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You're creating a new life! As a woman, this is a significant stage—becoming a mom. You deserve to document the best of this moment so you can remember it.

For the best maternity portraits, book between 28-34 weeks when your belly is beautifully prominent, avoiding the discomfort of the final weeks.

‍I’m here to document the best of you as a future mom and also as a woman.

Maternity!

Maternity 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The ideal time is between 28 and 34 weeks, when your bump has a beautiful shape and you’re still comfortable moving and posing. I recommend booking in advance to secure a spot in my calendar.

  • I offer a curated client closet with hand-selected pieces designed to highlight your maternity glow. You’re also welcome to bring your own outfits that feel personal to you. Before your session, we’ll have a styling consultation to coordinate everything.

  • Absolutely! Maternity is also a story of family. Partners and children are more than welcome to join and create meaningful, intimate memories with you.

  • Sessions can be held in my NYC studio, in the comfort of your home, or at an outdoor location that feels meaningful to you (parks, city streets, etc.).

  • You don’t need to worry about posing. I’ll gently guide you through the entire process. My approach is natural and emotive, focusing more on authentic connection than stiff poses.

  • My mission is to celebrate your beauty in this unique season of life. Through light, angles, and artistic direction, I’ll ensure you look and feel amazing. I also provide natural retouching to enhance your images while keeping your authenticity intact.

  • Absolutely! Many families love capturing both milestones. When you reserve your maternity session, you’ll enjoy an exclusive savings on your newborn session, making it easy and meaningful to preserve your full motherhood journey.

    Because babies can be unpredictable, having your due date in advance gives you priority for rescheduling your newborn session with me.

  • My calendar tends to fill quickly, so I recommend booking at least 2–3 weeks in advance.

  • Each collection is designed as a complete experience: styling guidance, access to the client closet, artistic direction, the session itself, and a beautifully curated gallery. From there, you’ll choose your favorite images in digital format and/or printed in luxury keepsakes.

  • Both are available. You’ll receive your chosen images in high resolution, and I also offer fine art prints and heirloom products (albums, frames, and more) to preserve your memories in a tangible, lasting way.

  • Your gallery will be ready within 2–3 weeks after your session.

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Newborn!

Newborn sessions are stress-free, capturing the very first weeks of your baby—usually between 5 and 15 days old. Time flies, and you’ll treasure every tiny detail as they grow and change so quickly in their first year—even in that very first week. Little rolls, tiny toes, the details of their hands, the soft hair on their back, their fetal curl… every little thing.

My little clients are VIPs—they eat, get their diapers changed, and most of the time, sleep peacefully through the entire session.

I’ll be your babysitter for about 2 hours, so take full advantage of me—I’ll handle all the little moments so you can relax and enjoy them.

 Newborn

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Newborn sessions are ideally done within the first 5 –15 days of life, when babies are still very sleepy and naturally curled. However, I also photograph babies up to 6 weeks old, focusing on a more lifestyle and connection-driven approach.

  • No worries! While newborn sessions are ideally done within the first 5–15 days, we can still capture beautiful, authentic moments with your baby. Older babies may be better suited for natural, lifestyle poses—in your arms, with family, or in their environment. We’ll focus on comfort, connection, and artistic storytelling, ensuring stunning images no matter the age.

  • It’s best to reserve during pregnancy to secure availability around your due date. Once your baby arrives, we’ll set the exact session date together.

  • Sessions can be held in my NYC studio, designed to be warm and baby-friendly, or in the comfort of your home for a more intimate, personal feel.

  • Newborn sessions typically last 2–3 hours, allowing plenty of time for feeding, diaper changes, and soothing breaks.

  • Your gallery will be ready within 2–3 weeks after your session.

  • As you can see in my portfolio, I focus on capturing your newborn as naturally and beautifully as possible. I follow the baby’s rhythm, creating a calm and comfortable environment using my fabrics and textures. Poses are simple and classic, highlighting the tiny details that make this stage so special, without forcing the baby into unnatural positions.

  • I provide a selection of minimalist wraps, blankets, and delicate accessories chosen to highlight your baby’s natural beauty. You’re also welcome to bring personal pieces or family heirlooms.

  • Absolutely! My focus is on connection and family storytelling, so I always encourage including parents and siblings in the session.

  • That’s completely normal. I work with patience and gentleness, following your baby’s rhythm. Feeding, cuddling, and soothing breaks are part of the experience.

  • Each collection includes styling guidance, access to carefully selected newborn props, artistic direction, the session itself, and a curated gallery of fine art images. From there, you’ll choose your favorites in digital format and/or as luxury keepsakes.

  • Both. You’ll receive your chosen images in high resolution, and I also offer fine art prints, albums, and heirloom pieces to preserve this fleeting stage in a tangible way.

If you have more questions,
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Whether you're a painter, writer, gardener, or maker of all things, your creativity is welcome here. I capture you as you are—artist and mom.

