Golden Hour Maternity Session at Thomas Farm Preserve | Athens, GA Maternity Photographer


As a maternity photographer in the Athens and Watkinsville area, there's nothing more rewarding than capturing the beautiful glow of an expectant mother surrounded by her loved ones. This recent session at Thomas Farm Preserve in Watkinsville, GA was the perfect blend of warmth, love, and golden hour magic.


This sweet family is preparing to welcome baby number two, and their excitement radiated through every frame. With the early spring trees just starting to bloom and soft light filtering through the branches, the setting couldn’t have been more perfect. Mom looked absolutely stunning in a flowing white floral dress that highlighted her bump beautifully, while Dad and big brother brought all the playful energy.


One of my favorite moments was when little brother giggled as Mom and Dad swung him between them — a joyful, unposed moment that really tells the story of their growing family. These are the kinds of candid memories I love to freeze in time.


Why Thomas Farm Preserve is one of my favorite spots for maternity photography:

Located just minutes from Athens, GA, this peaceful open space offers scenic walking trails, tall grass fields, and warm natural light — an ideal backdrop for lifestyle sessions. It’s especially gorgeous during golden hour, giving images that dreamy, sun-kissed glow.


If you're expecting and looking for a maternity photographer in Athens, Bogart, Madison, Monroe, Statham or Watkinsville, Georgia, I'd love to help you capture this special chapter of your story in a natural and meaningful way.


📍 Session Location: Thomas Farm Preserve, Watkinsville, GA

📷 Photographer: Ansley Howe Photography

✨ Style: Bright, airy, and natural lifestyle maternity photography


Little boy holding mommy's belly with his soon-to-be brother during a maternity session in Watkinsville, GA. Athens GA family photographer
Sweet moment with toddler boy on his daddy's shoulders during a family session in Athens, Georgia - family photographer
Sweet moment with toddler boy on his dad's shoulders while giving his mom a flower during a family session in Athens Georgia - photographer
Mom and dad swinging little son during family session at Thomas Farm Preserve in Watkinsville, GA - Athens Georgia photographer
Sweet moment with mom and little son during a family photography session in Athens GA - photographer
Sweet moment with mom and little son during a family photography session at Thomas Farm Preserve in Watkinsville - Athens GA photographer
Mom and dad watching son play during a family session at Thomas Farm Preserve in Watkinsville, GA - Athens family photographer
Mom and dad playing and swiging son around during family session at Thomas Farm Preserve - Athens GA family photographer
Portrait of a cute little boy during a family session at Thomas Farm Preserve in Watkinsville, GA - Athens family photographer
Mom and dad posing with little son during maternity session at Thomas Farm Preserve - Athens GA family photographer
Sweet moment of son hugging his mom during a maternity session at Thomas Farm Preserve in Watkinsville GA - Athens family photographer
Mom and dad kissing little son during a family maternity session in Watkinsville GA - Athens Georgia family photograher
Sweet little boy running during a family session in Athens, Georgia - Athens, GA family photographer
Mom swinging her dress and holding her bump with sunset in back during a maternity session at Thomas Farm Preserve in Watkinsville Georgia.
Mommy & Me session in a field at sunset in Athens, GA.