Rachel Ludwig Photography

I was so excited when Marietta booked a Belly to Baby package. There’s something extra special about the journey to parenthood and the birth of a family. It’s such an amazing, miraculous and life changing time in a couple’s life, and I’m always honored to be asked to capture a part of that journey. I really wanted this to reflect that time and capture these last few days of just the two of them.

Marietta & Jake also happen to live on this amazing piece of property that is home to a horse show park with so many great shooting locations. Add to that the most fun and amazing laugh ever (Marietta), one very calm but excited father to be (Jake), an adorable dog (Jack) and beautiful evening light…together they made for an amazing PhotoSession.

Thanks again you two. I know you’re going to make wonderful parents. I can’t wait to meet your new little bundle of joy!

Here are a few of my favorites:

I’m really loving the American Gothic poses right now. I’m thinking of doing one of these every session and making a little album of them or something. Just for fun.

We had to get the horses in on the action too. Fortunately they cooperated. As soon as they saw the dog Jack they came right on over.

Doesn’t she look amazing? I can’t believe she’s 9 months pregnant.

Jake and Jack, are kind of similar names, wouldn’t you agree? Right before this picture I completely embarassed myself by slapping my leg and calling for the dog by calling him Jake instead of Jack. Oops! Sorry Jake!

Here’s Marietta’s wonderful laugh in action