Pregnancy Photo Shoot

Pregnancy Photo Shoot - Studio Session

When is the best time to book your maternity photo shoot?


I get answer this question a lot!

The answer is when your are ready. Some expecting mums and parents like to capture their pregnancy milestone early any time after 25 weeks. When your bump is just popping and you are still in the fabulous second trimester and are full of energy.

Some mums like wait until bump is in full bloom any time between 30-34 weeks.

Each mummy will feel differently and your beautiful baby bump will grow and pop at different times. So I like to keep in touch with my clients to find out the best time for them.

I photograph maternity session all around Harpenden, St Albans and Hertfordshire either outdoors or in clients homes.

I’ve recently been offering clients to capture their pregnancy portraits in my home studio. The light is simply divine and offers simplistic, modern and classic portraits for your maternity journey.

Get in touch if you would like to have a chat about recording your pregnancy memories.

Ps. for the Month of March, I’m offering a complimentary pregnancy & Maternity session for all newborn shoots booked.

Cosy Family Photography session

Cosy Baby & Family Photography Session

Simple, timeless & emotive Portraits

Using natural light in the studio creates such soft, gorgeous light to these portraits.

Step into the warmth of family moments captured in time. When you join me for a session, it's not just about the perfectly posed smiles, it's about embracing the snuggles, the kisses, and those beautiful in-between moments that truly paint the picture of your family's love story.

Meet little Luan, just 8 weeks new. His eyes, a mesmerizing shade of blue, twinkled with curiosity and wonder as he interacted with his adoring mum and dad. It's these precious interactions, filled with genuine emotion, that I treasure capturing the most.

Sure, we'll snap a few photos for grandma where everyone's looking at the camera, but it's those candid shots that truly steal the show. The ones where love radiates from every frame.

As I look back on the shoot together, I'm reminded of the magic that unfolds when families come together in front of the lens. It's not just about creating stunning images (although we certainly did!), it's about freezing moments in time that you'll treasure for a lifetime.

Thank you for allowing me to capture the beauty of your family's love story. Here's to many more precious moments shared together.

Studio Maternity Photographs

Studio Maternity Photography

Classic, Elegant and fun pregnant photography

Step into the cozy embrace of a growing family's love story. Today, I'm thrilled to share with you the magical moments from a recent maternity session that truly captured the essence of anticipation, love, and the beauty of new beginnings.

Meet our radiant mama-to-be, glowing with the joy of welcoming her second child into the world. With her darling son by her side, the bond between mother and child shines brightly in every frame. From tender snuggles to playful moments of excitement as her little boy gently touches her growing bump, these images are a testament to the incredible journey of motherhood.

Throughout our session, we explored a variety of styles, from timeless elegance to casual comfort, allowing us to capture the full spectrum of this family's story. Whether fully dressed in sophisticated attire or embracing the simplicity of partially dressed moments, each photograph exudes warmth and intimacy.

As I look through these images, I'm reminded of the beauty that lies in the everyday moments shared between loved ones. It's not just about posing for the camera; it's about capturing the genuine connections, the laughter, and the love that fill our hearts.

To our radiant mama and her growing family, thank you for allowing me to be a part of this special chapter in your lives. Your love and joy are palpable in every photograph, and I feel truly honored to have been able to preserve these precious memories for you.

As we eagerly await the arrival of your newest family member, may these images serve as a reminder of the incredible journey you're on together—a journey filled with love, laughter, and endless moments of warmth and connection.

Mummy is wearing some of my client wardrobe including:

✨ White Knitted dress

✨ White Maternity Bra (Hot Milk Lingerie)

✨White boho cover up

Mums kind words after receiving her photographs

Absolutely loved the whole experience, Emily made us feel so comfortable and worked so well with my 3 year old son to get some amazing shots individually and together. The space Emily uses is beautiful and I am so grateful for the special photos we captured. I highly recommend and hope to see Emily again in the future for some more family shots. Thank you, thank you, thank you xx

If you are expecting a baby this spring or summer get in touch to find out more about my studio sessions.

