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Maternity Photos That Feel Like Nostalgia In the Making

In this Maternity portfolio you’ll see highlights of sessions that I offer in my Richmond, VA studio as well as on location as a way to document the beauty of your ever-changing body during pregnancy. While this season is not always the most physically comfortable, it is one of the most meaningful and transformative times in a woman’s life. My goal is to help you tell your story from the very beginning, to preserve the bold, quiet love you already feel for your baby before they arrive. With intentional posing, thoughtful guidance, and an understanding of how light shapes and enhances the body, we create images that highlight the natural glow and strength of motherhood.

The best time for maternity photography is between 26–30 weeks, when your baby bump is beautifully defined and you are still comfortable enough to fully enjoy your session. These portraits, as shown in this maternity portfolio, are designed to feel elegant, empowering, and deeply personal—an honest reflection of this fleeting season of anticipation.

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You can’t pose this kind of chemistry.
You can give two people a camera and tell them exactly where to stand.
Or you can give them something to do together and let them forget you’re there.
A little clay. A lot of laughter. A few kisses. And all the little in-between moments that happen when two people are completely comfortable with each other.
That’s the kind of intimacy I love photographing.
Not perfectly manufactured moments. Not a checklist of poses.
Just the two of you, being completely yourselves.

Richmond, VA couples photographer.
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#richmondvaphotographer #virginiaphotographer #couplesphotoshoot

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You can’t pose this kind of chemistry.
You can give two people a camera and tell them exactly where to stand.
Or you can give them something to do together and let them forget you’re there.
A little clay. A lot of laughter. A few kisses. And all the little in-between moments that happen when two people are completely comfortable with each other.
That’s the kind of intimacy I love photographing.
Not perfectly manufactured moments. Not a checklist of poses.
Just the two of you, being completely yourselves.

Richmond, VA couples photographer.
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#richmondvaphotographer #virginiaphotographer #couplesphotoshoot

Your family photos don’t have to look like everyone else’s.

And honestly? I don’t think they should.

Your kids don’t need to sit perfectly still.
You don’t need to know how to pose.
And you definitely don’t need to spend an hour smiling at my camera.

I’ll guide you when you need direction. I’ll step back when the real stuff starts happening.

And yes—we’ll still create beautiful portraits where everyone is looking at the camera.

Because I don’t believe you have to choose between the photographs your parents expect you to have and the photographs that actually feel like your family.

I want you to have both.

Richmond VA family photographer | Fall sessions now booking.
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#richmondvaphotographer #virginiafamilyphotographer #rvafamilyphotographer #richmondfamilyphotographer

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Your family photos don’t have to look like everyone else’s.

And honestly? I don’t think they should.

Your kids don’t need to sit perfectly still.
You don’t need to know how to pose.
And you definitely don’t need to spend an hour smiling at my camera.

I’ll guide you when you need direction. I’ll step back when the real stuff starts happening.

And yes—we’ll still create beautiful portraits where everyone is looking at the camera.

Because I don’t believe you have to choose between the photographs your parents expect you to have and the photographs that actually feel like your family.

I want you to have both.

Richmond VA family photographer | Fall sessions now booking.
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#richmondvaphotographer #virginiafamilyphotographer #rvafamilyphotographer #richmondfamilyphotographer

Hey RVA!- I may not always show the classic newborn poses here… but trust me, I still do them. 😉

As a Richmond, VA newborn photographer, my sessions aren’t just lifestyle and they aren’t just posed.

You get both.

The beautifully posed, timeless portraits like this one AND the genuine, in-between moments that capture your baby and your family exactly as you are.

Because I don’t think you should have to choose.

And honestly? I think your gallery is better for it.

This is the part of my newborn photography that I don’t talk about enough—and one of the things that makes my sessions different.

Classic portraits. Real connection. One session.

🤍 Richmond, VA Newborn Photographer

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Hey RVA!- I may not always show the classic newborn poses here… but trust me, I still do them. 😉

As a Richmond, VA newborn photographer, my sessions aren’t just lifestyle and they aren’t just posed.

You get both.

The beautifully posed, timeless portraits like this one AND the genuine, in-between moments that capture your baby and your family exactly as you are.

Because I don’t think you should have to choose.

And honestly? I think your gallery is better for it.

This is the part of my newborn photography that I don’t talk about enough—and one of the things that makes my sessions different.

Classic portraits. Real connection. One session.

