HONOURING YOUR JOURNEY TO MOTHERHOOD
MATERNITY
Exclusively available to my Newborn Clients, Maternity Sessions are available On-Location or in my Professional Studio in Papakura, Auckland. Celebrating the glow of motherhood whilst capturing this beautiful and exciting chapter of your life. Whether you choose an outdoor setting, your own home or my Professional Studio, this exciting time is not just about creating visually captivating images but also about creating lasting memories that you and your family can cherish for a lifetime.
...I Loved every minute of our Maternity Shoot with Michelle. She made us feel comfortable, well looked after and most importantly - beautiful!...
...She is a magician with babies as well! We were stoked with how precious the photos turned out. I didn't need to say anything about the editing etc because Michelle had everything on lock...
- Roshni Walia
THE EXPERIENCE
CALM, PEACEFUL, EMPOWERING.
I want to ensure that my part in your journey to motherhood and welcoming your littlest addition to your family is stress free, allowing you to simply just be present and to enjoy.
With my wardrobe guide, decade of experience and posing direction that feels natural together we will create images that will capture the love of your family and the beauty of this moment in your life.
STUDIO WARDROBE & GUIDE
NATURAL & BEAUTIFUL POSING
HASSLE FREE PROFESSIONAL PRINTING
Creating beautiful imagery and taking the stress out of preparing for your photoshoot with the Inspiration Board and Client Wardrobe.
Don't know what to do with your hands when someone points a camera at you? Don't worry! I'll give you plenty of direction, prompts and encouragement during your photoshoot.
Never get around to printing your own images? Not to worry, I can help you with beautiful Queensberry prints so that your photos will last a lifetime.
NEWBORN SESSION
THE MINI
Perfect for parents only wishing to have baby photographed, this mini session consists of a range of beanbag newborn poses.
session includes:
1 Hour Photoshoot in my Professional Studio in Papakura, South Auckland
Use of a range of blankets for wrapped beanbag posing
My time and expertise in running the session.
A professionally edited and retouched gallery of 15 images
Digital images available to download via your private online gallery
$590
Newborn mini session is baby only, no siblings or parent shots
NEWBORN SHOOT
THE Works
Perfect for parents who would love more images as well as to include themselves, any older children and maybe even a furbaby or two.
session includes:
2-3 Hour Photoshoot in my Professional Studio in Papakura, South Auckland
A variety of photos of baby in a number of poses, as well as wider family photos including mum & dad and any siblings
Unrestricted use of an extensive range of props and accessories
Access to the Client Wardrobe
My time and expertise in running the session
A professionally edited and retouched gallery of 50+ images
Digital images available to download via your private online gallery
$890
THE WORKS newborn SESSION CAN INCLUDE PARENTS, SIBLINGS, FURBABIES & GRANDPARENTS
NEWBORN + MATERNITY
THE WORKS BUNDLE
Get both your Maternity Shoot & Newborn Shoot with The Works Bundle and get your whole journey to motherhood documented!
session includes:
30 Minutes On-Location or Studio Maternity Session
2-3 Hour Photoshoot in my Professional Studio in Papakura, South Auckland
A variety of photos of baby in a number of poses, as well as wider family photos including mum & dad and any siblings
Unrestricted use of an extensive range of props and accessories
Access to the Client Wardrobe
My time and expertise in running the session
A professionally edited and retouched gallery of 50+ images
Digital images available to download via your private online gallery
$1390
THE WORKS newborn SESSION CAN INCLUDE PARENTS, SIBLINGS, FURBABIES & GRANDPARENTS
THE CLIENT WARDROBE
Not sure what to wear?
Choosing what to wear to a photoshoot can be incredibly hard even under normal circumstances, it can be even worse when your body is changing to welcome a new life into the world - I know. To ensure that you feel like an absolute goddess in your maternity or newborn session, I have curated a beautiful selection of gowns, dresses and robes for you to wear. Made from gorgeous fabrics, with one size fits all options along with sizing up to 16 options as well.
Simply arrive in something you'd like to be photographed and bring along with nude/mauve/skin toned undergarments (strapless is best where possible) and then you'll be able to choose from the wardrobe as well.
PLAN YOUR SESSION
Let's start planning your outfits! Not sure what to wear? Check out the Inspiration Board here or consider using something from my beautiful client wardrobe!
NEWBORN SESSION
We will plan your newborn session for a date during the first 3 weeks, this allows us to take advantage of sleepy babies to create those gorgeous images that everyone loves! Enjoy the process, breathe, relax - I've got you.
BOOK YOUR PHOTO SESSION
Ideally between 32 & 36 weeks we will take your Maternity Photos, either somewhere beautiful during golden hour in in my Professional Studio during the week. You can start getting Inspired here.
MATERNITY SESSION
I'm so excited to meet you! To book, simply use the booking calendar to choose your due date and pay for your session! Once baby arrives we will confirm a date for a day during the first 3 weeks after arrival.
FINAL IMAGE GALLERY
Your final gallery of images will be ready to view approximately 3-4 weeks after your session. You will be able to download your high resolution files right from your online gallery as well as order prints should you wish to!
CAKESMASH SESSION
Don't want to miss a moment? Celebrate your little ones upcoming first birthday with a cake smash! Book in early to make sure you don't miss out!
SNEAK PEEK GALLERY
Print your beautiful images and create stunning heirlooms for your family right in your online galleries print shop - no need to try finding somewhere to print them or needing to leave the house!
ORDER YOUR PRINTS
I can't wait to share these beautiful images with you! After your photoshoot you can start getting excited for your full gallery by viewing your sneak peeks!
THE PROCESS
It's time to print your images
PROFESSIONAL ALBUMS & PRINT
Your online gallery has access to a beautiful array of professional quality print products from my favourite New Zealand and Australian Print Labs. No more worrying what your images will come out like, no more putting it into the two hard basket - order your photo print right from your living room.
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loose prints from $2.85
professional frames from $150
beautiful canvas from $200
flushmount & matted albums from $500
FAQ.
When should we schedule our newborn session for?
Newborn Photoshoot Sessions are best when done between 7-14 days old. When booking, simply select your due date and once baby arrives, we will finalise your session date.
How long does a newborn session take?
Newborn Sessions can take anywhere between 1 to 3 hours. It all depends and on what Session you've chosen. A dummy can be a great tool in ensuring your new little baby stays settled.
We don't know what to wear, can you help us choose?
Absolutely, you can check out the Inspiration Board for ideas as well as The Client Wardrobe too. If you're still not quite sure what to bring or what to wear, just get in touch! I'm more than happy to do a phone consultation to talk you through everything.
When do we receive all our images from the photoshoot?
Approximately 3-4 weeks after your session you'll receive an email with your online gallery! Your online gallery consists of all the best images from your photoshoot, ready to download as high resolution files, suitable for printing and web resolution files suitable for sharing online with family.
How many weeks should I be for my maternity shoot?
Ideally between 32 and 36 weeks, when you have a beautiful bump but you aren't yet too tired to walk through a field of grass or along the beach. You can have your photoshoot when ever you want although I wouldn't recommend waiting too long as babies sometimes come early.
What poses and props are used in our images?
Depending on your Session, we capture a combination of 2 props and 2 poses along with detail close ups and family and sibling photographs. All depending on baby.
