Last chance for fall portrait sessions - Family Photographer Toronto

It was mentioned in the newsletter but this is the first chance I've had to update the blog. Fall mini sessions are going on. The gorgeous fall colours have started making an appearance and it is a great time to get some photos of the kids to give as gifts this year.

The mini session package includes

- a 30 minute mini session outdoors
- 1 - 8x10
- 2 - 5x7's
- 5 digital files for $400.

Please contact the studio right away at 905-882-1459 as there are only two spots left for mini sessions outdoors for 2011.

There will be a date in November for indoor mini sessions. If you prefer an indoor studio session book now to hold your spot. These mini sessions go quickly as there are only a limited number offered each year.

Eye Am Photography also offers custom holiday cards. They are $75 for 25 cards.

And of course I had to include a photo from a recent session. This little darling was 6 weeks old and just an absolute sweetheart.

Fall 2011 Newsletter - Toronto Holiday Photographer

It's been an amazing summer here in Toronto so far but believe it or not fall is just around the corner. Eye Am Photography has created their first newsletter. It's full of lots of new information and a holiday mini session special.

Please click on this link to view the newsletter. www.eyeamphotography.ca/Newsletter_Fall_2011/Eye_Am_Photography_Fall_Newsletter_2011.pdf

As you know I love to include pictures in my blog posts. I've been very busy with newborn photography sessions lately.


This is sweet little "E" from Ajax.

Ajax newborn baby photographer


And precious little "A" from Maple.

Maple newborn baby photographer

Toronto newborn photographer - Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! 2010 was a fabulous year for Eye Am Photography. The year started off very busy and remained busy right up until the end. Thank you to everyone who helped make it such a great year.

So to start 2011 I would like to post a few pictures and then shortly I'll be posting a winter special.

Here are a few of my favourite recent images.

This is a sweet little baby girl that I have had the joy of photographing from the time she was 3 months old. She is always so happy and a pleasure to photograph.







This adorable newborn from Toronto was one of my most interesting sessions of 2010. Towards the end of the year I lost my voice completely. I offered to postpone the session but his parents were so easy going that they said it was fine that I had no voice. We made do and played a lot of charades.





I just adore images of children and their parents. The love and connection is just so beautiful. I always try to encourage parents to get in the pictures with their children. The time passes so quickly and it is such a special time when they are little.



I have a ton more images to show and will post more soon.

Toronto family photographer - Last mini sessions for 2010

The last opportunity for mini sessions with Eye Am Photography will be on Saturday November 13th. These will be held at the Richmond Hill studio. If you are looking to get a few images for this year to give as gifts or for your holiday cards this is the time to book your session.

Mini sessions are half an hour long. The cost is $300.

You may choose the digital package which includes:
5 - full retouched digital images suitable for printing up to an 8x10.

Or, you may also choose a print package for the same price. The print package includes:
2 - 8x10
5 - 5x7

Please contact the studio line at 905-882-1459 as spaces are limited.

Recently I had the pleasure of photographing some gorgeous families at a portrait party in Markham. I'll post more later but here are some adorable siblings.

Toronto maternity photographer - Simply Stunning

When this gorgeous woman told me she didn't really want any pictures of just herself I was so surprised and practically begged her to let me take a few pictures. Between her husband and myself we managed to convince her to let me take a few pictures of her to capture her stunning pregnant figure.

All kidding aside, I always tell people that it is better to let me take the pictures than not to. You can always choose not to buy an image but sometimes I cannot go back and take a picture at a later date. With pregnancy and newborn sessions usually there is not the opportunity to go back and recapture images.

And of course I'm showing an image of the family which is part of what "J" originally wanted when she set up her portrait session.

Toronto family photographer - Sisters

These girls are so gorgeous. Their entire family is absolutely gorgeous. I had the pleasure of photographing this family as part of the baby plan. The first session I photographed mainly their little sister but during this session I got to meet these twin girls. A baby plan is a great way to capture your baby's first year. You can also use the sessions to capture some family images as well. Here are some images from the 6 month session of this family's baby plan.

Toronto family photographer - The Beaches

I've been meaning to get down to the Toronto beaches to photograph for years and really don't know why I haven't been there before now. I had the pleasure of photographing this fun family. We had such a great time and I think their images really showcase what a happy family they are.

Gift Certificate Sale - Toronto family photographer

As everyone is well aware the new HST is coming. What this means for customers of Eye Am Photography is that as of July 1st you will now be paying 13% tax instead of 8%. I am offering that anyone who would like to purchase a gift certificate now may do so and only pay the PST. Gift certificates can be used for you own session or given to someone as a gift.
The minimum denomination of gift certificates is $500 plus pst. This accounts for the $250 session fee as well as the $250 minimum print purchase.

Contest Winner - Toronto Children's Photographer

It has been a while since I posted about a Fresh Faces contest. Shortly after posting the contest things got super busy and I have been too busy to even contemplate scheduling in a winner. As well there were so many beautiful children that I found it hard to choose a winner. In the end I couldn't choose and had my children pick names out of a hat. Since I have two children we have two winners. Those winners are being contacted by email. Once I have done their sessions, I will post their pics.

Thanks to everyone who entered.

I also wanted to remind everyone about the International Charity Model Search for the Cutest Family. If you would like to book a session so that we can enter a photo of your family in the contest and help raise money for NILMDTS then please contact the studio at 905-882-1459. February is currently booked however I do have a couple of spots left in March.

And what would a post be without a picture. I love this image. It reminds me of my own two children.

International Charity Model Search - Toronto Family Photographer

Eye Am Photography is participating in the International Charity Model Search to select North America’s Cutest Family and to raise funds for the non-profit Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep Foundation. (NILMDTS.org)

Are your loved ones North America’s Cutest Family? We’ll give you the opportunity to prove it! Many exciting prizes will be awarded, and the grand prize winner receives a new car!

