The original request
Create a maternity series that felt like Kirbyy — warm, relaxed and true to her personality — while giving her the beautiful photographs she had been looking forward to.
Digital maternity portrait story
When baby had other plans
Kirbyy had a maternity photoshoot booked, but baby had other plans and arrived before it could happen. Her mum, Susan, asked whether that missed experience could be recreated digitally.
What was done
- Used her reference portraits to keep Kirbyy's recognisable features, glasses, tattoos and natural character consistent.
- Created a varied collection with soft studio light, quiet window portraits and romantic outdoor settings.
- Matched her relaxed style through warm neutrals, earthy tones and gentle, confident poses.
The result
A personal digital maternity collection that captured the experience Kirbyy had missed and still felt unmistakably hers.
I woke up to these this morning and immediately teared up. These are so her personality. I’m still overwhelmed with how beautiful they are. By the time I got to the one with the hat, tears were flowing. I’m so grateful for this!Susan, Kirbyy's mum
“I’m the daughter in question. I really, REALLY appreciate this.”
The finished collection
Every image, part of one story.
14 finished portraits