Planning a golden hour maternity session in Richmond VA? You’re not alone—and this one was extra special. It was my third time photographing this beautiful mama in just eight months, and each session has marked a meaningful chapter in her story. We met first on my Christmas tree farm for holiday minis, then again on a quiet winter day for her New Year’s pregnancy announcement. Now, just three weeks before she meets her second son, we came together again for something timeless.
We chose Historic Tuckahoe for this golden hour maternity session in Richmond VA, and it couldn’t have been more perfect. The light just before sunset was soft and dreamy, and the historic estate provided a peaceful backdrop that allowed everything else to melt away. This location always feels grounding and celebratory—exactly the tone we wanted for this season of anticipation.
Watching her move with confidence, strength, and grace—carrying not just her baby, but the layered joy of motherhood—was incredibly powerful. There’s something so emotional about photographing someone over time. I see her story unfold in chapters, and with each one, she becomes even more herself.
This maternity session felt like a celebration of everything that’s come before and everything that’s just ahead. The soft light, the calm energy, and the space to reflect created something truly meaningful. These images hold space for transition, beauty, and the quiet strength of motherhood.
Planning a maternity session in Richmond, Charlottesville, or the surrounding countryside? I’d be honored to help you celebrate this season with timeless, heartfelt portraits that reflect the beauty of your growing family.
📍 Historic Tuckahoe, Richmond VA
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Erica Harrison is a Northern Virginia Photographer, living in Charlottesville while photographing wedding and families in Old Town Alexandria, Washington D.C., Fairfax, & Leesburg.