Document your journey to parenthood & Baby's First year​

A fun, stress-free portrait experience for minimalist families in and around Almonte, the Ottawa Valley, and the NCR.

document your journey through parenthood & Baby's First year

A fun, stress-free portrait experience for minimalist families in and around Lanark County, the Ottawa Valley, and the National Capital Region

Made-Simple Process

Timeless Portrait Session

heirloom printed artwork

They are only young for a short time.

I promise your children do not care about the things holding you back, like those extra pounds or the sneaky greys. They adore you for exactly who you are and how you look and are far more focused on the love and attention you give them. 

 

Capture this time in your lives TOGETHER, and you will look back on these portraits with pride and joy, and your kiddos will benefit from the self-esteem boost of seeing themselves happily belonging in their family unit every single day. 

 

  • Intimidated by being awkward in front of the camera?
  • Confused about what to wear for your portraits?
  • Overwhelmed thinking about the printing process?
  • Worried if kiddo will cooperate or smile?
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Let me help with that.

TESTIMONIALS

Stephanie is kind, professional, and so talented! I did my maternity photoshoot with her. What a wonderful experience both myself and my husband had. The studio is cozy, and just perfect! Stephanie has a collection of dresses that you can wear during your photoshoot. I chose two beautiful dresses that worked perfectly with the chosen backdrop. She made us feel comfortable throughout the whole process. We our in LOVE with our pictures! We highly recommend her.

- STEPHANIE DESBIENS

Stephanie was so great to work with. She was so kind and gentle with our baby girl, and so sweet to our toddler who joined for a few photos. Stephanie has a great attention to detail and her photos really capture true beauty. It was very hard selecting what photos to purchase because they were all so beautiful. Stephanie is talented and knowledgeable, I would highly recommend her. We will cherish our artwork forever.

- AMANDA TOMACIC

I couldn't be happier with our photos and prints. Stephanie was so easy to work with that my 4 year old actually asked to have more photos taken! When we went for our ordering appointment she had several examples and different framing and photo book options that you could see in person. No guessing, no surprises. Stephanie provides an exceptional service for her clients, these photos will be on display in our home for decades to come. Thank you!!!!

- TANYA LAUGHLIN

GALLERY

EVERY STEP OF THE process IS PART OF THE EXPERIENCE
1-1
The Planning Experience

A quick phone call to confirm the basic details before scheduling your in-home pre-session planning appointment, where we will discuss your artwork must-haves, ‘vibe’ goals, wardrobe consultation, and I can answer any other questions you may have.

2
The Portrait Experience

An experience that would be just as fun without the end goal of printed artwork, where you get to spend time with your family, laughing and being silly, and truly show up as your authentic selves. I simply make sure to document it in flattering lighting, and provide interactive & candid prompts along the way.

3
The Ordering Experience

You just need to pick your favourites. I take care of all the design work and master retouching, and you get to enjoy your beautiful images and the dopamine rush from excitement and anticipation for delivery day & in-home installation of your ready-to-display artwork.

Your portraits stay with you long after the 'baby era' ends.

As a parent of young children, I get how busy family life can be and that planning a portrait session can feel like just one more item on your to-do list.

This is why I love turning the whole process into an enjoyable experience by keeping everything simple and making all the decisions as easy as possible so that you can have fun with your family and look forward to coming back to create updated artwork of your children that seem to grow at light speed.

Before you know it, they will be getting on the bus for their first day of school, moving out for university, starting a family of their own.

Let's document the journey.

MEET THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Stephanie de Montigny is a neutral-loving work-from-home parent raising babies & businesses at the same time. She enjoys relaxing with a frozen margarita after a fun day of thrifting, going on adventures with her husband and two littles, and collecting hobbies and new skills.

Stephanie’s goal as a Nationally Accredited photographer with over a decade of experience is to celebrate children and families by creating personalized artwork to document their childhood from pregnancy through baby’s first year and beyond. The perks of a full-service studio are all about making your portrait experience go as smoothly as possible and making your decisions as easy as can be. Enjoy the in-home pre-session planning, the prop collection & client closet, the hair and makeup services, the prep guide, the flexible timing for young children, the wall-to-wall delivery, and so much more!

No matter the stage of your family or the age of your child, it is always the perfect time to capture their joyful spirit and celebrate them with heirloom artwork. You are invited to set up a consultation call to go over all of the perks of a full-service studio and see how your family can enjoy the boutique photography experience.

How the Artwork Is Made

STUDIO DETAILS

The full-service studio is located in Almonte, Ontario and outdoor photography is offered at various locations throughout the Lanark, NCR & the Ottawa Valley: Mississippi Mills, Carleton Place, Smiths Falls, Perth, Kanata, Stittsville, Carp, Dunrobin, Constance Bay, Arnprior, Renfrew, Nepean, Barrhaven, Manotick, North Gower, Greely, Kemptville, Orleans, Gatineau, etc. 

Let's chat!

I am so excited to hear from you. Let's chat so we can  capture your family's true spirit and authentic joy.