maternity portraits by verve

Tiny kicks, growing love, lasting memories.

Because every bump tells a beautiful story

Celebrate your bump and the glow of motherhood with timeless maternity portraits – because every chapter of your journey deserves to be remembered.

Winter Sale

Enjoy a 90 minute photoshoot, refreshments and framed artwork for just $195 in July (valued at $795).

Step into a warm, fun-filled photoshoot at one of our premium studios.

Relax with refreshments, enjoy a cinematic reveal and take home your favourite image framed with our compliments.

Buy before midnight, 31 July to enjoy our winter offer. Your photoshoot can be scheduled for any date that suits – this month or later.

$195

VALUED AT $795

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Let us capture the beauty of yourpregnancy

Relaxed photoshoot

Enjoy a fun, gentle session in our warm, cosy studio – perfect for your growing bump. We follow your lead, with time for breaks, or refreshments on us.

Your private photo reveal

Enjoy a cinematic viewing of your images, where we help you select and design artwork that reflects your unique journey into motherhood.

Stunning framed artwork

Take home your favourite image, beautifully retouched, printed and framed with our compliments¹.

¹ If you choose to buy more, we offer a stunning range of handcrafted artwork and digital collections, with interest-free payment plans available in-studio.

Winter Sale

Enjoy a 90 minute photoshoot, refreshments and framed artwork for just $195 in July (valued at $795).

Your photoshoot can take place after that date, this month or beyond.

$195

VALUED AT $795

¹ If you choose to buy more, we offer a stunning range of handcrafted artwork and digital collections, with interest-free payment plans available in-studio.

Your unforgettable maternity photoshoot experience awaits

capture this special milestone

With a Verve

Experience

its’s a legacy in the making

At Verve Portraits, maternity photography is more than capturing your bump, it’s the beginning of your baby’s story.

Our beautifully crafted imagery honours the strength, beauty, and emotion of this extraordinary chapter in your life.

These aren’t just maternity photos, they are keepsakes your child will one day treasure as part of their life story.

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A moment to slow down and connect

Pregnancy is filled with anticipation, but amidst the planning and change, it’s important to pause.

A Verve maternity photoshoot gives you space to breath, reflect and connect with the new life that’s coming.

It’s not just about stunning portraits, it’s about being present in this powerful moment.

Let us help you celebrate this milestone

From soft silhouettes to radiant expressions, every maternity session is thoughtfully styled and professionally captured to reflect your unique story.

Whether it’s your first pregnancy or your fourth, Verve transforms these moments into meaningful maternity portraits you will treasure for a lifetime.

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Our beautifully appointed studios are based in three stunning locations:

Richmond (VIC), Alexandria (NSW) and Fortitude Valley (QLD).

We offer onsite parking, great coffee, a cosy and warm atmosphere and exceptional photography.

Richmond

2 York St,

Richmond Vic
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Alexandria

Suite 2,
34-36 Ralph St,
Alexandria NSW
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Fortitude Valley

1 James St,

Fortitude valley
qld
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Richmond

2 York Street
Richmond VIC

Alexandria

Suite 2, 34-36 Ralph St
Alexandria NSW

Fortitude Valley

1 James St

Fortitude Valley QLD

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Award winning studio

Proudly recognised by the Australian Photographic Prize, our studio received multiple awards in 2025. These honours reflect our love for what we do and our commitment to creating beautiful, meaningful images that families love forever.

Frequently asked questions

We believe every detail matters - and that includes feeling confident and informed from the very beginning.

Explore our most frequently asked questions to discover what to expect, how to prepare, and how we ensure your Verve experience is nothing short of exceptional.

You’ll enjoy a fun-filled 90-minute maternity photoshoot with refreshments (e.g. tea and coffee). A truly fantastic bonding experience our guests remember forever!

You’ll then enjoy a cinematic viewing of your photoshoot, where you’ll get to choose your favourite image to be beautifully retouched and framed our compliments.

When it comes to the rest of your images, it’s entirely up to you. We offer a wide range of options to choose from including framed artwork and digital collections.

Our artwork range starts from as little as $395 and digital files are sold in collections, ranging from $75 – $199 per image depending on which collection you choose.

Our studios are busy and we are often booked up 6-8 weeks in advance. Here are some tips for booking your session:

  1. Secure the earliest time slot that works for your family and book online today.

  2. Add yourself to our waitlist via the link in the confirmation email you’ll receive after booking.

  3. We’ll work with you to find the time and date that suits you best.

It’s super easy to book online. You simply choose your photoshoot time and day, then pay using our secure checkout.

