Maternity Portraits Sessions
with
Ken Thomas Photography
If you are considering a maternity photography session, I encourage you to go for it! It is a truly special experience that you will cherish for years to come.
Maternity - Baby Bump -images - Concord - NC
Ken Thomas Photography
A portrait session is a gift that will last a lifetime.
Portrait session gift certificates are now available.
Portrait session gift certificates are now available.
Helpful tips for planning a successful portrait session.
1. Selecting the appropriate time of day is essential for achieving high-quality images and presenting oneself favorably. It is widely acknowledged that the Golden Hour is the optimal period for portrait photography due to the quality of light available during this time. The Golden Hour occurs in the evening when the sun is positioned low in the sky and continues after sunset. This particular time frame provides a soft, golden light that enhances the appearance of skin, minimizes squinting, and allows colors to appear more vibrant. I typically start outdoor sessions one and a half hours before sunset and conclude them after sunset, when the light is no longer sufficient for photographs.
2. Wear something you're comfortable with. You've probably read some form of this tip before, but it is the most important thing. If you choose clothes that are too tight or clingy, you'll spend your whole session picking at them or covering up. If you prefer something you've never worn before, you'll be worried about how you look in it or may discover it's uncomfortable, which can come across in your photos. Choose outfits that make you feel like a million dollars! If you purchase something new, wear it some before your session to see how you feel about it. As much as you consider how your outfits make you feel, think about how they'll photograph during your session. If you are going to do multiple outfits please keep it to a maximum of two outfits.
3. Speaking of what you wear, please be sure to steam or iron your outfits before your session. If you show up to iron and steam your outfits during your session, that will be time spent taking away from your picture-taking time.
4. You can bring your accessories, props, and pets to your session. Please bring someone to watch the pets when we shoot you alone. Just give me a heads-up when scheduling or before your sessions on what you plan to bring.
5. What if the weather forecast calls for rain and/or very cold weather on the day of our outside session? I keep a very close look at the weather forecast for all of my upcoming outside sessions. If the forecast calls for a high chance of rain and/or cold weather on the day of our outside session, I'll reach out to you a few days in advance to talk about plan B. Most of the time, plan B involves picking a new date. If the forecast makes it hard for us to make a call to change our plans a few days before, we can make that call the morning of the shoot.
1. Selecting the appropriate time of day is essential for achieving high-quality images and presenting oneself favorably. It is widely acknowledged that the Golden Hour is the optimal period for portrait photography due to the quality of light available during this time. The Golden Hour occurs in the evening when the sun is positioned low in the sky and continues after sunset. This particular time frame provides a soft, golden light that enhances the appearance of skin, minimizes squinting, and allows colors to appear more vibrant. I typically start outdoor sessions one and a half hours before sunset and conclude them after sunset, when the light is no longer sufficient for photographs.
2. Wear something you're comfortable with. You've probably read some form of this tip before, but it is the most important thing. If you choose clothes that are too tight or clingy, you'll spend your whole session picking at them or covering up. If you prefer something you've never worn before, you'll be worried about how you look in it or may discover it's uncomfortable, which can come across in your photos. Choose outfits that make you feel like a million dollars! If you purchase something new, wear it some before your session to see how you feel about it. As much as you consider how your outfits make you feel, think about how they'll photograph during your session. If you are going to do multiple outfits please keep it to a maximum of two outfits.
3. Speaking of what you wear, please be sure to steam or iron your outfits before your session. If you show up to iron and steam your outfits during your session, that will be time spent taking away from your picture-taking time.
4. You can bring your accessories, props, and pets to your session. Please bring someone to watch the pets when we shoot you alone. Just give me a heads-up when scheduling or before your sessions on what you plan to bring.
5. What if the weather forecast calls for rain and/or very cold weather on the day of our outside session? I keep a very close look at the weather forecast for all of my upcoming outside sessions. If the forecast calls for a high chance of rain and/or cold weather on the day of our outside session, I'll reach out to you a few days in advance to talk about plan B. Most of the time, plan B involves picking a new date. If the forecast makes it hard for us to make a call to change our plans a few days before, we can make that call the morning of the shoot.
Here are some reasons why a you should consider doing a maternity photography session:
- To document this special time in your life. Pregnancy is a fleeting time, and it goes by faster than you might think. A maternity photo session is a great way to capture this special time in your life and to cherish these memories for years to come.
- To showcase the beauty of pregnancy. Pregnancy is a beautiful time, and a maternity photo session is a great way to celebrate your changing body and the new life growing inside of you. Professional photographers know how to capture the beauty of pregnancy in a flattering and artistic way.
- To create a lasting family legacy. Maternity photos can be cherished by you, your partner, and your child for generations to come. They are a wonderful way to show your child how much they were loved and anticipated before they were even born.
- To capture the bond between parents and child. Maternity photos are a great way to capture the special bond between parents and child. They can also be a way to document the growth and changes of your family over time.
- To personalize your home decor. Maternity photos can be used to create beautiful and unique pieces of home decor. You can frame them, hang them on your walls, or even make a photo album.
- To strengthen the bond between partners. A maternity photo session can be a fun and romantic experience for couples. It can also be a way to celebrate the upcoming birth of your child together.
- To create memories that you will both cherish. Maternity photos are a wonderful way to create memories that you and your partner will both cherish for years to come. They are a reminder of this special time in your life and of the love that you share.
- To include your partner in the pregnancy journey. Maternity photo sessions are a great way to include your partner in the pregnancy journey. It can be a way for them to feel more connected to the baby and to the experience of pregnancy.