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Sara McConnell Photography ~ Ottawa Christmas Photos
Welcoming a newborn into the world is a joyous occasion, and preserving those first memories through professional photography is an important investment. At Sara McConnell Photography, we take pride in being one of the best Ottawa newborn photographers. Professional Studio Space: We understand the importance of creating a comfortable environment for your whole family. Our dedicated studio space is designed with your baby’s safety and comfort in mind. We have […]
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Flowers, chicks and eggs - must be Easter sessions!
Ottawa Newborn Photographer
What a busy summer! It’s been a long time since I last posted and even longer since entering an iheartfaces weekly challenge. What better week to get back into the swing of things then with …
Just a few newborn photos | Newborn photography has long been associated with marathon sessions. But let me debunk that myth right away. While I do offer longer sessions, I am always delighted to tell clients I offer a fantastic alternative. For families who want a few precious photos of their precious bundle of joy I offer a half-hour newborn session! Upon hearing the question, “Can I book a short […]
Click here to book your Snuggle Session It has been a chilly start to Winter in Ottawa this year and with February around the corner we surely have many more days of deep freeze ahead of us. Rather than waiting Winter out (which lets face it, will be many more months) I am planning to make full use of my warm, freshly renovated photography studio. I love that I am […]
Styling a newborn session | Every newborn session is unique because every family we photograph is unique! We style each and every session to our clients preferences for colours, style, and poses. To start, we discussed with the parents what their ideal colour palette would be. They mentioned that they wanted a mix of pink and purple. But they also wanted to incorporate some neutral tones to balance it out. We absolutely […]
All of my sessions with children are part photography, part play so there is never a time where fun isn’t a part of my plan but Fall definitely provides us with one of my favourite session games: Leaf throwing! I like to start off sessions with more traditional poses because it’s not always easy to pick out leaf pieces from everyone’s hair. For families who like to get in on […]
Fun creekside family photos were even more incredible than I had imagined! The creek was a playful and fun location for capturing wonderful memories with family. Even when the Summer weather is hot and humid the forested creek is a lovely and cool place to retreat to. I haven’t been to this creek for a session in years but I am already planning more dates there. It’s ideal for families, […]
Sweet baby E joined this lovely family mid-June which was perfect timing for a beautiful outdoor Summer newborn session. We met up on a warm Summer evening for their first family photos together as a family of four. I had such a wonderful time at their session and loved reconnecting with them. Big brother had grown up so much since I’d seen him last, it was a joy talking to […]
Sara McConnell Photography ~ Ottawa Newborn Photographer
Limited Edition Holiday Sessions | Orleans Family Photographer
Ottawa Spring Puddle Photo Sessions | Are you looking for a unique and fun idea for your next photo session? Look no further than a giant puddle! Yes, you heard that right – a puddle. Here’s why we think a photo session in a giant puddle is a great idea: As you can see from the looks on everyone’s faces, Ottawa Spring puddle photo sessions are a huge hit with […]
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Family Photos in Downtown Ottawa | “We want family photos but we want something different…” Have you considered an urban setting for your next session? Here are some of the reasons we are heading downtown this Summer for our “Summer in the City” Sessions. There’s an undeniable energy that permeates urban environments. The hustle and bustle of people moving around the city, the sounds of traffic, and even the music […]
Sara McConnell Photography ~ Ottawa Newborn Photos
His hockey photo session in the studio was our first session without his family included. I see Mr. J and his awesome family every year for photos. But the sessions have always been for either the whole family or with his 3 siblings. We always have an amazing time all together, but I have to say; one-on-one sessions with a teen are pretty special. Having the entire studio and my […]
For sessions where you can only see darkened silhouettes it is incredible just how unique and special each families’ Sunsets and Silhouettes Session is! I’m as happy to plan for active and playful photos as much as I am for incorporating more calm and still poses into these special family sessions. Some families like to have a little of everything so we always find just the right types of silhouettes […]
Sara McConnell Photography ~ Ottawa Family Photos
Fun Ottawa branding and headshot photography sessions: I love watching these special sessions come together! Seeing the finished product of a collection of images is always a treat but the whole experience is also something to look forward to. Branding photos and headshots are about amplifying your business’ services and products; connecting with other businesses and clients; and creating unity and cohesiveness for your professional identity. This means we spend […]
Why this family loves Fall photo sessions.