6week Social - Hertfordshire Postnatal Courses For New Mums

6WeekSocial - Postnatal Courses For New Mums

Award winning courses for mums with babies 0-6 months of age.

Creating a community for new mums. Courses held in Hertford, Hitchin & Harpenden.

 

6WeekSocial is the first mum and baby group every new mum should join.  The postnatal courses offer friendship and community, along with tailored specialist advice and support, delivered over 6 weekly sessions.  You will gain a wealth of knowledge and insight provided by the team of postnatal and women's health experts, plus grow a community of local mum friends that will support, care and continue to stand with you well after your last 6WeekSocial session together.  It really is "the must-do course" for new mums.

For over 10 years 6WeekSocial has been supporting first, second, and even third time mums through the early months of the fourth trimester. With the team of dedicated, experienced specialists' our courses support mums emotionally, informatively and to connect socially.  '

6WeekSocial courses are all about you - Mum.

To find out more - https://www.6weeksocial.co.uk

With talks from local expert specialists on
✨sleep
✨baby feeding
✨ postpartum body care
✨ baby gross motor skills & development
✨ motherhood challenges
✨ nutrition

I’m half way through hosting my third course in Harpenden and I’m loving it! I get to cuddle tiny babies, meeting and support lovely new mums (some are 1st timers, but also 2nd and even 4th mums) and I’m learning new things from the specialist.

It’s a lovely way to meet new mummy friends too.

Mother's Day Photography Session - Hertfordshire

Mother's Day Photography Mini Session - Hertfordshire

A Photograph session that focuses all on mummy and the children!

Mums, let’s be real, when was the last time you had a photograph with your children (that you liked)?

You deserve lovely photographs with your children, whether they are babies, at school or teens. Don’t wait for your partner to buy this gift for you. Treat yourself and sign up to reserve your spot!

I can’t wait to capture these special and beautiful moments together.

Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd March

In Harpenden - AL5 postcode

✨ 40 minutes session

✨ 10 images as high res digital files

✨ Photos will be ready in time for Mother’s Day

✨ Wardrobe styling and advice

£149

Mummy and Me - Mother's Day Photography Sessions

✨Mothers Day Mini 2024 ✨

I’m offering "Mummy and Me" session this year. These session will focus completely on mummy and her little ones!

Sign up - https://eviegracephotography82.pixieset.com/booking/

Saturday 2nd Sunday 3rd March

In Harpenden - AL5 postcode


✨ 40 minutes session

✨ 10 images as high res digital files

✨ Photos will be ready in time for Mother’s Day

✨ Wardrobe styling and advice

£149

✨ Session will take place in my studio style setting using natural daylight.

✨ These sessions are perfect for mums with young babies, toddlers or older school age kids. Suitable for small groups maximum no of people 4.

✨ Perfect if you are pregnant and would like to capture some maternity images

✨ Grannies are welcome to join in the fun too!


Galleries will contain 25+ photographs to choose from | Additional high res downloads will be available to purchase.


Sessions can be booked as a gift for your partner as an early Mother’s Day treat.

📷 Link to book https://eviegracephotography82.pixieset.com/booking/

Winter Maternity Shoot in the Snow. Maternity Photo Shoot Ideas

Embracing the Beauty of Winter on a Maternity Photo Shoot

Talk about a winter wonderland! It’s hard to believe this location is just located next to a small residential road. However, when driving by and seeing the snow clinging to those beautiful trees and I thought it looked like Narnia!

The stunning mum-to-be had the most perfect blue dress that worked so well against the twinkly snow. Plus it was long so mum was able to wear thermals and cosy snow boots to keep warm.

If you are due over the winter months, get in touch to capture some dreamy and beautiful photographs. I’m sure we’ll get some snow this winter.

