Shine in Gold
- Sonja Ruckstuhl
- Jul 1, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 5

Magical baby bump photos with gold leaf
Pregnancy - a unique time full of wonder and change.
Your body is doing incredible things to create new life. During this time you feel strong, beautiful and full of femininity.
With my photos I capture these precious moments for you.
A very special highlight in my baby bump shoots is the gold leaf set.
In this blog article I will take you into the magical world of gold leaf photography and show you how these unique images are created.
Elegance and strength combined: The gold leaf set
First, we rub coconut oil onto your baby bump. This acts as an adhesive for the wafer-thin gold leaf.
Then I carefully apply the gold leaf to your skin. The delicate touch and soft shine of the gold envelop you in an atmosphere of luxury and elegance.
After the shoot, we remove the gold leaf with cotton pads soaked in olive oil. Then you can relax in the shower and rinse off the rest of the gold.

Choose your favorite metal: gold, silver or copper
You can choose between three different colors: gold, silver or copper.
Each color has its own charm and underlines your individual beauty in its own special way.
Gold appears noble and radiant and symbolizes the sun, wealth and vitality.
Silver represents moonlight, purity and intuition.
Copper radiates warmth and security and symbolizes love and Venus.

Lying in the Gold Rush: A Magical Variation
A beautiful variation of the gold leaf set is the lying version .
You lie relaxed on the floor while your baby bump is covered in gold leaf.
In post-production, I then add a water reflection , which gives the image a mystical and dreamlike atmosphere.
Working with gold leaf requires some sensitivity and practice .
To ensure that everything runs smoothly, I will discuss all the details with you at the maternity shoot.
This way I make sure that you feel comfortable throughout the entire shoot and that we can capture the most beautiful moments.

Gold leaf photos: An unforgettable gift for you and your loved ones
The photos from the gold leaf set are unique memories of your pregnancy.
Give them as a gift to your loved ones or use them to create an exclusive photo album for your child.
Would you also like to shine in one of my magical gold leaf sets?
Then book your appointment now for an unforgettable baby bump shoot!
I look forward to getting to know you and letting your inner beauty shine!
If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please do not hesitate to contact me.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Best regards
Sonia