I offer Ottawa Easter photography sessions in studio in the weeks leading up to Easter. These sessions are perfect for adorable photos of babies and children dressed in their special Easter outfits. There is no other holiday all year long that has such sweet outfits in store for little ones! With my new studio offering more space I’m thrilled to offer more than just an Easter set for young children. […]
In Home Ottawa Lifestyle Photography: Now more than ever, our homes are the centre of our lives. We have worked at home, played at home, and learned at home. Wanting to photograph memories in our own homes makes perfect sense. A lifestyle family session is ideal for families who would love to have a collection of photographs that captures how their family spends their time together. It’s also a great […]
Whimsical. Magical. Timeless. Book online today ~Maternity~ Sessions take place at the Sara McConnell photography studio and are for pregnant mama’s ~Nourishing~ Sessions take place at the Sara McConnell photography studio and are for bottle feeding and breastfeeding mama’s ~Petite~ Sessions take place at the Sara McConnell photography studio and are for babies and toddlers (8 months to 3 years, must be sitting independently) ~Babes in the woods~ Sessions take […]
Sara McConnell Photography ~ Ottawa Family Photos
NILMDTS offers parents experiencing the loss of a baby the complimentary gift of professional remembrance portraits.
Motherhood is hard. It’s messy. Oh, so very messy! And it’s not always sunshine and roses. But motherhood is also one of the most incredible experiences and is filled with the most beautiful moments. This year I had the pleasure of welcoming so many great mothers and grandmothers (and the children and spouses who love them!) into the studio for their Mother’s Day photos. These sessions were perfect for helping […]
One of my favourite parts of Sunsets & Silhouettes Sessions is seeing the creative props and ideas that clients bring to their sessions. From dresses that twirl, ribbons, toy dinosaurs, swords, wands, special poses, and action shots, the possibilities are endless. I love that each session is unique and that families can incorporate meaningful items or ideas into their sessions. Ottawa Family Photos
Family photos at the glass greenhouse were better than I could have ever imagined! This session location is brand new this year and I absolutely love it. I will definitely be back again for more family sessions next year. This location would also be beautiful for maternity sessions, I’d love to be back again there soon with expectant parents. Glass greenhouse family photo sessions this June were brand new in […]
Milk Bath Birthday Photography Sessions are offered in my Navan studio. Families in Ottawa looking for a fun but unique first birthday session love milk bath sessions. Bath sessions are fun for babies and offer a beautiful way to capture candid moments of your child playing. The possibilities for accessories, themes and props in the bath are endless. I love the parents’ creativity for this sweet little boy’s first birthday […]
Photos during Fall at an Orleans location was an incredible way to spend an afternoon for families with children of all ages. Not only did we capture beautiful photos and memories for these lovely families but we also had lots of fun. Fall family photos is a popular tradition in our area with clients coming back yearly as an annual tradition. I am honoured that so many families include me […]
Family photos in the Fall is a popular choice for Ottawa families looking to update their albums. This Fall Mother Nature gave us not only gorgeous colours but also lots of warm and sunny days. After dodging rain drops all last Fall, we were all surprised with the amount of pleasant days this Fall. We don’t need the warmth or sun for fun to be had at photo sessions, but […]
Christmas Photo Session | Ottawa Family Photographer
Family mementos are more than welcome to be included in newborn photos. Important items help create special and unique images for families. I’m always thrilled to hear what parents are bringing to their sessions. When I heard these parents were considering bringing a curling rock with them to their little girl’s session I was all for it. This was not my first newborn session that included a curling rock (nor […]
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Splish, splash! These families were so keen to be at the beach and were having so much fun at their family session we ended up in the water by the end of their sessions. We made sure to start our photo taking on dry land to keep everyone’s outfits dry but the cool, clear water was calling all of our names so we finished off the evening with fun and […]
Every year I look forward to the end of the Summer for our annual family photo session with Sara. Our session together has become such a favourite tradition of mine that I can’t imagine a Summer without it. The tradition started nine and a half years ago (which feels like a whole other lifetime!) when Sara brought me to a dirt road in farming country for my maternity photos. A […]
An Ottawa Family Photographer for Busy Families | We understand the juggling act that comes with family life. That’s why we’ve designed our services to cater specifically to your busy schedule. Here’s why we’re the perfect choice for you: First off, we believe in being proactive. We know that unpredictable weather can throw a wrench into your plans, so we preschedule rain dates for outdoor sessions. This way, you don’t […]
It has been a chilly start to Winter in Ottawa this year and with February around the corner we surely have many more days of deep freeze ahead of us. Rather than waiting Winter out (which lets face it, will be many more months) I am planning to make full use of my warm, freshly renovated photography studio. I love that I am able to help families make beautiful memories […]
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Sara McConnell Photography ~ Ottawa Family Photos
Looking for that perfect setting to capture stunning family photos? Well, search no more because Ottawa’s Tulip Festival has got you covered! Trust me when I say its no ordinary session location. This one of a kind festival that happens in May every year turns Ottawa into a colourful wonderland of flowers. The festival is a great opportunity for Ottawa family photos with tulips. Back in 1945, the Netherlands showered […]
For the past two and a half years we’ve been searching for a new studio space for Sara McConnell Photography. When we started searching, the goal was to find a space that would allow me to expand the types of studio sessions I could offer. Since March of 2020 our search has been motivated by the need for a larger studio space that is outside of our home, allowing me […]
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