🤍 Richmond, VA Newborn Photographer

Your kids don’t have to sit still for family photos. 🤎
Actually, some of my favorite photographs happen when they don’t.
When they run. When they laugh. When they wiggle. When they stop to pick up a leaf. When they climb into your lap. When they forget I’m even there.
I don’t need your toddler to behave perfectly or your family to spend an hour smiling at my camera.
I want to see your family as you actually are.
Because years from now, I don’t think you’ll miss the perfectly posed photograph nearly as much as you’ll miss the way your little one used to run into your arms, the sound of their laugh, or how tiny they looked holding your hand.
Those are the moments I want to preserve for you.
And yes...I’ll still get the beautiful portraits where everyone is looking at the camera, too. 😉
Fall family sessions are now booking in Richmond, VA.
If you’ve been waiting for your kids to be a little easier, a little calmer, or a little more cooperative before scheduling photos—don’t wait.
They don’t have to be perfect. They just have to be yours. 🤎
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#RichmondVAFamilyPhotographer #rvafamilyphotographer #LifestyleFamilyPhotography #virginiafamilyphotographer #fallfamilyphotos

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Your kids don’t have to sit still for family photos. 🤎
Actually, some of my favorite photographs happen when they don’t.
When they run. When they laugh. When they wiggle. When they stop to pick up a leaf. When they climb into your lap. When they forget I’m even there.
I don’t need your toddler to behave perfectly or your family to spend an hour smiling at my camera.
I want to see your family as you actually are.
Because years from now, I don’t think you’ll miss the perfectly posed photograph nearly as much as you’ll miss the way your little one used to run into your arms, the sound of their laugh, or how tiny they looked holding your hand.
Those are the moments I want to preserve for you.
And yes...I’ll still get the beautiful portraits where everyone is looking at the camera, too. 😉
Fall family sessions are now booking in Richmond, VA.
If you’ve been waiting for your kids to be a little easier, a little calmer, or a little more cooperative before scheduling photos—don’t wait.
They don’t have to be perfect. They just have to be yours. 🤎
.
#RichmondVAFamilyPhotographer #rvafamilyphotographer #LifestyleFamilyPhotography #virginiafamilyphotographer #fallfamilyphotos

Fall family photos are coming, and if you’re anything like most of my families, the first question is probably:
“What are we going to wear?” 😂
The good news? You don’t need everyone in matching outfits or head-to-toe fall colors to have beautiful, cohesive family photos.
I’m a big believer in coordinating instead of matching—mixing soft, earthy colors with different textures and pieces that actually feel like your family.
Think: 🤎 warm browns 🤍 creams 🌿 soft olive 🍂 rust 🩵 muted blue 👖 denim
Then add in a cozy sweater, corduroy, a knit hat, linen, lace, or even a soft blanket to give your images a little more depth and texture.
And because we’re in Richmond, VA, there’s one more thing to consider: the weather. Fall here can mean crisp and beautiful one minute and completely unpredictable the next. Your outfits should be beautiful—but they also need to work with whatever October decides to throw at us. 😉
I put together a complete guide with tips for choosing colors, coordinating everyone, dressing little ones comfortably, what photographs beautifully outdoors, and what to do when Richmond’s fall weather doesn’t cooperate.
Head to the blog on my website, linked in my bio, to read the full guide. 🤎
And if you’re planning your own Richmond VA fall family photos this year, my family photography page is linked there too.

Fall Mini Sessions are linked in my bio as well.
#RichmondVAFamilyPhotographer #RichmondFamilyPhotographer #RichmondVA #FallFamilyPhotos #RichmondPhotographer

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Fall family photos are coming, and if you’re anything like most of my families, the first question is probably:
“What are we going to wear?” 😂
The good news? You don’t need everyone in matching outfits or head-to-toe fall colors to have beautiful, cohesive family photos.
I’m a big believer in coordinating instead of matching—mixing soft, earthy colors with different textures and pieces that actually feel like your family.
Think: 🤎 warm browns 🤍 creams 🌿 soft olive 🍂 rust 🩵 muted blue 👖 denim
Then add in a cozy sweater, corduroy, a knit hat, linen, lace, or even a soft blanket to give your images a little more depth and texture.
And because we’re in Richmond, VA, there’s one more thing to consider: the weather. Fall here can mean crisp and beautiful one minute and completely unpredictable the next. Your outfits should be beautiful—but they also need to work with whatever October decides to throw at us. 😉
I put together a complete guide with tips for choosing colors, coordinating everyone, dressing little ones comfortably, what photographs beautifully outdoors, and what to do when Richmond’s fall weather doesn’t cooperate.
Head to the blog on my website, linked in my bio, to read the full guide. 🤎
And if you’re planning your own Richmond VA fall family photos this year, my family photography page is linked there too.

Fall Mini Sessions are linked in my bio as well.
#RichmondVAFamilyPhotographer #RichmondFamilyPhotographer #RichmondVA #FallFamilyPhotos #RichmondPhotographer

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jen@jenjacobowitz.com
Serving Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico, Glen Allen, Short Pump, Mechanicsville Virginia and surrounding areas

with Maternity, Newborn, Couples & Family Photography.

Studio Sessions by appointment only at 4108 New Hermitage Pl Henrico VA 23228

Available for travel

804-439-2933