Magical Snow Maternity Photo Shoot - Hertfordshire & London

Dreamy Maternity Photos in the Snow

Winter is a time for snuggling, cuddling, and family. Maternity and pregnancy photographs captured during the snow and winter season are so magical.

I love these dreamy snowy and romantic winter hues.

I captured these stunning images of Daynor and her gorgeous bump one cold winter’s morning. We chatted all things babies while recording these precious memories of her second pregnancy. Mum was super relaxed and confident in front of the camera and really enjoyed the experience.

The contrast of the pink/ red dress against the snow is simply divine.

Children & Family Christmas Photography Session - Hertfordshire

Children & Family Christmas Photography Session - Hertfordshire

I head over to the Dane End Christmas Tree Farm last week to capture Jen and her gorgeous girls Christmas Family Photographs (though we are missing daddy).

We had so much fun playing between the Christmas trees, posting letters to Santa and pretending to go find Santa on my wooden sleigh. But I would say my vintage tricycle was a the wining prop.

Here is the link to online booking system -

https://eviegracephotography.zenfoliosite.com

It was such a pleasure to capture these fun, relax and magical Christmas photographs for you.Thanks for bring the smiles, sunshine and giggles ladies.

Sunday is sold out!

I still have a few spot left for Saturday though these are booking fast.

Here is the link to online booking system -

https://eviegracephotography.zenfoliosite.com



Christmas Tree Farm Family Mini Sessions Hertfordshire

Family Christmas Shoot

Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th November

Dress it up in your holiday best.These tree farm sessions are going to be so much fun for the whole family.

I will also have a gorgeous mailbox for the children to post their letters to Santa! The kids are encouraged to bring along their handwritten letter and there will be a tasty treat to take home! I promise you, it will be a a super fun time!

The mini session is perfect for you if you would like some festive images for Christmas cards or as gifts for your family.


Sessions are limited so I highly recommends booking ASAP. 


Magical countryside location - The Dane Christmas Tree Farm,  High View Farm, Green End Lane, Dane End, Ware SG12 0FF

🌲 20 min session
🌲 Three digital downloads
🌲 One 6x4 Mounted Fine Art Print
🌲 A treat for the kids
🌲 Outfit advice

Private online galleries will contain 25+ photographs to choose from | Additional high res downloads are £15 each | Full gallery purchase £125.

Sounds like the easiest way to get all your Christmas shopping done without any stress. 
📷


Link to book in Emily bio -  https://eviegracephotography.zenfoliosite.com


In case of rain reschedule: Sat 18th & 19th November.

Outdoor Family Session in Harpenden, Hertfordshire

Family Portraits in a stunning Barley field

Golden hour in the Barley Field in Hertfordshire.

This field is so incredible special. The light at golden hour is soft and gentle and simply is offer . The light casts some stunning golden light over your family.

The Taylor Family contacted me about capturing some updated family photographs with their children a month ago. Mum really loved the idea of the barley fields and really wanted to try golden hour.

So one Friday night at the end of June we made some memories and captured some magic ✨


But I’ll be honest, this session started off tricky, the eldest son was suffering from hay fever (and it was pretty bad 🥲) after a little chat with me we decided he could play a few running races and wanted to play some games with me. Phew! He was a such a team player and got stuck in with the fun.

Plus the chocolate biscuits I had brought for the end of the shoot were a big hit!

I think the last image might be my favorite. I am considering printing it as a sample piece.

Carys Maternity Session

Cary’s Maternity Session

Spring Maternity Photography in Hertfordshire

One of the most exciting times in your life is waiting for baby! I love capturing this exciting milestone for families, whether it’s your first child or last, there’s something so special about documenting the time you spent daydreaming of who was inside that sweet baby bump - who they would be, what they’d look like, their first smile and laugh.

