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I absolutely love it when clients’ share their experiences with their friends. Word-of-mouth referrals are so important to me and my business. That is how Jenny and Jared were introduced to me. Their friend posted her maternity pictures on her social media pages. Jenny told me the moment she saw them, she knew that she had to book her maternity photos and her newborn photos with me.

Topsmead Maternity Photos: Planning the Session 

Jenny and I chatted over email and set up an appointment for a dress consultation at my studio in Canton, Connecticut. She brought her mom for a second opinion. My favorite part was that she was open-minded and ready to try on anything from the Client Closet. 

We worked together to decide on the best dresses to match Jenny’s vision for her maternity photos. Once we selected her dresses, it was time to choose a location! I sent Jenny my favorite locations that I love as a CT family photographer. Based on her dresses, we decided to do Topsmead maternity photos in Litchfield, CT. 

Topsmead is one of my most requested locations. And for good reason! Topsmead is gorgeous in all seasons of the year. It is well-maintained and has gorgeous views of Litchfield county. As a CT family photographer, I love the different flowering trees and gardens that happen all year round. In the winter, my favorite touch is a wooden wall that makes the perfect backdrop, especially for Topsmead maternity photos! 

Topsmead Maternity Photos with best CT Family Photographer | Sharon Leger Photography

Topsmead Maternity Photos: The Sunset Session  

Because there were so many dresses that Jenny loved, we had a full night! As always, I took a look around Topsmead before Jenny and her husband arrived so that I knew the best spots to shoot in. Our first stop was the tall grass with a classic white dress. Topsmead maternity photos are known for their tall grass, so I knew that would be the best place to get started.

After that, Jenny changed into her second dress. We took advantage of the beautiful mansion and the light peeping through. It doesn’t get better than that! 

One of my favorite things about Topsmead maternity photos is you don’t have to go far to get a different backdrop. We took a few steps, Jenny changed and we had our next location. While we were taking these images, a little boy came around the corner. He gasped when he saw Jenny and said, “Is she a princess?!” That got some real laughs out of Jenny, for sure! It was quickly followed with “But wait, what’s in her belly?” Hilarious! 

Topsmead Maternity Photos with best CT Family Photographer | Sharon Leger Photography

During the Session

The sun was beginning to set at this point, so Jenny changed into the dress we were most excited for. My maternity dresses are custom-dresses, designed specifically for maternity photography. This was the dress Jenny was most excited for. She loved the color and the extended train, perfect for throwing. The best part? Jared did an outfit change too, so we elevated both of their outfits for more formal sunset photos. 

Jared was such a good sport, helping me to make the flying train images happen. We definitely laughed a lot and got exactly what we hoped for. To wrap up the session, Jenny changed into her final dress. Black isn’t usually my favorite color as a CT family photographer. That being said, there’s something perfect about a black dress for Topsmead maternity photos. It just can’t be beat! 

Jenny and Jared danced in the field as the sun set behind them. We couldn’t have asked for a better evening for Topsmead maternity photos! 

Topsmead Maternity Photos with best CT Family Photographer | Sharon Leger Photography

After the Session

I absolutely couldn’t wait to get home and edit these images. When I sent Jenny her sneak peek the next day, she sent me this email:

“Sharon! These are gorgeous!! I got your message while in the car and I just started bawling lol I LOVE them! We had so much fun last night at our session with you. These came out so beautifully. Thank you for sending sneak peeks so quickly! I will not be able to stop looking at these!”

And that is why I am a CT family photographer. It is such an honor to be able to capture these moments with you and your family.

"I am so happy to have had Sharon capture photos of my family. She was so easy to work with, from scheduling to planning and coordinating, she could not have made the process more simple. She showed up on the day-of super prepared, with a whole wagon full of stuff just in case, including snacks for my kids! 

Kim

4 / 15

She worked so well with my children: she truly understands that children are going to get bored fast and she worked around their moods perfectly.

I love that she captured my kids' candid smiles, and not just the posed ones. To top it off, the final product was beyond my expectations and delivered in under a week! You can tell that she loves what she's doing and it shows in her work. She is truly a gem and I can't wait to work with her again as my children grow up!"

"We loved how simple and stress-free our son’s cake smash session was—we didn't need to worry about props or set-up. 

Alexis

When we showed up, Sharon had everything ready for us and we got to just be present in the moment. 

The portraits captured all the sweet little details we want to remember from his first birthday, and we were so happy to share them with our family. It was the perfect way to celebrate this milestone!" 

2 / 15

"Sharon was absolutely lovely to work with. I'm not the type of person who particularly enjoys photoshoots, but she is exceptionally adept at putting her clients at ease. Her studio is equal parts tranquil, tasteful and casual so that my wife and I were not in the least bit overwhelmed.

Kevin

Sharon anticipates every possible need and plans accordingly so that you don't have to. 

She is able to maintain the pace of her shoots, moving them forward judiciously without making the client feel rushed or unappreciated. She was completely down-to-earth and personable. It sounds cliché, but talking with her felt like catching up with an old friend – exactly we needed after the hectic experience of bringing our first child into the world. Sharon was more than worth the cost."

3 / 15

"Sharon was amazing to work with during our recent newborn session! She was very responsive with any questions I had before the session, and even offered advice on outfits for my older children. I borrowed a gorgeous dress from her client closet, which helped me feel more confident and comfortable for photos. 

