Investing in photographs of this season is not something most people do without thinking twice. That's okay. This guide is here to walk you through everything; what a session looks like, what it costs, and what you'll have when it's over. My hope is that by the end, it feels less like a decision and more like a yes.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here.
Most of us have plenty of quick snapshots. A phone passed back and forth. A rushed smile before heading out the door. But this season holds more than that.
The way your days feel. The pace of them. The small interactions that might seem ordinary now and won’t always be.
Having someone step in to document it thoughtfully means you get to be in it fully.
This chapter of your life deserves to be remembered.
My Approach
My approach to maternity photography is slow, attentive, and rooted in how this season actually feels.
Focusing on the small, real moments...the quiet glances, your laughter, the pauses where you just exist together. I guide gently when it helps, but mostly I create space for you to be present and connected.
I document you in the spaces and rhythms that feel like home; at your kitchen table, on a walk, in the places where your life is unfolding. These are the images you’ll return to, the ones that remember this chapter fully.
Here's something I want to be upfront about: I don't work from currated Pinterest boards. When I've tried in the past, I spend the whole session chasing someone else's image instead of finding yours. The art suffers for it. What you're getting when you book me is my perspective -- and that only works if you let me use it.
Process
Before we meet, I’ll send over a short questionnaire to get to know you both and what this season feels like for you. This helps me arrive to your session with intention and care.
On the day of your session, my goal is simple: keep it relaxed and allow you to be yourselves. I’ll guide when it helps, toss in a playful prompt here and there, and mostly give you room to connect.
After your session, your full gallery will be delivered within 45 days, with clear and simple steps to download, share, and print your images.
Collections
The Maternity Session
Two hours to slow down and actually be here for this. We'll usually start at home and move somewhere nearby - unhurried, unposed, just you in this season of life.
• Two-hour session
• Two locations (typically in home, then a nearby location)
• Two outfits
• 125 high-resolution images delivered
• Add eight same-day Polaroid images to take home for $80
$ 1200
Bump to Baby
This collection is for the families who want to remember it all. The anticipation of new life and the beautiful, messy beginning. Both sessions are valued at $800/each, saving you $200.
It includes two full sessions:
• One maternity session with up to one hour of coverage, one location, one outfit, and 65 images delivered
• One family or motherhood session at home or on location before baby turns one year, with the same inclusions and care
• Add eight same-day Polaroid images to take home for $80
$ 1400
Trusted by families for the past nine years;
“Every single photo feels so true to us and who we are as a family. Her work is purposeful yet organic."
“Her talent for capturing candid moments is matched by her professionalism, kindness, and work ethic. Every photo is a joy to see.”
"Not only is she an incredibly talented photographer, but she is wonderful at making everyone feel incredibly comfortable."
"Shannen captured such organic, real and loving photos of our family that we cant wait to cherish for years to come."
"Shannen was the best, don’t think twice just hire her! She gave me a new appreciation for my home and captured moments I will cherish for a lifetime."
Ready to move forward?
Choose your package & get started
STEP 01
Date & Location
We'll find a day that works for your family and talk through where feels most like you - your home, your neighborhood, somewhere that holds your everyday.
STEP 02
Contract & Retainer
A signed contract and 30% retainer locks in your date and makes it official.
STEP 03
Questionnaire
Before we meet, I'll send over a few questions to get to know you and what this season feels like. This helps me show up to your session with intention.
STEP 04
Session & Delivery
With everything taken care of ahead of time, your session day will feel easy and unhurried. Within 45 days, your full gallery will be delivered and ready to download, share, and print.
It means a lot that you’d consider me to document this part of your life.
Being there with you, in a real and honest way, is something I value deeply.
I’m looking forward to creating images you will hold onto for years.
x
Shan
