Elegant Canberra maternity photography at golden hour — locations scouted, every pose gently guided, your retouched gallery included. Simply arrive and be softly held in the Canberra light.
Capture your pregnancy in the calm warmth of Canberra's golden hour — natural light, gentle posing, and timeless edits, with sessions from $550. Beautifully relaxed, whether you'd like to come on your own, with your partner, with your children, or with your pets.
Bring your own favourite dress or outfit that makes you feel beautiful — we love seeing your personal style come through in golden-hour light. Prefer to hire? Our trusted partner Mama Rentals offers a curated collection of maternity gowns — eco-friendly, affordable, and stress-free. Just let us know in your questionnaire and we'll help you coordinate.
For more than a decade, we've been documenting the journey to motherhood for families across Canberra, Queanbeyan, and the ACT region. Every maternity session is held outdoors in the warm light of late afternoon, at scenic locations we know and love.
Your final weeks of pregnancy are fleeting. Each session is shaped around your comfort, your style, and the quiet anticipation of this chapter — never rushed, always considered.
Whether this is your first, second, or final pregnancy, beautiful maternity photographs are a gift you give yourself today — and an even greater one to share with your children in years to come.
Only you can decide how you'd like your pregnancy portraits captured. Our role is simply to help you do that in a way that feels meaningful to you.
Your maternity photoshoot can be just you, with your partner, your children, or even your pets. Maternity photos are a wonderful excuse to gather a few family portraits at the same time.
We can make it as laid-back or as glamorous as you like, and provide as much — or as little — direction as you need. If posing isn't your thing and you'd rather just have a laugh, so will we — we'll lean into creativity and humour, or capture the day in a more lifestyle, documentary style.
A small selection of recent reviews from our newborn, maternity, and family clients across Canberra.
All sessions are held outdoors during golden hour — the final two hours before sunset — at one of Canberra's scenic locations.
Planning a newborn session too? Save over $100 with our Bump to Baby package — a combined maternity and newborn booking designed to document the full journey.
Choose your package, select a date and time that suits your family, and we'll be in touch shortly after to plan the details of your session.
Book Your SessionA $150 session fee secures your booking — $250 for the Bump to Baby package. The remainder is due before your shoot.
Maternity sessions take place at scenic outdoor locations across Canberra — Woden Valley, Molonglo Valley, Pialligo, Yarralumla, Belconnen, Tuggeranong and Gungahlin — with mothers joining us from as far as Queanbeyan.
Questions before booking? Call Bronwyn on 0490 026 854.
Curated print finishes to bring your portraits off the screen and onto your walls.
Wall art can be added to any package. Sizing and finish options confirmed at your viewing — you'll receive a full guide ahead of your appointment.
For when you fall in love with more than your package includes.
Additional images are chosen from your private gallery after your viewing. Available across all packages — no commitment required at booking.
The small, considered details that turn a maternity session into a memory you'll return to long after baby arrives.
Every maternity session is the opening chapter of a journey we hope to document for years to come. Whether this is your first pregnancy or your third, we approach every session with the same care, intention, and artistry — because this moment deserves to be preserved beautifully.
Every outdoor maternity session is scheduled around Canberra's golden hour — the soft, warm light of the final two hours before sunset that flatters every skin tone and makes your bump glow. No harsh midday light, no unflattering shadows.
A decade of shooting across Canberra means we know exactly where to be, and when. From open golden grasslands to eucalyptus-framed lakesides — we pre-scout and pre-test every location so the light, backdrop, and mood are perfect before you arrive.
We understand that pregnancy is physically demanding, especially in the third trimester. Sessions are relaxed, unhurried, and entirely led by your comfort. We work around your energy, your bump, and how you're feeling on the day — no rushing, no awkward posing.
We'll guide you to the perfect session window — typically 30 to 34 weeks — when your bump is beautifully rounded and you're still feeling comfortable. For twins or multiples we adjust accordingly. Getting the timing right makes a real difference to how you look and feel in your images.
Through our relationship with the team at Mama Rentals, we're happy to point you toward a curated collection of stunning maternity gowns for hire — so you arrive looking and feeling extraordinary without the stress of sourcing your own outfit. We'll share our recommendations as part of your pre-session styling guide.
From the moment you enquire, you're never left guessing. A personalised planning questionnaire, detailed styling guide, and pre-session phone consultation mean you arrive relaxed, prepared, and ready to enjoy the experience.
No automated filters or batch processing. Every delivered image is individually hand-retouched — light, colour, and skin tones carefully refined so you look and feel your most radiant, naturally.
Recognised by Babyinfo as a top Canberra photographer every year from 2018 to 2023, and named by The RiotACT as one of Canberra's best. Trusted by hundreds of Canberra families to document this most precious chapter.
Soft golden light, quiet stillness and the considered beauty of waiting — a glimpse of the chapter just before everything begins.
From booking to golden hour — the small details that make your maternity session feel effortless.
Fill out our booking enquiry form to get started. We'll reach out to schedule a quick phone consultation, then secure your spot with the session fee and e-signed terms & conditions.
We typically schedule maternity sessions between 30 and 34 weeks. This is the sweet spot where your bump is beautifully defined, but you're still comfortable enough to move and pose with ease.
We recommend booking after your 12-week scan to ensure availability. We also suggest scheduling your maternity session alongside your newborn booking — this creates a cohesive story across both galleries.
Maternity sessions are held at one of our beautiful outdoor locations around Canberra for a natural, golden-hour look.
I believe in simple, timeless outfits that celebrate your real life. We'll put together honest, authentic pieces from your own wardrobe so that in twenty years, you recognise yourself — not a trend. If you'd prefer to hire, I love the curated collections at Mama Rentals and Making Muma Hire.
Absolutely. While the focus is on you and your bump, we love including your partner and older children to capture the excitement and connection of your growing family. Pets are warmly welcome at our outdoor maternity sessions too — dogs are regulars, but all kinds of animals are invited to be part of your story. If you're planning to bring a larger companion such as a horse, just let us know during booking so we can select a suitable location together.
Every image is hand-retouched and presented in a private online gallery. All clients receive a comprehensive session prep guide and a design consultation to help you make the most of your images.
Custom wall art, prints, and enlargements are available to purchase separately. There's no pressure — we'll guide you through the options at your own pace.
We offer fine art enlargements, artisan albums, floating metal and acrylic wall mounts, and fine art canvas. We're happy to advise on sizing and placement for your specific home space.
The $150 session fee is included in all package prices — it's not an additional cost. It acts as a non-refundable retainer covering all pre-shoot work and session setup.
Within three weeks of your session, you'll receive access to your private gallery. Once you've made your selections, downloads are available immediately. Wall art production takes up to six weeks.
Our pricing reflects the full end-to-end luxury experience. We're unable to offer discounts, but we do provide flexible payment options and a range of packages designed to suit different budgets.
Absolutely. If you find it too hard to choose, you can upgrade your package or purchase additional digital images directly from your private online gallery.
Yes — maternity vouchers make a wonderful gift for expectant parents. They can be purchased for a specific package or as a dollar amount for the family to use as they wish.
To maintain our brand quality, we don't release unedited RAW files. Each delivered image is hand-retouched to ensure it meets our professional studio standards.
We understand that life happens. We allow one reschedule due to illness or emergency, provided you give us as much notice as possible so we can adjust our schedule accordingly.
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