A Maternity Photoshoot on Arcachon Bay, Among the Mimosa

Portrait & Family

A maternity photoshoot is a lovely way to reveal the bond between two people as they await the happy arrival of a child. As a maternity photographer on Arcachon Bay, I would like to share a glimpse of my work with Stéphanie and Yann’s session at the Réservoirs de Piraillan.

A Maternity Photoshoot at the Réservoirs de Piraillan

The Réservoirs de Piraillan are a protected natural area on the shores of Arcachon Bay, in the commune of Lège-Cap-Ferret.

Mimosa in bloom against a blue sky on the Arcachon Bay
Pond and wooden footbridge beneath the pines at the Piraillan reservoirs

It is a place where you feel truly connected to nature, which makes it perfect for beautiful couple and maternity photos. This is where I suggested Stéphanie and Yann come to capture Stéphanie’s baby bump. It also gave the couple a chance to enjoy a moment of closeness, just the two of them.

Bouquet of white flowers and mimosa resting on a tree stump
Father-to-be in a blue jacket before a tangle of bare branches

As a maternity photographer on Arcachon Bay, I always love introducing parents-to-be to this magical place.

Stéphanie and Yann: the story of their photoshoot on Arcachon Bay

Stéphanie got in touch with me in the winter to plan a couple photoshoot on Arcachon Bay with her partner, Yann. We chose early March for their session.

Couple kissing on a path beneath the pines, bouquet in hand
Stéphanie nestled against Yann, who holds the bouquet among tall grasses

She wanted to kill two birds with one stone: an engagement session that would also celebrate her pregnancy with their first child.

Detail of the bouquet of white lisianthus, mimosa and green hydrangea
Mother-to-be in a beige dress and lace cardigan before a mimosa tree

I suggested she bring a beautiful, loose, unstructured bouquet, and Sarah of SDSQ made one for her in white and yellow tones. The lovely surprise was that Sarah had added mimosa to the bouquet, and on the day of the shoot we found mimosa blooming everywhere at the Réservoirs de Piraillan! They were very lucky, because a fortnight later there was hardly any left: the mimosa had flowered very early that year.

In the end, the bouquet was in perfect harmony with their outfits and with the natural setting!

Crown of a tall pine seen from below at the Piraillan reservoirs
Mother-to-be cradling her bump among tall grasses beneath the pines

We ended the session nearby, in the village of L’Herbe, among its cabins by the water.

Parents-to-be embracing in tall grasses, hands on the bump
White cottage with blue woodwork in the village of L'Herbe

Maternity and Couple Photographer in Bordeaux

Maternity and couple photography is something I have had the chance to do many times.

In and around Bordeaux, I can show you some stunning places for your session. I can just as easily come to you for an at-home maternity photoshoot, as I did for Johanna and Alexandre.

Mother-to-be sitting on a fountain by a wooden cabin in the village of L'Herbe
Smiling parents-to-be under a pergola in the village of L'Herbe, facing Arcachon Bay

In the Gironde, and in Bordeaux in particular, we are lucky to have beautiful green spaces. The Parc Bordelais, in Bordeaux-Caudéran, is an ideal place for an outdoor maternity photoshoot, because it is so richly wooded. The shady corners beneath its majestic trees are treasure troves of natural backdrops for my photos.

Mother-to-be smiling tenderly at her partner in the village of L'Herbe
Pregnant woman in a long dress at the water's edge in the mist, at L'Herbe on Arcachon Bay

Another fantastic place in Bordeaux is the Réserve écologique des Barails: an incredible natural site covering 156 hectares, which makes it the largest natural area in Bordeaux. Here too, couple photos are enhanced by generous nature.

If you love the Fine Art style of photography and would like to mark a happy event of your own, I would be honoured to be your maternity photographer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I have a maternity photoshoot on Arcachon Bay?

For example at the Réservoirs de Piraillan, a protected natural area on the shores of the Bay, in the commune of Lège-Cap-Ferret, then in the nearby village of L’Herbe.

When can I have a maternity photoshoot with mimosa?

Stéphanie and Yann chose early March; that year the mimosa had flowered very early, and a fortnight later there was hardly any left.

How much does a maternity photoshoot on Arcachon Bay cost?

€700 for a 2-hour session. In Bordeaux, €270 (30 minutes) or €420 (1 hour) at the Parc Bordelais, and €560 (1h30) at your home or elsewhere in Bordeaux Métropole.

Planning a maternity photoshoot in France?

I photograph maternity sessions on Arcachon Bay, in Bordeaux and the surrounding area, outdoors or at home. Discover my portrait session prices, or tell me about your project.

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