Tips for looking your best for your maternity session: Oshawa Maternity Photographer Petra King Photography
I often get asked a lot of questions outside of our FAQ’s on the website. You know that, it’s ok! I am here to help and guide you and offer my expertise and advice for a stress free experience. For so many women, pregnancy is a time where we feel our most beautiful, feminine selves, but we all want to make sure that we look and feel our best in our maternity portraits. Here are 5 tips to help you do just that.
Time it right…
Scheduling your maternity session in general I suggest anywhere between 28-34 weeks works well. Your belly will be full and you will still be comfortable enough to move. Should you be having multiples, scheduling a month prior is probably best.
Prep your hands…
Your hands will be photographed in as much detail as your belly during your maternity session. A fresh manicure in a neutral shade or just buffed, will help your images look more polished. If you are still wearing your wedding rings, make sure they are clean and sparkle. If swelling has forced you to remove them, don’t try to force them on for your session.
Professional Hair & Makeup…
I highly recommend using a professional hair and make up artist to prepare you for your session. The camera has a tendency to wash you out, so having an expert to add additional contouring, toning and lashes will help your face look flawless. Even if you don’t normally wear a lot of makeup, a light professional application can still give you a natural enhanced look.
For hair, we all know that our hair never looks better than straight from the salon!
We believe in Professional Hair & Makeup so much that we have partnered with our friends at Priceless Beauty to offer you a special discount for your maternity session!
Wardrobe is everything…
Don’t be afraid to show off your changing body! We offer an extensive selection of dresses ranging from SM-2XL for our clients to borrow for their sessions. Dresses that help highlight your bump, curves and flatter you in just the right areas. Depending on your comfort level, you may want to have some semi nude or implied nude portraits taken for keepsakes. These types of shots are lingers sets, nude bra and panties, fitted t-shirts or oversized sweaters are great to bring along with you. If you are in doubt…bring it all. We will figure it out while in studio and what will photograph best.
Choose your Photographer Carefully…
Even if you follow all of these tips, hiring an experienced professional photographer is crucial to loving the outcome and experience of your maternity session. Trust and Connection are key. Find someone that makes you feel at peace from the start, someone that really listens to your concerns and wow’s you with their style and is reputable. Look at their reviews..see what people are saying!
A seasoned maternity photographer knows how to pose you, utilize lighting and can capture the most flattering images to document your pregnancy.
Pregnancy is such a sweet time for a woman and you deserve portraits that reflect that beauty. I would love to talk with you about your vision for your maternity session and help you bring it to life. Contact the studio here or call me at 289-892-6835 to set up a consultation.
Baby Flynn: 8 months old-Oshawa_Whitby_BabyMilestonePhotographer
What is one of the things you love or loved about your baby as he or she grows? There are so many amazing things as a new mom that you love right? First words, hearing their first giggle, sitting up, gummy smiles?
Meet Flynn, he was 8 months old when we did his session. Mom wanted to remember his sweet little smile before his teeth came in. And boy did she time it well. Not a week later his first tooth popped up.
Check out Flynn and all his handsomeness below!
Limited Edition Cradle Baby Sessions_DurhamRegionPhotographer_PetraKingPhotography
We are absolutely LOVING these sweet Limited Edition Cradle sessions. It has been an amazing summer and busy summer and there are only a few dates left for these. Sessions are 20% OFF for the following dates below!
We have had so much fun with these Limited Edition Cradle sessions this summer. We only have a few remaining dates left. These classic vintage styled sessions are perfect for babies 6-12 months. All sessions are held outdoors within the Durham Region. We social distance but we have fun.
Remaining August dates are:
10th
12th
19th
21st
27th
*Dates include a beautiful FREE Baby Gift from one of our awesome Local Makers!
Hurry, these spots fill quickly. To book yours please email me HERE.
Expecting Parents_Oshawa_MaternityPhotographer_PetraKingPhotography
Having a baby is such an exciting but anxious time. I mean let’s just take a minute to cover just a “few” of the things that are running through the minds of new parents to be. Worry (am I right?) exhaustion from aches and pains of pregnancy, abundance of love already, curiosity who baby will look like, what the sex of baby will be (for those who kept it a secret) not to mention a gazillion other feelings.
Kathy & Mario came into the studio recently and I knew right away that they were excited but nervous. Wearing a mask I did my best to slow things down, to take the time to explain and let them know I am smiling under my mask lol. I am pretty sure that by now clients can hear the tones and genuine emotion when we chat. Just sucks that they can’t see that smile haaa.
These two were expecting a baby boy when they came in for their maternity session. Baby is finally here and both mom and babe are doing just fine. But let’s get back to this shoot.
We easily found the sweet spot with these two and it started with some togetherness, just being in one another’s arms and tender kisses was all it took to let the nerves go. I’d say they did pretty amazing wouldn’t. you?
If you are thinking of booking a maternity shoot and are curious to know WHEN is a good time? I typically book anytime from 28 weeks onwards. It really depends on how mom is feeling. Of course we want to see belly but we don’t want you feeling uncomfortable and not enjoy the whole experience. For more information be sure to check out our most FAQ’s found HERE.
We can’t wait to see you!
