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Tummy Time with Baby Mariella – 3 Months Old

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

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

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

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Meet the Bury Family | Riverside South Photographer

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

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Meet the Black Family | Barrhaven Photographer

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

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Meet the Little Family | Nepean Photographer

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

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Transitioning from Disposable to Cloth Diapers

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

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Meet the Donoghue Family | Nepean Photographer

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

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Mama to Be Nuria | Barrhaven Photographer

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

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7 Most Beautiful Photos All New Parents Should Capture

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

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Meet the Johnson Family | Barrhaven Photographer

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

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