Maternity Styling & Posing
Create confident, flattering maternity portraits every time
1-2-1 workshop: Michelle White Academy
1-2‑1 in‑studio maternity styling and posing training with Michelle White – learn how to flatter every body shape, guide nervous mums‑to‑be, and build a portfolio you’re proud of.
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Ideal for new and growing photographers who love maternity images but feel unsure how to pose or direct their clients.
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Learn simple, flattering posing flows you can use with every mum‑to‑be, whatever her size, stage of pregnancy, or confidence level.
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Discover how to style your sessions – from wardrobe and fabrics to body language – for timeless, elegant images.
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Build your confidence giving direction, using light and angles so your clients say “I can’t believe that’s me!”.
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Leave with a clear plan and posing guide you can use in your next maternity shoot.
You love the idea of maternity shoots…
but they feel intimidating?
These 1‑1 workshops are designed for photographers who want to offer maternity sessions, but worry about how to pose, style, and confidently direct real women who aren’t models.
Does this sound familiar?
You’re afraid of making clients feel awkward or highlighting areas they’re self‑conscious about.
You have posing ideas in your head, but struggle to translate them into clear, confident direction on the day.
You’re not sure what outfits, fabrics or lighting will flatter different body shapes and bump sizes.
You feel nervous working indoors with studio light and second‑guess your camera settings.
You’d love someone to walk you through a full maternity session, step by step, and show you exactly what to say and do.
If that sounds like you, this 1‑2-1 day will change how you feel about maternity sessions.
We’ll break down a complete maternity session from start to finish, so you have a repeatable process for every client who walks into your studio.
What You'll Learn
Posing & body language -
Core standing poses that flatter curves, highlight the bump, and slim where needed.
Seated and floor poses for soft, intimate images that still feel comfortable and safe.
Hands, feet and face – how to refine the small details that make a huge difference.
How to guide movement (walking, turning, swishing fabrics) so your sessions feel natural, not stiff.
Partner and sibling posing that feels connected and genuine, not cheesy.
Styling & light -
How to plan outfits with your clients: what photographs well, what to avoid, and how to create variety from a small wardrobe.
Using dresses, drapes and fabrics to create shape, flow and drama without overwhelming the client.
Simple lighting set‑ups for elegant, flattering maternity portraits
Using angles and lens choice to flatter every body type and create consistency in your portfolio.
Creating a posing “flow” so you can move smoothly from one look to the next without awkward pauses.
You’ll leave with a clear posing and styling blueprint for your maternity sessions - That you can use in your very next shoot.
imagine this...
Creating images like these from your own workspace! Learn how to make your Maternity Sessions truly unforgettable
You're experience - On The Day!
What your 1‑2-1 workshop day looks like
Your training day is tailored around your current experience, your gear, and the style of maternity images you want to be known for.
9:30 – Welcome & review: coffee, a look around the studio, and a quick review of your current maternity work and goals.
10:00 – Styling & set‑up: we plan looks together, choose outfits, fabrics and accessories, and build simple sets that suit your style.
11:00 – Live maternity session: watch how I greet, pose and direct a real mum‑to‑be, step by step.
Guided practice: you take the lead, posing and directing while I stand beside you, giving prompts, tweaks and encouragement.
Lunch & business chat: we talk pricing, packages and how to position your maternity sessions so they sell.
Afternoon – Posing deep‑dive & editing: we revisit key poses, troubleshoot areas you struggle with, and look at how I cull and edit maternity images.
3:30 – Wrap‑up & action plan: together we create your next‑steps list so you know exactly what to implement first.
There’s no such thing as a silly question – this is a safe, supportive space to practise, make mistakes and get real‑time feedback.
Is this 1-2-1 Maternity workshop right for you?
This day is for photographers who want to feel genuinely confident offering maternity sessions and delivering a consistent, flattering gallery every time.
This is for you if:
You’re a new or early‑stage photographer and want to add maternity sessions to your offerings.
You’ve done a few maternity shoots but relied heavily on socail media research or felt you were “winging it”.
You want to create more refined, high‑end looking images without needing a huge studio or wardrobe.
You learn best in a 1‑2-1, hands‑on environment where everything is tailored to you.
Probably not for you if...
You already feel fully confident with maternity posing, styling and directing clients.
You prefer large group workshops over personalised feedback.
You aren’t ready to practise what you learn and make changes to your sessions in the next few months.
What Other Photographers are saying...
Thank you SO much for the opportunity - it was great to watch you work and I’ve picked up so many tips. I can’t wait to get stuck into the edits!”
Hannah S.
“Learned so much and can’t wait to get home and start capturing some amazing maternity images. thanks michelle you're amazing!”
Victoria. A
What’s included & investment
What’s included in your 1‑2-1 day
This is a complete training experience designed to boost both your technical skills and your confidence working with real maternity clients.
One full day 1‑2-1 maternity training in my studio, 9:30am–3:30pm.
Live maternity session demonstration plus guided practice time for you.
Training on styling, wardrobe planning, fabrics, and creating variety from a small selection of looks.
Posing and directing techniques for mums‑to‑be, plus options for partners and siblings.
Lighting, camera settings and angles designed specifically for flattering maternity portraits.
Editing overview and image critique so you can see exactly how to elevate your current work.
After‑care: a follow‑up email with your posing flow, styling notes, and the chance to send a maternity gallery for feedback within 4 weeks.
Investment: £450 (inc VAT) for a full day 1‑2-1 workshop
A £100 non‑refundable retainer secures your date, with the balance due 7 days before your workshop. Payment plans available on request
Pop your details below and I’ll send over available dates, simple booking options, and answers to any questions you may have. Places are limited each month to keep every workshop truly 1-2‑1 and focused on you.
If you’re ready to stop doubting yourself and start shooting mums-to-be with confidence, I’d love to welcome you into the studio.