Colorado maternity photos | Black Canyon National Park
This Black Canyon Maternity Session will forever be an epic favorite. There’s something so special about capturing people you love during a big life chapter—and this maternity session with my sweet friends Laressia and Sam at Black Canyon National Park was such a beautiful one.
We had an overcast sky and a little chill in the air, but these two embraced it like champs. Laressia looked absolutely stunning in her deep purple dress—the color popped so perfectly against the moody landscape. The love between these two was obvious in every moment. Sam was so sweet with her the entire time, making sure she was warm, cared for, and feeling her best. You could feel the excitement and calm between them, and I know they’re going to be incredible parents.
We explored two different lookouts within the park and ended up with such a fun mix of photos. Some were wide and dramatic, showing off those bold canyon lines and early mountain snow. Others were closer, softer—focused on the sweet details of this season and that growing belly. It was the perfect combo of emotional and epic.
Black Canyon always delivers, but especially on days like this. The slight dusting of snow on the mountains added the most beautiful texture to the background. I’m so glad we didn’t wait any longer—the timing ended up being just right.
I’ll be honest—I didn’t do maternity photos with my first two pregnancies, and I so wish I had. This season might feel long when you’re in it, but it’s truly fleeting. Your body is doing something incredible, and you deserve to remember it—not just what it looked like, but how it felt.
Colorado maternity photos at locations like the Black Canyon are perfect for mixing natural beauty with those real, tender moments that make your story yours. Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, this season is worth documenting.
Laressia and Sam, I can’t wait to see you step into parenthood. You’re already such a strong team, and your little one is lucky to have you both.
Check out some of my favorite images from this dreamy black canyon maternity session below!
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