Meet Sonia Gourlie | Ottawa Fine Art Photographer Capturing Timeless Moments"

Your children, you and your family are one of a kind. Their portraits should be as well!!
 "Photography is the art of freezing time—allowing you to hold onto the moments that matter most."

Because the little moments today become the cherished memories of tomorrow.

Welcome to Sonia Gourlie Fine Art Photography! We specialize in maternity shoot photography, cake smash photography, and milestone sessions in Ottawa. Whether you're looking for a pregnancy photoshoot near me or a maternity photo session, we capture timeless moments for your family."

"I'm Sonia Gourlie, a fine art photographer and proud mother of four, passionate about capturing the beauty of life's most precious moments. Specializing in newborn, maternity, children, and family photography in Ottawa, I create elegant, light-filled portraits that feel natural, timeless, and full of emotion.

With years of experience and training in fine art photography, I’ve honed my craft to create stunning heirloom images that tell your unique story. My warm and personalized approach ensures every session is relaxed and enjoyable, allowing authentic connections to shine.

As both a photographer and a mother, I understand how quickly these moments pass—and how important it is to preserve them. I’d love to help you create beautiful, lasting memories for your family. Let’s capture something truly special together!"

Let's make your dreams a reality.

I can't wait to get started in creating YOUR perfect heirloom Keepsakes.

Warmest Greetings,
Sonia

Let's make your dreams a reality

         Some of the Awards And Accreditations I have received

  • PPOC ( Professional Photographers of Canada) Accredited Children and Newborn Photographer
  • APNPI ( Accredited Professional Newborn Photographers International) QNP Certification
  • PPOC Tibor Horvath Award of Excellence Award 2021 -Ontario Salon Competition 
  • PPOC Best In Class Group Award in 2021 -Ontario Salon Competition 
  • Cosmo International Photography award - 2nd Place in Newborn Category in 2020 &2021
  • APNPI  International Competition 2021- 1st place milestone, 1st place children, 2x2nd places in Creative Category and 2x 3rd places in Children Category 
  • Cosmo international photography awards -2nd Place in Newborn Category 2020 
  • Legacy International photography Competition 2020 - 2nd Place in Infant Category 
  • WPPI -2020 -  3 Silver awards in the Children and Pet Categories 
  • WPE -2020 -  5 Silvers and 2 Bronze in 1he Children Categories 
  • Portrait Masters 2020 - 2 Silvers and 3 Bronzes with distinction in children Categories 
  • International baby photo awards - Top 10 photographers of 2020 Internationally. acclaimed photographers
  • APNPI 2020 -  3rd Place in the Milestone category 


Photography Awards

If you Choose any Prints or Albumes , they will arrive Two to four weeks after the reveal appointment the beautiful museum grade products arrive and they can be delivered or picked up.


artwork arrives

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After your session, you'll receive a soft-proof gallery to select your favorite images. Once you've chosen your package, you'll receive a final, stunning HD online gallery with fully edited photos, ready for download and sharing.

OnLine Gallery 

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This is when the magic happens. We implement all your specifics and create a photoshoot of your dreams.
We never rush and we provide light snacks. Your comfort is paramount.

session date

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Here we talk about your aspirations for the photoshoot. We discuss wardrobe, location, and all the fine details is discussed to obtain  the look and feel that you want.

the consultation

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This is more than a portrait session, it is an experience