"Ottawa Maternity, Newborn & Family Photography Blog | Sonia Gourlie Fine Art Photography"

Playful children’s photography: Little girl sitting on the ground, gently touching her dog’s nose, capturing a tender moment in a natural photo session

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Lets Discover playful children’s photography tips for capturing natural, moments with creative setups and fun activities in Ottawa, perfect for family portraits. Children’s photography is all about capturing genuine expressions, laughter, and wonder. The key to achieving this? Creating playful spaces where kids feel comfortable and free to be themselves.

Playful Children’s Photography Tips

Baby's first birthday session in our Ottawa studio, sitting on a charming wooden tricycle, capturing a playful and timeless milestone moment.

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Creative and Unique First Birthday Session Ideas to Capture Your Baby’s Big Milestone
Beyond the Cake Smash – Memorable and Meaningful Photo Session Concepts

Your baby’s first birthday is a once-in-a-lifetime milestone, and capturing it with a photo session is a beautiful way to preserve those fleeting memories. While the classic cake smash is always a fun option, there are countless creative ways to celebrate and showcase your little one’s personality. Whether you’re aiming for sweet and simple or playful and whimsical, here are some unique first birthday session ideas to inspire you.

Unique First Birthday Session Ideas

Baby girl in a pink floral dress and ruffled skirt enjoying a cake smash during her first birthday session, surrounded by elegant pink and white floral decorations, fairy lights, and butterfly accents.

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Cake Smash Photography Ottawa – Capture Your Baby’s First Birthday Your baby’s first birthday is a once-in-a-lifetime milestone, and what better way to celebrate than with a fun, messy, and adorable cake smash photoshoot? At Sonia Gourlie Fine Art Photography, we specialize in Cake Smash Photography in Ottawa, creating timeless, joy-filled images that beautifully capture […]

How to Plan the Perfect Cake Smash Photoshoot

A little boy in a cowboy hat taking a photo of his dog with a vintage camera outdoors in Ottawa, Ontario, during the fall. Surrounded by vibrant autumn leaves and golden sunlight, this charming moment captures the bond between the boy and his pet, perfect for the best photoshoot timings during the fall season for pet and children photography.”

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Discover the best time for pet photoshoots and tips for scheduling the perfect session with your furry friend. Get stunning results by understanding your pet’s routine, personality, and ideal timing.

The Best Time for Pet Photoshoots: A Complete Guide

Pregnant woman cradling baby bump, illustrating when to book a maternity session in a fine art photography setting by Sonia Gourlie.

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Wondering when to book a maternity session? The best time for maternity photos is between 28-36 weeks. Learn when to book a maternity session with Sonia Gourlie Fine Art Photography and enjoy timeless, artistic maternity portraits with a curated wardrobe for an unforgettable experience.

When to Book a Maternity Session

"A toddler in a spring studio setting, surrounded by soft pastel colors and floral accents, capturing the innocence and charm of childhood."

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Spring is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate the season than by capturing beautiful moments of your loved ones? We are excited to announce our Spring Enchanted Mini Sessions 2025! These Spring Mini Portrait Sessions will be held in March 2025 and are the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories.

Spring Mini Portrait Sessions 2025 – Capture the Joy of Spring!