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Charlotte
Maternity
Photographer
The Maternity Experience
Melissa Mayrie Photography offers a refined maternity photography experience in Charlotte, North Carolina, blending timeless artistry with thoughtful, full-service care from creative vision to finished artwork.
Maybe you've dreamed of becoming a mother since you were young, or maybe it's an idea you've grown into as an adult. One thing that's for sure is that nothing can prepare you for how incredible it is to be someone's mama. Their caretaker. Their safe space. Their wisdom giver and boundary maker. And the best of all, their best friend.
Each person's journey into motherhood is built through a unique story and yours is no different. Maybe you were one of the 'lucky ones' and pregnancy came easy or maybe your journey came with more trials and tribulations. No matter which path led you to this point, it's a special one. One worth remembering. One worth telling someday.
When you're in the thick of pregnancy, 9 months can seem like an eternity. There’s so much anticipation for this little love yet there's a waiting game at every corner. Waiting to announce, waiting between scans, waiting for the nursery furniture to arrive, waiting the millions of years that seem to be the third trimester. Once your sweet baby is in your arms though, you'll realize 9 months was much too short. You'll miss having them all to yourself and you'll miss the bump that created life. That’s why every mama should capture their story so you can let those feelings come rushing back each time you flip through your album.
Your Journey into motherhood is an experience like no other.
A season of transformation, deserving of being seen and celebrated.
the maternity Experience
Designed to be seen, not stored.
artwork
Heirloom Albums
Framed Prints & Gallery Walls
Portfolio Box
Portfolio Boxes - HEIRLOOM ALBUMS - Framed Prints - Gallery Walls
Rather than limiting galleries, I believe in delivering a complete story — one that offers variety, depth, and choice. Each collection includes a robust digital gallery so that you can experience the details and emotions that define this season in its entirety, without needing to narrow moments down or make difficult decisions.
For those who wish to bring their images into their home, custom artwork and albums are available as a seamless extension of the experience, thoughtfully designed to preserve your story for generations to come.
Wardrobe selections curated to photograph beautifully.
Client Closet
For Mom - For Baby - For Siblings
With over 250 thoughtfully selected pieces for women (XS–3XL) and children (newborn–5T), the client closet is designed to remove the guesswork from getting dressed. Each piece has been carefully chosen for its ability to photograph softly, flatter a range of body types, and complement the timeless, feminine aesthetic reflected throughout my work.
From flowing gowns to delicate children’s pieces, the wardrobe is an intentional extension of the experience — allowing you to arrive feeling confident, comfortable, and beautifully styled. A curated preview of select pieces is available for inspiration, with styling always thoughtfully guided based on the vision for your session.
GALLERY Delivery
Session day
Wardrobe & Session Planning
Your experience begins with a personalized consultation designed to feel clear, calm, and effortless. Once you submit an inquiry, I’ll walk you through the Melissa Mayrie Photography experience, help you select the collection that best fits your needs, and introduce available artwork options so you can begin envisioning how your images may live in your home.
Consultation & Booking
Every session is carefully planned with intention. Using your preferences, I curate wardrobe selections for mothers and children from the client closet, ensuring each piece photographs beautifully and complements the overall artistic vision. Locations are thoughtfully selected as well, allowing you to feel fully prepared without the stress of planning every detail yourself.
Sessions are designed to feel calm, unhurried, and connected. I’ll guide you through gentle posing and natural prompts, creating space for authentic interaction while ensuring everyone looks and feels their best. The result is a balanced collection of refined portraits and organic, joy-filled moments.
Following your session, each image is carefully hand-edited in my signature light and airy style. Your full digital gallery is delivered approximately two to three weeks after your session, giving you the opportunity to relive the experience and see how each moment comes together.
A full-service experience designed with intention and ease.
the Maternity Session Process
Hair & Makeup
Professional hair and makeup services are available to clients who wish to begin their session feeling relaxed and polished. A curated list of trusted artists is provided as part of the planning process, allowing you to arrive ready to be styled and photographed with ease.
Artwork Selections
For clients who wish to bring their images into their home, artwork design is offered as a seamless extension of the experience. From heirloom albums to fine art prints and custom announcements, each piece is thoughtfully designed to reflect your space and preserve this season beautifully.
An experience designed to be both lived and remembered.
Investment Details
Maternity COLLECTIONS
- A fully guided photography session
- Pre-session planning and creative direction
- Use of the natural light studio or choice of outdoor location
- Wardrobe styling for the whole family
- Access to the client closet for mothers and children
- Professional hair and makeup referrals
- A full digital gallery of thoughtfully edited images
- Professional artwork design services
$850
ALL COLLECTIONS INCLUDE:
COLLECTIONS BEGIN AT
$300 due at booking.
The remainder is due prior to your session.
Don't let those new milestones slip away. These bundled sessions will ensure you get all the important stages reserved on the calendar.
First Year Collection
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Appreciate soft, light-filled imagery with a timeless feel
Welcome a thoughtfully guided experience where the details are handled for you
Value the importance of displaying your artwork in your home
Find beauty in quiet connection, gentle moments, and natural interaction
What time of day will we take our photos?
