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Pregnancy isn’t always easy, or glamorous, but the profound connection we have with our babies, even in pregnancy, is nothing short of a miracle and deserves to be celebrated.
Maternity sessions are a time to take in and appreciate your growing family, so we’ll capture sweet moments with your loved ones as well as your growing belly. As your Madison maternity photographer, my goal is not only to give you beautiful photos, but to turn your cherished memories into tangible, heirloom artwork that you’ll enjoy for many years to come.
Maternity sessions always take place during Golden Hour – the hour before the sun sets. This is when the light is soft and glowy (and also the most flattering) and can give your images some extra magic. Maternity sessions take place on-location at one of my favorite outdoor spots around the Madison area.
Madison Maternity Photographer
Serving Waunakee, Middleton, Verona, Fitchburg, Cottage Grove, Sun Prairie, Deforest, Monona, McFarland and surrounding Madison WI areas.
"I’ve done maternity and family sessions with Liz and could not be more pleased with the pictures and the overall experience. She provides easy directions to capture special shots, and helps make my little guy comfortable to really capture his personality. Absolutely love the colors, textures, and overall feelings shown through her pictures. She is so talented. Looking forward to many more family sessions in the future! Highly recommend.."
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As a mom of three myself, I am constantly inspired by motherhood and the profound connection that we have with our children.
And I can tell you first-hand that time slips by faster than you can ever be prepared for. Our babies grow and change day-to-day, week-to-week and month-to-month. And in the {beautiful} chaos of it all, we sometimes don't even realize it's happening until we look back at our photos.
Then you're suddenly taken back to how tiny your baby felt in your arms, the softness of their skin, and the tiny fingers and toes you counted over and over again. You recall the first time you looked in their eyes, feeling a love so pure it left you breathless.
And for this, I feel incredibly privileged to be able to capture these fleeting moments for you and help create lasting memories. As your Madison maternity photographer, my goal is not only to give you beautiful photos, but to turn your cherished memories into tangible, heirloom artwork that can be enjoyed for years to come.
A Madison Maternity Photographer
Hi there, I'm Liz.
The Experience
Madison Maternity Photographer
choose your collection
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After your session, you will receive your final images in a beautiful online slideshow! Watch the slideshow as many times as you wish, and then decide which Collection you would like to purchase. Because it's important to me that everyone walks away with some kind of tangible artwork, every Collection includes a number of Digital Images + complimentary Artwork Credit. Once you purchase your Collection, you can download your images, place your artwork order, and get excited to enjoy your beautiful images in your home!
session day
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We will meet during Golden Hour (the hour before sunset) for outdoor sessions, or mid-morning for indoor sessions. Just show up as you are, ready to love on your family, and I'll take it from there.
My style is a little bit posed, but mostly fun and laid back. I like to get a few shots of everyone smiling at the camera (the good ole Christmas Card shot), but ultimately my goal is to create meaningful images that tell the story of your family.
plan your session
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Once you've browsed around my website and think we might be a good fit, submit the Contact form to learn more about availability, artwork offerings and pricing.
You can book either a single Portrait Session, or join The Milestone Collective, which is a membership option that offers discounts for families who want multiple sessions to document their new baby and all of their sweet details over their first year.
inquire & book
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Once you're booked your Madison Maternity Session, we can start planning and preparing for your session. You'll receive a comprehensive Style Guide with access to Style & Select (virtual styling service), or you can borrow from the EPP Client Wardrobe!
You'll also receive an Artwork Guide so you can start thinking about how to bring your photos to life. Choose from a stunning Layflat Album (a client favorite), frame a favorite photo or design the Gallery Wall of your dreams!
Portrait session
The first step in booking your Madison maternity photography session is to choose either a single Portrait Session or The Milestone Collective membership,
investment
SESSION FEE IS $300
COLLECTIONS BEGIN AT $800
A Madison Portrait Session is great for families who are looking for a single newborn, maternity or family photography session. A Portrait Session includes:
- a welcome package in the mail to help you prepare for your session
- a comprehensive Style Guide with access to Style & Select, and access to the complimentary EPP Client Wardrobe
- an Artwork Guide to help you bring your photos to life with print
- heirloom quality artwork offerings and design services
the milestone collective
The Milestone Collective is a membership option that offers significant savings for multiple sessions and is the perfect way to capture your baby and all of their sweet details, starting in pregnancy and throughout their first year. The membership includes:
- Your choice of up to 4 Portrait Sessions to be used in the first 13 months of your baby's birth
- 25 complimentary birth announcements
- $100 Collection discount, per session
- one membership fee, no additional session fees
MEMBERSHIP Fee IS $700
COLLECTIONS BEGIN AT $800
It’s important that every family walk away with tangible artwork they can enjoy for years to come, so in addition to digital images, every Collection includes a complimentary artwork credit to use towards anything in the Gallery Store.
Learn more about the milestone collective →
The Milestone Collective membership offers significant savings for multiple sessions and is the perfect way to capture your baby and all of their sweet details, starting in pregnancy and throughout their first year.
Most mom's choose to document a maternity, newborn, 6 and 12 month session, but you can select 3 or 4 sessions from any combination of maternity, hospital fresh 48, newborn, 3 mo, 6 mo, 9 mo, or 12 month sessions.
why join the milestone collective?
Madison maternity photography
As early in your pregnancy as possible! Madison maternity photography sessions can book out months in advance so reach out as soon as you’re considering a maternity session for up-to-date availability. Typically around 33 weeks works well. Milestone Collective members receive priority access to my calendar.
faq's
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When is the best time to book a madison maternity photography session?
Yes! I have a client wardrobe with over 70 dresses for mom to choose from, as well as a growing wardrobe for little ones. Or, since I understand everyone has their own style, I know you may want to style your own family and that’s also great! I have helpful styling resources you can take and make your own, so together we’ll coordinate your family’s wardrobe so you can rest assured knowing everyone will look and feel their best.
Do you help us figure out what to wear?
- Up to 4 Portrait Sessions - booking fee discount up to $500
- 25 complimentary birth announcements - discount of $150
- $100-$200 Collection discount, per session - discount up to $800
Is there a discount if I book a maternity and newborn session?
Yes! I strive to offer the best of the best to my clients, and I know that quality photography services are an investment. Together we can find a payment plan that works for your family.
Outdoor maternity photo sessions always take place during Golden Hour – the hour before the sun sets. This is when the light is soft and glowy (and also the most flattering) and can give your images a little extra magic. Sessions take place on-location at one of my favorite outdoor spots around the Madison area.
Do you offer payment plans?
Why are Madison maternity photo sessions offered in the evenings?
My personal favorite is the velvet albums. I love that you can print so many photos from your session and enjoy them over and over again. Not to mention, the velvets are absolutely stunning and such a unique statement piece. But I also smile every time I walk past the framed portraits on the walls in my home. Every family is unique! And I can’t wait to help you decide the best way to enjoy your photos in your home!
What do you recommend for artwork?
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