A Winter Maternity Session at The Cloister | The Cody Family

There’s something magical about winter at The Cloister on Sea Island—the soft golden light over the river, the timeless charm of the chapel, and the hush of the oak trees swaying in the breeze. For the Cody family, this place holds an even deeper meaning. It’s where they exchanged vows years ago, and now they returned to celebrate a new chapter—awaiting the arrival of their newest little one.

Their daughter stole the show in her adorable gingerbread dress, twirling by the chapel where her parents were married and laughing on the swing beneath the grand oak tree. We wandered the paths along the river, the winter sunlight reflecting off the water in the dreamiest way.

Sessions like these feel like stepping into a storybook—capturing not just beautiful portraits, but the history, love, and memories wrapped up in a place. This winter afternoon with the Cody family at The Cloister was a perfect blend of nostalgia, joy, and the promise of what’s ahead for this growing family.