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You did it! You showed up, stepped in front of the camera, and let yourself be seen in a season that can feel both beautiful and unfamiliar at the same time. So what happens next? After Your Session: Behind the Scenes The evening of your session, I begin by carefully uploading and backing up your […]

What Happens After Your Maternity Session | Baltimore Maternity Photographer

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There’s a moment in pregnancy where you might think, I don’t feel like myself right now… I don’t know if I want this documented. And I get that. Your body is changing in ways that feel unfamiliar. Some days feel beautiful, and others feel heavy or uncomfortable or just… different. But here’s what I’ve seen, […]

Why Maternity and Newborn Photos Belong Together | Baltimore Newborn Photographer

Expecting mom and her husband in spring maternity photo session

There’s something about spring in Baltimore that feels especially fitting for maternity photos. The quiet shift from winter. The soft return of color. The sense that something new is unfolding, slowly, but surely. If you’re expecting and considering a spring maternity session, choosing the right location makes all the difference. Early blooms, soft textures, and […]

Spring Maternity Photos Baltimore: 5 Beautiful Locations for Blooming Sessions

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What a year. As a Baltimore family photographer, 2025 brought some of my favorite moments behind the camera — from sunset-soaked overlooks to cozy in-home snuggles. As I wrapped up the season, I found myself reflecting on the families who made me laugh, made me pause, and reminded me why I love documenting this fleeting […]

2025 Client Superlatives | A Year of Family Photography in Baltimore

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Tips from a Baltimore Family Photographer If you’ve ever wondered how to get kids to cooperate for family photos, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common concerns I hear from families here in Baltimore. Parents want beautiful, connected images to hang on their walls — but they worry their kids won’t “behave” or […]

How to Get Kids to Cooperate for Family Photos

Family cuddling at Hampton National Historic Site during fall photo session

Best Fall Family Photo Locations in Baltimore Location choice for your photo session is so important to conveying the personality of your family! That’s why I’m sharing the best fall family photo locations in Baltimore today! One of my favorite things about Maryland is the diversity of gorgeous locations. There are so many unique spots […]

Best Fall Family Photo Locations in Baltimore

baltimore family in spring maternity photo session

“I wasn’t sure I wanted maternity photos.” That’s what Emily told me when she booked. She was in her third trimester, juggling work, a toddler, and all the mental prep that comes with adding another baby to the family. She felt tired, unsure of how she looked, and didn’t want anything that felt overly posed […]

That’s What She Said: One Mama’s Experience with a Spring Maternity Mini

Expecting mom and her husband in spring maternity photo session

Spring Is the Perfect Time for a Maternity Photo SessionThe weather is warming, the flowers are blooming, and if you’re somewhere between swollen ankles and baby kicks, you might be feeling a mix of emotions about being photographed right now. But here’s the truth: you are worth documenting—right now. As a Baltimore maternity photographer, I’ve […]

Why Spring Is the Perfect Time for a Maternity Photo Session

The start of a new year always feels like a good time to hit pause, reflect, and reset. At the end of last year, I took most of December off to step away from work with Niki Jones Photography and focus on my family. There’s really nothing like experiencing Christmas through the eyes of your […]

A Fresh Year: What’s New for Niki Jones Photography

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If you’re reading this blog, there’s a very good chance you’re a Baltimore mama-to-be. Today I’m answering the most frequently asked question when it comes to maternity sessions: when’s the best time to schedule my maternity photo shoot? As a mama of two who is currently navigating her third pregnancy, I completely understand wanting to […]

When’s the best time to schedule my maternity photo shoot?