Leiden maternity specialist. Shirley-Fay creates relaxed, loving maternity shoots with natural light — at home or a meaningful location. Warm, candid images that celebrate your growing family.
If you’re looking for maternity photography in Leiden and the surrounding area, choosing Shirley‑Fay means working with a true specialist. Trained at the Fotoacademie in Amsterdam and driven by a long-standing love for everything related to little ones, Shirley‑Fay focuses on capturing that special, vulnerable period when your family is growing. Her style is pure, natural and emotive: no forced poses, but spontaneous moments and soft, timeless imagery. Why choose Shirley‑Fay for your maternity shoot? Because she works with warmth and patience. Every session is a relaxed, enjoyable experience — exactly as described on her website: calm and unhurried. Whether you opt for an intimate session at home or a shoot at a favourite outdoor spot in Leiden or the Bollenstreek (bulb region), Shirley‑Fay uses natural light and creative composition to emphasise the beauty of your pregnant body and the connection between you and your partner or family. Her approach is personal and clear: from first contact to the final photographs, she guides you step by step. In advance she discusses ideas and preferences, advises on styling and locations, and ensures you feel comfortable on the day. During the shoot she works quietly, gives gentle direction and leaves room for spontaneous moments — those small touches, smiles and looks that later say so much. She also shows you how she takes the photos and how they appear, so even those who feel nervous in front of the camera quickly relax. As a photographer with a deep affection for families and children, Shirley‑Fay aims to deliver images that will still melt your heart years from now. The photographs are timeless, loving and honest — perfect to one day share with your child and to remember how special those early weeks were. Curious about what a maternity shoot with Shirley‑Fay looks like? Based locally in Leiden, she would be honoured to help capture this unforgettable time. Contact her for a free, no-obligation conversation and discover how she can tell your story in warm, natural images.