Specialist maternity photographer in Ipswich (Bentley), Charlotte Bass captures serene, natural bump portraits. Studio sessions offer styling and a maternity wardrobe for relaxed, confident images.
I’m Charlotte, a specialist maternity photographer based in Bentley on the edge of Constable country, serving Ipswich and the wider Suffolk area. Maternity photography is at the heart of my work — I love the quiet, powerful beauty of pregnancy and I aim to create images that celebrate that unique, fleeting chapter. My approach is gentle, relaxed and highly personal. I take time to understand how you’d like to be remembered — whether you want soft, timeless portraits of your bump, emotive black-and-white images, or a more styled session that reflects your personality. Sessions take place in my comfortable home studio where natural light, simple backdrops and a curated maternity wardrobe help produce elegant, flattering images that feel honest and unforced. I know pregnancy is a very personal and sometimes physically demanding time. I’ll guide you through posing with care and attention so you look and feel confident throughout the shoot. Partners and siblings are welcome — including the people who mean the most in your growing family helps produce authentic, connected images that you'll treasure. Clients often tell me they value the calm atmosphere of the studio and the styling support I offer. From pre-session conversations to on-the-day guidance, my focus is on making the experience easy and enjoyable. I work collaboratively with each mum-to-be: we discuss outfit choices, silhouette and mood so the final images reflect how you want to remember this moment. As someone who fell back in love with photography after years of travel and creative projects, I bring both technical experience and a sensitive, documentary-minded eye to every maternity photoshoot. My goal is to capture the real emotions and subtle details of this time — the quiet confidence, the gentle hands, the connection between you and your family. If you’re looking for specialist maternity photography in Ipswich, I’d love to hear about your vision and help design a session that feels right for you. Get in touch to talk through styling, timing and how we can create beautiful, lasting images of your pregnancy.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Short maternity session with wardrobe access and 3 edited digital images.
Short studio session for newborns up to 8 weeks; includes 5 edited digital images.
Selection of favourite images in high resolution with full printing rights.
Deluxe maternity session with expanded time, wardrobe and image allowance.
Full cake smash experience with cake, styling, splash and a large edited digital gallery.
Full newborn experience with the full gallery of digital images and included printed artwork options.