It’s extremely important to me to show who you are in your portraits, not just record what you looked like at a certain point in your life. When this growing family contacted me for their maternity session, I was excited to learn a little bit about them and how to best show their love and anticipation of their son’s arrival.

Mom is into yoga, and is inspired by nature. With that in mind, we set out to capture organic, natural portraits of her (and her beautiful belly). We added in a few yoga poses, as well.

I loved her wardrobe choices– a beautiful flowing skirt and wrap that really harmonized with the fall colors. (I’m quite behind in blogging, as her session took place in the beginning of November!)

I only wish I looked this good in my third trimester! And not only is she in amazing shape, but she and her husband are one of the most kind, gentle, loving couples I have ever had the privilege to meet.

pregnancy portrait by Harford County maternity photographer Jen Snyder of Lux Amoris in Bel Air, MD

pregnancy portrait by Harford County maternity photographer Jen Snyder of Lux Amoris in Bel Air, MD

pregnancy portrait by Harford County maternity photographer Jen Snyder of Lux Amoris in Bel Air, MD

pregnancy portrait by Harford County maternity photographer Jen Snyder of Lux Amoris in Bel Air, MD

pregnancy portrait by Harford County maternity photographer Jen Snyder of Lux Amoris in Bel Air, MD

pregnancy portrait by Harford County maternity photographer Jen Snyder of Lux Amoris in Bel Air, MD

pregnancy portrait by Harford County maternity photographer Jen Snyder of Lux Amoris in Bel Air, MD

© lux amoris 2011