Maternity Photoshoots
Embrace Every Curve: Capturing The Essence of Expectation
Waikato, Hamilton, Cambridge // Bay of Plenty, Waihi Beach, Tauranga
A Snapshot of Your Path to Motherhood
Pregnancy is an epic tale of growth, change, and the raw beauty of life taking form.
Let’s be honest, it’s not always glamorous – you might feel tired, oversized, and anything but the glowing portrait society promises.
But here’s where the magic happens: through my lens, we’ll capture the real, the beautiful, the uniquely you.
Because those few times in life when you’re carrying a new heartbeat inside of you are fleeting and deserve to be remembered as they truly are – miraculous, challenging, and incredibly special.
Celebrate The Journey
Even on days you feel more swollen than serene, there’s a beauty in these moments that’s worth capturing.
Authentic Memories
Forget the clichés. Your experience, in all its complexity, is beautiful. We’ll capture it all – the joy, the struggle, the anticipation.
The Real You
Let’s tell the true story of your pregnancy. Whether you’re radiant with excitement or counting down the days, this is your unique journey.
“If there were a way to give you ten stars, we would have done it! Ruth you are nothing short of amazing, so dedicated to making shots work and really helpful with posing. We have followed your work for so long so it was lovely to finally experience it. You’re a lovely person inside and out and were so accommodating throughout the whole process. Will definitely be recommending you to everyone we meet. – 5 stars”
Ruth Gilmour did a maternity and family shoot for us at Hamilton Gardens and we were sooo happy with the results! She made the shoot very stress free considering we had two children in tow and managed to get some great shots of the kids and some awesome family ones too. Highly recommend her 🙂
Your Journey To Parenthood Starts Here
Before your maternity photoshoot
Before our photoshoot, I like to get to know you, your ideas and your expectations, so your Preshoot Consultation kicks off the process.
I want the scoop on you, your family and any other kids or pets who you might want in the photoshoot. Understanding your family dynamics allows me to capture your personalities and relationships as they really are.
Your every question will be answered, including:
- What types of clothing photograph best?
- Where will the photoshoot happen?
- What would you like to do with the images?
- And other burning questions, such as whether or not to bring the family pet (the answer is “yes!”)
On the day
During the shoot, it’s my job to place you in natural and flattering poses and to document the real and authentic moments as they happen. This leaves you free to enjoy how things unfold and have trust in me to get the shot.
Maternity photoshoots are not timed but typically take between 45 to 90 minutes.
Don’t worry about dated photographs that look on-trend this year but won’t last – with over 15 years of experience, I’ll make sure you’ve got timelessly stylish photographs that you’ll be proud to share with the grandkids in 40 years’ time!
After your photoshoot
After your session, I professionally and expertly curate and prepare your photos.
From this selection, you can purchase your favourite images from your session to be ordered as prints or digital files.
This session can be done in your home, over Zoom, or at my office. All high- and web-resolution files are delivered via an online gallery—perfect for easy sharing with family and friends. Your images will be archived for two years.
With a post shoot consult, I’ll guide you through selecting your favourites for an album or prints, ensuring your memories are preserved in the most beautiful way possible.
Maternity photography packages
10 digital files
All my maternity photoshoot packages come with:
- What to wear guide
- Location planning
- Pre-shoot questionnaire
- Up to 90 minutes
- Mileage within 30 km of Hamilton CBD
- Complimentary 11 x 14 matted print (worth $100)
Investment: $850
15 digital files
All my maternity photoshoot packages come with:
- What to wear guide
- Location planning
- Pre-shoot questionnaire
- Up to 90 minutes
- Mileage within 30 km of Hamilton CBD
- Complimentary 11 x 14 matted print (worth $100)
Investment: $1,100
20 digital files
All my maternity photoshoot packages come with:
- What to wear guide
- Location planning
- Pre-shoot questionnaire
- Up to 90 minutes
- Mileage within 30 km of Hamilton CBD
- Complimentary 11 x 14 matted print (worth $100)
Investment: $1,250
30 digital files
All my maternity photoshoot packages come with:
- What to wear guide
- Location planning
- Pre-shoot questionnaire
- Up to 90 minutes
- Mileage within 30 km of Hamilton CBD
- Complimentary 11 x 14 matted print (worth $100)
Investment: $1,600
all digital files
All my maternity photoshoot packages come with:
- What to wear guide
- Location planning
- Pre-shoot questionnaire
- Up to 90 minutes
- Mileage within 30 km of Hamilton CBD
- Complimentary 11 x 14 matted print (worth $100)
Investment: $2,200
Sharing Your Memories
Once that’s done, you can relax. I’ll finalise the edits to your photos and send them to print production, and digital files that have been purchased will be delivered via the online gallery.
Your photos deserve to be up on the wall !
To simplify the process, I’ve got a range of printed options available that you can order.
Framed Images
Your photos, professionally printed on fine-art paper or museum-quality canvas, are expertly framed and ready to hang straight up on the wall.
Wall art – as framed prints or canvas – is easy and effortless for you – just select the frame colour and size, and I’ll do the rest.
Landscape, portrait or square
Starting at $350
Wall Collections
Wall collections are a stunning way to enjoy your memories in print. Below are just a small sample of the frame wall collections I have available. These can also be custom-made to suit your wall space available, the images that you already have, and what you’d like to do in the future.
Starting at $450
Wall Story
A beautiful way to tell the story of your family, Your wall story can display, four, nine or ten images, matted, in one frame.
Starting at $850
Image Boxes
A beautiful box of matted photographs is a versatile way to display your images.
You can frame them as you’d like, put them on little easels or displays around your home, or leave them in the box as a keepsake and pull them out to share like you would with an album. Your beautiful prints will be presented in a handmade box designed to keep your images safe for years to come.
All image boxes come with matching digital files.
6 x 8″ prints matted to 8 x 10″ size
Starting at $500
Heirloom Albums
A beautiful bespoke heirloom album filled with gorgeous memories. All wedding albums come with matching digital files.
Starting at $1500
The hard work is over. Your portraits are on the walls of your home, and your phone has blown up with messages about your photos. Sit back and take credit for creating those beautiful humans that are your family and enjoy seeing the people you love on the walls of your home every day!
Hi, I’m Ruth Gilmour – Maternity Photographer
In my maternity photography, I dive deep into the raw, real journey of your growing family.
Each shot captures the gritty beauty and complex emotions of pregnancy —acknowledging that while it’s not always picture-perfect, it’s incredibly profound.
I aim to offer you a collection of images that tell the true story of this time—unfiltered joy, overwhelming fatigue, and the incredible bond forming, even amidst the chaos.
It’s all about connecting with you on a genuine level, embracing every aspect of this journey, energy included.
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Ready to capture your story?
Connect and Share Your Vision
Reach out and share the details of the memories you want captured. Let’s talk about your vision and what these moments mean to you.
Let’s Plan Your Perfect Shoot
We’ll craft a personalised photo session plan. This includes choosing locations, discussing styles, and understanding the nuances to ensure every significant detail is captured. I’ll be your hype girl at the shoot, bringing the energy and the fun. You’ll feel like you’re hanging out with an old friend who happens to be attached to a camera!
Relive and Cherish Every Moment
After the shoot, you’ll receive a collection of beautifully captured images. These timeless photographs will let you relive your cherished moments, allowing you to experience the joy and emotion of those special times again and again.
Where do we do the photoshoot? (and other questions you might have)
