BECOMING A BIRTH PHOTOGRAPHER
‘‘EVERYONE SHOULD
HAVE A BIRTH PHOTOGRAPHER’’
WE NEED YOU
Birth photography in Scotland is growing steadily, and I couldn’t be more proud!
Every family deserves to have the breathtaking moment of meeting their little one beautifully documented.
But to make this possible, we need more birth photographers.
We need you.
Birth photography is unlike any other genre. It’s raw, emotional, and entirely unscripted. You can never fully predict a birth, but you can prepare for everything within your control.
Ready to be on call 24/7 for four weeks for a family, holding space for them in the most incredible way?
Ready to document life’s most powerful moments?
Ready to embrace the unpredictable and step into this extraordinary work?
If this speaks to you, let’s take the next step together.
ARE YOU
The Ultimate Birth Photography Mentorship
Is Birth Photography your true calling? Are you ready to step into this extraordinary journey with confidence and purpose?
If your heart is pulling you toward this incredible work, then this exclusive opportunity is for you.
For nine months, you’ll receive my dedicated 1:1 mentorship, gaining firsthand insight from my years of experience as a birth photographer. This isn’t just about observing—you’ll plan, take action, and grow into the birth photographer you’ve always envisioned becoming.
What’s included?
- Unlimited live mentoring sessions – As many as you need, tailored to your growth.
- Nine months (or more) of personal guidance –
From online mentoring to in-person meetings, I’ll walk beside you, sharing everything I know.
- Your personal troubleshooting partner –
Facing challenges? Feeling uncertain about being on call? I’ll be there to support and guide you every step of the way.
This isn’t just a mentorship—it’s an intimate, immersive experience designed to elevate both your skills and confidence.
Let’s connect for a complimentary consultation to explore if this journey is the perfect fit for you. We’ll determine the right time for you to begin, but please note—only a limited number of spots are available each year.
Are you ready to step into your future?
-This mentorship is only available to people residing in Scotland-
★★★★★
‘‘ I had the pleasure of booking Marieke as our birth photographer. I just fell in love with her work & ethos. Our whole family enjoys her company.
Would and will recommend to anyone considering having a birth photographer!
It's amazing to have these moments documented & will forever be grateful.’’
-Barbora
MENTORING 1 - 1
Has becoming a birth photographer always been your dream? Do you feel like you’re missing the knowledge and confidence to fully step into this role? Or perhaps you’re already documenting births but find yourself with lingering questions?
With years of experience as a birth photographer, I would love to guide you on this incredible journey, helping you grow and thrive in this deeply rewarding field—no matter where in the world you are.
Every photographer is unique, which is why this mentorship is tailored entirely to you. We take the time to identify the areas where you need support, and you decide what we focus on. You can ask me anything—nothing is off-limits.
Depending on your goals, our sessions can include:
-The practical side of running a birth photography business
-Pricing your services with confidence
-Finding your unique style as a birth photographer
-Mastering storytelling—how to truly document a birth
-Navigating different lighting situations and technical aspects
-Building connections with families—establishing trust and communication
-Collaborating with professionals like midwives and doulas
-Understanding the on-call lifestyle—being available 24/7
-Preparing for different birth scenarios and how to handle them
-Editing techniques to bring your photographs to life
-Balancing privacy, social media, and ethical sharing
-Curating a strong portfolio that reflects your work
And anything else you need—you set the agenda!
Our mentor session begins with a three-hour deep-dive session, where you can ask me anything. This is your time to bring up any topics that matter to you—we can even review your current work together.
Before our call, we’ll connect to clarify your goals and expectations. The more specific you are, the more specific conversations can become, ensuring you get the most out of our time together.
After our initial session, we’ll schedule a one-hour follow-up a few weeks or months later to discuss your progress, answer any new questions, and map out your next steps.
This mentorship is available internationally, so no matter where you are in the world, we can work together to elevate your birth photography journey.
4 HOUR MENTOR SESSION
£450
There are interest-free pre-payment plans up to 12 months before your session date. Book in advance and break the investment up into bite-sized chunks that work for you.
In our two-hour mentorship session, you have the freedom to ask anything. This is your opportunity to dive into any topics you need support with—we can even review your current work together.
Before our call, we’ll connect to clarify your goals and expectations. The more specific you are, the more specific conversations can become, ensuring you get the most out of our time together.
This mentorship is available worldwide, so no matter where you're located, we can work together to elevate your birth photography journey.
2 HOUR MENTOR SESSION
£295
There are interest-free pre-payment plans up to 12 months before your session date. Book in advance and break the investment up into bite-sized chunks that work for you.
LET’S TALK!
I understand you’re feeling nervous, but I’m here to help you every step of the way!
This way we can get to know each other better while you are also able to tell me exactly what you are looking for.
No strings attached whatsoever!
