The most beautiful family galleries don’t happen overnight. They grow naturally, just like your family does — one precious moment, one meaningful memory, one portrait at a time. When I visit homes to install new wall portraits, I often hear parents say, “I wish we had done this sooner” or “I wish we had more photos with the kids when
The moment I saw the library post about this daddy-daughter event, I knew I need to be there. The results were either going to be hilarious or completely adorable. I am happy to announce that the dads did amazing with their hairstyle skills and the girlies were BOTH adorable and hilarious with their reactions. These portraits would make an amazing
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE OF A FULL-SERVICE STUDIO? A NATIONALLY ACCREDITED BOUTIQUE PHOTOGRAPHER? When reading “full-service” you probably immediately thought of a gas station—and that is exactly right! You pull up to the pump, tell the attendant what type of gasoline you want and the quantity, and then sit back and relax while the entire thing is done for you. That
Welcome to the Business Portrait Series – Episode 2 <– Missed episode 1? Go Read Headshots vs Business Portraits vs Branding Photography Do You Need A Professional Business Portrait? Absolutely! In today’s world, people research businesses online before they become a client and can unfairly judge your abilities based on your portrait. An outdated or unprofessional business portrait can disqualify
Are you ready to feel empowered & help support your local community? count me in! Pure Natural Portraits, owned & operated by Stephanie de Montigny, is an inclusive business & safe space for everyone, and all individuals are welcome to participate in fundraising efforts & everyday service offering, including but not limited to the Neurodivergent, BIPOC and LGBTQ2S+ communities. While
When Should I Schedule My Newborn Photo Session? One of the most frequently asked questions in the world of newborn photography is about the best time to schedule a newborn session. There are actually two timeframes to consider in the answer. The best time to book, to do the research and choose a photographer, is BEFORE baby arrives so that
1. So much more than just decor Wall portraits are a timeless & classic way to display family memories, document important life moments, and celebrate your favourite people. 2. Boost their self-confidence Wall portraits create a sense of belonging and identity within a family, and studies have proven that seeing themselves on the wall can help boost family morale and
Welcome to the Business Portrait Series – Episode 1 Headshots vs. Business Portraits Let’s start the series by talking about the differences between “headshots” versus business portraits versus branding photography. I have done my best to remove potentially-harmful words such as “headshot” and “photoshoot” and replace them with non-firearm-related terms like business portraits, portrait session, etc. The last thing I
Choosing a professional photographer to work with can sometimes feel like a daunting task if you don’t know what you are looking for or where to look. The basics are the image STYLE, the ARTWORK available for creating, the LOCATION and how far you are willing to travel, and the PERSON behind the camera. Are they reputable? Are they nice?
Festive Photos for the Food Bank What’s better than getting together with all my local business friends for breakfast at the Almonte Civitan (including crispy bacon and fresh croissants!) before the sun rises? Doing it while raising money for the local food bank! The local Mississippi Mills businesses came together for some festive business portraits and we were able to