CAIRNS • PORT DOUGLAS • TOWNSVILLE
CAIRNS • PORT DOUGLAS
Pregnancy is a moment worth remembering forever.
Land, underwater, or both. A maternity session designed entirely around you, your body, and what feels right for this moment.
Choose your experience
Land, underwater, or both.
Every session includes a relaxed in-person image reveal after your shoot, where you choose the images and products you love. There are no packages and no pressure
LAND
$290
Includes $400 product credit
A beautiful, timeless maternity session in a curated outdoor setting. Natural light, flowing fabrics, and the warmth of a session that moves at your pace.
- One dedicated land session, approximately 1 hour
- $400 credit to spend on prints, wall art, or digital images
- Full planning consultation beforehand
- Professional editing of all your images
* Session fee does not include images. Images are selected and purchased at your reveal appointment.
LAND & UNDERWATER
$490
Includes $100 product credit
The complete maternity experience across two separate days. One beautiful land session and one underwater session, giving you the full range of what is possible.
- Two sessions on two separate days
- Day one: land session, approximately 1 hour
- Day two: underwater session, 2 to 3 hours
- $100 credit to spend on prints, wall art, or digital images
- One combined in-person image reveal after both sessions
- Full planning consultation for both experiences
* Session fee does not include images. Images are selected and purchased at your reveal appointment.
UNDERWATER
$390
Includes $100 product credit
The signature experience. This is for the woman who wants a unique experience. The water creates a weightless environment that lets you relax and move in a way that is freeing and captures your creativity in a way that nothing on land can replicate.
- One dedicated underwater session, 2 to 3 hours
- Heated private pool reserved exclusively for you
- $100 credit to spend on prints, wall art, or digital images
- Wardrobe provided, or bring your own
- Your personalized design consultation
* Session fee does not include images. Images are selected and purchased at your reveal appointment.
For the woman who wants something different
Pregnancy is a powerful
and beautiful moment.
Underwater, you move differently. Your body relaxes. The bump you have been carrying for months becomes something that looks effortless and extraordinary on camera. It is one of the most unique ways to celebrate this time.
On land, the warmth of natural light and the connection between you and the camera creates images that are timeless and intimate. The two experiences are completely different, and both are entirely beautiful.
Why underwater
The water creates a weightless freedom.
Underwater maternity is unlike anything you will experience in front of a camera. The water makes your body feel completely weightless. There is no gravity, no pressure, no self-consciousness. Just you, the water, and the most extraordinary portrait of this moment in your life.
Your bump is celebrated, not hidden. The fabrics move around you in a way that looks genuinely magical. And you will feel it as much as you will see it in the images.
You do not need to be a strong swimmer. You do not need to hold your breath for long. I guide you through everything. I have photographed women who were afraid of the water who left saying they would do it again.
A LOOK INSIDE THE SESSIONS
Every maternity session is completely unique.
What To Expect
What happens during your maternity photoshoot
01
Secure your date
Your session fee secures your date and covers all planning, preparation, and your time with me during your photoshoot. You will receive a contract, planning questionnaire, and all the guidance you need to prepare.
02
Your design consultation
Before your session we chat about your vision, what you want to wear, fabrics you love, and anything that makes you nervous. Nothing is a surprise on the day.
03
I guide you through every moment
I am with you the entire time, directing every movement. You never have to figure it out alone. For underwater sessions, I am in the water beside you throughout.
04
The pool is heated and private
For underwater sessions, the pool is reserved exclusively for you. My assistant and I are both first aid and CPR certified. Your safety is everything.
05
Your in-person image reveal
After your session, we meet for a relaxed reveal where you see your images for the first time, choose your favorites, and select the prints or digital files you love. No pressure, no packages.
Duration
1 to 3 hours
Best time
28 to 34 weeks
Location
Portsmith, Cairns (underwater)
What to bring
Towel, water, outfits
Partners & siblings
Welcome. Plan it in advance.
COMMON QUESTIONS
I was nervous too.
Here is what to know.
- You do not need to be a strong swimmer or hold your breath for long. We start in the shallow end where you can stand, and I only need a few seconds underwater to take your photo.
