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Vancouver at-home newborn photos on 35mm film / Newborn Photography by Lorenza Tessari Photography Newborn sessions don’t need to follow a strict schedule or happen in the first two weeks. Every family has their own rhythm, and sometimes the perfect time for photos is when everyone feels ready. This recent session is a beautiful example: […]

Vancouver Newborn Photos on Film / Newborn Photography by Lorenza Tessari Photography There’s something grounding about returning to the same people in a different season of their life. I first photographed Annette and David last August, when they were still waiting for Kaslo. Their days were quieter then, slower, more spacious. This time felt different […]

Jericho Beach Film Family Photography Session On a quiet winter morning, I met a mother and her nine-month-old daughter at Jericho Beach for a motherhood session on film. The beach was calm and peaceful, the winter light soft and gentle, and the sound of the waves created the perfect backdrop for a slow, meaningful morning […]

Vancouver Studio Maternity Session on Film There is something especially meaningful about photographing motherhood on film. Last month I had the joy of documenting a beautiful Vancouver studio maternity session with a mother who was 28 weeks pregnant and her energetic two-year-old son. As a Vancouver maternity photographer, these are the kinds of sessions I […]

How to Choose the Right Vancouver Family Photographer Choosing a family photographer can feel surprisingly personal. You’re not just hiring someone to take photos, you’re inviting someone into your family’s space, rhythm, and relationships. As a Vancouver family photographer, I often hear parents say they’re worried about their kids’ behavior, about what to wear, or […]

(And Why Timing Matters Less Than You Think) If you’re expecting a baby, chances are you’ve already come across advice telling you to book a newborn photographer very early, photograph your baby within a specific number of days, and prepare for a perfectly timed session. While some of that guidance can be helpful, I want […]

Choosing what to wear for maternity photos can feel overwhelming — especially when your body is changing and you’re navigating Vancouver’s unpredictable weather. As a Vancouver maternity photographer, I see firsthand how the right clothing choices can make a session feel relaxed, natural, and true to who you are. My goal is always the same: […]

Vancouver In-Studio Family Photography Session Vancouver In-Studio Family Photography Session There’s something quietly magical about photographing families in a studio — especially when the space is flooded with natural light and the pace is led entirely by the kids. This recent in-studio family photography session in Gastown, Vancouver, was a perfect example of how simple […]

Documentary-Style Maternity Photography in Vancouver // Vancouver maternity photography Some sessions feel less like a photoshoot and more like stepping into a quiet chapter of someone’s life — one they’ll look back on years from now with full hearts. My morning with Annette and David was exactly that. We began in their cozy apartment, the […]

A Morning on Main Street: A Mother–Son Adventure in Vancouver // Vancouver family photographer Some sessions feel like stepping right into a family’s rhythm — slow, tender, and full of small moments that say everything. This September morning on Main Street was exactly that. I spent a few hours with a mother and her son, […]