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Best Maternity Photographers in New York, NY

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Our goal is to connect people with the best local professionals. We scored New York City 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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Room 305 315 W 39th St,, New York, NY 10018

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4.8 (75)
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5.0 (25)

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Jessica Elbar Photography is a child and maternity portraiture studio in NYC midtown. The artist documents the miracle of life, from the time it peaks out of a mother's belly, and she loves to travel to other parts of the United States and the globe. Jessica Elbar Photography features its works on the website, and some of the stills show pregnant women in fabulous outfits and those who are happily anticipating their bundles of joy with their loved ones.

440 East 20th Street, New York, NY 10009

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5.0 (51)
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4.9 (29)

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Luciana Golcman Photography organizes maternity and newborn photoshoots for clients in New York City. Focusing on minimalism, Luciana strives to capture the emotional connection between parents and children through photos supplemented by backdrops of local landscapes and the use of fabrics and gowns. Each session package includes a preparation guide and private online galleries that feature 30 to 50 retouched images. Luciana's industry experience stems from her time under various studios, including But Natural Photography, Meg Bitton, and Anamaria Brandt Photography.

  • Birth Photography
  • Family Portraits

2628 Broadway, New York, NY 10025

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5.0 (38)
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5.0 (5)

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Camille CD Photography is a studio located in New York City that caters to maternity and newborn photography needs. Owner Camille was raised in Belgium and practiced human rights law before extending her passion for supporting women and motherhood into photography. She walks clients through their vision of the shoot and transforms them into digital and print art pieces in her studio. The studio provides styling elements for the wardrobe, as well as hair and makeup for mothers.

Bellerose, NY 11426

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5.0 (40)

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Irene Bella Photography is a portrait photography provider in Bellerose that offers maternity, glamour, couple and family portraiture services capturing special milestones and moments in the lives of people. The artist holds indoor and outdoor photo shoots, and the locations include parks, beaches, and historic spots. The photographer has been in the business for 9 years and serves clients from the city and Long Island. Irene Bella Photography also covers headshots, weddings, mitzvahs, birthdays, and other special events, and the website features some of the studio's latest stills. Clients may call to inquire about various package options.

New York City, NY 10001

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4.9 (36)
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5.0 (1)

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Claudia Oliver Photography Studio serves clients in New York City. Claudia provides maternity photography services that celebrate pregnancy, which most women only experience a few times in their lives. She helps clients remember defining moments in their lives through wedding and newborn photography sessions. To capture the ideal expression for the moment, she takes multiple images. Claudia uses a Canon 5D Mark IV Body camera, Ad200 Godox Studio strobe, and Canon 600 XT flash. She has been commissioned to do wedding photography sessions in Santorini and the Bahamas.

  • Birth Photography

23rd St, Astoria, NY 11105

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5.0 (19)
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5.0 (4)

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Julie Pavlova Photography provides a range of options for maternity portraits. The photographer offers a wide selection of gowns to wear during the session, and clients have the option of completing the shoot in the studio or their homes. Sessions are usually booked between 29 and 36 weeks of pregnancy, with Ms. Pavlova offering a relaxed atmosphere. Her portraits include spouse and family members as well a selection with just mother and child.

Hampton, NY, Hampton, NY 10003

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Daisy Beatty Photography is a photography studio in Greenwich Village Manhattan NYC, specializing in maternity portraiture. Owner and photographer Daisy works throughout New York City and the Hamptons. Daisy is a portrait specialist with over 15 years of experience. She offers newborn, family, and child photography as well as headshots for everything from actors, dancers, executives, and for online dating. Daisy is happy to travel or do shoots in her studio. Past clients review Daisy highly and praise how easy she is to work with, how well she gets along with children of all ages, and her creative, talented eye for getting great pictures.

Basking Ridge, NJ 07920

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4.5 (70)
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3.0 (13)

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Avnida Photography is a newborn and maternity photographer in Basking Ridge that caters to individuals and families from various parts of New Jersey and New York. The company is “all about 'Love...Life...Lens,'” and the team goes indoors and outdoors to document the natural emotion of anticipating mothers and newly delivered miracles of life. Avnida Photography's full session for pregnant women costs $525, and it accommodates the father of the baby.

Passaic, NJ 07055

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5.0 (23)
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5.0 (4)

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Miriam Dubinsky Photography is a newborn, family, and maternity portraiture service. The founding artist and company namesake strives to create a memorable visual narrative, and she does this by working closely with clients from the pre-session stage to the last phase of the project. Her images are known for their emotive, soulful, and authentic aspects, capturing the essence of family with a strong focus on the love and deep connections that her clients share with each other. Miriam Dubinsky Photography caters to individuals and families from New York City and the suburbs, as well as neighborhoods in the northern part of New Jersey.

