Elena Melnikova specializes in maternity photography in Kiel. Gentle pregnancy sessions in a cozy studio — delicate, timeless images full of closeness.
As a photographer specializing in maternity and bump sessions, I focus on capturing the quiet beauty of pregnancy. Since 2017 I have supported expectant parents, opening my first studio in Kyiv in 2019 and now welcoming clients in a warm, calm studio in Kiel. My approach combines professional technique with a mother’s perspective: I want expectant mothers to feel beautiful, safe and seen. My style is minimal, elegant and natural. I use soft colors, natural materials and flattering light to emphasize the curve of the belly and the glow of the mother-to-be. Small details — a gentle hand, an intimate look, the bond with a partner or older siblings — are captured with care so the images remain timeless and emotional. The process is personal and relaxed: in a pre-session conversation we discuss style, outfits and your image ideas. In the studio I create a warm, comfortable environment and guide gentle posing so natural, relaxed moments emerge. Breaks and well-being are always prioritized — comfort and safety matter most. I continuously update my skills and have been teaching workshops since 2020; this experience directly informs my session work and helps me produce technically strong, emotionally resonant photos. Respect and discretion are central: images are used publicly only with your explicit consent. If you’re looking for a sensitive, professional maternity session in Kiel that documents your anticipation in timeless photographs, I’d love to hear from you. Together we’ll craft a session that reflects your personality and creates lasting memories.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
15 bearbeitete Fotos, gemeinsames Foto mit den Eltern, Dekoration ist im Preis inbegriffen, alle Aufnahmen inklusive.
15 edited photos, parent photo included, decoration included in price, all raw images included. Cake not included.
1 Stunde Fotoshooting, 10 bearbeitete Fotos, alle Aufnahmen inklusive.
1 hour session, 10 edited photos, all raw images included.
3 Outfits für das Baby, 10 bearbeitete Fotos, alle Aufnahmen inklusive.
3 baby outfits, 10 edited photos, all raw images included.
2 hour session, 20 edited photos, all raw images included.
2 Stunden Fotoshooting, 20 bearbeitete Fotos, alle Aufnahmen inklusive.
4 Outfits, gemeinsames Foto mit den Eltern, 15 bearbeitete Fotos, alle Aufnahmen inklusive.
4 outfits, a parent photo, 15 edited photos, all raw images included.
5-6 baby outfits, parent photo, 25 edited photos, all raw images included, 1 photo book.
5-6 Outfits für das Baby, gemeinsames Foto mit den Eltern, 25 bearbeitete Fotos, alle Aufnahmen inklusive, 1 Fotobuch.