ARIANA JOHNSON

PHOTOGRAPHY

Every season of motherhood, beginning from the time you find out you're welcoming a new life, to the time your baby becomes an adult (and then on). When we think about the journey of motherhood and documenting different stages of it, it is common to skip over maternity photos. Why? Because we may think this our least flattering stage. We'd rather just get the newborn photos, or even wait all the way until baby is a certain age for family photos.

JACKSONVILLE MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHER

Well I am here to tell you that whenever I ask a mama if there is anything she wishes she would've done during pregnancy, the answer is almost always, "I wish I would've done maternity photos". Being pregnant may not always feel well, but it is worth embracing and investing in the memories of your growing belly, and the feelings you felt.

LETS START PLANNING

One thing that is different about your experience with me, is that I use a collaborative approach. These are your memories, and we can document them how you want to remember them. I love embracing creative sessions, and we are changing the way people think of getting photos done. They do not have to be super traditional. They can absolutely be how you envision them to be!

IT IS WHAT YOU MAKE IT

THE MATERNITY EXPERIENCE

I believe in documenting all stages throughout your journey of welcoming new life into the world. If you are Ask me about bundling your maternity session with a newborn lifestyle or family session to save on money!

IT DOESN'T HAVE TO END HERE.

INQUIRE NOW

A 1-minute video clip taken with a camcorder during your session. A perfect keepsake to have and hold. Included in the Homebody session package, and can be added on to the outdoor golden hour session.

Add ons

NOSTALGIC FILM

POLAROIDS

A pack of 5 wide polaroids taken at your session. These will be scanned into your digital gallery, and then mailed to you after.

FILM EDITS

A real-life film edit to 10 of your digital photos. You pick, and receive the film edits a few days after gallery delivery. A mix of different film scan lines, and grain.

Frequently Asked Questions

While most clients I serve are local to Jacksonville, Fl- I am willing to travel up to 2 hours for an additional travel fee of $50 per hour!

Do you travel?

This is a great question and an important one. My approach to sessions are very documentary. I like to artfully prompt and pose my families with movement. Don't get me wrong, sometimes a part of documentary sessions are looking at the camera and smiling because that is a natural thing to do, but most sessions are spent hanging out with your loved ones, cuddling and playing with one another, and really allowing the kids to lead the way. Especially if you have young littles, you will be highly disappointed if you have high expectations of them standing still and smiling at the camera. This creates a lot of stress on mama. Being in this season of having young ones, my approach takes the stress off and creates beautiful memories that are genuine to the season and the moments. If posed family images are what you're looking for, we may not be a good fit.

WILL YOU POSE US?

I do offer heavy styling assistance and guidance if wanted! I recommend booking enough in advance so that we can talk about your vision and styling the family. Location/wardrobe/planning all play a big role and heavily rely upon another in the outcome of your final images. But don't stress, I am here along the way to help with it all!

Do you offer styling?

Absolutely! In fact, I strongly encourage it. It really brings out the natural emotions, and comfortability of the session. Love ice cream? Let's have your session at an ice cream shop. Love playing sports? Let's have your session on a field and play soccer or football. Just love being at the beach? Let's have your session at the beach! Just want a relaxed session at any location or at home? I am all about artfully documenting your family, and if you have a vision for your session, we will make it happen!

can i plan a session around something my family loves to do?

Yes, if the family dog responds well to others in public, and the location allows for them, you can absolutely bring your dog. I recommend bringing another person who won't be involved in the session to help watch the dog if you want images without them.