The 10 best maternity photoshoot locations in New York City

Maternity shoots are a true one-of-a-kind experience where expert photographers need to direct their time and resources into the emotional and spatial comfort of their subjects much more than other shoots. And in a city which offers all sorts of photoshoot opportunities, selectively picking the locations best suited for maternity photoshoots in New York might be a challenge. But don’t worry, we’ve curated this list with our picks for the top 10 maternity photoshoot locations in New York. Read on to discover these top picks from Giggster.

A rustic, decorated cabin home surrounded by the woods, this listing has a fantastic natural aura. The home sits atop a small hillock and looks incredible photogenic. Inside the home is beautifully decorated with choicy furniture in a natural color palate.

A lakeside craftsman home in NYC belonging to an award winning designer and photographer, this listing is designed to look pretty on camera. The entire space has a lot of vintage reclaimed wood which hides the start-of-the-art mechanical systems in plain sight. The open floor plan, richly decorated interiors and stunning decor choice really make this home stand out from the others and offer it a unique charm and aura that is impossible to find otherwise. The home has a bunch of different features and areas - to know more about these or see more pictures, please follow the link to this property’s listing page.

A beautiful country home with an idyllic, rustic charm that harkens back to a quieter time, this classic ranch home in Carmel Hamlet has spacious grounds and a long gravel driveway leading up to the home. The home has a retro feel with plenty of fireplaces, walkways and landscaped gardens that make the outdoors highly photogenic - even more so when there’s a quaint lake in the background which adds to the natural and earthy energies of the space. If your maternity photoshoot has plenty of outdoor elements, then this listing would be perfect for you.

A resort-style colonial Mediterranean villa in New Jersey, this home looks grand and opulent. Right from stepping in through the double doors and being wowed by the crystal chandelier or heading up and peering through the skylights, there’s an air of sophistication and richness that exudes from the space. The entire home is tastefully decorated and has polished wood and marble floors which really look spectacular on camera as well.

A custom-built colonial home with a manicured front lawn and a charming red door, this listing checks-all-the-boxes in terms of curb appeal and neighbourhood value. The indoor floor plan features exposed beams and wide open floor areas flawlessly combining modern and classic architectural sensibilities. There’s also a magnificent family room with a whitewashed brick fireplace which would look amazing for any maternity photoshoot you might want to conduct here.

There aren’t many better examples of past meets future than this house - which also happens to be a great theme for a maternity photoshoot. Located a short drive from the hustle and bustle of New York City, this stone cottage in the woods boasts of 17” solid stone walls and massive stone fireplaces while also being fully equipped with floodlight security lights, motion-detection cameras, built-in projectors and a SONOS sound system. There’s a lot of French elements and inspirations through the house including an antique French farmhouse table and a Great Room. Light on the budget and steeped in history and antiques, this is a great space for your maternity photoshoot.

A spectacular waterfront view house designed by noted architect Norman Jaffee, this enormous home offers panoramic views of the lush blue ocean with the iconic NYC Skyline making up the horizon. Quite, private and away from the world, this space has a charming, peaceful vibe that looks refreshing and fresh. The entire space looks extremely photogenic and offers breathtaking vistas in every direction ranging from landscaped yards to endless waters, making it fit naturally in photo themes you might have ongoing during your maternity photoshoot.

There’s a certain photo presence about a lighthouse that even a tower does not offer. And when the lighthouse in question is ‘The Little Red Lighthouse’ along the banks of the Hudson, then the photo charm just went up by a factor of a thousand. Set in its own charming spot amidst the busy city, this public space is the perfect staging ground for your maternity photoshoot. Located underneath the George Washington Bridge, this 40-ft high structure is one of the few surviving lighthouses in New York and acts as a gentle reminder of the area’s rich history.

A beautiful colonial home sitting atop the Shawangunk ridge while overlooking the Catskill mountains and the Bear Hill Preserve, this beautiful home offers one of the most Zen experiences in all of NYC. The grounds have charming structures including a three-horse stall barn, charming pergola walkways leading upto a pond, cedar wood covered gazebos, a conservatory space and mature meadows and gardens. This listing offers various sections of the home individually for photoshoots as well, which gives you much more flexibility in terms of a budget. To find out the rate breakdown, or check out more pictures and details, please follow the link to the listing’s own page.

Straight from Disney, this charming castle is everything it claims to be. Richly decorated with intricate artwork and woodwork from ceiling to floor, this is a queen’s home capable of welcoming any new princess and prince into the world. Landscaped gardens, checkerboard floors, vintage, detailed fixtures and furnitures, all while featuring an open floor plan and regal interiors make this a location worth taking a camera to. The perfect venue to stage a high-end maternity photoshoot, you’re certain to snap some incredible pictures here.

That wraps up our list for what we think are the top 10 maternity photoshoot locations in New York City. However this is a personal selection and not an exhaustive collection. If you’re looking for something else which isn’t part of this list, please visit this link to explore our complete collection of locations ideal for a maternity photoshoot in New York City.

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