This session is all about YOU! After months of hard work nurturing new life, it’s time to embrace your pregnancy glow and celebrate this incredible journey. Whether you’re expecting your first child or welcoming another little one, let’s make this moment special with a day of glamour and beauty. You deserve this experience, and I can’t wait to help you make it unforgettable!
serving all Pregnant Mamas
Chicago Maternity Photographer
Real Women. Cherished Memories.
I had the pleasure of photographing Emily and her husband for their maternity session, and it was such a joy to bring her inspiration images to life! As a first-time mom, Emily was thrilled to showcase her baby bump and radiated beauty throughout the entire session. Now, she’s the proud mom of a gorgeous little princess.
First time momma
Momma’s wish is my command! She wanted a variety of poses and selected different looks from my client closet and looked breathtakingly beautiful in every single one!
Mom of boys
Jovanna
I pushed my limits with this session (which I love doing) and created unforgettable portraits! Mom gave me free reign and absolutely loved the final results!
Maternity with family
Lorena
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Between managing daily life, attending doctor’s appointments, and preparing for your little one’s arrival, it can be hard to find moments for self-care and relaxation but that’s where I come in! Let’s take a break from the hustle and bustle of preparation and focus on YOU. You deserve to feel cherished and celebrated during this extraordinary time.
You are worthy of this experience, and I can’t wait to help you create lasting memories that you’ll treasure for years to come. Let’s make this moment as beautiful and unforgettable as you are!
-A full hour of personalized portrait time
-Access to a gorgeous selection of maternity dresses and accessories
-Elegant, handcrafted props and backdrops
Planning ahead of time will be your best friend. Typically maternity sessions take place between 28-34 weeks pregnant.
To get started, we offer a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation. This allows us to determine availability, discuss your vision, and ensure that we are the perfect fit for each other.
To schedule your over the phone consultation, please fill out the contact form below.
1. Say Hello
After our phone consultation, I will send you an email summarizing all the information we've discussed. If you'd like to proceed, simply text or email me to begin the process. A non-refundable retainer and a signed contract will finalize your booking.
2. Schedule it
Booking your maternity session at least 3 weeks in advance allows us to get creative and try new things!
Do you envision a glam and glitzy session, something simple and casual, or perhaps a mix of both? Will your spouse and other children be part of the session, or would you prefer to have all the attention on you?
We'll explore all these options to create a session that is truly special and uniquely yours.
3. Planning it
Whoop! Whoop! Your session is finally here! This is your moment to shine! Get your hair and makeup done, and don't forget your nails too. Now is the time to pamper yourself and show off that pregnancy glow!
Best part? You don't have to worry about your wardrobe, as I offer a complimentary maternity client closet for you to use during your session!
4. Your Session
Approximately two weeks after your session, you'll come back into the studio for your viewing and ordering session. There you'll get to see all your images beautifully retouched and ready to be purchased.
5. Your Photographs
Then get ready to be wowed with how beautiful your printed artwork will look!
Best part, you only purchase the portraits that capture your heart!
Spoiler Alert-You will want ALL of them!
I never had the chance to take processional pictures taken but being able to have my maternity, new born, and family pictures with ANE Photography was truly a blessing and such a heartwarming experience for me and my family! Carmen is very professional and such a great, charismatic, and joyful photographer. Having a toddler trying to take picture is very stressful at times but yet working with them it brought out his little personality! Definitely recommend and will be going with ANE Photography for my future family and kid pictures!
Maternity session
Katherine
I just want to say Carmen is super personable and very talented at her craft. You can tell that she is passionate about photography by how patient and attentive to detail she is. My newborn was very fussy during the photoshoot and Carmen was very understanding and even helped me soothe my newborn. There are not enough words to describe how amazing each and every photo that Alejandra took is. She has a magical way of finding the perfect angle, lighting, and of course expressions. She had so many wonderful props and was able to do so much!! I cried at how wonderful my newborn's photographs came out and I will cherish them forever. I 100% recommend her.
Newborn Session
Izabella
Best photography experience me and my son have had! Carmen did an AMAZING job with getting my son to smile and look at the camera. He did so well and the photos came out beautiful! I would definitely recommend ANE. 10/10 experience!
Cake smash Session
Jovanna & Moises
Carmen made our first family photo shoot a wonderful experience. She was super responsive to my emails and took the time to help me decide on which backdrops to use for the shoot. She is professional, personable, and great with kids. My daughter constantly asks when we can go see Carmen again and take more pictures. Our photos are beautiful. She gave great direction and posed us perfectly. Everything from the lighting and the angles exceeded my expectations. I’m so glad I found her and will definitely be booking with her again!
family Session
Rachael and gerald