Dreamy maternity session Richmond, Virginia. Family Photographer Anna Dobrovolskaia | Richmond, VA
Dreamy maternity session Richmond, Virginia. Family Photographer Anna Dobrovolskaia | Richmond, VA
Dreamy maternity session Richmond, Virginia. Family Photographer Anna Dobrovolskaia | Richmond, VA

It was a session for a mother on her own — a quiet celebration of her body, her strength, and the life she carries. We wanted these photos to feel like a manifest to womanhood, to honor the beauty of pregnancy and the poetic transformation that comes with it.

As the sun began to set, the field filled with a soft, golden haze, wrapping everything in an ethereal glow. She moved through the tall grass barefoot, the fabric of her dress catching the breeze. Every frame felt like a piece of a dream — whimsical, cinematic, and deeply feminine.

I love creating maternity portraits that feel more like art than posed photographs — with a touch of editorial elegance and an honest connection to the moment. This location, one of my absolute favorites in Richmond, is perfect for sessions that blend emotion and atmosphere — whether it’s maternity, motherhood, or any kind of whimsical photo session in nature.

There’s a special kind of power in photographing a woman alone in this season of her life — the stillness, the grace, and the quiet confidence of becoming a mother. These are the images that remind us that beauty isn’t about perfection but about presence, feeling, and light.

If you’re expecting and dreaming of your own maternity photo session in Richmond, Virginia, let’s create something magical together. We’ll chase the sunset, find the softest light, and tell your story in a way that feels real and timeless — full of emotion, warmth, and wonder.



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