We had the most perfect morning strolling through the golden yellow fields, laughing and chatting all things pregnancy and newborns. Carys looks truly glowing in these photographs.

Brand Photographer - St Albans Personal Trainer

Brand Photography - Sets and Reps



I’m Chantelle and my passion for health & fitness started at a young age from growing up spending most of my time in a gym, training and competing in gymnastics. This experience shaped me for who I am today and taught me that learning new skills, developing strength, and fitness is process that's imbedded into your lifestyle. There are no quick fixes and you should enjoy the journey.  Be prepared to fall then get up again and keep going, but the journey is worth it. However long it takes and how however many times you take it. 

 

Now I’m that person who takes you on that journey, makes sure you have fun on the way, shouts your name from the side line, picks you up when you fall and congratulates you at all of those milestones. 

 

I train women to get strong, feel good and achieve goals they couldn’t do on their own. 

 

I specialise in ante & postnatal exercise and strength and conditioning.  I’ve helped women regain strength and confidence following pregnancy & birth and helped them understand what their body and mind is capable of. 


I love my job

Summer Portrait Sessions

Who’s ready for summer outdoor portraits! Yes please!



Back by popular demand I’m running mini portrait sessions.


Date: Sunday 2nd July
Location: Harpenden Common Or by the River
Timings: See link - https://bit.ly/440y2to

✨20 Minute Photography Session
✨Private gallery of photographs after the session
✨Five Digital Files. High resolution & Gentle edits
✨Whole family welcome

£145

Who are these sessions for:
☀️ Expecting mama’s with partners & siblings.
☀️ Families with a new addition
☀️ Baby alone (as long as they can sit up)
☀️ Siblings, if you hadn’t had portraits of the children together for a while.
☀️ Tweens and Teens - these short and sweet sessions are perfect this age!
☀️ Grandparents with grandkids - yes please
☀️ Just mama & kiddos or Daddy with kiddos 🥰

FAQ:
🌟 Fur babies are welcome to attend
🌟 Have an active toddler - perfect 👍 that’s the energy I love for my session
🌟 You don’t love being in front of the camera? No problem I’ve got you. Trust me no one really does but I promise you’ll feel relax and comfortable with me within a few minutes of meeting me.
🌟 What if it rains - we’ll that would suck but we can postpone if it’s forecast to rain all day.

Happy International Women’s Day! 🤍

International Women’s Day Portrait Series 2023



Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women around the world. May we continue to support and empower one another every day. Here's to all the incredible women out there - keep shining!

Thank you to all the strong women in my life, who inspire me, who challenge me, who make me push myself.

I wanted to created a portrait series to honour us women in business. Most of us, working mums juggling running a business and family life. Here are some inspirational female entrepreneurs, business owners and mums that I’ve had the pleasure to work with, collaborate with and share a coffee with.

Thank you all for getting involved. You ladies are truly amazing. It was such fun capturing your portraits and it was amazing for you all to meet each other and form new connections. I truly believe when women support each other and cheerlead us on amazing things can happen!

The amazing women:

✨ Amy, Expert in Child Development & Owner @thelittlegymharpenden
 
✨ Angela, Pilates Teacher & Hypnobirthing Teacher @zing.wellness

✨ Claire, Registered Osteopath and Paediatric Specialist @body_mechanix_harpenden

✨ Jen, Lingerie Inventor & Founder@no.1bra

✨ Kate, Award-Winning Kids’ Party Catering & Occasion Bakes @feedingtimeparties
 
✨ Nina, Personal Stylist @edits_styling

✨ Tricia, Postnatal Doula & IBCLC @triciakingperinatal

✨ Tracey, Founder of 6week Social  @6weeksocial



Tricia, Postnatal Doula & IBCLC @triciakingperinatal

American born Tricia King has called Hertfordshire home for nearly half of her life. Mum of three, Tricia lives with her husband, sons and dogs, and when she isn't working you might find her listening to an audio book or working on a crochet project. She works with her clients in a variety of ways, supporting many aspects of the perinatal journey, such as preparing for birth, optimising infant feeding, supporting parents with sleep or sharing mental well-being tools. Tricia is passionate about supporting clients through the early stages of matrescence, that transition to motherhood which can sometimes take us by surprise with its joys, intensity and challenges. Tricia's favourite parts of postnatal support are preparing tasty and nourishing meals for her clients and then sitting down with a cup of tea to truly listen to them.  

