The Beauty of Autumn – Maternity Photographer Hammersmith, London

The colours of autumn, how pretty are they! Remember this photo?

I shared it a few weeks ago as a sneak peek from a recent maternity photography session.

Maternity Photographer Hammersmith, London

Aren’t these red leaves stunning?

Last month I went to Hammersmith, in London, to meet this mum-to-be and capture some maternity photos.

It was a beautiful warm day with a blue sky, quite unusual for London weather. We went for a walk along the river and got some photos there before moving to the park. I love outdoor locations for couples and families, being outside and enjoying a walk lets everyone relax and look more natural in the photos too.

The best time for maternity photography is between the 28th and 32nd week, when the belly is showing nicely and mum isn’t too tired yet or at risk of going into labour. This mum was around 33 weeks. I always suggest arranging the session around this window, or at least before the 35th week, especially for a shoot in a park. On location, we walk quite a bit to find the best spot or a quieter corner without too many people. We take breaks for mum to relax, but the further along you are, the harder that gets.

If you’re planning your own outfit for the shoot, I’ve written more about that here: What to Wear for Your Maternity Photos.

Here are some photos from the maternity session.

Now I’m looking forward to meeting the little girl!!

If you are thinking about documenting your pregnancy, please feel free to check out my maternity portfolio and have a look at why maternity photos are worth having, if you still deciding.

I offer both location and studio shoots, depending on your preference. The best time to get in touch and book is just after your 20-week scan.

If you’d like to chat, contact me by email or call me on 07577 978246.

This little girl came back to see me a few years later as a big sister. You can read that story here.

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