Bethany Simms Photography

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Bethany Simms Photography

Hi! I'm Bethany! I'm a Motherhood and Family photographer in the Annapolis, MD and surrounding areas!

09/04/2026

Ok mama’s if you’ve seen my stories recently you know that I let everyone know that I’m not one of those moms who was blessed with the “breastfeeding makes you lose weight gene” and as a result I struggle with my body postpartum. And that’s SO normal.

I’m not here to tell you to just embrace your body and move on. I know it’s hard, and I know that our bodies just went through A LOT. All while we’re trying to figure out a new routine with a baby or adding a baby into a routine with older siblings.

I’m here to tell you I understand that you may not be feeling yourself. May not be feeling confident with how your arms look in clothes, or that your clothes in general are fitting uncomfortably. So I know the idea of a newborn session doesn’t feel or sound appealing.

This is one of the places I come in to help the most! I listen….

You don’t want your arms out? Gotcha, we can have you wear long sleeves or make sure your short sleeves cover your arms.

All of your clothes feel uncomfortable to you? I have a Client Closet for that! Come to my studio, try on dresses, chit chat, laugh, and have fun while I’m hyping you up! Trust me, it’s nice and cool in there so there’s no sweating your butt off while trying on dresses.

Want to get something new but not sure what to get? Consider me a shopping partner and ill send you some flattering and comfortable ideas that work for you.

And during the session?
I keep an eye on everything you told me and keep everything flattering!

So not only are you now in clothing thats comfortable and flattering, which is half the battle, but we also have so much fun your mind will only be on the memories you’re making.

09/02/2026

I was reminded recently about a movie that has a great reminder in the beginning with how significant what I do is as a photographer.

If you haven't seen Project Hail Mary, and without spoilers, its a newer Ryan Gosling movie where as a scientist, Gosling's character Grace and a few others go into space on a mission to save Earth, knowing that they won't return alive. In the beginning of the mission, Grace wakes with slight amnesia and finds the two astronauts he was with are no longer living.

Here's the important part on where it relates to what I do. Grace goes through those astronauts belongings to try to figure out who they are and to find items for his own version of a funeral for them. While going through their things he finds something so important... the only things they really have as belongings, are pictures of their families and those important to them.

They knew they weren't going to come back and they didn't choose to bring expensive jewelry or other items like that, but they chose to bring photos. They chose the memories they made and had of their loved ones. In the end, those memories were most important to them, knowing they weren't going to return.

It's SO easy for us to say "one day". One day we will get the pictures done, one day when life slows down a bit (even though we know that never really does).

What I do isn't just about hanging the pictures on the walls. It's so much more. It's about the memories we make while taking those pictures, about the time we get to spend with those we love while the years go by faster and faster.

But ultimately, its about the fact that photos are what people reach for when all that noise, and hustle and bustle fall away.

As someone who only has photographs to remember some important people by, it's time to get in front of the camera and stop saying "one day".

08/26/2026

Are you ready for your season to look like this? 🍁🍂

Fun in the leaves, kids running wild, belly laughs, snuggles and all that golden fall light!

Because fall photos aren’t just standing still and smiling at the camera. It’s about letting your kids be themselves, letting them run and play.

You love on your babies and I’ll document what this season of your family feels like!

My Fall Mini Sessions are booking NOW, and spots are limited!

🍂 October 17th + 25th
📍 Odenton, Maryland
🤎 15 minutes
📸 10 edited images

Make these yours and grab your Fall Mini spot!

Grab here ->https://book.usesession.com/s/LRTjexea_s or grab from my bio!

08/25/2026

After a VERY busy first day back at school and in sports our giveaway is over and we have a WINNER!!!

Congratulations Emily Johnson on winning my Family Moments Membership! Please reach out so we can get you set up 🤩. I’m so excited to get to photograph your family and have you in my membership!!

08/24/2026

This past weekend we celebrated Baby Simms turning 6 months!! I know I say it all the time, but seriously where did the last 6 months go? I swear he was just this small little newborn laying in my arms. Now he’s sitting on his own, trying out new foods and trying to keep up with his brothers!

With today being the first day of school and hitting this 6 month milestone within a few days of each other, this mama is nostalgic.

Anyone else having nostalgia visit today?

