Motherhood & Family
portrait sessions

The Experience

Saint John NB & beyond

you're in exactly the right place.

Our approach is to preserve your story in a way that feels honest, elegant, and enduring—through portraits designed to live beautifully within your home.

Each session is thoughtfully guided to capture the essence of your connection, from quiet closeness to shared joy, resulting in imagery that reflects the depth, tenderness, and meaning of this chapter.

Motherhood is a profound and fleeting season, worthy of being honoured with intention.

The Experience

Thoughtfully designed and expertly guided, the portrait experience is created to feel seamless, personal, and deeply considered. From our first conversation to the final artwork, every step is handled with care—allowing you to be fully present while your vision is shaped into something lasting.

Whether you’re marking a meaningful season, celebrating a milestone, or simply choosing to be seen, this is an experience rooted in intention and artistry, resulting in fine portraits created to be lived with for years to come.

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We begin with a private design consultation, where your vision, preferences, and intentions take shape. Together, we explore styling, setting, mood, and creative direction, ensuring every detail feels aligned and considered. You’ll receive thoughtful guidance throughout, along with a planning resource designed to make the experience feel clear and effortless.

0.1 design CONSULTATION

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On the day of your session, you’ll be welcomed into the studio and guided through an experience designed to feel calm, supported, and beautifully held. Styling is finalized, details are refined, and you’re gently directed throughout—so you never have to wonder what to do or how to pose. Every element is approached with care, allowing you to feel confident, comfortable, and entirely yourself.

02. portrait Session

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Following your session, you’ll be invited to view your portraits in a private gallery. We’ll meet to review the images together, offering guidance as you select the photographs that resonate most. This is also where artwork options are thoughtfully explored, ensuring your portraits are transformed into pieces meant to be seen, held, and returned to over time.

03. Image Selection

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Your selected images are carefully refined and prepared as finished artwork. Digital files are delivered through a private gallery, and any printed pieces are produced with intention and craftsmanship. Your portraits are then ready to take their place in your home—becoming part of your space, your story, and your everyday life.

04. Final Artwork

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The Process

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We begin with a private design consultation, where your vision, preferences, and intentions take shape. Together, we explore styling, setting, mood, and creative direction, ensuring every detail feels aligned and considered. You’ll receive thoughtful guidance throughout, along with a planning resource designed to make the experience feel clear and effortless.

4-5 Months

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On the day of your session, you’ll be welcomed into the studio and guided through an experience designed to feel calm, supported, and beautifully held. Styling is finalized, details are refined, and you’re gently directed throughout—so you never have to wonder what to do or how to pose. Every element is approached with care, allowing you to feel confident, comfortable, and entirely yourself.

6-9 Months

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Following your session, you’ll be invited to view your portraits in a private gallery. We’ll meet to review the images together, offering guidance as you select the photographs that resonate most. This is also where artwork options are thoughtfully explored, ensuring your portraits are transformed into pieces meant to be seen, held, and returned to over time.

9-12 Months

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Your selected images are carefully refined and prepared as finished artwork. Digital files are delivered through a private gallery, and any printed pieces are produced with intention and craftsmanship. Your portraits are then ready to take their place in your home—becoming part of your space, your story, and your everyday life.

2 years & beyond

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Scheduling

I’m Kelly, a portrait photographer creating images meant to be lived with and returned to. I believe the most meaningful portraits are honest and artful, capturing not just how life looks, but how it feels.

With more than fifteen years of experience, I offer a thoughtfully guided approach shaped by clarity, care, and intention. From our first conversation to the final artwork, every detail is considered—so the experience feels calm, supported, and lasting.

About

I can't wait to welcome you!

frequently asked questions

While it’s never too early to begin planning, we recommend reserving your session at least eight weeks in advance to ensure availability. 

Our studio is located in the heart of Uptown Saint John, New Brunswick—a beautifully considered, loft-style space designed to feel like a refined city escape.

Each portrait session is thoughtfully curated and includes:

A private consultation to design and prepare for your session, Professional hair and makeup styling, Fully guided studio session with expert direction throughout, Multiple looks, wardrobe changes, and studio setups, Access to our curated studio wardrobe and styling pieces, Guided image selection following your session, Artful, magazine-style retouching. Final images delivered through a private online gallery. Archival print artwork, crafted to endure

Every element is intentionally handled to ensure a seamless, elevated experience.

Yes. Our studio offers a curated collection of wardrobe pieces, including flowing fabrics, draping materials, and select gowns designed to photograph beautifully. These pieces are available to complement your session and are styled with care.

Absolutely. Partners are always welcome and encouraged to join for a portion of the session. If young children are participating, we recommend bringing an additional adult to assist, allowing the experience to remain calm and focused.

In the days leading up to your session, we recommend avoiding tight clothing to prevent marks on the skin. A manicure and pedicure a day or two prior is encouraged. Additional preparation guidance will be shared during your planning process.

Once your session is reserved, you’ll receive thoughtful guidance on how to prepare. You may wish to bring:
A nude, strapless bra
Nude underwear 

Not at all. Every session is tailored to your comfort and preferences. Some clients prefer softly draped or minimal imagery, while others choose fully styled looks. The experience is always guided with respect, care, and intention.

Your comfort and confidence are paramount. Professional retouching is included and handled with a refined, natural approach honouring your body while gently enhancing the final artwork. Nothing about the process feels exposed or critical.

Completely. Every session is expertly guided from beginning to end. You’ll receive clear, supportive direction throughout, with thoughtful attention to posing, light, and angles—so you never have to wonder what to do or how to look.

Of course. You’re welcome to share imagery that resonates with you, and we’ll use it as inspiration while shaping something uniquely your own.

You’ll be invited to view your images approximately one week after your session. Final artwork is typically completed within three weeks following image selection.

We accept all major credit cards, EMT and cash.

I have had non-stop compliments!!!

Peter

This experience changed how I see myself — and that is truly everything.

Sarah

Stunned, shocked, obsessed.

Taneesha

Private viewing
and ordering session

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HAIR AND MAKEUP
STYLING

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What's Included?

ACCESS TO
GOWNS AND FABRICS

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Design
Consultation

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FULLY GUIDED
CUSTOM SHOOT

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Every element of your photoshoot is carefully considered, so you can feel relaxed, supported, and fully present throughout the experience.

Let's get started

Let’s begin a portrait experience designed with care, intention, and YOU in mind.

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