Amanda

I was nervous about how the session would go with two young children and a newborn, but Sharon had everything so organized and prepared, that everything went flawlessly.

She was so calming and kind, and her studio felt so welcoming! The finished photos are all so beautiful, that I can't even come close to picking a favorite!"

4 / 15

"I was first introduced to Sharon in 2024 when I did a session of personality portraits, and I was instantly impressed. A few friends had used her before and raved about her work, and now I completely understand why! Sharon truly works magic behind the camera. She is incredibly organized, answering all questions and planning every detail ahead of time. 

Merissa

There’s never a need to stress about locations, directions, or even bad weather—she has a backup plan for everything!

One of my favorite parts of working with her is the dress consult to help plan outfits. She has such a great eye for style and helps put together looks that photograph beautifully."

5 / 15

"Sharon and Amy were fabulous! Right from the initial booking they made me feel special. I wore three beautiful dresses that Sharon already had available for me to wear from her client closet (I LOVE this feature!). We tried on several dresses until I found one that fit comfortably and I felt fabulous in.

Nicole

Amy & Sharon were great at communicating with me every step of the process.

Amy didn’t go overboard with the makeup, she made me look like myself but a little extra glam. An elevated version of myself. They were so fabulous and I would absolutely book them again. I 10/10 recommend Sharon and Amy for maternity or family photo sessions."

6 / 15

"Scheduling was super easy through her website and Sharon is very communicative. Sharon offers a dress consultation so you can go to her studio and try on multiple dresses that fit whatever theme you choose for your photo day.

Nicole

I've never seen a photographer offer a whole closet of dresses to choose from and this takes out ALL the stress of picking an outfit for pictures.

Another priceless offering when it comes to taking the stress out of family photos is hair and makeup (additional fee). I scheduled with Amy for a few hours before my shoot. Amy was so easy to talk to and did a fantastic job with the look I wanted. I'm already looking forward to another booking and have referred her to my friends and family. I cannot recommend Sharon and her team more."  
 

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7 / 15

"We recently had our second family session with Sharon and 

Jenna

we were yet again blown away by the entire experience. 

From her expert outfit planning, to making the journey to join us at our beach for photos, Sharon created a relaxed, fun environment from beginning to end. The photos we received were beyond what I could have imagined! She captured our family perfectly!!"

8 / 15

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Sharon for a family beach session, and she was amazing from start to finish! Sharon's attention to detail and professionalism made the entire process seamless. Her empathetic and supportive nature made a world of difference, and the photos turned out beautifully. 

Alexis

I highly recommend Sharon to any mom looking for a talented and compassionate photographer, who takes the stress out of planning.

Her work is exceptional, and she truly cares about her clients. Thank you, Sharon, for capturing these moments for us!"

9 / 15

"Sharon is the absolute best! We worked with her for our maternity photos, newborn photos, and our cake smash one-year-old photos. Each time, Sharon is so professional and friendly, makes us feel right at home, and take the most beautiful photos. We are blown away every time! The client closet is awesome and Sharon really went the extra mile to find gowns that complimented me. 

Jen

We had so much fun taking all of these photos and can’t wait to work with her again!

We will cherish these photos forever."

10 / 15

"We did personality portraits for the second time with Sharon and they came out so well! 

Kelsey

The kids had such a blast and she really captured their unique personalities!"

11 / 15

"We did both our maternity and newborn photos with Sharon and she made each experience beyond amazing. I met Sharon first at our dress consultation and knew we were going to work well together. It’s incredible that she gives you access to some many dresses and really knows how to make a pregnant lady feel beautiful.

She made my husband (who admittedly did not want to take the pictures) feel so comfortable, got him laughing and even looking forward to the newborn shoot.

Then, at the newborn shoot Sharon was so patient with us (it was our first trip out) she again made me feel so beautiful in her huge selection of dresses and was so good and rocking out baby boy to sleep."

Alexa

12 / 15

"Stop reading reviews and just book your session with Sharon Leger Photography right now. Sharon has been there for my family even before we were an official family. She poetically captured our engagement, maternity and our newborn’s first photos.

I couldn’t imagine trusting anyone else with these precious moments.

I am not an easy client. I am nervous, unsure of myself and overly aware of every physical flaw (especially postpartum). Sharon made me feel comfortable and beautiful every step of the way. We love Sharon Leger Photography, especially the woman behind the lens! Thank you for everything, Sharon!"

Dawn

13 / 15

"Sharon is an absolute gem! It has been 3.5 years since I found her and since then she has captured the most adorable and perfect pictures of my two sons and our family.

From newborn sessions, cake smashes and family photos, not one detail has ever been overlooked. Her process is seamless and she makes everything so accessible and easy.

She offers so many options for photo opportunities and has perfected a style that really is timeless! She was so wonderful with each of my children when they were newborns, that it made the experience so worth it! Couldn’t recommend enough!"

Melissa

14 / 15

"It’s hard for me to find the perfect words to describe what Sharon has given me.

I reached out to her when I was thinking about doing maternity photos, and she quickly convinced me that I would not regret it. She was right. Not only do I not regret my maternity photos but I actually love everything about them. Every time I look at them, all of those amazing feelings I felt while I was pregnant come right back as if I’m still in the moment. They are something I will cherish forever."

Kimberly

15 / 15

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