Until next time,
P
xo
Published on WedLuxe! A French Garden Inspired Styled Shoot
Summer vibes, gorgeous florals, blue and lots of pastel tones. This beautiful French wedding styled shoot will leave you speechless. We are beyond thrilled to share with you this next blog post as seen on WedLuxe.com!
Speaking of beautiful I am extremely excited and proud of a huge accomplishment that we can finally share with you all. We were recently published on WedLuxe! I am so honoured and humbled. It’s been a Dream to be featured with them for some time now. This “Milestone” has had me grinning from ear to ear ever since we got the news. Our amazing shoot held place back in November of 2019. We captured a gorgeous styled shoot full of so many amazing, talented and prestigious businesses we had the honour of working alongside. Can we just take a minute and swoon over this STUNNING floral head table and decor? More beauty and details below…enjoy.
November we had the pleasure of attending a workshop with Whitney Heard of Whitney Heard Photography. This shoot was inspired by a recent trip she had taken and we couldn’t have loved the outcome more.
The Wedding & Event Industry had no idea what 2020 had in store for us all, but that said, this beautiful vision, tablescape and. details are the BEST when it comes to luxury and elegant styled weddings. We can’t wait to see what 2021 has in store and can’t wait to share it with you!
We fell in love with every single detail. Beautiful right? It was so much fun and I want to thank everyone who were a part of this big day! Thank you to our entire dream team! Whitney Heard Photography, her assistant Rebecca, cheers for all your hard work and time. A special thank you goes out to two other amazingly talented women and detail oriented Floral Designers. My sweet and dLead Florist: Lisa of Aspen Florist and her Assistant: Carol Anne of Bespoke Wedding Flowers. Thank you so much for your simply stunning designs, fresh florals and creations. There are no words for how it all came together.
A huge shoutout to Harding Waterfront Estate for such a beautiful venue and location. Additional
Credits Include:
Creative Direction and Photographer: Whitney Heard / https://www.whitneyheard.com / @whitneyheard
Assistant Photographer: Petra King / https://www.petrakingphotography.com / @petrakingphotography
Venue: Harding Waterfront Estate / https://www.hardingwaterfrontestate.ca / @hardingwaterfrontestate
Planning: Veronique Caron for Rebecca Chan Weddings and Events / http://www.rebeccachan.ca / @vero_rebeccachanweddings
Female Model: Belle Brown @uh.belle / https://www.instagram.com/uh.belle/
Female Model 2: Miriam Mattova / https://www.instagram.com/miriammattova/ / @miriammattova
Floral Designer : Lisa for Aspen Florist / https://www.aspenflorist.ca/ @aspenflorist
Floral Assistant: Carol for Bespoke Wedding Flowers / https://www.carol-annebarnesbespokeweddingflowers.com / @freshflower
Videography : Dialogue Design Studio / https://dialogue-design.com / @dialogue.design
Gowns: Catherine Langlois Custom Gown / https://www.catherinelanglois.com / @langloisbrides
Suit: Garrison Bespoke / https://garrisonbespoke.com / @garrisonbespoke
Hair Stylist : Shannon Petrolito / https://www.shannonpetrolito.com / @shanpetrohair
Hair Assistant Ryan McGovern / @ryanmcgovern
Makeup Artist : Presley Foskett / https://presleyfoskett.com / @presleyfoskettmakeup
Invitations : Dolce Artist / http://www.dolceartist.com / @dolceartist
Bridal Accessories : Blair Nadeau Bridal Adornments / https://www.blairnadeau.com / @blairnadeaubridal
Ring Box : The Mrs. Box / https://themrsbox.com / @the_mrs_box
Bridal Shoes : Bella Belle / https://www.bellabelleshoes.com / @bellabelleshoes
Favours : Nadia and Co / https://www.nadiaandco.com / @nadiaandco
Tableware & Glasswares : Plate Occasions / https://plateoccasions.com / @plateoccasions
Props and Furniture : Cre8ive Studios / http://www.cre8ivestudios.ca / @cre8ive_studios
Chairs and Dining Table : Detailz Furniture Rental / http://detailzcouture.com / @detailzeventrental
Rings : Stór Jewelry Co / https://www.storbymargot.com / @storbymargot
Linen & Runner Rental : Linen Closet / http://linencloset.ca / @linencloset
Film Lab: Goodman Film Lab @goodmanfilmlab
https://www.thegoodmanfilmlab.com
Stay tuned for more gorgeous photographs captured that day coming soon!
Photography Education-The Minimal Home Studio
Whether you are new around here or not, you clearly have a love for photography just like I do. This blog post has been a long time in the making. This has been a passion project of mine for some time and well you know how life and business things take over? Ya that….
So many of you have expressed interest in learning more from me and I wanted to take a minute and say thank you! Thank you for being here, for loving my work and style and for your continual support. It really is what keeps me going in these uncertain times of late.
Here’s where my newest baby was born! Welcome to PKP Education! I am SUPER excited for you and your journey. This is an online workshop geared to those just starting out or those wishing to widen their niche.
I can’t wait to meet you all and to share what I have learned over the years with you too! This workshop really is an insight into my own Business. Along with tips, settings, lighting, beautiful imagery and downloads too!
A 40 page PDF that is self driven so you can learn at your own pace.
Click the image to learn more!