08/17/2026

Who's ready for an announcement and a giveaway?!?!💥💥

I’ve been working behind the scenes on something else NEW for my families, and I am SO excited that I can finally share it!!

DRUM ROLL PLEASE 🥁🥁🥁

Introducing...
✨ THE FAMILY MOMENTS MEMBERSHIP ✨

After creating my Moments of Motherhood Membership, I knew I wanted something just as special for families who want to document more than one little piece of their year.

Because your family doesn't only change once a year.
They grow, their personalities change. And somehow, those little faces look completely different from Spring time to Christmas. 🥹

The Family Moments Membership was created so we can document more of it.

Depending on the membership you choose, you'll be able to combine Full Story Sessions with your favorite sessions from my Seasonal Minis. Think Spring, Linen & Light, Splash Sessions, Fall, Christmas Tree Farm, and SO much more!

And because you're a member, you get some pretty amazing perks:

🎞️ ALL of your best edited digital images from every included session
👗 Complimentary styling + access to my Client Closet with over 70+ dresses even for your minis!
🌿 Your choice of Seasonal Mini experiences included in your membership
⭐ First access to Seasonal Mini booking
🧾 Flexible payment plans
✨ plus SO much MORE!!!

And to celebrate launching this awesome new membership...

🎉 I'M GIVING AWAY A FAMILY MEMBERSHIP! 🎉

This includes:
⭐️ 1 Full Family Session
⭐️ 2 Seasonal Mini Sessions of your choice
⭐️ ALL edited images from all THREE sessions
⭐️ Plus all of the membership perks above and more!

🛑That's a $1400 value!!!🛑

Three different moments with your babies documenting the changes through the year!

So here's how to enter for Facebook:
👯‍♀️ Comment and tag at least 3 friends (each comment = an extra entry)
📲 Share THIS post AND tag me so I can see it!
👍 Follow/like Bethany Simms Photography

⭐️ BONUS: Follow me on Instagram + share this post to your story (with a tag so I can see!) for an extra entry!

The giveaway starts TODAY and the winner will be announced August 24th!

Already know you want in? You don't have to wait for the giveaway. Family Memberships are officially OPEN! 🤍

Fill out my inquiry form here ⤵️ and choose Family Membership!
bethanysimms.com/contact

Come back every season and let's watch them grow!

08/10/2026

It's that time of year again!!!

My 2026 Seasonal Fall Minis are officially here and ready to be booked! These sessions are always so much fun and perfect for getting those updated family photos.

🍁The Details🍁
📅 Saturday October 17th OR Sunday October 25th
📍 Odenton, MD
⏰ 15-minute session
🎞️ Includes 10 high-res digital images

💵 $275 – Only $100 due at booking!

This year you can upgrade to your Full Gallery at the time of booking for only $100!

I know it's still horribly hot outside right now, but it's never too early to grab your spot for a beautiful Fall day.

Want to play in the leaves together and fill the crisp air with laughter?
https://book.usesession.com/s/LRTjexea_s

08/05/2026

Mama's, I don't know about you, but I can't believe we're already in August and getting ready for back to school. That means before you know it cooler weather will be here and so will the time to update your family photos!

THIS FRIDAY I will be releasing my Seasonal Fall Minis to my VIP email list! If you want to get access to them before I release them to the public, make sure you join and check your inboxes at 9am Friday!

You can join here: https://bethanysimmsphotography.myflodesk.com/bqxey2hpk6

Are you ready for Fall? Whats your favorite thing to do?

07/22/2026

I have a lot of fun announcements coming up over the next few weeks! I have been working non-stop on setting up new things, planning minis, and a fun announcement for families!

First, I'm looking for NEWBORN models for sessions. I am adding new types of session for newborns!

Babies need to be between 6-10 days old and can be due between now and the end of September.

If you're interested drop an emoji, tag friends, but make sure to fill out this application below and I will reach out through email when I choose models ❤️

https://portal.bethanysimms.com/public/form/view/6a5eb1118f007a88591d05c1

07/16/2026

Who decided sessions need tidy hair, quiet voices, or sitting still? The best moments come out of when your kids chase butterflies, show off their personalities, and let laughter echo off the trees.

Let the chaos sneak in. Let moods bloom like wildflowers. These are the photos that feel like home, every time you look back.

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http://www.bethanysimms.com/

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