Seattle Cherry Blossom Mini-Sessions

Early spring maternity and family photo shoots at the magnificently picturesque Washington Park Arboretum

Seattle spring maternity photo shoot, pregnant mom and dad playing with their toddler with blooming cherry blossoms around them

Every year, after a long and rainy winter, I am so excited to offer the cherry blossom family and maternity mini-sessions at the magnificently picturesque Washington Park Arboretum.

Conveniently located between Seattle and Bellevue, the Arboretum is a great place to have fun and enjoy the blooming park while I photograph your family.

Session Includes

20-min Shooting Time • 10 Hand-Edited Digital Images • 7-Day Turnaround • Detailed Pre Guide • Online Styling Service

$450+tax

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Limited availability

Sample Photos

Spring family photo shoot in Seattle, family playing under a cherry blossom tree at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, a smiling baby girl under a cherry blossom tree at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring family photo shoot in Seattle, mom lifting her toddler daughter to touch a flower on a cherry blossom tree at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, a toddler girl looking at blooming flowers, standing under a cherry blossom tree

Spring family photo shoot in Seattle, family posing under a cherry blossom tree at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, a young girl wearing a floral dress, standing under a cherry blossom tree

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, smiling girl with cherry blossoms in the background

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, three sisters sitting under a cherry blossom tree

Spring family photo shoot in Seattle, happy mom playing with her baby boy with beautiful cherry blossom trees behind them

Spring family photo shoot in Seattle, mom, dad, and baby boy posing with beautiful cherry blossom trees behind them

Seattle child photo shoot during spring at Washington Park Arboretum

A family photo shoot during spring at Washington Park Arboretum, mom and dad holding their toddler

Seattle spring family photo shoot at Washington Park Arboretum

Seattle spring family photo shoot, mom holding her toddler son in her arms and kissing him, standing under a blooming tree

Seattle spring family photo shoot, parents with two young children playing next to a blooming tree

Seattle spring family photo shoot, parents with two young children posing next to a blooming tree

Seattle spring family photo shoot, mom playing with her toddler girl under cherry blossoms

Seattle spring children photo shoot, smiling toddler girl sitting under cherry blossoms

Seattle spring children photo shoot, toddler girl sitting under cherry blossoms

Seattle spring family sessions, mom and dad playing with their daughter under cherry blossoms

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, young boy smiling and holding a cherry blossom flower at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, young boy and his younger sister sitting under a cherry blossom tree at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring family photo shoot in Seattle, dad playing with his daughter cherry with cherry blossom trees in the background at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring family photos in Seattle, pregnant mom, dad and toddler posing under beautiful cherry blossom trees at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring maternity photos in Seattle, pregnant woman with her husband and toddler playing under beautiful cherry blossom trees at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring maternity photos in Seattle, pregnant woman with her husband posing under beautiful cherry blossom trees at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring maternity photos in Seattle, pregnant woman posing under beautiful cherry blossom trees at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring family photos in Seattle, dad kissing his son under beautiful cherry blossom trees at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring family photos in Seattle, mom playing with her toddler son under beautiful cherry blossom trees at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring children photos in Seattle, toddler boy under beautiful cherry blossom trees at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring family photos in Seattle, dad playing with his toddler son under beautiful cherry blossom trees at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, a toddler girl standing under a cherry blossom tree playing with a branch

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, a smiling toddler girl, standing under a cherry blossom tree

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, a young girl wearing a blue dress, standing under a cherry blossom tree

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, a toddler girl sitting in a chair under a cherry blossom tree

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, a young girl wearing a floral dress, standing under a cherry blossom tree smelling a flower

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, a young girl wearing a floral dress, sitting in a cherry blossom tree

Seattle spring family photo shoot, smiling mom holding her daughter, with cherry blossom trees in the background

Seattle spring children photo shoot, toddler boy holding on to a branch of a tree blooming with cherry blossoms

Spring family photo shoot in Seattle, mom hugging her toddler with beautiful blooming flowers in the background

Spring family photo shoot in Seattle, family posing for a portrait with beautiful blooming flowers in the background

Spring family photo shoot in Seattle, mom, dad and two sons posing for a portrait with beautiful cherry blossoms in the background

Spring family photo shoot in Seattle, dad playing with his two sons at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring family photo shoot in Seattle, smiling dad holding his toddler son in his arms at Washington Park Arboretum

Spring children photo shoot in Seattle, older brother kissing his toddler brother at Washington Park Arboretum

Seattle family photo shoot in the spring, mom and dad playing with their two sons with a stunning cherry blossom tree in the background

Mom holding her son in her arms and lovingly kissing him while her husband is holding their other son in his arms in the background

Two small cute brothers sitting on a blanket at a park in Seattle, WA

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Convenient, beautiful location. Easy, enjoyable process. Guided session. Prep and styling guides.

FAQs

What happens if it rains?

If it rains, I will work with you to reschedule your session. If we cannot find a date that works for you, I will refund your deposit.

