FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

((Q:)) When should I schedule my maternity session?
((A:))  Most maternity sessions are done between 29-36 weeks along with the majority of sessions done around 32-33 weeks.  It is not recommended to schedule the session at 36 weeks because you never know when baby will choose to make their debut but if you're 36 weeks pregnant reading this and would like to get on the schedule definitely reach out as it isn't too late! 

((Q:)) The women on your website look like models.  I am not a model and I have no idea how to pose.  Is this something a "normal" woman can do? 
((A:)) ABSOLUTELY this is something you can do! Most all of the women that you see on my website are just normal mamas who have never modeled before. What you see are beautiful women who look super comfortable and confident and they look like they know exactly what they're doing right? The truth is that while they ARE all beautiful, comfortable and confident women they were also coached every single step of the way during the session. We will tell you exactly what to do, how to do it and encourage you throughout your portrait session.  

((Q:)) Where is your studio located?
((A:)) We are conveniently located in the South Bay (Lomita) about 10 minutes from the 110 Freeway.  Our address is 25116 Narbonne Ave #B, Lomita, CA 90717

((Q:)) What is included in your session fee? 
((A:))  Pre-session consultation (either in person, online or over the phone) to discuss your portrait session as well as how to prepare  for your shoot.  Full access to the studio wardrobe.  Magazine style image editing and retouching.   A select number of digital portraits available for download (number of portraits vary depending on session booked) 

((Q:))  Do you provide wardrobe?
((A:)). Absolutely!  The studio has a variety of wardrobe options available to you at no additional cost.  We have gowns, body suits, crop tops, Italian silks for draping, jackets, bralettes, bandeaus and more.  We have everything from flowing gowns to tight gowns and everything in between. 

((Q:)) Can my spouse/partner/other children participate?
((A:)) We encourage your spouse/partner and other children to participate!  We ask that if you do bring children to the studio that you have a care taker to watch after them for the duration of the session.  We do not allow children to be left unattended in the studio.

((Q:)) How should I prepare for my shoot?  What do I need to bring?
((A:)). We are a full service studio so there isn't much that you have to bring with you.  We do ask that clients bring a strapless bra (nude/white color) as well as seamless panties in nude and/or black.  We will often times ask clients to bring a pair of jeans form their pre-pregnancy days as well as any items from their wardrobe they want to incorporate (jean jacket, robe).  After you complete the booking process we will go further into detail on what you should do to prepare, but don't worry, we'll have the majority of what you need covered. 

((Q:)) Do I have to do nude portraits?
((A:)). Absolutely not!  We can do amazingly beautiful fine art style portraits with or without clothing.  We fully respect your level of comfort and will customize your session accordingly.  You don't want to be fully nude? We can do nude implied portraits or perhaps but you in a semi-see through dress to show off your baby bump while still wearing clothing. We can work with draping silks and fabrics to show off exactly what you want to while covering what you don't.  

((Q:)) I've gained weight during my pregnancy and I'm a little self conscious.  Do you do slimming in Photoshop? 
((A:)) We NEVER want anyone to feel body shamed and we hope you feel beautiful and comfortable during your portrait session.  Magazine style editing is included in your portrait session and we will have a conversation with you about what you are comfortable with and what you aren't.  Slight body slimming (thighs, back, arms, chin) is pretty standard as well as the correction of blemishes, stretch marks (if you like).  We are very skilled and experienced in our editing process and we are confident that you will love the results while still feeling like you're looking at a portrait of yourself.  We truly just accentuate all of the beauty that is already there.

((Q:)) Can you cover stretch marks and cellulite?
((A:)) Yes, we will do corrective editing on blemishes, stretch marks and cellulite at no additional cost to you.

((Q:)) When should I book my maternity session?
((A:)) We run a high volume studio and encourage you to get on our schedule when you are in your 2nd trimester.  

((Q:)) What's your turn around time?
((A:)) Per our contract we have a 20 business day turn around time but we aim to complete your portrait session within 2-3 weeks.

((Q:)) Do you have anyone you recommend for hair and makeup?
((A:)) I do! I can arrange for hair and/or makeup to be done in the studio before your session.  Professional hair and makeup is ALWAYS encouraged and it truly makes such a (beautiful) difference.  

Ready to book your maternity experience? Please fill out our contact form to get started.