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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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Diaper Bag Essentials – What To Pack

Stephanie de Montigny February 20, 2019

It’s been almost two months since the arrival of my little girl, and after a dozen of various outings, I have finally come to know the essentials and frivolous of the contents of a diaper bag. Thankfully I found a bag that fits everything I need (and then some!), and a mini version for quick trips to the mailbox or a walk around the block.     diaper backpack –> this one comes also with a change-mat (get 25% off

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Behind The Scenes Of Starting A Family – Chapter 10: Our Birth Story

Stephanie de Montigny February 1, 2019

If you haven’t started at Chapter 1 of the adventure, I recommend that you check it out–if nothing else to get to know me a little bit and figure out where we’re at on the journey to starting our family. Only missed a chapter? Press ‘end’ on your keyboard for the table of contents. Now that your caught up, let’s continue on. (full list of chapters at the end of this post) Our Birth Story In the middle of the night,

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Newborn Baby Elizabeth – 2 weeks new

Stephanie de Montigny January 30, 2019

Baby Elizabeth came to visit the portrait studio for her newborn photography session at just over 2 weeks new, 16 days old to be exact. She was absolutely beautiful, and she gave me quite the smile. I could tell her parents were so enamoured with her; they were just oozing with love! See for yourself!   World, meet Elizabeth.   Here are a few favourites from the session.     How do I book a photo session? I’d love to capture your

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The Official Nursery Reveal: Sage, Cream & Wood Decor

Stephanie de Montigny January 25, 2019

This project has been in the making for a very long time, and now that baby is here, it is finally complete! I have been tweaking a few things here and there for functionality versus my Pinterest-perfect decor, because, well–real life needs trump pretty pictures, even for a photographer! Here is the before (please excuse the cellphone snap): We started with cream walls because of the warmth and brightness it offered, and ordered a custom carpet to match. The story

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Behind The Scenes Of Starting A Family – Chapter 9: The Last Month Of Pregnancy

Stephanie de Montigny January 23, 2019

If you haven’t started at Chapter 1 of the adventure, I recommend that you check it out–if nothing else to get to know me a little bit and figure out where we’re at on the journey to starting our family. Only missed a chapter? Press ‘end’ on your keyboard for the table of contents. Now that your caught up, let’s continue on. (full list of chapters at the end of this post)     The Last Month Of Pregnancy I will

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Meet the Kan Family | Barrhaven Photographer

Stephanie de Montigny January 21, 2019

On a brisk winter afternoon, we set out to the walking paths of Halfmoon Bay to enjoy a walk in the park and capture some family portraits. It was certainly a cold one, but the wind stayed away long enough for us to get some adorable images of this wonderful family. It was all fun and smiles with these guys–even the littlest member gave us some great eye-contact!   I am also very proud to say that they were featured

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DIY Tutorial: How To Hang Your Canvases & Framed Art In Your Home

Stephanie de Montigny January 18, 2019

Some of you may have already seen it, but yours truly was published in a local magazine to share my knowledge on ‘How to Set up a Gallery Wall in Your Stairwell’ for the residents of Stonebridge. Since there are so many others of you living in other areas of Ottawa, I figured I would share the article on the blog to help you get started. Putting up one frame or canvas is easy: center it on the wall horizontally,

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Mama to Be Stephanie

Stephanie de Montigny January 9, 2019

Sometimes the world works in mysterious ways. This lovely mom-to-be and I were friends over a decade ago in university, but ultimately lost touch. It was such a fun coincidence to reconnect during our pregnancies, and even more of a honour to be able to capture these beautiful images for her and her partner.   World, meet Mama to be Stephanie & Dad to be Guillaume.   Here are a few favourites from the session.     I am the

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Family Time with Baby Frederick – 3 Months Old

Stephanie de Montigny January 2, 2019

Growing Baby Freddy   Family Time with 3 Months Old Baby Frederick   Not-so-little baby Freddy came to visit us at the studio for his 3 months baby photos milestone to celebrate his reunitement with his travelling dad, and greeted us with oh so many facial expressions. Such a beautiful family, inside and out! We even got to capture a ‘3 months later’ portrait with mom, and they are both just as stunning!   World, let’s catch up with Freddy!    

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Our Last Christmas

Stephanie de Montigny December 28, 2018

This year is the last year we will celebrate Christmas as husband and wife. Before you think too much into it, this is NOT a sad post! We are about to welcome our first child, which means that next year there will be three of us, and the day will become a lot busier, and all about them–not us. And that’s perfectly okay. BUT, before the chaos ensues, I want to acknowledge the end of this beautiful journey we have enjoyed

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Behind The Scenes Of Starting A Family – Chapter 8: The Third Trimester

Stephanie de Montigny December 20, 2018

If you haven’t started at Chapter 1 of the adventure, I recommend that you check it out–if nothing else to get to know me a little bit and figure out where we’re at on the journey to starting our family. Only missed a chapter? Press ‘end’ on your keyboard for the table of contents. Now that your caught up, let’s continue on. (full list of chapters at the end of this post)     The Third Trimester Things that seem to

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Newborn Baby Yazhnila – 5 weeks new

Stephanie de Montigny December 19, 2018

Baby Yazhnila came to visit the portrait studio for her newborn photography session at just under 5 weeks new, 33 days old to be exact. She was absolutely beautiful, and her parents were oh so excited of her arrival. We even managed to capture a couple photos when she woke up, and she gave me quite the inquisitive look. See for yourself!   World, meet Yazhnila.   Here are a few favourites from the session.     How do I book

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What’s In My Studio Newborn Session Kit?

Stephanie de Montigny December 14, 2018

Newborns are adorable, especially when they are positioned just-so in a way that shows off all of their tiny features and swoon-worthy baby rolls! BUT it would be a huge lie if I told you that it was an easy job. I absolutely love it, but it is certainly hard work to capture these beautiful portraits for my clients. With the right tools, it is certainly made more manageable, and having it all at-the-ready is the most important part. This

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