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Hello and welcome to my blog! I'm a plant-collecting and puppy cuddling photographer based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Thanks for stopping by!

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“But the most beautiful things in life are just not things. They’re people and places, memories and pictures. They’re feelings and moments and smiles and laughter.”

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Smiling blonde woman in a blue blouse holding a red decorative plush toy while seated indoors.
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March 7, 2026

Doula Branding Session for Haven Doula - Ottawa Birth Newborn and Brand Photographer

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Group of friends laughing and shaking cocktail shakers at outdoor birthday party with gold decorations.
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September 25, 2021

70s Themed Cocktail Workshop with Coupe and Mixer - Ottawa Branding Photographer

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A plus-size woman in a gray sweater smiles outside a pink floral doorway with sunglasses on her head.
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February 15, 2021

Winter Branding Session with Ashley Beaudin - Ottawa Lifestyle Photographer

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Romantic couple embracing on a bridge near a historic stone building by water.
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September 17, 2020

Best Portrait Locations in Ottawa - Ottawa Photographer

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Couple walking two brown dogs along a scenic autumn park pathway.
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June 9, 2020

How to Prepare for your Photo Session - Ottawa portrait photographer

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Family of four posing outdoors in a green park with autumn trees and a farm silo in the background.
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May 28, 2019

Patrick Guindon Artist Branding and Family Session - Ottawa Portrait Photographer

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