- You can bring your partner, your other children, or come alone. Sessions are entirely tailored to you.
- I provide flowing fabrics, wardrobe and props, or you are welcome to bring your own.
- I have photographed women who were afraid of the water. They left saying they would do it again.
- Your session is private. No one else is in the pool. It is just you, me, and my assistant.
- Flexible payment plans are available to make the investment as easy as possible.
What clients say
Real women. Real experiences.
★★★★★
“Absolutely amazed by Angelina’s talent. I had my maternity shoot at 33 weeks and I felt super comfortable and safe in the water and not rushed. I just received the pictures and they are incredible. A lot of my friends have mentioned they have never seen maternity photos like this before.”
Vanessa Mross — Underwater Maternity
★★★★★
“Unforgettable maternity shoot on the Great Barrier Reef. Angelina made the whole experience relaxed and special, and the scenery was absolutely breathtaking. The photos turned out stunning. A once-in-a-lifetime experience I will cherish forever.”
Kristy Lee — Underwater Maternity
★★★★★
“Angelina was super patient with my inability to stay underwater for long. It was actually a really fun experience and I am glad I have some lovely images to capture my pregnant belly.”
Sarah Nolen — Underwater Maternity
★★★★★
“I recently did a couples maternity underwater shoot with Angelina. She is professional and patient. The results are amazing. We love our photos.”
Min Xu — Underwater Maternity
Questions
Everything you need to know.
If your question is not here, send me a message. I am always happy to talk through any concerns before you book.
Do I need to be a strong swimmer?
Not at all. Many of my clients are not experienced swimmers. The pool has a 1.3m shallow end and a 3.5m dive pit, so we can work at a depth you feel safe in. I’ll guide you through breathing techniques and gentle underwater movement to ensure you feel comfortable.
Children must be comfortable in the water and be supervised by a parent at all times.
How long do I need to hold my breath?
As long as you can. Only a few seconds at a time is necessary to get a beautiful photo. Together, we will practice breathing techniques at a pace that suits you. The aim is to make you feel calm and at ease. This will help produce natural-looking and effortless portraits.
When in my pregnancy is best for an underwater maternity shoot?
I recommend booking your maternity session between 28–36 weeks of pregnancy. This ensures your bump is beautifully defined while you still have the energy to enjoy the experience.
Can my partner or other children join?
Absolutely. Some of the most beautiful maternity images I have taken include partners and siblings. We just plan it in advance so the session flows well for everyone.
What do I wear?
Bright colors and flowy fabrics look amazing underwater! For pregnancy shoots any outfit that highlights your baby bump will work. I have a selection of dresses, skirts, and fabrics available for you to wear, but you’re also welcome to bring your own outfits if you prefer.
I am partnered with Mama Rentals and can offer you a 10% discount for all women’s gown hire. View their collection of gowns here. Once you have booked your shoot, I will send you your unique code to receive 10% off your gown from Mama Rentals.
I also shoot nudes, implied nudes, and boudoirs if that is what you desire.
How do you keep underwater maternity sessions safe?
Your safety is my highest priority. All Cairns underwater maternity photoshoots are conducted in a private, heated pool unless otherwise arranged. I always have a trained safety swimmer in the water with us and oxygen on site, though we have never needed to use it. I work at your pace, with plenty of breaks, so you can feel completely comfortable and confident throughout your session.
Can you do an underwater maternity photoshoot in the ocean?
Due to safety and seasonal conditions in Far North Queensland, I only offer ocean maternity shoots during winter (June to October). From November to May, we are in stinger season, and certain jellyfish species can be dangerous for pregnant women.
We cannot shoot from the beach because crocodiles inhabit FNQ waters.
How do I book?
Send me a message below. A $390 session fee secures your date. You will receive a contract, a planning questionnaire, and reminders to keep everything on track.
Ready when you are
Let’s celebrate
this moment
together.
Tell me a little about where you are in your pregnancy
and what you are imagining. I will take care of everything else.
- angelina@angelinapilarinos.com
- 0455 736 349
- Cairns, Far North Queensland
- Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
“This moment deserves to be remembered.”
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