Introduction
pregnancy pictures• About the Guide
pregnancy picturesThe Basics
pregnancy photography• How to Prepare

Maternity Posing Tips
maternity photography guide• Posture
Pregnancy photography• Best Foot Forward
belly pics• The Crossover

Pregnancy photography• Finding a Pose I
belly pics• Finding a Pose II
belly pics• Placement of Hands

Maternity Posing Ideas
pregnancy• The Cradled Belly
maternity• The Proud Mom
belly pics• The Seated Triangle
Pregnancy tips• Just the Belly
Pregnancy photography• The Hands of Love
Pregnancy photography• Over the Belly
Pregnancy tips• Peek-a-boo
Couples:
Pregnancy tips• Face to Face
Pregnancy photography• The Kiss
Pregnancy tips• Prom Gone Wrong

Pregnancy photography

Nude and Semi-Nude
nude maternity photography• The Pregnant Nude
nude maternity photography• Coverage I
nude pregnancy portraits• Coverage II
nude pregnancy portraits• Nude Poses
nude pregnancy portraits• The Art Nude
nude pregnancy portraits• Lighting

Framing & Composition
Pregnancy photography• Framing
belly pics• Composition
maternity portraits• Line & Form
maternity portraits• Style & Tone

5 Common Problems with Maternity Portraits
maternity posing ideas• Backdrop Trouble
maternity posing ideas• On Camera Flash
belly pics• Harsh Lighting
maternity portraits• Unflattering Wardrobe
maternity portraits• Overprocessing

 

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Posture

As her pregnancy progresses, an expectant mother's center of gravity shifts. The changes to her body make maintaining good posture difficult. There is a tendency for pregnant women to slouch, especially in the later stages or pregnancy.

Pregnancy PosturePregnancy Posture

While this is understandable, it does not make for a dynamic photo. Fortunately, the remedy for this is simple: Remind your subject to stand up straight and put her shoulders back. In fact, a slight arching of the back can help improve the dynamic qualities of a photo.

Maternity Portrait PosesMaternity Portrait PosesThe important thing is for you, as the photographer, to be aware of your subject's posture throughout your session.

Pregnancy is a huge change and maintaining good posture is difficult. You will want to gently remind your subject to correct her posture if you notice it is coming out of line. You may take the opportunity to have your mom-to-be stretch from time to time during the session. It should feel good and will help her better transition to good posture.

While you do want to present your subject as naturally as possible, where posture is concerned are better off with an exaggerated arch in the back, than a natural slouch.

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