If you have a flexible schedule, we can wait until the morning of your session to decide if we will proceed with it or reschedule. The weather forecast can be unreliable, so if your family is willing, we can still show up to the session. If we get rained out, we reschedule, and you will not lose your deposit. With this approach, I can shoot most of the time.

Alternatively, you can choose to convert your deposit into credit toward future sessions.

When is the best time to have a maternity session?

The ideal time for your maternity shoot is when you are between 28 and 32 weeks pregnant, but I am happy to work around your schedule.

I recommend booking a month in advance to give you time to prepare.

What is the best way to dress for our session?

Upon completing your booking, you will receive an email with prep info and tips, including the outfit inspiration guide and online styling service, to help you look your best for the session.

Do you provide a client wardrobe for a maternity session?

At this time, I do not offer a client wardrobe. However, once you book your session, I will send you a prep guide with recommendations on where you can rent or purchase high-quality gowns.

Can we do an outfit change during our session?

Sure, as long as you don’t mind changing in nature.

An outfit change is typically requested by moms who want a few fancy shots in a maternity gown that are a bit more “posed” and the rest of the shots in more casual clothes with natural guided posing.

If you want to accomplish this, I’d recommend booking the Deluxe Session. If you’re booking a Mini-Session, there will not be enough time for an outfit change.

What if my kid doesn’t cooperate?

If your kiddo is not cooperating – don’t worry (because they will feel that). I will follow their lead and do my best to capture happy moments.

There will never be any pressure to look into the camera to smile. I have plenty of tricks to help get your kiddos engaged and interested, so 99% of the time, I can get you plenty of shots. (And for that 1% – we will work together to do our best.)

We are not good at taking pictures; will you guide us?

Honestly, I'm not natural in front of the camera either, so I understand. I will guide, queue, and direct you the entire time, so you don't have to worry about a thing.

Can pets join the session?

Of course! Pets are so fun to include in the photos. When booking, please let me know if pets will be joining and what kind of pets.

After we do a few shots with the pet during the session, you'll need to prepare in advance how to keep the pet safe while we work on the photos without the pet.

Can I buy additional images?

A Mini-Session includes 10 hand-edited images, while a Deluxe Session includes 20. If you would like to purchase additional hand-edited photos, they are available for $20 each. Information on purchasing additional images will be included with your online proof gallery.

In addition, a full-gallery upgrade is available for $200. It includes all the images in your proof gallery with a standard color edit (as they appear in your proofs gallery, no hand-edit). Photos will be in full print resolution with print rights.

(Also, see the next question for more information about the difference between hand editing and color editing.)

Color edit vs. hand-edit: what’s the difference?

Color editing includes an overall color adjustment to make the photos appear brighter, more colorful, and properly exposed.

In addition to the color edit, hand-editing includes basic skin smoothing, removal of blemishes, bruises, and a few fly-aways, and more detailed color adjustments.

When and how do I pay?

Payments are made by credit card. A $100 deposit is required to book your session.

The remaining balance is due at the time of the session. An invoice reminder will be emailed to you a day before your session. The proof gallery is delivered after the payment is made in full.

When and how will I get my images?

You will receive your online proof gallery a few days after your session. You will have seven days to pick your images for the hand-edit. Seven days after you submit your selections, your hand-edited images will be delivered via a separate online gallery.

If you are purchasing the full gallery upgrade, you will receive the download link within 48 hours of payment.

Can I buy your session as a gift?

Absolutely. My popular services can be purchased as a perfect gift for any occasion, like baby showers, Mother’s Day, birthdays, and Christmas.

The entire process is straightforward and is sure to delight the recipient. Learn how it works here.

See What My Clients Are Saying

Mom, dad with two grown kids walking up the stairs at Kirkland, WA marina

Juanita B.

We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Lana was truly amazing in every way. Very professional, creative, experienced, efficient and a real delight to work with. Our goal of a perfect family picture in our favorite setting turned out so beautiful and exceeded our expectations.

Juanita B.

Dad tickling his son with mom smiling nearby and Christmas tree in the background

Maureen W.

Lana is responsive and really works with you to make sure the details of your session are perfect leading up to the day. She makes the photo sessions fun and somehow always manages to capture amazing shots, even with toddlers. She captures moments that are natural and effortless, which makes everyone look good.

Maureen W.

Mom and dad playing with their two kids in the park during fall evening

Sally K.

Simply put, Lana is amazing! She sent us a lot of helpful information on how to choose outfits and what to expect on the day of the photoshoot. Our kids were less than cooperative, and Lana still managed to get so many great shots. We just enjoyed our time with her!

Sally K.

Mom, dad, and young daughter playing joyfully in a field during sunset

Aly M.

Lana provided the best experience I’ve ever had with a photographer. She photographed my family for my maternity photos and newborn photos and they came out perfect. Lana really put us at ease and made each session an enjoyable experience. There were so many beautiful photos.

Aly M.

Mom, dad, with son and daughter posing in a lavender field during stunning sunset

Camie B.

My husband and I both really enjoyed meeting and working with Lana. She was easy going, friendly, and great with our kiddos! We look forward to using her again in the future.