Bay Area Maternity & Newborn Photographer
Hi! I'm Emily, your San Francisco Bay Area Maternity & Newborn photographer. My mission as your photographer is to help your growing family capture the most precious and exciting moments of your life - your pregnancy and your new baby!
I specialize in connected, authentic, joyful imagery that feels like home. Welcoming a new little being into the world is amazing, and I believe it deserves to be documented at every stage. I aim to take your maternity or newborn photography session beyond perfect poses, to capture soulful heartfelt imagery.
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I'm Emily, your San Francisco Bay Area Maternity & Newborn photographer. My mission as your photographer is to help your growing family capture the most precious and exciting moments of your life. I specialize in connected, authentic, joyful imagery that feels like home. Welcoming a new little being into the world is amazing, and it deserves to be documented at every stage.
You will find that comfort, authentic joy and kindness will be at the core of your session. My approach is all about connection and fun. I want to capture you at your core, which means that nothing will be posed, but everything will be intentional to capture soulful, heartfelt imagery.
The number one thing my clients tell me after a session is that they had fun! You will 100% double over with laughter throughout your session, and undoubtedly you will hear me tell you how absolutely incredible and beautiful you are too! During your session you can expect to connect with your loved ones in close intimate moments, play and laugh a lot, but for sure you will truly breathe in the love and joy of the moment.
Let the joy begin...
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I'm Emily!
— Rachel & Ryan
"Emily made our session feel so natural! We are so grateful for the images she created."
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For Bay Area Families
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Maternity Session, Alameda, CA
I believe:
love is love, to be human is to be kind& human diversity contributes to the depth, variety, and vibrancy of our shared existence.
I bring these values into all of my work.
The Experience: Pricing & Packages
5 Star reviews
From Bay Area Families
"She Captured our
love for each other"
- Arianna V.
Emily is so wonderful! I had an intimate maternity shoot, and she made me feel so comfortable and beautiful. I’m a little awkward when the attention is on me, but she just said made the experience so fun. The pictures are incredible and truly captured the essence of my pregnancy experience. I have such special pictures and I’m so grateful for the experience. She is professional, has such contagious energy, and knows how to capture the moment in a special way.
Maternity Session, Dublin, CA
- Megan & Kenneth
We are so happy with the newborn photos Emily took! She was incredibly kind and patient with us as new parents with our baby. The pictures came out beautiful and we couldn’t wait to put them up all over our house. We are eternally thankful that she captured our family so perfectly. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a photographer!
— Chelsea & Omar
Maternity Session
Sutro Baths, San Francisco
Newborn Session, Martinez, CA
Emily is wonderful to work with and our photos turned out absolutely breathtaking!! During the shoot, Emily's fun and welcoming personality really put us at ease. My husband and I are usually very awkward when taking photos on our own, but the entire time felt like we were all just hanging out and having fun.It was so hard to choose which photos I loved the most- they were all so amazing! I 100% recommend Emily to anyone and everyone I know!”
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what Should we Wear?
Do you have a studio, or do you primarily shoot on-location?
Took book a maternity or newborn session, start by filling out the contact form. After you fill out the form, I will respond with an email and a link to schedule a consult call. I love to connect via a consult call before you book so that we can discuss all of the details of your session and I can answer any additional questions you might have. Once our call is complete I will send your contract & invoice for you to pay your 25% deposit.
How do I book a session?
What is the Best time to Book A Session?
How Many Photos Are INcluded?
We're Super awkward - what kind of guidance do you provide?
what Should we Wear?
Do you have a studio, or do you primarily shoot on-location?
How do I book a session?
I primarily shoot on-location either outdoors for maternity sessions, or in-home for newborn sessions. However, if you are interested in a studio session for either maternity or newborn, I have two studios that I rent out on an hourly basis either in the East Bay or San Francisco. Studio sessions are great if you are interested in an intimate maternity session, or would like a space other than your home for newborn. You can let me know on your inquiry if you are interested in a studio session
What is the Best time to Book A Session?
How Many Photos Are INcluded?
We're Super awkward - what kind of guidance do you provide?
what Should we Wear?
Do you have a studio, or do you primarily shoot on-location?
How do I book a session?
For outdoor sessions think movement My photography style will have you moving around a lot. Make sure to wear something you are comfortable moving in. Flowy skirts or dresses photograph beautifully because we can play with the movement of them. Bringing options for accessories such as hats or jackets. For newborn sessions, think comfort. You deserve to feel the most relaxed and comfortable during your session. Neutrals compliment all skin tones and are the easiest to coordinate too!
What is the Best time to Book A Session?
How Many Photos Are INcluded?
We're Super awkward - what kind of guidance do you provide?
what Should we Wear?
Do you have a studio, or do you primarily shoot on-location?
How do I book a session?
I can't tell you how many times I have heard this! I promise that I am a little awkward in photos too...but my goal for your session is for you to feel relaxed, and the way I help you with that is through some gentle guidance and fun prompts to get all the goodness! It will be magic!!
What is the Best time to Book A Session?
How Many Photos Are INcluded?
We're Super awkward - what kind of guidance do you provide?
what Should we Wear?
Do you have a studio, or do you primarily shoot on-location?
How do I book a session?
I deliver a full gallery of 80+ digital images for every full session. That means if you book my maternity & newborn session package you will get two galleries each 80+ images. I deliver a combination of color and black and white edits, which are all yours to download!
Maternity sessions should be scheduled 1-2 months in advance for when you are at 30-34 weeks. This is when you are likely still very comfortable in your body, but that baby bump is bumpin'. Newborn sessions should be scheduled once you hit your second trimester and the session takes place anytime after baby arrives! I hold your due date on my calendar to ensure space
What is the Best time to Book A Session?
How Many Photos Are INcluded?
We're Super awkward - what kind of guidance do you provide?
what Should we Wear?
Do you have a studio, or do you primarily shoot on-location?
How do I book a session?
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Walnut Creek Oakland San Francisco
Emily Woodall Photography serves mamas looking to celebrate their pregnancy and newborn babies through soulful, intentional and joyfully connected photography.
She collaborates with growing families to make your photography experience full of life.
Emily serves families for maternity & newborn photography across the bay area including the East Bay and San Francisco.
"Emily is so sweet & made me feel confident and beautiful. She made us feel comfortable and coached us in a professional manner. There is never a dull moment when working with Emily either!"
—Emma & Tyler
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