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Fall Family Photography in Ottawa – Best locations

Fall Family Photography in Ottawa – Best locations. Fall is such a beautiful time of year. It’s my favourite time of year to do family photos in. The colours are just so pretty and I love being able to accessorize my outfits with scarves and other fun layers. We’re so very lucky to live in Ottawa as the colours here are spectacular this time of year. On top of that, we have so many beautiful places to take family photos in. Below is a list of some of my favourites: 1 – Gatineau Park – Gatineau park is by far … Read more

How to take better photos of your children

Ever wander why it seems so hard to take photos of your little ones? I’ve heard many parents tell me that as soon as they get the camera out, their children flee the scene. There are lots of little tricks that I’ve learned over the years as a professional Photographer that have helped me capture beautiful photos of newborns, babies and kids. While I 100% recommend getting professional newborn photos for optimum results (trust me, it has taken me many years to get to where I am), I do think there are many ways to get great everyday photos of … Read more

Photography safety procedures during Coronavirus

The last few months have been very trying for many due to Covid-19. As businesses start to re-open, I want to assure you that Little Wagon Photography will be taking all possible measures to maintain the safety of your family (and ours) during your family photo session. While Photographers are once again open for business, here are some of the things that I’ll be doing on my end to prevent the spread of the virus: 1 – Maintaining social distance. At this time, Little Wagon Photography will only be offering outdoor photography sessions in the Ottawa area. This will help … Read more

Tips on what to wear for an outdoor family photo session in Ottawa

Considering what to wear for an outdoor family photography session in Ottawa can be a stressful thing for some but it really doesn’t have to be! Here are some tips on how to make this part of the planning fun and stress-free. Allow plenty of time to plan for this occasion. The more time you have, the less stressed you’ll feel. Take some time to go through your Photographer’s website and Pinterest to get some ideas. This will give you lots of inspiration and samples of colours, textures, etc that could work for you. It will also help you decide … Read more

Tips to photograph newborn twins

Photographing twins is a lot of fun but it can also be quite challenging. Here are some tips to make the process of photographing two babies a bit easier. 1 – Since most twin babies are born before 40 weeks, you will most likely photograph newborn twins when they are past 14 days. That is totally ok! Since they were born earlier, I personally prefer giving them that extra time to develop and fill out a bit more. Rest assured that they will still be nice and sleepy for their newborn session. At the end of the day, you want … Read more

Planning the Perfect Outfits for Your Maternity Photo Shoot

There’s no better way to celebrate your unborn than by having a maternity photo shoot. The only problem is: what to wear? It’s easy to get stressed out (especially with pregnancy hormones!) but there are many ways to make choosing an outfit fun and a photoshoot to be proud of. Still worried? Don’t fret, we’ve got you covered. 1. Tight Clothing Not sure what to wear for a maternity photo shoot? A top tip is to wear tight clothing to accentuate your bump. Choose a tight t-shirt or a bodycon dress as it will show your curves and remind you … Read more

Get Holiday Ready: 5 Creative Family Christmas Photo Ideas

Over 2 billion Christmas cards get sent each year. Do the family Christmas photos you send with your cards blend in with the crowd or stand out for their creativity? Break free from the rut of sitting in front of a tree to try something a little more creative this year. Getting creative with your Christmas photo ideas makes your holiday cards more memorable for your recipients and makes them less likely to end up in the trash. Choosing a professional photographer helps you make your Christmas family picture ideas a reality. Your photographer may have some tried and true photo ideas. But … Read more

Avoiding Photo Chaos! 5 Newborn Photoshoot Tips That Will Help Things Go Smoothly

Did you know that there were over 385,000 babies born in Canada in 2018? Every one of these will bring joy to their proud parents. Parents want to look back upon those early months for years to come. For this reason, many parents arrange for a newborn baby photoshoot to capture those special times.  How can you make sure that you have the best photoshoot possible? Check out 5 important tips that will ensure that you have a memorable, and non-chaotic, photoshoot 1. Plan Ahead so the Baby is Safe and Comfortable It should go without saying that safety is the most important … Read more

Taking Maternity Photos: What are the Top Benefits?

Over 300,000 babies are born every year in Canada. That’s a lot of newborns and a lot of pregnant women. If you’re currently among this number of expectant mothers, you may be wondering if you should take maternity photos. With so many other questions pregnancy will bring, this one has an easy answer: yes! There are numerous benefits to having a maternity photoshoot done. Keep reading to learn about just a few of them. 1. Celebrate Baby Most of the biggest events in our lives are captured with professional photographers from weddings to graduations. Having a baby is a big … Read more

4 Key Benefits of Booking an In-Studio Newborn Photo Session

Over 370,000 babies are born in Canada each year. If you have recently welcomed a bundle of joy into the world, preserving memories should be one of your main concerns. The best way to document the first few months of your child’s life is by having photographs made. Instead of trying to take on this difficult job by yourself, you need to hire professionals. With all the photographers in Canada, choosing the right one can be difficult. Before choosing a photographer, take the time to look at their previous work. Once you have settled on a photographer, you will be … Read more