You can find Tricia to book birth and postnatal doula support, lactation consultations or coaching packages.

She also provides postnatal recovery massage/closing the bones ceremonies, responsive sleep support, and mental wellbeing support.

www.triciaking.co.uk 


Kate, Award-Winning Kids’ Party Catering & Occasion Bakes @feedingtimeparties

Feeding Time is a children’s party catering business based in Harpenden, which Kate has been running since 2016.  She provides beautifully presented, homemade party teas with the crucial added fun factor (party hats, jokes, napkins and googly-eyed fruit all come as standard!)  Feeding Time has become very well-known locally and over time the business has grown significantly.  

In addition to party food, Feeding Time (and its sister brand, Crumbs) also now offers bespoke iced biscuits - as party favours and as stunning gift boxes -, “movie night boxes”, giant cookies, loaded brownies and much more.  

www.feedingtimeparties.com



Jen, Lingerie Inventor & Founder @no.1bra

Jen earned her title as an inspirational woman when she changed the design of the typical bra so that it actually works with the natural shape of women’s bodies– not against it. Hail the world’s most comfortable No. 1 Bra.

For over 30 years Jen has designed bras for some of the world’s biggest brands – from high end to high street, so she knows her way around a DD cup or two. She was inspired by talking to women who divulged their uncomfortable bra stories and realised that as women, we just accept that bras are uncomfortable. And the reason for this? The underwired structure hadn’t changed in 50 years, yet women’s lives and bodies have.

Jen’s revolutionary design ensures that women can now have a drawer full of bras that are so comfortable, you forget you are wearing them and not only do they deliver on comfort, but they also deliver on support and style too!

Website - https://no1bra.com


Amy, Expert in Child Development & Owner @thelittlegymharpenden

Amy Perkins is a child development expert and owner of The Little Gym Harpenden. She is passionate about promoting movement in babies and children and encouraging motor skill development and coordination.

The Little Gym Harpenden offers developmental gymnastics classes for ages 4 months - 12 years, Holiday Camps and Birthday Parties. They use gymnastics as a tool to develop not only your child's gymnastics skills but their confidence, coordination, social skills and more, in a fun and nurturing environment.

Classes deliver real skill growth through working with the children in small groups and using individualised instructions to help the children to progress at their own rate. Their award winning programme is written by child development experts and overseen by paediatric doctors and occupational therapists to bring you the best in the business. Click the link to see for yourself why over 1000 local children currently attend The Little Gym Harpenden every week! 

http://harpenden.thelittlegym.co.uk/schedules


Nina, Personal Stylist @edits_styling

Nina Whitehead is a personal stylist based in Harpenden. She works with women to help increase their style and confidence through their wardrobes. Nina will show you that it isn't just about understanding fashion but about looking stylish and feeling up to date whatever you age or size. So whether it be finding out the colours that suit you the best, editing your wardrobe so you can see what works for you or giving you styling tips for everyday looks, Nina's goal is always the same; to help you discover a style that you love so that getting dressed is easy and fun. 

www.edits-styling.com


Claire, Registered Osteopath and Paediatric Specialist @body_mechanix_harpenden

Registered Osteopath and paediatric specialist Claire McKenna qualified in 2008.

Claire worked for a number of clinics and sports teams before starting up her own award winning clinic Body Mechanix, based on Harpenden’s high street in 2018.

