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Now Booking Roadside Sessions for 2020 | Ottawa Family Photographer

Stephanie de Montigny October 1, 2019

What is a Roadside Session? A roadside session is exactly what it sounds like: a short & sweet photo session just off the main road. I can’t tell you how many times I have driven past beautiful scenery that would look amazing as the background for a family photo, but could not justify having a full session there (full sessions have more variety in the gallery, and especially with children who love to run around they don’t always have the

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Newborn Baby Aspen – 10 days new

Stephanie de Montigny August 28, 2019

Baby Aspen came to visit the portrait studio for his newborn photography session at just under 2 weeks new, 10 days old to be exact.  This little guy was the third of his brothers to visit the studio, and I couldn’t be more honoured that his parents have trusted me over and over again with their portraits. I was very excited to create a gallery of images that resembled that of his brothers, highlighted his unique traits, and stuck within the

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Newborn Baby Mia – 9 weeks new

Stephanie de Montigny August 22, 2019

Baby Mia came to visit the portrait studio for her newborn photography session at just over 9 weeks new. She was absolutely beautiful, and she gave me quite the funny faces. What a hoot it was to photograph her! And she eventually fell asleep for us World, meet Mia. Here are a few favourites from the session. How do I book a photo session? I’d love to capture your growing family and new baby moments. Use the contact page to send a

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Meet the Kalra Family | Barrhaven Photographer

Stephanie de Montigny August 19, 2019

When I found out these two were early risers like me (only thanks to motherhood!), I excitedly planned our session for just after sunrise so that we could take advantage of those soft rays of light, and capture beautiful warm portraits. And the nature trails & boardwalk in Barrhaven was the perfect place to do it! I am also very proud to say that they were featured in the August 2019 edition of the local Neighbours of Stonebridge magazine (quaint

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Tummy Time with Baby Mariella – 3 Months Old

Stephanie de Montigny August 15, 2019

Growing Baby Mariella 3 Months Baby Photos Milestone: Tummy Time Mariella came to visit us at the studio for her 3 months baby photos milestone to celebrate her newly learned skills of tummy time (holding herself up), and oh was she adorable and strong! Here are a few favourites from the session. World, meet Mariella! How do I book a photo session? I’d love to capture your growing family and new baby moments. Use the contact page to send a message

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How To Beat The Dreaded ‘What Ifs’ Of Your Family Photoshoot

Stephanie de Montigny July 19, 2019

Getting family photos captured can be one of the most rewarding experiences, and the results are beautiful—both visually and emotionally. Of course, I would be lying if I told you that capturing those precious moments was easy. There is so much room for error that many opt out of investing in the experience out of fear, whether it is of something specific or of the unknown. Here are the most common problems that can arise during a family photoshoot, and

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Meet the Bury Family | Riverside South Photographer

Stephanie de Montigny July 15, 2019

It was a pleasure to meet these two love birds and their daughter, because they were on board for whatever I had in store for them on that fine rainy morning. Yes, when the deadline is set in stone, I can make it work rain or shine (downpour is a different story), we just wait for a break in the clouds and keep umbrellas nearby. Our Canadian spring does tend to take a while to show up, and I actually

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Meet the Black Family | Barrhaven Photographer

Stephanie de Montigny June 11, 2019

This was the last session of the year with the blossoms on the trees, and while I am a little sad that we have to wait almost an entire year for them to come back, the summer has a ton of unique backdrop marvels to choose from. For two people who has never participated in a portrait sessions before, they were naturals at following direction and hamming it up for the camera. A few belly laughs and vogue poses later,

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Meet the Little Family | Nepean Photographer

Stephanie de Montigny April 27, 2019

It had been a beautiful week until the snowstorm that hit overnight before our scheduled session. It was certainly a little colder than we intended, but we totally made it work! Meet the Little Family Here are a few favourites from the session: HOW DO I BOOK A PHOTO SESSION? I’d love to capture your family as they are in the moment, and help you create art for your home. Go ahead and give me a call at 613-371-4594, or

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Transitioning from Disposable to Cloth Diapers

Stephanie de Montigny March 25, 2019

When I heard that cloth diapering was still a thing in our modern society, my first thoughts were ‘how old-school’ and ‘ew, poop!’. BUT now that it’s been over a month since we transitioned from disposable to cloth diapers, my viewpoint has certainly changed! After using modern cloth diapers for the last month, I have some qualms, some happy advantages, and my husband and I both learnt some tricks along the way. Let me tell you all about our cloth diaper adventures!  

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Meet the Donoghue Family | Nepean Photographer

Stephanie de Montigny March 20, 2019

On a brisk winter morning, we set out to the trails of Ottawa for our shoot. Leaving the community of Barrhaven with beautiful blue skies, we found ourselves in the middle of a snow squall for the session. The wonderful thing about the nature trails is that they keep some of the wind at bay, and allow for gorgeous snowfall to be captured in the images. These two were troopers and we got a few images without all of the

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Mama to Be Nuria | Barrhaven Photographer

Stephanie de Montigny March 12, 2019

Sometimes couples can’t decide between getting their maternity portraits captured outdoors or in-studio, so we often split the session and get to take advantage of both locations. This lovely set of new parents to be opted for portraits at a local Barrhaven park, and a few classic portraits at the studio, and they are all beautiful!   World, meet Mama to be Nuria & Dad to be Ravi.   Here are a few favourites from the session.      

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7 Most Beautiful Photos All New Parents Should Capture

Stephanie de Montigny March 8, 2019

Having a baby changes everything. From the moment you find out you are pregnant, to the first time you hold your newborn, they are truly life-altering moments. As a new parent, you want to capture “all the things” of your new adventure and your growing child. In between the snap-happy moments, there is a time to be intentional with your images, to create timeless keepsakes, and long-lasting memories to be passed down to your child when they grown up. There

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Meet the Johnson Family | Barrhaven Photographer

Stephanie de Montigny March 1, 2019

A long portion of the year is snowy and hella-cold here in Ottawa, so sometimes we have to get creative with our location scouting. This lovely little cafe is a favourite Sunday breakfast spot for my husband and I, so I was oh so grateful when they allowed for us to use their space for a quick photo session. Between the gorgeous decor and the beautiful furniture, it was the perfect place!   I am also very proud to say

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Baby de Montigny’s First Month

Stephanie de Montigny February 26, 2019

The moment has finally arrived where I get to show off my very own little girl’s newborn photos! And me being me, doing what I do, you knooooow I didn’t just take one photo of her! And no, she was not always the perfect baby. She fussed a lot, gave me the stink-eye, and cluster-fed until we were done (of course!), and absolutely hates being wrapped (go figure!). BUT she did sleep the entire time of our pro family photoshoot, so

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