Hey, I'm val!

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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Happy family with a golden retriever dog relaxing together on a white bed at home.
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February 4, 2022

At-Home Newborn Session - Robyn and Adam - Ottawa Newborn Photographer

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Bride and groom walking hand in hand through a sunlit garden on their wedding day.
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October 11, 2021

Sylvia and Pat's Fall Wedding at Temple's Sugar Bush - Ottawa Wedding Photographer

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A newborn baby gently grasps an adult's finger in a tender black and white close-up photo.
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June 12, 2021

Ashley and Josh's Backyard Newborn Session - 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 sharing a romantic moment on a bridge with a historic stone building and river in background.
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August 28, 2020

Arianne and Francois Manotick Engagement Session - Ottawa Wedding 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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German Shepherd dog sits in snow while couple embraces in background during winter engagement shoot.
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February 1, 2020

5 Tips for Including Your Dog at Your Next Portrait Session

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Black and white photo of bride and groom holding hands and laughing against a marble wall.
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  • first look

November 9, 2019

Robyn and Adam's Modern Rustic Wedding at Mill St Brew Pub - Ottawa Wedding Photographer

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Couple sharing a romantic moment at golden hour in a field, man in plaid shirt embracing blonde woman in white sweater.
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  • engagement sessions

October 29, 2019

Karli and Travis' country Engagement Session | Ottawa Wedding Photographer

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A smiling couple sits on green grass with two chocolate Labrador dogs in a sunny park setting.
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October 29, 2019

Steph and Mat's Fall Engagement Session at the Arboretum - Ottawa Wedding Photographer

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Bride and groom sharing romantic moment in open green field with sunflower bouquet on cloudy day.
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September 26, 2019

Chantale and Warren's Boho Inspired Wedding at The Herb Garden - Ottawa Wedding Photographer

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Smiling bride and groom embrace near weeping willow tree, bride holding white and blush bouquet.
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May 31, 2019

Ali and Dom Backyard Wedding and Ale Amberwood Lounge Reception - Ottawa Wedding Photographer

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