The clinic has gone from strength to strength with a dream team of experienced multidisciplinary practitioners, serving patients of all ages, from newborns to the elderly and everyone in between.

Claire is incredibly passionate about helping her patients and specialises in the treatment of pregnant and post-natal mothers and the rewarding field of paediatrics.

Claire states 'this area of work is incredibly fulfilling and being able to support woman from pregnancy, all the way to holding their new born and supporting them in those early days is truly magical’.

‘Babies and children can have such profound changes with very gentle techniques, helping their bodies be best placed to negotiate growth and development. Setting them up to be in their best health for the future is something I’ll never take for granted'.

Claire and her team look forward to welcoming you to Body Mechanix.

Baby Tilly Newborn Session

At Home Newborn Photography in Redborune, Hertfordshire

Winter is for snuggling inside with your little loves near the fire, including this sweet little newborn Tilly. It was so fun capturing this adorable family and playing with little Emily.

In-home lifestyle newborn photo sessions are my favorite, little Tilly will get to look back on these some day and see the home where she grew up and how much her older sister was obsessed with her. Reach out a few months before your due date if you’d like to schedule your newborn session.

Stacey and Alec Maternity Session

Stacey and Alec Maternity Session

Outdoor Winter Maternity Session in Harpenden, Hertfordshire

An incredible sunny winter morning spent capturing Stacey and Alec’s maternity photographs. We chose a location that was close to the water had a lovely open space for their little dog “lady” to run around in. The photographs are simply stunning.

The outfits were on point! The perfect mix of clothes and textures to compliment the winter Hertfordshire setting, plus stay warm!

5 reasons to book a Christmas session with Evie Grace Photography

✨ 5 reasons a Christmas session from me, is the perfect way to capture your memories! ✨

5 reasons a Christmas session from me, is the perfect way to capture your memories!

The festive season is nearly upon us, and I’m so excited. Christmas for me it's all about celebrating this special time with family and friends, eating lots of yummy food and sitting around a log fire.

Each year since I had Evie, I’ve captured festive photographs to use for Xmas gifts for the family. It’s the only present my family now expect and get supper excited for each year. And….I get to watch my Children grow up each year and create a really fun and memorable family tradition.

Here are 5 reasons why my Christmas sessions is the perfect way for you to capture your family memories and maybe like me create some new traditions (and ps it means you don’t have to set front in a shop and you can shop local this year - two big ticks from me)

✨ Quick and convenient - The sessions are super quick only 20minutes. Full of fun, giggles and hassle free


✨ Capturing Christmas magic - I’ve been a professional photographer for over 10 years, I know how to get the best out of your family and capture beautiful photographs for you to hang on your bookshelf for years to come


✨ Family fun - these sessions are filled with festive magic, fun and games for the whole family. From tiny babies to big kids and teens. I promise no cheesy or fake smiles will be had


✨ Get into the Christmas Spirit - I guarantee you’ll be feeling festive and excited for the holiday season by the end of the shoot


✨ Affordable pricing - I believe everyone should be able to afford beautiful family photos.

Get in touch to find out more about the sessions.




Christmas Photography Session 2022

Christmas Mini Session 2022

STUDIO CHRISTMAS MINI SESSIONS

Saturday 26th November at Kingsbourne Barn, Harpenden,

20 minute session

5+ images

Custom Holiday Card Design (jpeg)

£85


Dress it up in your holiday best or dress it down in your Christmas pajamas, (or both)! I will have my gorgeous wreath to create the perfect festive photographs for you and the family.

I will also have a gorgeous mailbox for the children to post their letters to Santa! The kids are encouraged to bring along their handwritten letter and there will be a tasty treat to take home! I promise you, it will be a a super fun time!

The mini session is perfect for you if you would like some festive images for Christmas cards or as gifts for your family. Slots are limited, so sign up early.


Book your date and time here: Book Now

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I can’t wait to capture you're festive fun images this year!


Love
Emily xx