I will make this short and sweet, as I am here to share some recent images of newborns that I had the pleasure of photographing. Please be sure to check out my Pricing here, as well as any current events or Promotions.
I thought I would write about the whole newborn photography experience. Many parents tell me they have no idea what to expect as this is either their first time booking a photographer, or it is their first baby. So, let's start with when to book. Some parents book months in advance, and others book last minute. Either is fine with me, except for during the summer through to late fall as things are hectic with sessions during those months. Maternity sessions (if this is something you are interested in), are done anywhere between 32 and 37ish weeks. Newborn sessions are booked for anywhere between 1 and 2 weeks ideally, but sometimes life happens and we meet when the baby is 1 month. That is fine too, but babies become more alert and awake after the first month.
When you first arrive at my home-based studio, we will get the baby changed into a cute little outfit, which in turn will probably wake them up and they will decide to eat (again). Generally, the first little portion of the session is spent soothing the baby, and probably feeding them. I do like to start with wrapping them as that helps to put them to sleep. I like to place the baby in one of my selected props (boxes, baskets, beds), for posing. I also use a beanbag for those adorable squishy, sleepy baby photos.
I like to keep the studio warm as babies do prefer a warmer environment to feel comfortable. Immediate family are always welcome in the photos, except for the mini newborn sessions as they only focus on the baby. If you have a toddler coming, we normally start with the family portraits in the beginning so they don't get bored and impatient. There are a few parks, a library, and a Tim Horton's down the road from my studio. Another parent or guardian is more than welcome to take their other child(ren).
Babies tend to be hungrier when they come to the studio, so I ask parents to be prepared for a little more than usual. There is seating, so breastfeeding or bottle feeding is comfortable for you. I have a changing table available for your use as well.
Be sure to check out any current promotions here Promotions, and my packages and pricing page here Pricing
I also offer in-home newborn sessions if that is something you are interested in. Please see the above links for any information.
]]>I am going to share some of my past to present sessions and keep you up-to-date that I offer a variety of photography services. Boudoir, maternity, baby(6 month to 1 year), newborn, and family photography. Once in awhile I will also do a wedding here and there :) Reach out if you are looking to get your photos done.
It's been quiet around here, and things are starting to pick back up again. I gave the studio a refresh, and it looks more modern, rich and new <3 I am looking forward to having more sessions in the studio to showcase the new paint colour and a few new props and wraps etc. :)
I am sharing a few of my favourites from recent sessions to keep you up to date and let you know I am still here! Outdoor sessions are on the horizon and I couldn't be happier about that. If you are looking for a photographer in the Guelph and surrounding area, I am your woman! Contact me if you have any questions or if you would like to set something up.
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I thought maybe catching up with sharing photos would be a good idea. Some of you may be thinking I am just taking photos of my personal life, which I try to do daily, but I do actually see people, that hire me ;) I am going to fill this blog with a bunch of beautiful families that I had the pleasure of working with over the past few months :) I hope you enjoy them as much I did :)
If you are interested in booking a session please feel free to reach out to [email protected]. You can also see more info and current promotions here
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2020 certainly was challenging and scary and confusing, but hopefully, things are looking up for everyone :) Here is a cute post on some cute babies. I hope I am able to start capturing more very, very soon!
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In this line of work, comparison rears its ugly head (a lot), and I have been trying, for years it seems like, to not get stuck in that shitty mindset. Winter is usually when it is at its worst. During the summer and fall, I am too busy to think about it, but things always slow down during the winter months and I always get depressed, compare myself to others and I hate every second of it. Hopefully this winter I will keep myself busy with learning and doing all of the things that get pushed back when I am too busy. I won't be entering any photo competitions this year as I am starting to realize that they mean nothing (to me at least). I know I take nice photos, my clients know I take nice photos, so I don't always need to reassure myself by entering photos and having random people judge them. Every photo can't be awesome, that would be impossible. But to at least keeping my clients happy and to keep myself happy, I think is enough. So on a lighter note, here are some cute photos of some babies <3
Well, here I am catching up on the April and May sessions. I am looking forward to meeting new families and familiar faces this summer :) Please enjoy. Also, I have a June promotion posted here June Promotion
Anywho, I am sharing some of my favourites from March. Please contact me if you are wanting to set up an upcoming session as available time slots become more limited in the summer and fall due to my kids being home and being away/booked up on the weekends. Newborn/maternity sessions are booked in your 2nd trimester to ensure I do have availability. Please check out my Promotions page to see current promotions. The mini maternity promotion will be ending soon, so you may want to take advantage sooner than later :)
Phew! We made it through February and I was lucky enough to see a few babies last month. February is normally a slower time for photographers, a time to focus on behind the scenes stuff and for learning etc. I spent a lot of February dealing with the winter blues. I have to be honest, it was a tough one this year. I seem to be clambering my way out, but wowzers, I feel like I aged a decade over this winter.
Thank goodness for my job, where I get to snuggle babies and then send them on their merry way ;) Don't get me wrong, I love babies, but thinking about what life was like when we had babies in the house makes me remember how hard it was. Yes, I am dealing with sassy kids now, but a screaming newborn and the constant feeding... But, I made it through and so will you or you already have! I also did my first boudoir session and had a blast and I am so excited to do more!
I will finish this little blog post with some adorable little babies and some beautiful women <3
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So my friends decided to have a winter wedding, and a winter wedding they got! We had a crazy winter storm that day that didn't let up until the wee hours of the morning. Their wedding was at Lakeview by Carmen's in Hamilton, which is right on Lake Ontario. All day and night we kept staring out the windows in awe of the massive waves and the snow that was blowing on a 45-degree angle.
Besides the crazy weather, it didn't seem to make much difference for these 2 love birds. I have known them for years and they are truly sweet to one another. You could feel the love in the room. We all had a blast and I would totally do it again (if it was in the summer ) ;) Please enjoy some images from their big day.
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Maternity sessions are normally booked in your second trimester and newborn sessions are normally booked around the same time. Last minute bookings are available but limited. Booking in advance is recommended.
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Please check out my current promotion here Promotions
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Please be sure to be in the know with my current Promotions. I have a newborn promotion running now, so be sure to contact me to set up your session. Newborn sessions are generally booked while women are in their 2nd trimester to ensure I have available space. Last minute spaces are available, however, they are limited.
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Well, here's to another great year and I hope I reach some of my goals and continue looking like I'm 25 ;) At least I feel that way (sometimes).
Here are a few of my recent personal favourites. Obviously most of them will be of my offspring <3