Model Search Special:
$75 entrance fee includes a 30 minute model session, one 8x10 and one image submitted to the national gallery.

Finalists will be determined by online votes. Each vote is $1 (no limit on the amount of votes you can cast), and all proceeds from votes benefit Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep (NILMDTS.org).

Grand prize international winner will be determined from the 52 city finalists. The winners will be selected from the finalist gallery by photography and modeling industry experts. The winning family also receives a session with the renowned portrait artist Sandy Puc’ and international recognition.

Call 905-882-1459 now to enter your family in this exciting contest.

*Contest open to residents of the US and Canada. For more information, visit http://sandypucmodels.com/.

More gorgeous families - Toronto family photographer

Here are some more images from the portrait parties.

Portrait Parties - Toronto Family Photographer

What is a portrait party?

It is a fun way to get fine art portraits at a fantastic price. You invite your friends and have a great time while everyone takes turns having their children or family photographed.

Where do we have the party?

The party can be held at your home. That means I bring the lights, backdrop and props to your home and set everything up there. You will need to have a closed off area large enough for me to set up my on-location studio. If this is not feasible for you then you are welcome to host your party at my home-studio.

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Do you provide the invitations?

An online invite you can email to your guests will be provided by me.

Is there a minimum number of people required?

Yes, you will need to have at least 5 guests not including the hostess.

How long is the session and how many images do we receive?

Each guest is given a ½ hour time slot. Each guest will receive a gallery with 10-15 images for them to choose from.

How many people can we include in the session?

You may include up to 5 people from your immediate family. There is a $10 charge per additional person.

What is a reservation fee?

In order to secure a portrait session at the party each guest will need to pay $30 to reserve the spot. This reservation fee is then converted to a print credit after the session.

What will this cost?

The reservation fee is converted to a print credit so essentially the session is free to your guests. They will also receive 20% off my regular print prices and 10% off canvasses. Special collection pricing is also available exclusively for portrait parties and collections start at $75. The host/hostess of the party will receive a free session and further credits and bonuses.

When do we receive our images?

Within 2 weeks of your portrait party, each guest will receive a link to a password protected private online gallery. The gallery will be available to them for 1 week to choose their images. Once payment is received, orders will be ready within 2-3 weeks.

If this sounds like something you would be interested in and would like more information on what you need to do to host a party then email me at anne@eyeamphotography.com or call the studio at 905-882-1459.

And what's a blog post without a photo. "H" has the most gorgeous eyes.

How to get a free session - Toronto Children's Photographer

Tell your friends about Eye Am Photography and you could earn a free session as well as free prints. For every referral that you send to me that books a portrait session you will receive a $50 credit with Eye Am Photography. You can use this credit towards any future session. You can use if for the session fee or for prints or towards any other product. You could even use the referral credits to earn yourself some free holiday cards.

If you did not receive referral cards with your order to give out to your friends, just send me a quick email to anne@eyeamphotography.com and I will send some out to you.

It gets better. Your friends will also receive something free. Just for being your friend, they will receive a free 5x7 when the book a session.

This is just my way of saying thank you to my customers and their friends.

And what would a post be without some pictures. These two adorable children were in the studio just recently for a photography session. They were so much fun and such a joy to photograph.

Holiday Cards - Toronto Family Photographer

I promised everyone holiday cards and here they are. There are many designs to choose from this year. All cards are printed on beautiful 5x7 Euro Art Silk paper. They are folded cards and printing can be done on the inside and back in addition to the design on the front. Cards are available for $3 each and are sold in sets of 25 cards only. Envelopes are of course included.

Holiday mini portrait sessions are taking place around Toronto and York Region as well as in the Richmond Hill studio. Book your session for your children and family soon as the cut off to ensure your prints and cards before the holidays is November 20th.































And of course one for our furry friends.

Holiday Mini Sessions - Toronto Family Photographer

I know that no one wants to hear me say this on such a gorgeous day but the leaves are starting to turn colours. Fall is coming and that means it is time for Fall Photos and of course Holiday Photos.

I have had a few requests for sessions just to get a few images for gifts for family and also for holiday cards. So this year I am offering Holiday Mini Sessions.

The session is $99 and includes 3 - 5x7 images. The sessions lasts half an hour and can include babies, children, pets and of course family. The session includes up to 5 people. Sessions take place in my studio in Richmond Hill or outdoors depending on your preference. There are various outdoor locations around Toronto and and York Region that are available.

Holiday cards are available for $3 per card and are sold in increments of 25. More details to come with samples of the various design in another post.

To book a session, please call the studio at 905-882-1459 or email me at anne@eyeamphotography.com

Eye Am Photography is on Facebook - Toronto Baby Photographer

Become a fan on Facebook by clicking the link below. It will take you to the Eye Am Photography Facebook page and you can then become a fan. It's a great way to keep up with contests and promotions. If you are a client, then you definitely want to become a fan. I will be sharing images from sessions on Facebook that you will be able to share with your friends and family as well.

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One to Share - Toronto Children's Photographer

I haven't shared in a little while and I do apologize. Summer has been very busy and I have lots to share. I will be posting images and more information over the next couple of weeks. Watch for holiday mini sessions as well as special discounts for returning clients.

A few weeks ago I held a contest on the website Child's Life
Recently I had the pleasure of photographing the children of the winner at a beautiful location in Markham, just north of Toronto. Here is one of the images from the session. I will share more images soon.

Delicious Newborn Baby - Toronto Newborn Photographer

Baby "A" was such an angel and slept for pretty much her entire session. She is just so beautiful and delicious. I just love the picture of her and her brother "Z". They look so contented with each other.