These images are representative of such a sweet season in Jen’s life. As an expectant mother for the second time, she knew she wanted to incorporate her relationship with her daughter, Leighton, into her maternity photos. These images were recently shared, along with a corresponding written interview, in Unread Magazine’s latest online issue!
Oh, these women. These images represent so many different seasons in motherhood, each equally as challenging, each equally as sweet.
Some women wait to meet their babies.
Some find their life’s joy in the eye of their grandchildren.
Some don’t know what the future holds, if this baby is the only one she’ll carry.
They all have something so fundamental in common, they know the beautiful, impossible ache of love for their child.
It was my goal to create images that focused on the simple nuances of motherhood is a setting that was unfussy, so we could immerse ourselves in the location and create a comfortable environment where their children felt safe to be themselves in the arms of their mothers. There were giggles and tickles, and oh, the kisses. I pray these images represent each season these family are in, that they do the legacies these mamas are creating for their children justice.
Thank you to Kara Olmsted, Emily Artistry, Natalie Gordon, and Photovision for helping me to serve my clients so well.
When Nikki asked me to photograph her beautiful family, I was so honored! As a mother and creative, she has incredible taste and we vibed so well immediately. When discussing a vision for the shoot, we landed on this Christmas Tree Farm to document Lena’s first memorable Christmas (first Christmases are special, but there’s something about the way children embrace the awe and wonder in the subsequent holidays). Enjoy some of my favorite moments on film (processed and scanned by Photovision). 
Location: Mill Farm Williamsburg, VA // Skirt: Jenny Yoo Louise Tulle Skirt from BHLDN// Lena’s Dress: Zara // Lena’s Coat: Rylee + Cru // Lena’s Bow: Fourth + Pierce // Lena’s Doll: Hazel Village
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