Magical Maternity Portraits | Smithville Mansion | Eastampton NJ

I had this pretty lacey maternity gown... a gorgeous, delicate flower crown... but no bumps to take pictures of.

I put out a model call and that's when I connected with Jessica.

I was so excited to photograph her and hear her story! Baby Luca is her rainbow baby, so this was definitely an extra special experience for her. I was so happy to be able to document her growing family. We made a plan to meet up at Smithville Mansion in Eastampton, NJ, not far from her home at McGuire Air Force Base, and have fun taking pictures!

We were both a little nervous at the beginning of the session. I had done plenty of Maternity photo sessions before, but this one felt different.

Her husband was a bit reluctant to be included in photos, but as we all loosened up, I got him laughing and relaxing and we got some amazing shots. One of my biggest concerns was getting that beloved relaxed, genuine connection. I had just learned about prompting clients instead of posing them so I was giving it a go...

Look at the magic we made!

I made an awkward, risqué joke that isn't worth repeating and I couldn't believe came out of my mouth... but it worked. Doesn't their love make your heart explode and want a magical maternity session of your own?

This was definitely one of my favorite shots, but it was not easy to get.... I'm afraid of heights and I was on a stool on a platform lining over that railing you see in the corner. But ^^THAT^^ was worth it!

"Look down at your belly and think of a wish you have for your baby in his lifetime" The tears were about to start flowing... this picture exudes so much love, happiness, and emotion.