Choose to pay with Mastercard, Visa, Afterpay, Google Pay, Apple Pay, PayPal Pay in 4, ZIP or Amex. 

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a confirmation email and an online creative profile to complete, which helps you prepare. 

If you’d also like to speak to one of our senior stylists for more guidance, feel free to request this also.

Then it’s photoshoot day! It’s easy to find and park at our luxury studios…so just turn up and be ready to have fun while creating memories that will last a lifetime.

You can book your photoshoot online with Afterpay, PayPal, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Visa, MasterCard and Amex. 

In studio, we offer flexible interest-free payments on our artwork collections and albums.

No, you can choose a later date, e.g. next month. As long as you purchase by the deadline, you’ll benefit from our special offer.

Please note that our baby photoshoots are very popular and book up quickly so if your preferred time and day isn’t available, you can add yourself to our waitlist during the checkout process.

The photoshoot itself will be 90 minutes long.

If you’d like to book a photoshoot for 10+ guests, please contact us to book as we like to extend these photoshoots to three hours.

Our studios can comfortably accommodate up to 9 guests.

If you’d like more people to attend please get in touch with us and we’ll do our absolute best to make it work.

The number of images we take during your photoshoot varies. But we expect to present you with 30 to 40 beautifully retouched images to choose from at your viewing. Any images not included in your package are available to purchase separately if you choose to do so.

Yes – we recommend 2–3 simple outfit options in soft, neutral tones. We’re happy to guide you on what photographs best – please let us know if you’d like a stylist to call you (no extra charge).

 

The whole family – that includes you, siblings, grandparents and even pets (fur babies are part of the family too – please just let us know beforehand if they’re coming along).

Every Verve Experience includes a cinematic viewing of images – this is often our guests’ favourite part of the whole package as they get to see how amazing their photos are in a relaxed setting with refreshments.

Absolutely. Our studios are warm, cosy and calm – the perfect space to relax and feel comfortable during your maternity shoot.

 

We understand that every pregnancy is different, and so is every maternity session.

Our photographers are experienced in flattering angles, soft lighting, and creating a safe, supportive environment so you can feel confident and radiant.

In the very unlikely event you are not 100% thrilled with your photos, we’re proud to offer a ‘Love Your Images’ guarantee, which means you can enjoy a complimentary reshoot with us or receive a refund of your money back.

Our Origins

Verve Portraits was created in 2006, born from a quest to change the landscape of photography within Australia. We wanted to create an immersive experience for families as they stepped inside a Verve studio, making the “experience itself” just as memorable and valuable as the imagery we capture.

Our distinctive style of raw, relaxed and emotive photography ensures the imagery we capture is timeless and becomes more and more valuable as the years pass by.

The Verve Family

Created and run by the McErvale family, Verve Portraits is a very family-centric business. Our creative tribe are an extension of our family and we all share the same passion for documenting families in a truly unique way.

What our guests say

There’s nothing quite like hearing it straight from the people who’ve experienced a photoshoot with us.

These short videos offer a glimpse into the our photoshoot experiences. Take a moment to hear what our guests loved most.

Verve photoshoot testimonial

Haydn & Julie: A grandparent's perspective

Kashka: A mother's perspective

Moz: A father's perspective

Winter Sale

Enjoy a 90 minute photoshoot, refreshments and framed artwork for just $195 in July (valued at $795).

Step into a warm, fun-filled photoshoot at one of our premium studios.

Relax with refreshments, enjoy a cinematic reveal and take home your favourite image framed with our compliments.

Buy before midnight, 31 July to enjoy our winter offer. Your photoshoot can be scheduled for any date that suits – this month or later.

$195

VALUED AT $795

Book a quick discovery call

Schedule a call with our helpful team to explore your maternity photoshoot options or get answers to any questions.

Love it or get a full refund

When you feel calm and comfortable, the most tender, genuine moments will unfold, and that’s exactly what we strive to capture in every maternity photoshoot.

If, for any reason, you’re not completely in love with your images. Our Love Your Images Guarantee gives you the option of a complimentary reshoot or full refund.

Because your peace of mind isn’t just important, it’s promised.

Have a question or ready to book your Verve experience?

We’re here to help. If you’re ready to book, you can do that easily online here. If you’d like to talk to us, please call us on 1300 083 783 or email [email protected] – our friendly team would love to hear from you.

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