I had the opportunity to chat with a chiropractor friend of mine, Dr. Elizabeth Carter, about minimizing low back pain that often accompanies pregnancy. I’ve experienced it twice myself, and many of my clients often speak of the discomfort, so I set out to find some actionable tips for the next time it comes up in conversation. Luckily, we were
Are you ready to look great while helping support your community? count me in! Pure Natural Portraits, owned & operated by Stephanie de Montigny, is an inclusive business & safe space for everyone. All individuals are welcome to participate in fundraising efforts and everyday service offering, including but not limited to the Neurodivergent, BIPOC and LGBTQ2S+ communities. While the studio
the artist Hi, I’m Stephanie. I am a neutral-loving work-from-home parent raising babies & businesses at the same time. I enjoy relaxing with a frozen margarita or snuggling up on the couch for a romcom. I believe thrifting could be considered a sport, going on adventures with my family is all the exercise I need, and collecting hobbies & new
As much as I love photographing newborns, helping capture the unique personalities of young children holds an even bigger piece of my heart. Creating pieces of art for the walls for them to see themselves on a daily basis and know that they are loved and celebrated for exactly who they are. They’ve even conducted studies that show seeing oneself
Did you know that I very much enjoy giving the big kids the same attention as I would any other child? Capturing them as they are and celebrating their unique personality, no matter how grown they are, offers the same confidence boost and reassurance of love. And THAT is why I do what I do: the joy the art brings
If you’ve ever been to Almonte, you know just how beautiful the community is: the landscape, the buildings, the people. This year, Fall has been extra amazing! Between the night market to kick off the season, all of the lovely leaves and changing colours, and the month-long activities in October for the Highland Haunt, it’s been jam-packed with goodness. What
In those final weeks of pregnancy, it can feel like the rest of the world is impatiently waiting to rush in and meet your baby as soon as they arrive. But what if that’s not what you want? What if, instead, you’re yearning for some quiet, private time with your newborn? It’s okay to want that, and it’s okay to
I have my favourite locations across Ottawa, Lanark County and the Valley, but it is even more exciting when I get the honour of photographing a family on their own land. Whether it be a lakeside property, a forested area, or a full-fledged farm like this one, it presents a beautiful opportunity to create even more meaningful portraits. World, meet
Behind the Lens: What Safe Newborn Photography Really Looks Like Did you know that safety knowledge is just as important as artistic talent in your newborn photographer? As a nationally accredited newborn photographer, I’ve seen firsthand the importance of combining the art of photography with the utmost care for our littlest subjects. I have been honoured with the privilege of
Somewhere along the way, society made us feel like we need to have magazine-cover-worthy decor and pinterest-perfect houses to have the luxury of enjoying wall artwork. I don’t know about you, but I have two children, so my house is cluttered, messy, and lived in. And I still get to enjoy the artwork hanging in my home. I may not