From pregnancy through your baby’s first year and beyond, I photograph the beauty of motherhood. Whether it’s your newborn, milestone moments, or family time, I document your love and connection in a natural, authentic, and artistic way.

It's all about keeping it real – your identity, authenticity, and that chill vibe you love.

Motherhood & Family

 Motherhood and Family

Frequently Asked Questions

  • These sessions are designed for mothers who create and families who want to capture authentic, artistic moments. Motherhood sessions focus on celebrating you as a mom, while Family sessions celebrate your baby’s milestones and your family’s journey.

  • Absolutely! These sessions capture the love and connection of your whole family. Partners and children are welcome to join, making each moment authentic, intimate, and beautifully artistic.

  • I focus on storytelling, emotion, and authenticity. Rather than just posing, I guide you gently to capture your family’s natural interactions, your creativity as a mother, and the special bond with your baby.

  • Absolutely! You’re welcome to bring any traditional, cultural, or special outfits that are meaningful to your family. We can incorporate them to make your session fun and personal, and then transition to more classic looks for timeless portraits.

  • We can photograph in my NYC studio, at your home, or at locations that inspire your creativity, like a studio, garden, or favorite urban spot. The setting is always chosen to complement your artistic personality and your family’s story.

  • Absolutely! I love capturing milestone moments, like your baby’s first year, in a fun, natural, and artistic way. The session focus on intimate family moments, props, and creative details that tell your story—without the stress of a big event.

  • Yes! I provide outfits for your baby up to two years old, ensuring they look adorable and feel comfortable during the session.

  • Whether you’re a painter, writer, gardener, or maker of all things, your creativity is welcome here. I capture you as you are—artist and mom. Through personalized direction, lighting, and styling, I highlight your creative life—your hands at work, instruments, or studio space—while also documenting tender, authentic moments with your family.

  • Absolutely! Many families love documenting the full journey of motherhood, from pregnancy to newborn and beyond. When you book multiple sessions, you not only save with exclusive bundle pricing, but you also receive priority scheduling for your newborn session—helping you secure your preferred dates and enjoy a seamless, artistic narrative of your family’s story.

  • Typically, 1–2 hours, depending on the family size and type of session. We keep the experience relaxed, joyful, and artistic.

  • I provide guidance on styling, props, and wardrobe to ensure everything complements your artistic style and family dynamic. You’re encouraged to share your vision in advance and bring personal items that tell your story—musical instruments, art supplies, or anything meaningful to your family.

  • Your curated gallery will be ready within 2–3 weeks after the session. You’ll receive high-resolution images, and you’ll have the option to order luxury prints or albums to preserve these memories beautifully.

  • Absolutely! Pets are family too. Just let me know in advance so we can plan accordingly and make sure everyone, including your furry friend, is comfortable and happy.

  • I provide an Outfit & MUA Guide and can help you plan your look. Professional hair and makeup can give a polished finish, but I also love working with clients who do their own styling—it’s all about what makes you feel confident and authentic.

General questions!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Once you submit the form, we’ll schedule a call where I’ll explain how my sessions work and answer any questions you have. After that, I’ll send you the bundle pricing so you can select the package that best fits your needs.

  • Once you choose your bundle, a 50% downpayment is required to secure your session date. The remaining 50% is due the day before your session. Please note that watermarked images will not be sent until full payment is received.

  • Watermarked images are delivered within 24–48 hours after your session. You can select your favorites from the package you purchased. Once you’ve made your selections, send me an email confirmation. If you’d like additional photos, you can purchase extras at this stage.

  • After receiving your selections, I start editing your images with the Say Jess artistic touch. Your final high-resolution images are delivered within 3 weeks from the date you confirm your selections.

  • Absolutely! Pets are family too. Just let me know in advance so we can plan accordingly and make sure everyone, including your furry friend, is comfortable and happy.

  • I provide an Outfit & MUA Guide and can help you plan your look. Professional hair and makeup can give a polished finish, but I also love working with clients who do their own styling—it’s all about what makes you feel confident and authentic.

    • Punctuality is key to start on the right foot.

    • We’ll help you select your outfits after booking your session. I provide an Outfit Guide and Makeup Guide to make it easy.

    • If you don’t have your outfits ready, you can use pieces from Say Jess wardrobe.

  • No worries! I guide you through every pose and moment. My goal is to make you feel relaxed and confident, capturing your authentic self in every shot.

  • Yes! From your edited images, I’ll select the best ones that work in black and white. Not all images translate well to BW, so I focus on the ones that truly shine.

  • Absolutely! After receiving your high-resolution images, we can help you select your favorite prints, albums, or other luxury products.

  • I do not provide raw photos. My editing style is part of the experience—every image is carefully polished to highlight your story, your creativity, and the connection captured in the session.

  • Punctuality is important so we can capture the best light and have a smooth session. If you’re running late, please let me know as soon as possible. Depending on the delay, we may need to adjust the session length or reschedule to ensure we still get beautiful results.

If you have more questions,
I’m only one message away.

Let’s make this journey unforgettable.

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