12 Beautiful Studio Maternity Photoshoot Ideas That You’ll Treasure Forever

Given how momentous and life-changing childbirth is, there’s no question as to why you would want to host a maternity photoshoot. A photoshoot is the perfect gesture to capture your life on the precipice of change, and preserve for posterity the moments preceding motherhood. Not only will you enjoy these photographs in years to come, you will also be able to show your future child or children how you celebrated their arrival. To help guide you through this, we’ve curated 12 beautiful studio maternity photoshoot ideas that you’ll treasure forever.

For photoshoots, the setting is everything. Whether you want to host a party along with your shoot is up to you, and you should think beforehand about what you’ll need from a studio space. For this, you’ll want to check out Peerspace, the world’s largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals. Peerspace’s unique search engine allows you to input keywords to refine your search, and also provides a full laundry list of amenities and services that come with each location, so you’ll know beforehand if a listing is equipped for your needs. Let’s get into some ideas for your shoot.

1. A royal arrival

While we have no doubt you’ll treat your child(ren) like royalty, why not also give yourself the royal treatment before they arrive? By indulging in royal finery, you’ll be better prepared to do the same for the little one(s) on the way. Find a setting with satin drapes, gilded furniture, and a wallpapered interior to embrace this queenly aesthetic. Those in Los Angeles will want to check out this royal red and blue masterpiece of a studio with all the trappings of old world aristocracy.

2. Boudoir, anyone?

Continuing the theme of indulging yourself, this photoshoot takes you into the private quarters of a luxurious home. You’ll find yourself surrounded by soft light, wooden floors, and white linen. This soft and airy environment is the perfect balance between comfort and grace and will provide a welcoming environment for the mother. For those in the Chicago area, you’ll have to take a peek at this cozy and carefully crafted boudoir in the lower west side of the city.

3. Retro realization

For this studio maternity photoshoot idea, we’re taking you back to the glamorous world of the 1950s. Mom may have lived during this era, and she may really appreciate the gesture. Whether indoors or outdoors, you’ll want to capture that vinyl and chrome aesthetic, and maybe throw in an airstream for good measure. Those angling for this retro shoot in Indianapolis will have to check out this trendy retro Shasta camper van setup.

4. Minimalist chic

The chic minimalist mothers out there will appreciate hosting their photoshoot in a space that reflects their own aesthetics. While you may not have a penthouse, who’s to stop you from indulging in the fantasy? We advise taking this shoot to the skies in an apartment overlooking the city. In San Francisco? You’ll have to take a gander at this fully furnished penthouse with an impressive view overlooking the Bay Bridge. 

5. Urban jungle

Looking for studio maternity photoshoot ideas that strike a balance between tasteful and out there? You may want to consider an urban jungle. The clash in imagery between an urban outside and a lush, green interior will be quite the attention-grabber. Nothing is more relaxing than the organic calm of vegetable life, and this tranquil atmosphere will translate into your photographs. For this shoot, the Phoenix botanist will need to check out this verdant urban oasis.

6. Abroad at home

You may be a world traveler whose love of other cultures and their traditional aesthetics has had to play second fiddle to your pregnancy. From Russian dachas to Japanese zen gardens, this photoshoot idea encourages you to find the cultural setting of your choice and recreate it without going abroad. You may be surprised to find that someone is one step ahead of you and has just such a space available nearby. For example, this Japanese-inspired, mid-century modern home can be found in the heart of Salt Lake City and presents the ideal location for your abroad-at-home shoot.

7. Poolside party

Who doesn’t love a pool party? It’s the perfect excuse to gather with friends and family and unwind, regardless of the occasion. If you’re looking for a relaxed studio maternity photoshoot idea that’s low effort and high reward, then this might be the ideal photoshoot for you. For those in the Tampa area, you’ll definitely have to check out this poolside oasis, fully furnished with pool toys and an indoor area for socializing. 

8. Everyone loves a desert shoot

Number 8 is taking you to the high desert for your maternity photoshoot. While you may not have access to an actual desert, the interior design aesthetic of an adobe home will suffice to communicate that laid-back and big-sky-country vibe. Those in the southwest will know exactly what we’re referring to, and the St. George native will be tickled to find this adobe desert oasis just around the corner.

9. Selfie-atorium

Of our studio maternity photoshoot ideas, this one forces you to get creative and hands-on. We suggest setting up multiple backdrops with differently-themed wallpapers to create a circuit of different selfie studios. These backdrops don’t have to be particularly complex or elaborate, and can even just include singular themes at each station, with a consistent motif or pattern as the backdrop. To give you a better idea of what we’re thinking of, you should check out this colorful and immersive photo studio in Eastlake, Ohio.

10. Cabinet of curiosity

There’s got to be some mystical mamas out there, and this photoshoot is for you. For this shoot, we encourage you to find an environment with eclectic and uncommon objects in the background, antiques, and a dark and stormy color scheme. The setting will invite your viewers to probe the unknown – an engaging and intriguing atmosphere that will reflect your own anticipation of a child you know so well but have yet to meet. For this shoot, we recommend the darkly mysterious Jupiter House in NYC.

11. Immaculate conception

While it’s unlikely that your child was immaculately conceived, there’s no harm in drawing connections. This shoot is set in the dignified and grand setting of a church. With its vaulted ceilings, wood interior, and amazing lighting, a church setting is an ideal occasion for a maternity shoot, as it provides a familiar yet formal backdrop for this special occasion. In Boston? You’ll have to check out this historic church in Dorchester.

12. Late night treatment

This photoshoot is for mothers who have a penchant for celebrity and late-night talk show hosts. We recommend recreating the set of a talk show host (a la Between Two Ferns) and embodying your inner celebrity by taking this shoot to the stage, and throwing yourself into the limelight. For the cohost in Newark, you should definitely check out this fully furnished studio set with a late night atmosphere.

Peerspace brings studio maternity photoshoot ideas to life

Check out the tons of other great listings on Peerspace, if you have something in mind for your maternity photoshoot that escaped our attention. You’re bound to find what you’re looking for.

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