Pregnancy, without question, is one of the most important and transformative seasons in a woman’s life. While there are beautiful perks like glowing skin, fuller hair, and a growing baby bump, there are also challenges: swollen ankles, stretch marks, skin pigmentation, and the emotional rollercoaster that often comes with it. Because of this, many expectant moms wonder if it’s really the right time to be photographed.
           If you don’t feel like you’re “glowing” every day, that is exactly why maternity photos are so meaningful. You still deserve to be seen, celebrated, and remembered beautifully. I promise you an uplifting, supportive experience at Liliya Lubenkova Portraits and images you will treasure for years to come.
            Your session begins with professional hair and makeup. My talented makeup artist will enhance your natural beauty and gently minimize any skin concerns. From there, I use studio lighting, angles, and posing techniques to highlight your most flattering features and create elegant, powerful portraits. As a final step, Photoshop is used in post-production to refine small details and polish your images.

             Let’s talk about editing ❤️
What is too much? Where is the line between “not enough” and “too much”? For me, that line is always defined by you.

             My standard retouching includes removing temporary skin imperfections, softening texture, and creating a fresh, luminous look. Some clients love a more polished, magazine-style finish with glowing skin. Others prefer a natural approach, choosing to keep stretch marks, veins, or fine lines untouched. Both are beautiful. Both are valid.

           Your images should reflect how you see yourself and how you want to remember this chapter of your life.

If you’ve been hesitating about booking a maternity session because you don’t feel “perfect,” this is your sign. You don’t need to change anything about yourself to be worthy of beautiful photographs. You already are.

            ✨ Ready to celebrate your pregnancy in a powerful, elegant, and unforgettable way?
Send me a message to info@liliyalubenkova.ca or text to 604-880-6033 to book your maternity session and let’s create something truly magical together.