I typically have clients shoot their entire session either in-studio or outdoors, but we moved quickly and were able to squeeze in both (it was just mama, so it was actually easy to fit both in!)

I love the simplicity of in studio maternity photo sessions, I love the ease of changing, changing my light…its always nice and warm, and DRY.

buuuut, I also love the gorgeous golden light, pops of nature, and contrast that comes with outdoor sessions. This mama got the best of both worlds! I shoot nearly all my outdoor sessions at Northcreek Park. I’m a creature of habit, and I simply LOVE the boardwalk. Why mess with a good thing, right?! I typically start the session about an hour before sunset, as I just love the soft light as the sun sinks toward the horizon. The beginning of the session usually starts in the shadows, hanging out by the tree line waiting for the sun to dip down low enough. Then, we head to the boardwalk through the wetlands. Because there isn’t much to filter the light on the boardwalk, I like to shoot there just as the sun is reaching the horizon. This keeps the sun soft, golden, and doesn’t mess with my lens’ focus. It also eliminates those nasty dark under eye shadows caused by harsh overhead light.

Mama looks STUNNING in each of the gowns that she wore, and I am so glad that we decided to do a split session. Here are a few of my favorite images from her session

June Bug Photography specializes in maternity photography, baby photography, newborn photography, cake smash photography and family photography. My studio is located in Mill Creek, WA a quick hop from Everett, Bothell, Snohomish, Monroe, Seattle, and the greater Snohomish County area.

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