It's OKAY to Love a photo of yourself! | Simcoe County Women's Portrait Photographer

It's OKAY to Love a photo of yourself! |  Simcoe County Women's Portrait Photographer

I just want to tell you that you do NOT need a reason to have photographs taken of yourself. And that it is OKAY to have no clue what you will do with them.

They do not need to be used online as a headshot, nor be a gift for someone.

Vintage Style Pin-Up Photo Shoot for Mama of 3 - Alliston Ontario Portrait Photographer

Vintage Style Pin-Up Photo Shoot for Mama of 3  - Alliston Ontario Portrait Photographer

Ashley chose a Pin-Up style portrait session to capture her unique beauty and personality. She wanted to capture her playful and empowering side and for a minute, forget that she was a full time stay-at-home Mama.

Finding a way to do something for you - as a Woman and Mother

Finding a way to do something for you - as a Woman and Mother

There was something really special about this session with Lynn.  From our first contact, to the moment she arrived to pick up her printed images, I knew this portrait experience was something she really NEEDED. 

A single mom of 3, her story is full of struggle and triumphs.  Perseverance, resiliency and strength.  It has not been easy for this woman or her family and I could hear the vulnerability in her voice as she told her story to myself and my makeup artist during her session. 

The Women of the Over 40 Portrait Project 2023

The Women of the Over 40 Portrait Project 2023

This past year I have had the honour of photographing dozens of women from all over Central and North Ontario, from Barrie, to Toronto, to Pickering, to St. Thomas. Local women from Beeton and Alliston and women who travelled over an hour in the snow to my studio from Mississauga and Oakville and areas!

Maternity Photography Trends of 2023

Maternity Photography Trends of 2023

Here are some of my favourite “trends” in maternity photography right now in 2023. Although personally, I would not call any of these “trendy” but classic, artistic and made to be displayed proudly on your walls for years to come!

5 Reasons You Should Take Maternity Photos in STUDIO

5 Reasons You Should Take Maternity Photos in STUDIO


There are many ways to document your pregnancy with portraits. Many women opt for outdoor photography.

But as we know, especially those of us here in cold wintery Canada, outdoors may not always be an option.

Have you considered an indoor studio maternity session?

Why you Should Do a Bridal Boudoir Session | Simcoe County Boudoir Photographer

Why you Should Do a Bridal Boudoir Session | Simcoe County Boudoir Photographer

There are many times during your wedding planning process that you may find yourself in front of the camera. From engagement portraits, to showers and parties, and of course, your wedding day!

But have you ever thought about a private intimate session JUST FOR YOU?

I am talking about a Bridal Boudoir session.

Meet Laura- 40 Over 40 Woman's Portrait Experience | Alliston Luxury Photographer

Meet Laura- 40 Over 40 Woman's Portrait Experience | Alliston Luxury Photographer

Why did you decide to participate in this portrait experience?

I am trying to embrace aging and to see beauty at every stage of life. I've always wanted to get portraits done!

Meet Naomi - 40 Over 40 Woman's Portrait Experience

Meet Naomi - 40 Over 40 Woman's Portrait Experience

Why did you decide to participate in the 40 over 40 portrait experience?

I love the idea of celebrating beauty at any age! Women are bombarded with messages of lack and inadequacy and these only get louder as we get older. Time to flip the script! I also love having professional family photos as artwork in my home!

The WHY behind the Photograph - Alliston Ontario Headshot Photographer

The WHY behind the Photograph  - Alliston Ontario Headshot Photographer

Last year, I had the pleasure of working with Bobbi-Jo from Love Bee Photography for a 'Women over 40' campaign she was having. She asked if I would be willing to model 'in my element' as part of the campaign.

It is amazing what we can experience when we quiet the inner critic and fully embrace ourselves in the moment. Even if that moment finds you mid-air in a leap of faith, like it did with me, in this photo.

Over 40 Women of 2022 - Meet Erin | Barrie Portrait Photographer

Over 40 Women of 2022 - Meet Erin  |  Barrie Portrait Photographer

Why did you decide to participate in this portrait experience?

Very rarely is there a photo of myself that I like. As I have gotten older I see less flaws in them, but that is more resignation than anything else. I wanted to see myself and think "WOW". I wanted to not only look beautiful but feel beautiful.

HOW TO PREPARE YOUR SKIN AND HAIR FOR YOUR UPCOMING PHOTO SHOOT | ALLISTON PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

HOW TO PREPARE YOUR SKIN AND HAIR FOR YOUR UPCOMING PHOTO SHOOT  | ALLISTON PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

Preparing your hair and skin is super important before you big portrait experience! Read on for some tips on what to do, and what not to do, before your session with Love Bee Studios.

40 Over 40 Experience - Meet Nilakshi | Alliston Beauty Photographer

 40 Over 40 Experience - Meet Nilakshi  |  Alliston Beauty Photographer

I look forward to sharing these photos proudly with my Children and my Grandchildren someday. You work wonders Bobbi-Jo and I have the highest regard for the work that you do. Thank you for making this moment a tangible one that I can look back on fondly.

FOTINI - In her Element | The Story of a Woman

FOTINI - In her Element | The Story of a Woman

I had a wonderful experience working with Bobbi-Jo for a unique “in her element” experience where these two incredibly talented photographers joined their camera forces and helped me shine “in my element”! We have recently moved and this special experience truly made me feel at home here in our new space! The connection and creativity shows in every photo I received! What a gift this was! Thank you from my whole heart for capturing these moments of me in my element at our ‘home sweet home’

Life after 40 and an Unofficial Announcement | Alliston Ontario Photographer

Life after 40 and an Unofficial Announcement | Alliston Ontario Photographer

For the first time since my twenties - easier to get in front of a camera!

I am still uncomfortable, still nervous, and still do not LOVE all the photos afterward - but for once, I LOVE most of them. And I have fun taking them!

Now I want YOU to feel the same! It has become my mission to get more women over 40 in front of MY camera! To feel liberated and empowered. To feel BEAUTIFUL. To have an experience like no other - getting pampered with hair and makeup and then to leave my studio and want to come back for more photos! And of course, to tell all your friends!