk through outfit options with you beforehand, and you're welcome to bring a couple of choices on the day.
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Yes, your partner is welcome throughout at no extra cost. Let me know in advance if you'd like children included too, so I can plan the timing around them.
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Most of the people I photograph feel the same way at first The session is guided throughout, so you're never left wondering what to do with your hands. It gets easier within the first few minutes.
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We'll simply move the date, or switch to your home instead. No charge either way.
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A private online gallery within 2 to 3 weeks of your session.
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No. A 50% deposit secures your booking, with the remaining balance due on the day. If you need to reschedule, there's no charge, and your deposit simply carries over to the new date. If you cancel without rebooking, the deposit is non-refundable, as it reserves your slot and turns away other enquiries for that date.