Bay Area Maternity Photographer

Honoring every journey to motherhood with authentic photography and timeless images that tell unique stories.

Your Journey is Worth Remembering

Every pregnancy is a unique story of resilience, anticipation, and love.

Whether your path has been straightforward or filled with challenges, the journey deserves to be honored and remembered.

As a Bay Area maternity photographer, I specialize in capturing the quiet magic of this season — the glow, the connection, the anticipation.

From the foggy beaches of San Francico to the sun dappled hills of Marin, your session will reflect your unique story.

See how I’ve captured the beauty, strength, and connection of expectant parents across the Bay Area.

“Pregnancy is a process that invites you to surrender to the unseen force behind all life.”

Judy Ford

Why I Do This Work

Hi, I’m David (he, him).

My wife and I faced a challenging journey to parenthood, which opened our eyes to the myriad emotional stories of so many expecting parents.

I understand how layered maternity can be. That experience allows me to approach every maternity session with empathy and an open heart.

As your maternity photographer, I’ll create an experience that feels relaxed and genuine, honoring not just your pregnancy but the entire path that led you here.

Meet your photographer

Maternity couple photo at the famous Baker Beach in San Francisco.

Let’s make this easy

1. Before your session

We’ll collaborate to select the ideal location—be it Marin’s golden hills or San Francisco’s iconic coastlines—discuss wardrobe choices, and schedule the perfect time to capture your story.

2. Photo day

Close your eyes, breathe deeply, and feel present as we create natural, unposed images that reflect your unique maternity experience.

3. Gallery delivery

Cherish a curated gallery of honest, timeless photographs that hold the heart of this beautiful chapter of your life.

Maternity Photography Pricing

Maternity sessions are family-inclusive. For discounted First Child Sessions, click here.


Return clients 15% off

Includes

90 minute photo session

50+ images (digital)

25+ images (film)

Consult call

Marin & San Francisco locations

20% print store discount (including handcrafted frames)

*Weekends +$200

Quiet Season

(Jan–Aug)

$1275

Peak Season

(Sept–Dec)

$1475

First Child Sessions

$995 (year-round)

Small sessions for first-time mothers and a partner. Only available for West Marin locations.

Includes

60 minute photo session

40+ images (digital)

20+ images (film)

Wardrobe and location guidance

20% print store discount (including handcrafted frames)

*Weekends +$200

Pregnant couple sit quietly on sun dappled park bench.

“I love the images of my son looking up adoringly at us, and high-fiving his brother in my belly. They’re magical.”

– Ashley S, Bay Area mom

Maternity + Newborn Bundles

Four Seasons

Maternity Session

Newborn Session

Six Month Session

One Year Session

200+ Photos

$3995

($1105 savings)

Three Seasons

Maternity Session

Newborn Session

6-12 Month Session

150+ Photos

$2995+

($830 savings)

Two Seasons

Maternity Session

Newborn Session

100+ Photos

$1995+

($275+ savings)

A Love Note

“My husband and I have only ever had professional photos taken for our engagement and wedding, and neither of us is super comfortable on camera. Add to that my two-year-old son who is shy and rarely even wants us to take his picture! I was concerned about finding the right person for our family – that person was David. He made things so easy for us, just like walking with a friend through the park, talking about life and both of our upcoming bundles of joy. He found just the right way to put our son at ease and not on display.”

“We were in love with all of our photos! Most everything was candid, which is totally the style I wanted and love. So many of the photos show the true love coming out of our son’s eyes. I will always treasure these pictures of my husband, toddler, and myself with a baby on the way.”

“It captured our perfect little family of three before we became a family of four. I love the images of my son looking up adoringly at us, and “high-fiving” his brother in my belly. They’re magical.”

“David’s communication was on point and his photographs were gorgeous. I wouldn’t change a thing! I hope to have him photograph our family of four in the near future!”

– Ashley Stopka, San Francisco Mom

Your journey to motherhood is beautiful, and your story deserves to be told. Let’s create something timeless, heartfelt, and uniquely you.

Schedule your maternity photoshoot

Summer, Fall, and weekends in the San Francisco Bay Area often book at least six weeks in advance. Get in touch and I’ll send you my schedule today.

FAQs

My wife lost two pregnancies. By the third one, she kept it fairly private. She also recognized the importance of documenting this season of her life but was uncomfortable with too much focus on her body. This experience shaped the way I approach maternity sessions. We keep the focus on telling a broader story and of your connection to place.

For a typical pregnancy, I suggest 30-34 weeks. 36 weeks is fine, but it is nice to have a little room for rescheduling. After 36 weeks it gets much harder to move around, and at that point, the baby could show up anytime. For multiples, 30 weeks is about right!

This is completely up to you. There is no right or wrong answer but I do want to say that it is completely ok (in fact, it’s awesome) to take this space for yourself. We can also do a bit of both, asking your partner or kids to go for a walk during the second half of the session.

We generally schedule the maternity session right away and pencil in a newborn session as well. After the newborn Then I will reach out a few months before your child’s 6 month and 1 year birthdays. The Four Seasons package is meant to streamline this whole process so that you don’t have to stress about it.

You pay 25% to secure your reservation. Then 25% of the remainder is due 10 days before each of the sessions. Everything is simple and automated – you won’t have to remember a thing 🙂

I love when families bring their pets. Know that things will be a little more chaotic and it is really important to think through the experience.

Obviously, we need a pet-friendly location and likely want to avoid crowded or distracting spaces. An in-home or backyard session or a weekday at Fort Funston can both work well for pets.

Let’s chat over the phone about your pet and your situation.

Great question. Babies arrive when they arrive. And unexpected challenges are always possible. For a legitimate health reason, I am always happy to reschedule newborn and maternity sessions.

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