AKRON, OHIO MATERNITY photography

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Celebrating the Joy of New Life through an Empowering, Intentional Portrait Experience.

Your session is all about you. It is designed to capture not only how elegant and alluring you look but also how powerful and radiant you feel in this season of life.

From the first design consultation to styling support and gentle posing guidance, I will be right there to bring your vision to life.

The Experience

From the moment you arrive, it’s all about feeling taken care of:

✔ Professional hair & makeup
✔ A curated, couture wardrobe meant to flatter every curve
✔ Expert posing that brings out your most confident self
✔ Same-day reveal of your images
✔ A studio designed for comfort, joy, and celebration
No modeling experience required. Just show up exactly as you are.
I’ll bring out the goddess already within you.

Ready for a maternity session that feels like a love
letter to your future self?

OUR PROCESS

how it works

The brief, 10-minute discovery phone call is when we’ll get to know each other and determine if my style is the right fit for your unique vision.

I’ll clear up any worries you may have and ask questions about what inspires you. 

STEP ONE

Say Hello

Your experience begins at 9:00 AM, and the only thing you need to bring is yourself — sweatpants are absolutely welcome.

You’ll start with professional hair and makeup, followed by a personalized wardrobe selection from our curated studio collection. From there, you’ll enjoy a fully guided photoshoot lasting approximately 60–90 minutes, where every pose, angle, and detail is expertly directed to flatter and empower you.

STEP TWO

Enjoy Portrait Day!

After your session we send you out to lunch so we can prep your images. Once you return for your reveal appointment, you’ll have the opportunity to select from beautifully curated Fine Art Albums, Keepsake Boxes of Matted Prints and Digital Collections to preserve these memories in a way that feels perfect for you.

Digital collections begin at $1,490.

STEP THREE

Polish + Perfect

Akron MATERNITY Photography Studio

behind the scenes

FULL ACCESS TO LUXURY GOWNS

included in every session

Our curated collection of luxury maternity gowns is designed to celebrate your changing body with elegance, comfort, and sophistication. We have options from XXS-6XL, including high-end custom fabric dresses!

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TRANSFORMATION

BEFORE & AFTER

PROFESSIONAL RETOUCHING

picture perfect

Motherhood changes everything… including how you see yourself.

If you’re like most moms-to-be, you’re feeling a lot right now.
 Excitement. Nerves. Wonder. Maybe even a little disbelief that you are creating an entire human from scratch.
And then there’s the mirror.

Becoming a mother (especially to a daughter) opened my eyes to something huge: we are so much harsher on ourselves than we would ever be on our children. We look at our bodies and see flaws. But when we look at them? All we see is perfection.

9 months feels like forever when you’re in it, but pregnancy really is only a small blip on the timeline of your life. But in those nine months, everything changes. You are transforming into someone stronger, more powerful, more YOU than ever before. And that deserves to be documented.


I’ve been there.
I’ve felt that ache.

It took time, grace, and a whole lot of self-compassion to realize this truth:

Your body didn’t lose anything… it gained the evidence of your power.
My goal? To help you see that now.
 To create stunning, elevated portraits that allow you to look back and say:
 “I was incredible. I AM incredible.”


I know what it’s like to look in the mirror after birth and not recognize what you see.

OHIO'S PREMIER
MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHER

MEET AMANDA ELLIS

 MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHY TESTIMONIALS

all along.

story

SHE TELLS A               WITH HER PORTRAITS, AND SHE BRINGS A PERSONAL CONNECTION TO THE PHOTOS LIKE SHE’S KNOWN ME AND MY FAMILY             

– BRIANA

My maternity photoshoot with Amanda was a                 . She is so professional, she is a true artist and she is such a sweet woman. I felt very welcomed and very                   
posing for her. I couldn't change that whole experience for nothing on this planet.

– desara

comfortable

dream

We have used Amanda ever since my daughter was a newborn. We absolutely                   and she even did a birth story for our son (highly recommended). She captures the                  MOMENTS We will cherish forever.

– JESSICA

perfect

love her

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where will my session take place?


Sessions take place in my studio on 9 S. Main Street Munroe Falls. Our sessions begin at 10 AM and take place on Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday.

