THE experience
At Candace Howe Studios, we specialize in a luxurious, full-service photography experience in New York City for expectant mothers, families, and legacy portraits. From styling to final artwork, we guide you step-by-step so you walk away with heirloom images you’ll treasure forever
Pregnancy is such a special and powerful time for a woman and her family Our mission is to capture that strength in timeless, elegant images. Every session is a bespoke experience, tailored to celebrate your family’s growing legacy. We will design a photoshoot complete with professional makeup, wardrobe consultation, styled set, and fine art prints to celebrate this special chapter in your story. Your portraits will become the artwork on your walls, the heirlooms in your home, and the images your family treasures for generations.
As New York City’s trusted maternity portrait studio you come to when you want the very best and a tailored session to celebrate your family’s growing legacy. Whether you are celebrating the joys of pregnancy, family milestones, or simply celebrating life, we will work together to create a session that captures this once in a lifetime moment forever.
meet candace
Hi, I’m Candace and I am a portrait photographer based in Brooklyn, New York. My passion for maternity + family photography stems from my own joy of being a mother.
Celebrating the power and elegant strength and beauty of Motherhood is my super power! Recently, my own life reminded me just how vital these legacy portraits truly are. After taking time away to care for my parents and navigate the loss of my father, I have returned to the studio with an even deeper conviction: Life moves fast, but a portrait allows us to hold on forever.
I am honored to help you document your family’s life story with the grace and excellence it deserves.Our luxury portrait experience is curated to celebrate, empower and pamper the whole woman along her incredible journey and create a classic and timeless collection of your family’s life story.
Luxury Portraits for Life’s Defining Chapters
Your Maternity Photography Journey
Six seamless steps from consultation to cherished heirlooms
Design Consultation
After Booking
Plan every detail together—wardrobe, styling, and your vision.
- Choose from our curated wardrobe collection
- Discuss backdrop colors and lighting mood
- Plan solo, couples, or family portraits
- Receive detailed Session Guide with prep tips
- Schedule your ideal session time (28-36 weeks)
Professional Makeup
30-45 Minutes
Relax while our expert creates your camera-ready look.
- Professional makeup application (included in session)
- Natural, glowing finish that photographs beautifully
- Final wardrobe selection from our designer collection
- Comfortable lounge area for partners and children
- Stress-free preparation in our private studio
Guided Session
60-75 Minutes
Expert direction through every pose and expression.
- Expert posing direction throughout your session
- 2-4 wardrobe changes for beautiful variety
- Silk drapes, designer gowns, and specialty fabrics
- Solo maternity portraits showcasing your beauty
- Optional family portraits with partner and children
- Timeless, classic photography style
Online Gallery
Within 1 Week
Browse your proof gallery and select your favorites.
- Password-protected gallery access
- Professionally edited preview images
- Viewable on any device (phone, tablet, computer)
- Shareable with family and friends
- Easy side-by-side comparison tools
- No pressure—select your favorites on your timeline
Artistic Retouching
2-3 Weeks
Natural, refined editing with our signature style.
- Professional retouching of all selected images
- Natural editing that enhances without over-editing
- Fine detail attention to skin tone and color harmony
- Timeless, heirloom-quality artistic finishing
- Multiple rounds of adjustments to your preferences
Heirloom Prints
2-3 Weeks
Museum-quality prints ready to display and treasure.
- Fine art archival prints (matted and ready to frame)
- Gallery-wrapped canvas (ready to hang)
- Custom framed wall art options
- Luxury Italian leather-bound albums
- Birth announcement cards available
- Professional color correction and archival quality
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Contact us today to reserve your maternity photography session at our Brooklyn studio.
Weekend dates fill quickly—we recommend booking 8-10 weeks in advance.
A ONCE IN A LIFTIME EXPERIENCE FOREVER
time stands still in these moments of glorious wait
"Mothers and their children are in a category all their own. There's no bond so strong in the entire world. No Love so instantaneous and forgiving"
Candace Howe Studios is not only New York City’s top maternity studio, we also specialize in capturing timeless and powerful family portraits complete with legacy prints for your family to cherish for generations. Combined with genuine love for telling a family’s story, expertise in portrait photography and styling, we strive to provide a genuine and luxurious experience for every member of the family to enjoy together. Let’s capture your family’s next chapter together.
