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Mother-to-be in an emerald gown resting on a porch swing, Metro Detroit maternity session

Ann Arbor Maternity Photographer

Ann Arbor, Michigan · Washtenaw County

Glowing, natural-light maternity portraits.

Recent sessions

A peek at recent natural-light sessions — see the full portfolio for the complete collection.

Black-and-white photo of a girl cradling her newborn sibling, Metro Detroit newborn sessionToddler girl in pink overalls on a wooden bridge, southeast Michigan family sessionMother holding her baby boy on a garden path, southeast Michigan family sessionParents kissing beside their toddler on a Michigan lakeshore beach, family sessionCouple sharing a dip kiss in front of a historic Tudor mansion, Metro Detroit engagementNewly engaged woman covering her face in joy on the beach, Michigan lakeshore engagementClose-up of a baby's chubby legs and feet, Metro Detroit baby detailsBaby girl in a floral outfit and straw hat on a wooden stool, Metro Detroit sitter session
“Maria is an impressive, timely and engaging photographer. She immediately comforted and put my grandchildren at ease and kept their focus when they were losing patience. She also took the time to recreate a twenty year old family photo.”
— Charlotte Barel

Maternity photography in Ann Arbor

Few places bloom like Ann Arbor. We can wander the paths of Nichols Arboretum or the greenhouses at Matthaei Botanical Gardens, letting all that lush, filtered light wrap around you and your growing belly.

What your Ann Arbor maternity session includes

Golden-hour, natural-light setting
Client wardrobe & styling guidance
Flattering, comfortable posing for every body
Partner and sibling photos welcome

Favorite maternity photo spots in Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor maternity photography FAQ

When is the best time for a maternity session in Ann Arbor?+

Most expecting parents book their Ann Arbor maternity session between 28 and 34 weeks, when your bump is beautifully round but you're still comfortable moving around. We aim for golden hour — the hour before sunset — for that soft, flattering light.

Where do you photograph maternity sessions in Ann Arbor?+

Favorite Ann Arbor maternity spots include Nichols Arboretum (the Arb), Matthaei Botanical Gardens and The Gallup Park riverside. Flowing gowns and styling guidance are included, and if there's a location that's meaningful to you, we can shoot there instead.

What's included in a Ann Arbor maternity session?+

Every session includes a golden-hour, natural-light setting, client wardrobe and styling guidance, flattering and comfortable posing for every body, and the option to include your partner or older children.

Book your Ann Arbor maternity session

Tell me what you're dreaming up and I'll be in touch to plan the details. No payment needed to start.

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