Learn the secrets of Studio Maternity Photography with a Pregnant Model..
Learn the ever growing genre of Maternity Photography. This one-day masterclass is designed for serious amateurs and aspiring professionals who are ready to take their Maternity photography to the next level.
This is also an opportunity to shoot with a pregnant model and add those photos in your portfolio (in more than one style)
What You’ll Learn
In this one-day small-group bootcamp, you’ll develop the essential skills required to create elegant, well lit indoor maternity portraits:
Studio & Window Lighting for Maternity Portraits
- Learn how to shape soft, flattering light to enhance natural curves and maternal form.
- Understand how modifiers, distance, angles, and height affect the feel of your images.
- Explore one-light & two-light setups tailored for maternity sessions.
- Integrate window light with studio strobes to create timeless, high-end portrait looks.
- See how lighting adapts to different body shapes, fabrics, draping, and moods.
Live Maternity Photoshoot With Model
- Observe and practice maternity-specific posing
- Learn model handling—how to guide expecting mothers with clarity, ease, and confidence.
- Watch your instructor demonstrate simple poses .
- Each participant gets guided shooting time with real-time advice and adjustments.
Throughout the day, you’ll receive personalised feedback, hands-on practice, and experience sharing within a supportive, collaborative group environment.
Format & Flow
One day (~6 hours) 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM Small Group Practical Workshop (Face-to-Face)
Includes:
- Live guided maternity photoshoots with a model
- Use of professional studio lighting equipment and modifiers
- Window-light shooting session
- Individual shooting turns with instructor guidance
- Portfolio-building opportunities
- Tea/Coffee & lunch break
Why Choose This Bootcamp?
- Shared Learning Energy: Benefit from watching others shoot, problem-solve, and refine their approach.
- Professional Instruction: Learn techniques used in premium maternity portrait studios.
- Practical, Hands-On: You’ll shoot throughout the day with structured guidance and feedback.
- Portfolio-Ready Results: Leave with polished images that elevate your portfolio.
- Fast-Tracked Growth: A single, focused day that accelerates your skills and confidence.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this small-group bootcamp, you will be able to:
- Design and control both window and studio lighting for maternity portraits.
- Pose and direct expecting mothers with confidence, empathy, and precision.
- Approach maternity sessions with a clear structure—from preparation to final capture.
- Strengthen your portfolio with refined, professional maternity imagery.
Prerequisites
You should already be confident operating your DSLR or Mirrorless camera in Manual Mode. If you’re not yet there, we can arrange a Bridging Session before your masterclass.
Available Locations
Sessions available in Leichhardt, Sydney on the Dates advertised.
Enrolment Details
Course Type: Studio | Professional level face-to-face course.
Duration: One full day
Class Timings: 10:00 am to 04:0 pm on dates below.
Location: Leichhardt
Course Fee
One-Off Payment – AU$ 1,299 incl GST AU$ 799 incl GST
* The Fees include All the Classes / Study Materials / Professional Models / Studio Charges / Lighting Equipment.