Brooklyn, NY 11225

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5.0 (6)
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5.0 (3)

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PhotoStory Collections is a contemporary photo studio based in New York City. The firm was established by Candance Howe, a maternity photographer who uses her craft to celebrate the strength of being a mother. Howe sets up photoshoots for soon-to-be mothers complete with wardrobe consultation, professional make-up, and a styled set. Each session is designed to ensure that clients look and feel their best. Howe also specializes in boudoir photography and mother and baby photo sessions.

20 West 20th Street, Suite 1002, New York, NY 10003

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4.7 (19)
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5.0 (6)
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5.0 (5)

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Clare Fisher Photography is a New York City-based studio that specializes in portraiture. Clare Fisher offers multiple services including maternity photography. She aims to produce maternity portraits that are timeless and classic. She customizes each session based on the client's personal style and vision. Maternity shoots are held in the photographer's studio, where clients are given access to different backdrops and a wardrobe of flowing fabrics, gowns, and fitted dresses. Fisher utilizes both natural and artificial lighting during sessions.

Maspeth, NY 11378

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5.0 (11)

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Dalia Drulia is a newborn and maternity photography provider in Maspeth. The artist has more than 10 years of industry experience, and she caters to clients from New York's five boroughs and the surrounding neighborhoods. Dalia Drulia strives to make a visual remembrance of the bond between a mother and her newly arrived child, and the packages start at $350.

260 Merrick Rd., Lynbrook, NY 11563

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4.9 (174)
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4.9 (13)

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Janine Leigh Photography is an infant and maternity portraiture service in Lynbrook. The founding artist is both a professional photographer and a registered nurse, and she melds personal insight with career experience to capture precious moments without risking the safety of pregnant women and newborn babies. Janine Leigh Photography's studio provides a comfortable environment, and this aims to capture the natural bliss that family members share among themselves.

New York, NY 10001

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5.0 (108)

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Glow Portraits is a newborn and maternity photography studio in New York. The team's signature style is “soft, simple, and pure,” and the goal is to transform priceless yet flitting moments into heirloom pieces. Glow Portraits serves individuals and families from midtown Manhattan, and clients can call to inquire about obtaining the right to print and other company policies. The package for expectant mothers costs $1,500, and this includes a two-hour session and professional styling.

Hoboken, NJ 07030

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4.8 (11)
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4.5 (6)

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Hartshorn Portraiture is a newborn and maternity photography provider in Hoboken. The founder fuses decades of professional experience in fashion and editorial portrait photography with his knack for capturing family milestones, and some of his recent projects appear on the website. Hartshorn Portraiture's studio sits in the iconic Monroe Center for the Arts, and the on-studio shoot costs $750. The packages include consultations from beginning to end, to make sure that clients get the perfect images they deserve.

New York City, NY

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5.0 (7)

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Hat Photography caters to individuals and families in and around New York City, providing maternity photography services to enable expectant mothers to preserve their pregnancy journey. The studio has a selection of dresses for mothers to choose from. It also conducts wedding, newborn, and cake smash photography. It is a member of the Belly Baby Models - an international model referral source. The company's owner and photographer has been taking pictures for more than two decades.

  • Wedding
  • Cake Smash
  • Newborn

Compare our Top Maternity Photographers

NameExpertise RatingAddressPromotionsLearn more
Jessica Elbar Photography
Room 305 315 W 39th St,, New York, NY 10018
Luciana Golcman Photography
440 East 20th Street, New York, NY 10009
Camille CD Photography
2628 Broadway, New York, NY 10025
Irene Bella Photography
Bellerose, NY 11426
Claudia Oliver Photography Studio
New York City, NY 10001
Julie Pavlova Photography
23rd St, Astoria, NY 11105
Daisy Beatty Photography
Hampton, NY, Hampton, NY 10003
Avnida Photography
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Miriam Dubinsky Photography
Passaic, NJ 07055
PhotoStory Collections
Brooklyn, NY 11225
Clare Fisher Photography
20 West 20th Street, Suite 1002, New York, NY 10003
Dalia Drulia
Maspeth, NY 11378
Janine Leigh Photography
260 Merrick Rd., Lynbrook, NY 11563
Glow Portraits
New York, NY 10001
Hartshorn Portraiture
Hoboken, NJ 07030
Hat Photography
New York City, NY

FAQs

  • 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.