Category: Blog
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What’s The Difference Of A Full-Service Studio?
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE OF A FULL-SERVICE STUDIO? A NATIONALLY ACCREDITED BOUTIQUE PHOTOGRAPHER? When reading “full-service” you probably immediately thought of a gas station—and that is exactly right! You pull up to the pump, tell the attendant what type of gasoline you want and the quantity, and then sit back and relax while the entire thing… Read more
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Do Good, Look Good | Business Portraits for Charity (Dress for Success)
Are you ready to feel empowered & help support your local community? count me in! Pure Natural Portraits, owned & operated by Stephanie de Montigny, is an inclusive business & safe space for everyone, and all individuals are welcome to participate in fundraising efforts & everyday service offering, including but not limited to the Neurodivergent,… Read more
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The Best Time To Book A Newborn Photography Session?
When Should I Schedule My Newborn Photo Session? One of the most frequently asked questions in the world of newborn photography is about the best time to schedule a newborn session. There are actually two timeframes to consider in the answer. The best time to book, to do the research and choose a photographer, is… Read more
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7 Reasons To Invest In Wall Portraits Of Your Family
1. So much more than just decor Wall portraits are a timeless & classic way to display family memories, document important life moments, and celebrate your favourite people. 2. Boost their self-confidence Wall portraits create a sense of belonging and identity within a family, and studies have proven that seeing themselves on the wall can… Read more
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4 Things You Can Count On When Working With Stephanie As Your Photographer
Choosing a professional photographer to work with can sometimes feel like a daunting task if you don’t know what you are looking for or where to look. The basics are the image STYLE, the ARTWORK available for creating, the LOCATION and how far you are willing to travel, and the PERSON behind the camera. Are… Read more
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Mississippi Mills Business Holiday Fundraiser | Do Good, Look Good
Festive Photos for the Food Bank What’s better than getting together with all my local business friends for breakfast at the Almonte Civitan (including crispy bacon and fresh croissants!) before the sun rises? Doing it while raising money for the local food bank! The local Mississippi Mills businesses came together for some festive business portraits… Read more
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Light Up The Night, An Almonte Christmas Tradition
An Almonte Christmas Tradition Every season, the friendly town of Almonte gathers on Mill Street for a holiday concert, some festive treats and shopping, and a beautiful light show as all of the town’s Christmas lights are lit (with the help of ol’ St. Nick!). This year’s weather was a slow drizzle of wet snow… Read more
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Almonte’s Holiday Night Market Was A Great Success!
Holiday Shopping In Almonte Every season, the friendly town of Almonte and it’s merchants (Destination Almonte) put on a beautiful street market. This year’s holiday night market was a beautifully warm night for approaching winter and perfect for a cup of hot chocolate while strolling Mill Street. I had the honour of photographing the shops… Read more
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8 Perks of the Boutique Photography Experience & Full-Service Studio | Lanark & Ottawa Family Photographer
1 NATIONALLY ACCREDITED & EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONAL Stephanie celebrated twelve years in business in the spring of 2023, is Nationally Accredited by the Professional Photographers of Canada (PPOC) in the specialty of newborn portraiture, and has often been featured in the media as an industry expert. 2 PRE-SESSION PLANNING The pre-session planning appointment takes place in… Read more
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The 2023 Teddy Bear Picnic Day Fundraiser for CHEO was a Great Success!
I am thrilled to announce that the inaugural Teddy Bear Picnic ‘Portraits in the Park’ fundraiser for the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) was a great success and we were able to raise over $350 for the kids! we did it! thank you for your support Check out all of these lovely portraits of… Read more