Chantel MariePHOTOGRAPHY
St. Louis, Missouri. Available for travel.

St. Louis Maternity Photography

Expectant mother sitting in a weathered rowboat on still water at dusk

You don’t have to know your good angle.

You can leave the posing to me. Tell me whether you’re picturing something quiet, playful, or a little more creative, and we’ll talk it through. We’ll choose the location together, whether that’s near St. Louis or somewhere else you have in mind.

Tell me about your maternity photos

Tell me what feels comfortable.

I’ll guide you through the photographs and give you room to move and settle in. If something feels awkward, say so. Bring the ideas you’re excited about, and we’ll work through them together.

Let’s figure it out before photo day.

We’ll talk about the setting and the details you want in your photographs, so you know what we’re planning. You can start with a call and a few ideas. A finished plan is definitely not required.

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Let’s talk it through.

What are you picturing?

Send me your ideas and your questions. We’ll talk about the setting, posing, and what you’d like to remember before your baby arrives.

Start planning my session
Before we plan your photographs

Your questions, answered.

How much is a maternity photo session in St. Louis?

Maternity sessions start at $750 and include professional hair and makeup. We’ll discuss your ideas, location, and comfort before you book. See the Investment page for details.

Will you help me pose for maternity photographs?

You do not need posing experience. I’ll guide you from head to toe, offer natural prompts, and leave room for laughter and candid moments.

Where do you offer maternity photography?

I serve St. Louis, Missouri, and the surrounding area, including Clayton, St. Charles, Chesterfield, Kirkwood, and Webster Groves. We’ll choose a location that suits your people, style, and comfort. Travel is available.

How do I book a maternity session?

Book a 15-minute planning call or send an inquiry with your date, location, and ideas. We’ll discuss availability, pricing, and the details before you book.

See photography pricing · Book a 15-minute planning call · Send an inquiry

Photographs by Chantel Marie

A few photographs from my portfolio.

Expectant mother sitting in a weathered rowboat on still water at duskExpectant mother sitting in a weathered rowboat on still water at dusk Close maternity portrait in a cream outfit with a leaf shadow across the baby bumpClose maternity portrait in a cream outfit with a leaf shadow across the baby bump Expectant mother seated in a rowboat with flowers and sunset reflected in the lakeExpectant mother seated in a rowboat with flowers and sunset reflected in the lake
Girl resting her cheek against her mother’s baby bump beside a lakeGirl resting her cheek against her mother’s baby bump beside a lake Expectant mother in a long white lace dress in soft sunset lightExpectant mother in a long white lace dress in soft sunset light Expectant mother twirling a girl in a white dress beside the waterExpectant mother twirling a girl in a white dress beside the water Family hands resting together on a baby bump through a white lace dressFamily hands resting together on a baby bump through a white lace dress Family embracing and spinning together beside a lake during a maternity sessionFamily embracing and spinning together beside a lake during a maternity session Expectant couple embracing closely in white outfits beside a lakeExpectant couple embracing closely in white outfits beside a lake Side view of an expectant mother in a white lace dress against glowing treesSide view of an expectant mother in a white lace dress against glowing trees
Expectant mother in an orange floral top with one hand in her hair beneath treesExpectant mother in an orange floral top with one hand in her hair beneath trees Little girl cuddling her mother during a maternity session outdoorsLittle girl cuddling her mother during a maternity session outdoors Maternity portrait in an orange floral top and navy trousers beside green shrubsMaternity portrait in an orange floral top and navy trousers beside green shrubs Girl in a white dress holding two adults’ hands in golden evening lightGirl in a white dress holding two adults’ hands in golden evening light Little girl reaching toward her mother’s baby bump beneath sunlit treesLittle girl reaching toward her mother’s baby bump beneath sunlit trees Father holding his daughter beside her expectant mother with sunlight streaming behind themFather holding his daughter beside her expectant mother with sunlight streaming behind them Smiling girl hugging her mother’s baby bump during an outdoor maternity sessionSmiling girl hugging her mother’s baby bump during an outdoor maternity session Expectant father kneeling to kiss a baby bump in warm evening lightExpectant father kneeling to kiss a baby bump in warm evening light Full-length maternity portrait in an orange floral top on a path surrounded by greeneryFull-length maternity portrait in an orange floral top on a path surrounded by greenery
Expectant mother in a flowing white dress standing in an open fieldExpectant mother in a flowing white dress standing in an open field Black and white portrait of an expectant couple leaning close with a hand at her neckBlack and white portrait of an expectant couple leaning close with a hand at her neck Expectant couple sitting in tall grass with their hands resting on her white dressExpectant couple sitting in tall grass with their hands resting on her white dress Expectant couple standing back to back among tall woodland treesExpectant couple standing back to back among tall woodland trees Expectant father twirling his partner in a white skirt in a forest clearingExpectant father twirling his partner in a white skirt in a forest clearing Expectant mother lifting a flowing white skirt in a wooded clearingExpectant mother lifting a flowing white skirt in a wooded clearing Maternity portrait in a white two-piece outfit with hands resting above and below the bumpMaternity portrait in a white two-piece outfit with hands resting above and below the bump Expectant mother in white looking down at her bump through soft green foliageExpectant mother in white looking down at her bump through soft green foliage Close-up of a baby bump and baby’s breath flowers against a white maternity outfitClose-up of a baby bump and baby’s breath flowers against a white maternity outfit Expectant mother holding her bump while standing alone among deep green treesExpectant mother holding her bump while standing alone among deep green trees Close portrait of an expectant couple touching foreheads in warm backlightClose portrait of an expectant couple touching foreheads in warm backlight Couple dancing in a forest clearing during a maternity sessionCouple dancing in a forest clearing during a maternity session Baby’s breath flowers held beside a baby bump and a white two-piece maternity outfitBaby’s breath flowers held beside a baby bump and a white two-piece maternity outfit
Maternity portrait in a white crop top and jeans beside a stone wall and leafy branchesMaternity portrait in a white crop top and jeans beside a stone wall and leafy branches Expectant mother with long braids holding her bump beneath sunlit treesExpectant mother with long braids holding her bump beneath sunlit trees Close-up maternity portrait of a baby bump above blue jeans in warm lightClose-up maternity portrait of a baby bump above blue jeans in warm light
· Photograph by Chantel Marie Photography.