When Is The Best Time To Be Photographed During My Pregnancy?



Between 28-34 weeks. 

How far in advance should I book my newborn session? 

We only take a limited number of newborn due dates to allow flexibility in scheduling so we recommend booking when you are in your second trimester.


How do I book without knowing when my baby will arrive?

We put your estimated due date in our calendar and know to leave room roughly 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after so we can schedule you within the 7-21 days after birth.


My baby is already here! Can I still do a newborn portrait session?

Absolutely! We photograph babies of any age. There is never a wrong time to capture your baby’s first portraits.


Do You Provide Hair And Make-Up?

Yes! Our professional glam team will highlight your natural beauty and get you camera ready. 


Can I Include My Partner And Other Family Members?



Yes! We LOVE when partners and your other children join in on the fun! We keep things relaxed and they can hang out and watch TV or use our WIFI and have snacks and drinks while we focus on you! When we’re ready for them, we’ll pop them into a few poses.

Do You Provide Maternity Dresses For The Shoot?

We have a client closet full of Couture Gowns, Italian Silks for Draping, Wings, crowns and headpieces as well as statement jewelry available to use for your session.

How long will my newborn session take?

2-3 hours


What do I need to bring to my session?

We send a detailed prep guide after you book that goes over everything you need to know and bring for your session.


Do you supply the props and outfits for my baby's session?

We send a detailed prep guide after you book that goes over everything you need to know and bring for your session.


When Will I Get To See The Final Images?



We have Same Day Viewing and Ordering Appointments available or you can come back after a week to view your images!

I’ve booked a session… now what?


We’ll stay in touch until your session with tips for preparing and you’ll also receive a special package in the mail from us with a few locally sourced goodies to pamper yourself with!

Where will my session take place?


Where will my session take place?


Sessions take place in my studio on 9 S. Main Street Munroe Falls. Our sessions begin at 10 AM and take place on Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday.

When Is The Best Time To Be Photographed During My Pregnancy?



When Is The Best Time To Be Photographed During My Pregnancy?



Between 28-34 weeks. 

How far in advance should I book my newborn session? 

How far in advance should I book my newborn session? 

We only take a limited number of newborn due dates to allow flexibility in scheduling so we recommend booking when you are in your second trimester.


How do I book without knowing when my baby will arrive?

How do I book without knowing when my baby will arrive?

We put your estimated due date in our calendar and know to leave room roughly 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after so we can schedule you within the 7-21 days after birth.


My baby is already here! Can I still do a newborn portrait session?

My baby is already here! Can I still do a newborn portrait session?

Absolutely! We photograph babies of any age. There is never a wrong time to capture your baby’s first portraits.


Do You Provide Hair And Make-Up?

Do You Provide Hair And Make-Up?

Yes! Our professional glam team will highlight your natural beauty and get you camera ready. 


Can I Include My Partner And Other Family Members?



Can I Include My Partner And Other Family Members?



Yes! We LOVE when partners and your other children join in on the fun! We keep things relaxed and they can hang out and watch TV or use our WIFI and have snacks and drinks while we focus on you! When we’re ready for them, we’ll pop them into a few poses.

Do You Provide Maternity Dresses For The Shoot?

Do You Provide Maternity Dresses For The Shoot?

We have a client closet full of Couture Gowns, Italian Silks for Draping, Wings, crowns and headpieces as well as statement jewelry available to use for your session.

How long will my newborn session take?

How long will my newborn session take?

2-3 hours


What do I need to bring to my session?

What do I need to bring to my session?

We send a detailed prep guide after you book that goes over everything you need to know and bring for your session.


Do you supply the props and outfits for my baby's session?

Do you supply the props and outfits for my baby's session?

We do! We have everything you need, including props, bonnets, wraps, outfits and fabrics in every color!


When Will I Get To See The Final Images?



When Will I Get To See The Final Images?



We have Same Day Viewing and Ordering Appointments available or you can come back after a week to view your images!

I’ve booked a session… now what?


I’ve booked a session… now what?


We’ll stay in touch until your session with tips for preparing and you’ll also receive a special package in the mail from us with a few locally sourced goodies to pamper yourself with!