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Best Maternity Photographers in Indianapolis

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Our goal is to connect people with the best local professionals. We scored Indianapolis Maternity Photographers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

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Website
1725 E Thompson Road, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Why choose this provider?

Lisa Marie Design & Photography is a studio in Indianapolis that offers family and maternity portraiture services. The photographer recommends holding outdoor sessions “just before the sun sets in the evening, to capture Indiana's soft filtered golden light,” and her works include a couple holding an ultrasound image of the baby and celebrating the news. Lisa Marie Design & Photography also handles engagements, matrimonial ceremonies and receptions, and other milestones, and it can provide clients with classy birth announcements, wedding invitations, and promotional materials.

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5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (6)

Website
Indianapolis, IN 46201

Why choose this provider?

Eileen Call Photography is an on-location portrait provider in Indianapolis, IN that captures and preserves maternity and other family milestones on film. The artist holds a bachelor's degree in fine arts and has completed her master’s degree in art therapy. Some of her masterpieces feature an expectant couple on the prairie, a sleeping infant in a tutu, and a happy family with mommy's boys and daddy's girl. Eileen Call works with clients from the city and the suburbs of Marion, as well as neighborhoods in Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Morgan, and Shelby counties.

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5.0

Website
Indianapolis, IN 46224

Why choose this provider?

Lane Lewis Photography is a studio in Indianapolis that offers engagement, wedding, and maternity portraiture services. The artist takes pictures indoors and outdoors, and she welcomes requests for destination shoots anywhere in the United States. Lane Lewis Photography charges $400 for a 120-minute session, and the package includes digital downloads of all edited images, in color and black-and-white formats, a private online gallery to share with family and friends, and a print release.

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5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (14)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (1)

Website
Carmel, IN 46033

Why choose this provider?

Prophoto Solution is a wedding and maternity photographer in Carmel. The studio uses Nikon equipment and the latest software, and it has a comfortable, laid-back setup that even grandparents can enjoy. Prophoto Solution also offers newborn and high school senior portraiture packages, and it holds indoor and outdoor sessions within and outside of the city. The company posts the digital files within fourteen days of the shoot, and it delivers the selected images within six weeks of the client's approval.

Reputation:

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5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (5)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (3)

Professionalism:

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5.0
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Website
10242 Yosemite Ln, Indianapolis, IN 46234

Why choose this provider?

Lacy Clagg Photography is an Indianapolis, Indiana-based studio that opened in 2003. It specializes in capturing family life events and milestones, such as welcoming a newborn, getting engaged or married, and celebrating birthdays. Sessions are held on-site or in the studio, with props and outfits included in select packages. The company also provides special themed packages, including Cosplay and Princess-styled sessions. Aspiring photographers can sign up for the studio's private mentoring, workshops, and classes.

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5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (13)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (2)

Website
Fishers, IN 46038

Why choose this provider?

Lauren Gallagher Photography is a studio in Fishers that takes pictures of families, newborns, and pregnant women. The photographer aims to provide people with images that can be cherished forever, and her maternity collections start at $1,075. Lauren Gallagher Photography also covers engagements and weddings, and she captures high school senior moments on film as well. Clients can view the artist's portfolio on the website, and they can call to ask about the services, session procedures, and company policies.

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5.0

Website
Indianapolis, IN 46204

Why choose this provider?

Cindy Johnson Boudoir Photography is a studio in Indianapolis and has another studio in Franklin that offers portraiture services for males and females, including pregnant women. The artist loves “to photograph souls,” and the 45 -minute session with three outfit changes and 25 edited images costs $389. Cindy Johnson Boudoir Photography welcomes requests for destination shoots in other parts of the world, and it also takes captivating pictures of animals and Mother Nature. The shop provides mentoring for camera enthusiasts and aspiring professionals.

Reputation:

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4.9
Facebook
4.9 / 5 (290)
Yelp
4.5 / 5 (12)
Google
5.0 / 5 (6)

Professionalism:

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5.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Introduction

    Maternity photographers work with pregnant women to capture images during the peak of their pregnancies. Photographs are typically taken in the third trimester when the subject's belly is round. In some cases, photographers may offer mothers and families the option to purchase maternity photos in a package with newborn photos, once their baby is born.

    Because every photographer's style is different, mothers-to-be have options when it comes to how they want their maternity photos to look. While some photos have an artful quality, others may be taken in a studio for a more traditional feel. Learn more about maternity photography by reading the frequently asked questions listed below.
  • What is maternity photography?

    Maternity photography is series a of photographs taken of soon-to-be mothers later in their pregnancies. These photos may be of just the mother, or they may include the father and other children. Often, maternity photos are whimsical and artistic, as they're meant to capture the beauty of pregnancy.

  • What to wear to a maternity photoshoot?

    What you wear for maternity photos depends on the style of the photographs being taken. Mothers who want to show their bare belly for maternity photos may want to opt for a basic crop top or sports bra with comfortable pants on the bottom. Those who prefer to stay covered up might want to consider an elegant gown.

  • What are good poses for a maternity photoshoot?

    Often, women will pose with their hands, or the father's hands, placed on their growing belly in maternity photos. Photos might be taken from the side to show a profile of the mother's shape or straight on to capture the joy on the subject's face.

  • How much does maternity photography cost?

    According to Fash, portrait photographers, including maternity photographers, typically charge between $100 and $250 per hour when photographing subjects. That cost normally equates to anywhere from $25 to $100 per edited image. On average, a photoshoot takes one full hour, whether indoors or outdoors.

  • How to get a photography contract with a maternity hospital?

    As a photographer, you need to have experience and proper training to work in a hospital setting. Most hospital photographers have some training in medical terminology as well as experience and training in how to safely work with new mothers and babies.