Updated October 13, 2026
The Louvre is one of the most elegant places in Paris for a maternity photoshoot: pale stone courtyards, the glass pyramid, and room for a long dress to flow. As a Paris photographer, I photographed Chloé and Caleb there just before Christmas, and they win the most adorable couple award.
What You’ll Find in This Blog:
Why Chloé and Caleb Win the Most Adorable Couple Award
Reasons why the most adorable couple award goes to to Chloe and Caleb:
- They met at summer camp as counselors (straight out of a movie, right?)
- They literally cannot talk about each other without huge smiles. We spent about 45 minutes together and THE. WHOLE. TIME. they were giggling with each other. They are pure joy.
- “Yes, my smile is actually this cheesy” – Caleb (Ummmm, how can you not want to be someone’s friend when they smile with their whole soul??)
A Maternity Session at the Louvre
I met Chloe on instagram, she’s a NYC blogger and every single post makes you feel happy. Seriously, if you want a ray of sunlight just check out her blog and instagram. Finally after years of being online friends we got to meet in Paris just before Christmas (yay!!) and I couldn’t feel more honored to photograph these special moments for this soon to be family of 3.
I can’t deal with how sweet this last portrait is… AND IT’S NOT STAGED! Literally they were walking away for a shot and then he did this.
My heart…
From Photoshoot to Gallery Wall
Gallery wall inspiration for their hallway: three 16x24in art canvases.
See more ideas on our artwork page.
Expecting, and coming to Paris?
A mini session of 30 to 45 minutes is all it takes. Maternity sessions with our English-speaking team start at €150.
Or first see how a Paris photoshoot with us works.
What to Wear for a Maternity Photoshoot at the Louvre
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Chloé wore a long, fitted red maternity dress from Sew Trendy Accessories, and Caleb wore a navy suit. A single bold color against the pale stone of the Louvre is striking. For more ideas, read our what to wear guide and see my favorite pieces on ShopMy.
Chloé’s blog is called Beyond Blessed. More maternity inspiration: romantic babymoon ideas in Paris and a coffee shop maternity photoshoot in the Marais.
Louvre Maternity Photoshoot Questions
Yes. This session was photographed in the Louvre courtyards and in front of the pyramid, in the morning when it is quiet.
This one took about 45 minutes. Our mini sessions run 30 to 45 minutes in one neighborhood.
A long, fitted dress in a bold color photographs beautifully. Chloé wore red. Once you book, we send our complete what to wear guide.
Yes. After your session you view your portraits at our studio and choose your favorites as wall art, albums or prints. The example here is a gallery wall of three canvases.
“I’ve never done a photoshoot and she walked me through the poses and really made me feel comfortable. And within a few hours you’re viewing your photos and picking which ones to keep.”
Amanda B.
5-star Google review
About the author
Katie Donnelly, Paris Photographer
Katie Donnelly is an American photographer who opened her Paris studio in 2013 and was voted Best Portrait Photographer in Paris in 2017. She and her English-speaking team photograph families, couples and solo travelers at sunrise, so visitors go home with relaxed, real portraits instead of rushed selfies. Meet Katie and the team.
Ready to Book Your Paris Photoshoot?
Pure joy looks good on everyone. Come and giggle with us in Paris.
- When: Mornings, just after sunrise, when the city is quiet
- Who: Families, couples, engagements and proposals, and solo travelers, with an English-speaking team
- Your photos: Viewed the same day at our studio in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
- Session fee: From €150. Inquire for our full price list.
Tell us your dates and we will help you plan the rest.
Or first see how a Paris photoshoot with us works.