Do you offer family sessions beyond the infant stage?
What's the best timeframe for a maternity session?
How early should I book my newborn session?
This may seem very early, but it's the safest way to ensure you reserve your session on my calendar, and it also allows you to schedule a pregnancy announcement session! I accept a limited number of newborn sessions each month so that I'm able to provide my clients with a seamless experience and flexible scheduling once baby arrives. With that said, babies arrive on their own schedule so sometimes I have last minute openings available. No matter what stage of pregnancy (or post-partum) you're at, it doesn't hurt to reach out and see if I can fit you in. I'd love to serve you!
In your first trimester
MOTHERHOOD faqs
What time of day will we take our photos?
Do you offer family sessions beyond the infant stage?
What's the best timeframe for a maternity session?
How early should I book my newborn session?
MOTHERHOOD faqs
Most mamas prefer scheduling their maternity session in the 28-34 week range, and I personally think 30-32 weeks is the sweet spot. This is when your bump is showing off and you're still feeling like getting glammed up for your session. Of course each person is different and circumstances like carrying multiples or being high risk for an early delivery may alter your timeframe. Just let me know during your inquiry and we'll be sure to schedule at the perfect time for you!
30-32 weeks is best!
What time of day will we take our photos?
Do you offer family sessions beyond the infant stage?
What's the best timeframe for a maternity session?
How early should I book my newborn session?
MOTHERHOOD faqs
Family sessions are scheduled year round either in studio or at one of my favorite outdoor locations. Whether your children are toddlers, elementary school-aged, or too-cool-for-photos teenagers, I'll be sure to make sure everyone has a fun experience - even when I ask them to hug their siblings! Families can book a portrait session that entails personalized planning, client wardrobe, artwork, and my other full-service benefits. I also offer petite sessions twice a year for families who just need a quick portrait update. Be sure to sign up for my newsletter to be notified.
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What time of day will we take our photos?
Do you offer family sessions beyond the infant stage?
What's the best timeframe for a maternity session?
How early should I book my newborn session?
MOTHERHOOD faqs
Ha! But really, we all know there's no catastrophe quite like a toddler who's ready for their nap. Studio sessions and newborn sessions are scheduled between 10am-2pm to allow for the best natural light of the day and outdoor sessions are scheduled about 2 hours before sunset or 2 hours after sunrise to get that soft, pretty light. With that said, please let me know if your little ones would benefit from altering that schedule a bit. I'm happy to accommodate when possible if that means setting us up for a more successful time together.
anytime except nap time
"Melissa photographed both my maternity and newborn sessions, and she absolutely knocked it out of the park every time. I normally hate taking photos and always feel awkward, but she made me feel completely comfortable and truly beautiful. Her photos quickly became my favorites, and I’ll cherish them forever. We will absolutely continue working with her for future family photos, and I can’t recommend her enough!"
KNOCKED IT OUT OF THE PARK
"Melissa creates magic in every session! We did our maternity photos in studio and were blown away by how beautiful they turned out. We did our newborn photos in our home and they are so perfect and precious. I can’t stop staring at them! Melissa made every moment comfortable and easy during the process. She considered my mobility when pregnant and when recovering from c-section. I would highly recommend working with Melissa to anyone!"
BLOWN AWAY
"The best decision I made was booking my maternity session with Melissa Mayrie Photography. I am absolutely in love with me images and I love the way she captured my husband and I with our expecting rainbow baby! If you are torn on who to book with, this is your sign to book with her"
Best Decision
"Melissa was fantastic. We had newborn and family photos taken in a beautiful natural light studio. Melissa is great to work with and her work is 12/10! She managed a fussy baby and a toddler who was … “toddlering” to say the least, haha - and our pictures came out amazing!! We can’t wait to work with her again for more family pictures! Can’t recommend enough - communication, professionalism, and her work"
fantastic
"From start to finish, the experience was absolutely wonderful and the resulting photographs are simply stunning. Overall, I cannot recommend this photographer enough. Her talent and dedication to her craft truly shines through in every image. If you are looking for a photographer to capture the special moments between you and your little one, look no further than this wonderful artist!"
Look No Further
"Melissa creates magic. She has captured the most special moments of my family’s life. I would never hesitate to recommend her to anyone who wants a true professional to create a customized photography experience. Melissa is fast to respond, patient and goes the extra yard to ensure you have the best experience. Not to mention she was beyond kind to our little ones during the entire shoot. They loved her! We can't wait for our next shoot with her."
A True PRofessional
"Melissa is the absolute best! She is sweet and patient, walking us through everything, making us laugh the entire time! And our pictures were amazing. She was truly able to capture everyone’s personalities, and they feel so natural. We’ve had so much fun every time we’ve had a session with Melissa. So thankful for her capturing these phases of lives so beautifully!
Sweet & Patient
"Her work is beyond beautiful and her communication and planning leading up to our session was impeccable. She was so kind and bubbly during our session, I love that she guided us into poses that were comfortable and then let us giggle and interact so the photos were authentically “us”. I’m forever thankful for these moments now frozen in time thanks to Melissa!"
Forever Thankful
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