Experience
MATERNITY, NEWBORN, AND FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER IN GUELPH ONTARIO
Family photos are not just an end product, they are an experience. Of course my goal is to get you beautiful images to display in your home, but I want to give you more than that. The way you feel throughout the experience is just as important as the end result. That is why I choose to offer a luxurious service including wardrobe, planning, and physical products. You will walk away from this journey with real memories, stunning photos, and art for your home!
Beautifully Curated Wardrobe Styling
As a professional photographer in Guelph, I want you to fully enjoy your session without the stress of wardrobe planning. That’s why I offer a convenient client closet stocked with stylish, camera-ready outfits for everyone—babies, kids, and adults.
I know what a load it is to have the responsibility of shopping for the whole family, trying your best to coordinate the colours, googling what outfits look best on camera, and the worst part - returns and exchanges when items don’t fit! When you book your portrait session, you can choose from a variety of beautiful dresses, rompers, onesies, and more. I’ll have everything prepped and ready, so we can easily switch between outfits without any interruptions.
All clothing is carefully cleaned and maintained, so you don’t have to worry about spills or messes made while wearing the outfits. That is for me to take care of! At the end of the session, you get to leave the wardrobe behind, and go home in your cozy, clean clothes you arrived in.
“Highly recommend Holly for any of your photography needs. She is very professional and talented at what she does. Very happy with our photos and will be using Holly frequently for our future family photos.”
-Karissa
Professional Help Creating Wall Art
Printing photos - we all want to do it, so why does it never happen?! There are endless options out there for printing and displaying photos. It truly is overwhelming trying to decide what’s best.
Imagine having a professional photographer by your side, guiding you through all your options, sharing their expertise, and ensuring you receive high-quality products! I’ll be by your side, making sure that after this photoshoot, your photos ACTUALLY make it to the wall!
The inquiry form is to collect some basic information about you, your family, and your needs for your portrait session. You can find the inquiry form on my contact page, or click any ‘INQUIRE NOW’ button - like this one!
Step 1. Inquiry Form
After your inquiry, expect to hear from me within 2 business days. I encourage you to book a consultation call for us to get to know each other better and learn more details, but I’m also down to opt out of the call (I’ve got your back introverts!) and instead email back and forth about the details. I’m sure your plate is already full, so please pick whichever best suits YOU!
Step 2. Discuss Details
Step 3. Confirm Booking
Once we’ve decided we’re all set to move forward, I will send over a contract and invoice for the session fee. Once the fee and contract are collected, you’re officially in the books! Woohoo!
At this point we’ve gotten familiar with each other, but I like to dig a little deeper to make sure I create the perfect photo session for you. I’ll send you a questionnaire to learn more about what kinds of things your kids love so I can connect with them at the session, what makes photos special to you so I can make sure I capture that, and overall collect the essence of how I will customize this session to be perfect for your family. The questionnaire is also where you get to pick out your wardrobe pieces from the client closet - one of my favourite parts!
Step 4. Photo Day!!!
I’ll have your wardrobe pieces cleaned, steamed, and ready to go. If there’s young kids included, we’ll take a bit of time to get acquainted and familiar with the environment. There is absolutely no rush and no rules about how we structure this part. I like to follow the kids or baby’s lead. If they’re shy and nervous, we’ll start with snuggle photos, if they’re absolutely wired and full of energy then we’ll start with some running and jumping games to burn off steam. I will adapt to YOUR family’s needs.
Step 5. Ordering Appointment
About one week after your session, we will have your design and ordering appointment. This is where you view your photos for the first time, select your digitals, and pick out your art. I will have my samples and some mockups prepared so you can really visualize your options.
Designing wall art and albums can be burdensome and overwhelming. This is why I like to do this together and in person so I’m right there to answer all your questions on the spot and we can get it all sorted within an hour or so, as opposed to the task hovering over your head for months!
Step 6. Receive Your Art
Your purchased digitals are delivered through an online gallery link where you can view and download your images. Your wall art and albums are delivered right to your door!