A joyful experience
Manhattan, KS Maternity Photographer
Welcome Mama! I am so excited to share in the joy of your new baby. Allow me to guide you in location, styling (for you and any other family members), and posing (because if you are like me, you need to be told or showed what to do). Each session is carefully curated to fit the need of you and your family.
Beautiful & fun Maternity Portraits that result in artwork on your walls
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Izzy
Her fourth pregnancy
Izzy and her sweet husband were great to work with at this stunning location, in Richton, MS.
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Elana
Her First Pregnancy
Elana reached out and had a specific vision. She wanted her maternity session to take place on her family land. Although I had never set foot on her land before, I just knew these photos were going to turn out fantastic.
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Anna
Her First pregnancy
The one request Anna had was that the location was stunning with a beautiful sunset. And I made it happen. This location is secluded and private and was absolutely gorgeous.
The Manhattan, KS maternity Experience
A baby is on the way! How exciting!
Whether it's your first or you last, each one is so different and deserves to be captured. Congratulations on this new season of life! Being pregnant can make you feel all different types of emotions. Whether this is your first or fourth, you deserve to capture some precious moments of the new life you are creating.
As your Manhattan, KS Maternity Photographer, I offer a client closet with an expansive selection of gorgeous gowns from everyday wear to extravagant pieces that let you feel your best at this stage of life. This is a stress-free experience that allows you to focus on your connection with your baby instead of worrying about what to wear. I will guide you every step of the way. I will help you select the most gorgeous location along with helping guide you on your stunning attire, any participant's attire through use of location guides, style guides and my maternity guide.
Let’s Start the Conversation!
I’d love to hear all about your journey—when you’re due, what you’re having (if you’re sharing, of course!), and what you’re enjoying most about this incredible experience as a mom-to-be!
Reach out so we can discuss your vision for the session and all the ideas you have in mind. Together, we’ll find the perfect date and get it on the calendar. The excitement is just beginning!
1. Say Hello
2. Planning Your session
Once you are on my calendar, now comes the fun part, planning your session! First we will start off with talking about location (what speaks to you the most? Are you a studio type gal or do you love nature?). I do have a location guide that will be sent out along with other guides to help you along the way.
Part of planning is choosing your dress! Whether its something from my curated client closet, or something you want to feel yourself in, we can plan it down to the smallest details.
If you have any burning questions that come to your mind in the middle of the night (when you get up to pee or can't sleep because you are uncomfortable), feel free to email me and I will respond within 24 hours. I am here to help you along the way the entire time.
3. ask me Anything
Hurray! Your session day has finally arrived. This will be a slow process to make sure we capture the best moments, the silly and raw moments, and then of course the sweet moments.
Your job is to relax and enjoy your time with your baby to be and let me do the focusing on positioning you in powerful poses.
4. Your Portrait Session
Time for the piece you've been waiting on. Your photographs will be lightly edited and delivered to you within a week for you to look through and select the ones you want edited. Then a week after your selection, you will receive your final edits.
5. your photographs
Your Maternity Portraits are a blend of classic, timeless portraits with lifestyle. Each session is carefully curated with you in mind, from choosing location to style recommendations.
Portrait Sessions from $350
Manhattan, KS Maternity Photography Pricing
"Ashley has been such a pleasure to work with! I had maternity photos done by Ashley and she made me feel so beautiful and was so kind and welcoming. It was a really empowering experience. ❤ Highly recommend!!"
Maternity session
Kary
Very professional kind loving and fun. Overall best experience.
Izzy
Maternity session
I cannot recommend Ashley Watkins Photography enough! Ashley did my maternity pictures, and she was absolutely amazing. From the very beginning, she made me feel so comfortable and at ease, which was a huge relief during such a special and emotional time.
The day of our shoot, it was snowing and freezing, but Ashley worked her magic and turned the cold weather into a stunning backdrop. She guided me through everything with such patience and professionalism, making sure every detail was perfect. Despite the chilly conditions, the session felt effortless and fun, and Ashley’s positivity made it such a memorable experience.
The pictures are beyond beautiful—she captured this moment in my life perfectly, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. I look at them and feel so much love and excitement for what’s to come. I absolutely cannot wait to have her take my newborn's pictures and create more incredible memories with her! If you're looking for a photographer who is talented, kind, and truly dedicated, Ashley is the one!
Alexandria
Maternity session
Everything went great. She helped pick a dress and location for my maternity shoot. The overall photo turn around was so quick and came out lovely!
Lauren
Maternity Session
FAQs as a Manhattan, KS Maternity Photographer
Q: Do you offer a Maternity client closet?
A: Yes! I have an extensive collection of different dresses that can be worn for your session. Love more than one?! That's perfectly okay, most sessions include a wardrobe change, and you can wear more than one dress. If you are worried about what it looks like, feel free to schedule a time to come over to my studio, and try it on to see if you love it.
Q: Am I able to print my own photographs from the session?
A: Each collection comes with its own set number of digital images. You can certainly print from your choice of printers, but colors aren't guaranteed unless you print from my shop. Don't know how to do that or don't know what you want? Let's pop on a call and talk about it, and I can assist you in placing your order.
Q: When should I book My Photo session?
A: As soon as you hit your second trimester is the best time to inquire about your session and get on my calendar. Your session should ideally take place between 30-34 weeks when your belly is bumping and you have gained some energy back.
Share as many details as possible below to get our conversation started. I will respond to your inquiry within 24 hours, M-F 9-4p.
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