Maternity Photography
Every pregnancy is a unique journey - a life chapter filled with anticipation, love and transformation. Our maternity sessions are designed to portrait this profound unique beauty and turn it into timeless art. Each photosession is a tribute to each woman, to its individual story, to her life and personality. We create exquisite portraits that reflect the essence of your story. Based in Fort Lauderdale and serving Miami and Palm Beach, we specialize in maternity photography that celebrates you - your grace, strength and the life you are bringing into the world
The Process.
From Consultation to Timeless Art
We believe every expecting mother deserves an experience that is as seamless as it is extraordinary. Here's how it works:
Consultation
We start with a personal consultation to understand your vision, style preferences, and any specific ideas you’d like to incorporate. This helps us tailor the session to you.Session Styling
Together, we’ll discuss wardrobe options, including elegant gowns, fabrics, and accessories that enhance your natural beauty. Professional hair and makeup services can be arranged to ensure you look and feel your best.The Photoshoot
Your session will take place in a serene studio, the comfort of your home, or an outdoor location in Fort Lauderdale or Miami—wherever best captures your essence. Paul Gatgens guides you every step of the way, ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable experience.Image Selection & Retouching
After the session, you’ll review a curated gallery of stunning images. The selected photographs will undergo professional retouching to deliver flawless, timeless pieces of art.Heirloom Products
Choose from luxury print packages, custom-designed albums, and elegant wall art to ensure your memories live on beautifully for generations.
Packages
Your story deserves nothing less than timeless art. Whether you’re seeking an intimate portrait session or a fully tailored experience, we are here to bring your vision to life. Let’s connect to create elegant, meaningful images that celebrate this beautiful chapter.
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Pre-session consultation and styling assistance
45–60 minutes of photography
2 outfit changes
15 professionally retouched high-resolution images
Online gallery for image selection
$200 credit toward print products
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Pre-session consultation and styling guidance
Professional hair and makeup
60–90 minutes of photography
Studio or outdoor location of your choice
3 outfit changes
25 professionally retouched high-resolution images
Luxury keepsake album (10x10, 10 spreads)
$300 credit toward wall art or additional prints
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Full luxury experience with concierge-level service
Professional hair, makeup, and wardrobe styling
90 minutes of photography (option for multiple locations if desired)
35 professionally retouched high-resolution images
Luxury handcrafted album with archival-quality prints
2 large custom-framed prints for your home
Frequent Asked Questions
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It’s never too early to plan your photoshoot. While we occasionally accommodate last-minute requests, we recommend booking at least 6–8 weeks in advance to ensure availability. Weekend appointments, especially Saturdays, tend to fill quickly, so reserving your date early is key.
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Our studio is conveniently located in Plantation, Florida, providing a serene and elegant space for your session.
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Each session is thoughtfully designed to provide a seamless, luxurious experience. Here’s what’s included:
A personal consultation (in-person or online) to craft your ideal session and plan every detail
Professional hair and makeup services (if needed)
A fully guided photoshoot with Paul, ensuring every pose is flattering and natural
Expert assistance in selecting your favorite images
Magazine-quality, artistic image editing
Access to a private online gallery for easy downloads
Credits toward print products, if applicable
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Absolutely! We encourage the father-to-be to join the session and celebrate this moment with you. If you’re bringing children, we recommend having someone on hand to help keep them entertained during the session.
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To ensure the best results, here are a few tips:
Avoid wearing tight clothing or underwear on the day of your session to prevent marks on your skin.
Treat yourself to a manicure and pedicure a day or two before your shoot for polished, photo-ready hands and feet.
Relax and enjoy the process—our team will guide you every step of the way.
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Once you’ve booked your session, we’ll provide personalized guidance to help you prepare and select what to bring. As a full-service studio, we take care of most wardrobe needs, so you won’t need to bring an extensive selection of clothing.
For artistic nude portraits or minimalist styles, fewer wardrobe items may be required to achieve your vision.
We recommend bringing:
A nude (skin-tone) strapless bra
Nude thong underwear
Rest assured, we’ll guide you through every detail to ensure your session is seamless and elegant.
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Not at all. Every maternity session is fully customized to reflect your preferences and comfort. While some clients embrace clean, artistic nude portraits or flowing fabric wraps for a timeless aesthetic, others choose to remain fully clothed in elegant, styled outfits. The choice is entirely yours, and we’re here to bring your vision to life.
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Your maternity session is designed to highlight your natural beauty and individuality. Each image is carefully retouched to refine blemishes, stretch marks, and subtle body contours while staying true to who you are.
Our detailed editing approach draws from the artistry of fashion photography, turning your photographs into timeless portraits that honor this extraordinary chapter in your life.
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You are in experienced hands, and we want to ensure you walk away with a collection of truly stunning images. Drawing from years of expertise in fashion and portrait photography, Paul creates dynamic and flattering portraits tailored to you.
Even if this is your first professional photography session, our priority is to make you feel comfortable, confident, and celebrated. During your personalized session, Paul will guide you through elegant and natural poses, focusing on the angles and lighting that highlight your best features. Our goal is for you to not only look beautiful in your portraits but to feel that way throughout the entire experience.
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About a week after your session, you’ll receive a private online gallery to select your favorite images for retouching. Final, fully edited images will be ready within three weeks.