Maternity Amongst the Cherry Blossoms

I've said it before, but I'll say it again...one of my favourite things about my job is getting to watch families grow over the years. I photographed this couple's wedding. Their last maternity and newborn sessions PLUS 6 month session AND a number of their friend's weddings. I feel like I get to see them often. It is such an honour to document their growing family. They met me at Edworthy Park in Calgary for their most recent session to celebrate the last few weeks of being a family of three. I can't wait to visit their home for a newborn session in July ;) 

Such a sweet, laid back session filled with cherry blossoms and candy peaches ;) (gotta keep a kid on your side anyway you can).

~ Dana 

Okotoks Maternity Photography

We had a lazy summer evening eating grapes and drinking iced tea while my friend and make up artist, Karlie from Love and Colour did her hair and make up in my studio before we headed out to create some images in the golden hours before the sun sets. Maternity sessions are my favourite....I say that all the time. Watching couples blossom into parents as they go from maternity to newborn sessions is just one of my most favourite things. I simply cannot wait to meet this little one later this summer.

A quick note about availability--I am mostly booked for the summer, so if you are hoping for a session, contact me soon so that I can get you in my schedule. September is starting to book now. I know that I am definitely not one of those parents who are on top of things, but if you are thinking that 2017 is your year for family photographs, now would be a good time to solidify one of the coveted best spots(3rd and 4th week of September). 

And, if you are having a baby, I'd love to see you in and out of the studio to help you create some amazing images to celebrate.

A Family Maternity Session in Studio | Okotoks Photographer

I love this little family and I am so excited that they are welcoming a new little baby into their home!!! And, it's not just because the dad is Bob's cousin ;) They are just so down to earth and such great parents. It's always awesome to visit with them and I love that they trust me to photograph the milestones in their life.

This session was in my studio where we took advantage of some of the items from my studio wardrobe. As well, my friend and incredible make up artist Karlie from Love and Colour Make Up studios was able to come right to the studio and help both mom and daughter get ready. She also helped me get the floral comb provided by the wonderful florists at Fleurish Flower Shop in Calgary just right. And, how cute is that baby's breath floral crown? Such a simple crown that makes such an impact. Grateful for the amazing vendors that I get to work with--they help make all of my maternity sessions just that much more special!!

If you are expecting a baby in 2017, I would love to talk to you about all of my options for interesting maternity photography. Studio, on location, underwater...let's create something awesome together!!

~ Dana

Okotoks Maternity Photographer

First of all...um HELLO she is completely GORGEOUS. And...this, ladies and gentlemen is her 3rd pregnancy. I mean, really? 

I'm grateful for her trust to put on a bikini and a lace dress and sit in the river so that we could create these images together.