A recent motherhood photo session struck a cord with me, my client and so many other moms on Instagram. This session was an artistic expression of motherhood in its boldest and most tender forms. The focus was on the mom. I wanted to highlight her multifaceted role in life. Every detail, including her outfit, poses, and expressions were to amplify the emotions I wished to convey.
![Mom laying on side with baby sitting in front of her looking at the camera](https://meredithgreenphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Shelby-Motherhood-42-1024x679.jpg)
![Mom laying on side with baby sitting in front of her looking at the camera](https://meredithgreenphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Shelby-Motherhood-42-1024x679.jpg)
Styling for emotion in a motherhood photo session
I wanted the styling to be both striking and heartwarming. For the mom, I selected business casual attire, mixed with a lacy bra. Since I wanted the focus to be on motherhood, I kept things simple with the baby and requested just a diaper, cradled her arms.
As a photographer, it is inspiring to see how the right outfit and styling can elevate a session and bring an emotion to life. The blazer accentuated the strength and determination and the tender way she held her sweet baby revealed a nurturing spirit.
![Three images of a mom wearing a suit posing with her baby in a motherhood photo session](https://meredithgreenphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Shelby-1-1-1024x538.jpg)
![Three images of a mom wearing a suit posing with her baby in a motherhood photo session](https://meredithgreenphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Shelby-1-1-1024x538.jpg)
Boldness and tenderness in focus
This motherhood photo session was a testament to the beauty of motherhood and the power of photography to express this. Every mother has a unique story to tell, and I was honored to tell this one through my lens.
![Three images of a mom holding her baby and looking at the camera during motherhood photo session](https://meredithgreenphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Shelby-2-1024x538.jpg)
![Three images of a mom holding her baby and looking at the camera during motherhood photo session](https://meredithgreenphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Shelby-2-1024x538.jpg)
Let’s start planning your next session!
Do you want to capture your essence as a mother?! Pregnant and expecting?! Is your child growing quickly and you want to freeze this phase?! Contact me and let’s start planning today.
In the meantime, check out more of my family photography work.
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Meredith Green Photography specializes in maternity, newborn and family photography. I’m based in Fort Worth, TX and serve the DFW metroplex. My work captures the joy of family and the details you won’t want to forget…their little toes, those curls, that look, the snuggles! I’ve been working with families just like your for over nine years. I’m here to make your session easy and your experience memorable! I look forward to hearing from you!
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