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Award-Winning Photography in Cincinnati
Bethany Ellen Artistic Imagery offers artistically imagined, skillfully captured portraits of newborns, children, and families.
Cincinnati's premier photographer Bethany has a gift for capturing the delicate details and authentic emotions of her subjects. Her passion for photography shines through her work, resulting in timeless and one-of-a-kind photos that beautifully captures life's most intimate moments.
Bold, Beautiful, and High-End Maternity Sessions – Just Like You
We artistically capture images that represent femininity, strength, courage, and vulnerability. We believe in celebrating all that you are – embracing your unique beauty, style, and personality. Your final photos will showcase all the glory and splendor of being a woman and mother.
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Celebrating Motherhood Through Photography
We are deeply honored to capture this transformative time in your life. Pregnancy is a miraculous journey, and we strive to showcase the amazing strength, beauty, and power of mothers-to-be through our photography.
Our sessions are clean, dramatic, and emotive – everything that you are feeling in this very moment. We specialize in high-end, luxury maternity portraiture that celebrates all aspects of your unique femininity.
Here’s How It Works.
We take expecting Cincinnati mothers on a beautiful journey of self-discovery and exploration. Our maternity photography sessions are designed to make you feel gorgeous, confident, and radiant. Are you ready to celebrate your inner goddess?
Step 1: Schedule a Free Consultation
We want to get to know you – your style, your vision, and your expectations. This is also a great opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have about our maternity photography services.
Step 2: The Photo Shoot
We will work with you to select the perfect venue for your maternity photo shoot. This includes choosing the right outfits, props, and accessories that complement your style and vision.
Step 3: The Big Reveal
After the shoot, we'll let you select your favorite images from the shoot. We will then professionally edit your photos in your preferred style, and deliver them to you in a beautiful online gallery.
Ready to make magic?
Capturing moments gone too soon.
Let’s make magic.
Meet Your Cincinnati Maternity Photographer
The artist behind the camera.
My name is Bethany Ellen, and I’m a professional maternity photographer in Cincinnati, Ohio. I’ve been helping expecting mothers feel their most beautiful since 2015, and it’s been the most rewarding experience of my entire photographer career.
My Cincinnati studio is founded on the principle of running full-service. That means we provide much more than a gallery link; we provide an unforgettable high-quality photography experience that leaves you with a piece of visual art you cannot get anywhere else.
Everyone has something that makes their soul come alive. For me, it’s capturing you enjoying the thing that lights your fire while creating a piece of art that documents the elegant & strong woman you are. My work embodies the essence of high-fashion, artistic expression, drama, and living life boldly If you want to stand out from the rest, then join me. I’m done fitting in. Dare to be different and watch your magic take flight.
Our mission at Bethany Ellen Photography is to capture the unique, bold beauty of every woman that walks through our doors. We dare to be different in everything we do, and we commit to cultivating a client experience that builds lifelong relationships.
Modeling Spots
Competition Model Spots
Every fall, our studio participates in several international competition circuits. These are highly conceptualized, highly stylized sessions that focus on one portrait to be featured for competition. These sessions are pre-styled and you will receive 5 digital images for your time and likeness.
Models must be willing to sign a model release. Some concepts may involve nudity or implied nudity, but only models who indicate they are comfortable for those sessions will be called back for those concepts.
Currently searching for women who are between 26-32 weeks pregnant, must be available to photograph by the end of August.
Frequently Asked Questions
Maternity photographers collaborate with expecting mothers to take pictures while they are pregnant. Photographers usually schedule appointments in the third trimester, when the woman's belly is rounded. Additionally, photographers occasionally give expectant parents and their families the option to buy maternity images together with newborn photos or family photos when the baby is born. Yes, we specialize in maternity and baby photography!
Pregnant women have various options when it comes to how they want their maternity photos to look. While some images have a creative sense, others could be studio-shot for a more conventional look. If you're interested in hiring a maternity photographer in Cincinnati before your due date, the following FAQs will be helpful:
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Maternity photography involves taking a series of pictures of soon-to-be moms. These images might show the mother alone or along with other family members. Maternity images frequently have a whimsical or artistic feel since they are intended to show off the beauty of pregnancy. Our Cincinnati maternity photographer knows exactly how to capture the moments perfectly.
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In maternity photos, women generally pose with their hands—or the hands of the father—on their growing bellies. Photos may be taken straight on to portray the woman's excitement or from the side to display the mother's shape in profile.
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The type of maternity photos being shot during your maternity sessions will determine what you should wear. When it comes to pregnancy photos, mothers who want to reveal their bare bellies may want to choose a simple sports bra or crop top with comfortable bottoms. Those who prefer to keep themselves covered might want to think about wearing a stylish gown while capturing moments that will last a lifetime.
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Maternity photos are a wonderful way for new families and homes that intend to welcome a new, small member to save memories. Parents can look back fondly on their pregnancy and recall the thrill they experienced while anticipating their new baby, thanks to the beautiful photos. A few months after the baby is born, newborn photos might be an excellent option.
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Photographers and families usually enjoy the following types of maternity photos:
Nature
The natural surroundings of trees, lakes, or meadows are popular backdrops for maternity photography.
Silhouette
Typically taken from the side, a silhouette photo captures the mother's outline and shape against a white background.
Milk Bath
In milk bath photoshoots, mothers are generally surrounded by flower petals, candles, or other artistically designed accessories as they lay unclothed in a tank of milk or milky water. Photographers can concentrate on their clients' characteristics, especially their pregnant tummy, thanks to the milk's white background.
Underwater
These shoots are often done in drapey or long gowns. It is all about artistic beauty. The water generally allows the dress to flow away from the mother's body, creating a sense of depth.
Whether you're interested in newborn photography or a new set of family photos, our portrait photographer in Cincinnati can capture the special moments.
Workshop Assistant
We will need workshop assistants for our two upcoming photography workshops through Professional Photographers of America. Assistants will be responsible for
Checking in attendees
Holding light stands, tossing dresses
Taking behind the scenes photo and video
Assisting Bethany with set up and/or cleanup before and after class
Assistants will be compensated with food and a $300 session credit to be used at any time after the class
Stretch- A Photographic Project
Aimed at creating a positive, celebratory space for people who have stretch marks. This upcoming photography project will feature a contrasting narrative to the typical message that surround stretch marks. Rather than hide them away, Stretch looks to celebrate beautiful reminders of the journey the body can take.
Stretch will be photographed in our Newport Kentucky studio on limited appointments with associate photographer Trey Connally. Models must be prepared to sign a photo release. No purchase necessary.
Sessions set to take place Winter 2021/Spring 2022