TORONTO FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER
Because they won’t be little forever…
I’m Erika – and I’m a Toronto family photographer.
I’ve been a photographer for over 15 years but it wasn’t until I had my own son that I truly understood and appreciated, at the deepest possible level, how important it is to document your moments together.
As a mama, I know that life isn’t always picture-perfect, but I do know that as adults, we put so much pressure on ourselves for it to look that way that we often miss out on the special moments. That’s why I do things a little bit differently. I’m all about slowing down, relaxing, and letting go of expectations. I’m about capturing your family exactly as it is: already perfect!
I’m not the kind of photographer who will ask you to stop, pose and smile – I’m the kind of photographer who has fun during sessions, uses prompts and games to evoke emotion from the little ones, and brings incredible patience to every session.
SOMETIMES YOU WILL NEVER KNOW THE VALUE OF A MOMENT UNTIL IT BECOMES A MEMORY
…you deserve to be in the photos too!
You don’t need a “reason” to take photos. You can take photos during the monumental events and you can take photos at any random time. You don’t need to lose “those last 5 pounds”, buy new clothes or do anything else to justify why you should or should not take photos. You are loved and you love others: that’s reason enough
WHY YOU SHOULD TAKE
FAMILY PHOTOS
When I step back from my role as a Toronto family photographer and think about life as a mom, it really puts things in perspective and answers that important question.
In the blink of an eye, I went from bringing home by 6-pound baby from the hospital to having a 7-year-old who gets funnier and sweeter by the day. I love having photos of him – he’s my everything! I realized, though, that he also wants photos of me. He wants to see me in the photos because I, too, am his everything.
Parents spend too much time behind the camera taking the photos; you deserve to be in the photos too. Your children will always appreciate the photos you take of them, but they’ll cherish the photos that have you in them too.
Lifestyle Sessions: Starting at $475
Lifestyle sessions start at $475 for 1-hour of documentary-style coverage, with a gallery of all your high-resolution, beautifully edited photos.
For longer sessions, sessions, extended family sessions or to book multiple sessions, a custom quote can be provided.
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Lifestyle photography is for all moments; maternity, newborn, and family but also for birthdays, reunions, and all the moments in between.
What makes us
different?
We’re not like other photographers; we do things a little differently around here.
We believe in connection – between those who are being photographed and between you and me. We believe in a shared vision, accurate communication and trust.
We believe in patience, building rapport, and keeping everyone comfortable. We believe in making your photography experience feel like hanging out with a new friend.
WORKING WITH YOUR TORONTO FAMILY
PHOTOGRAPHER
Whether you’re taken family photos before or are completely new to the game, we like to make sure that all folks and families know what to expect from their lifestyle photography experience. We like to start with discussing exactly what lifestyle photography means:
CAPTURING REAL PEOPLE DOING REAL THINGS
+ FEELING REAL EMOTIONS
GENTLE GUIDANCE TO CLIENTS FOR POSING IDEAS + INSPO – NO STIFF POSES or “SAY CHEESE”
YOU’RE NOT ALWAYS GOING TO BE LOOKING AT THE CAMERA AND THAT’S OKAY!
GOING IN WITH THE EXPECTATION OF MAKING MEMORIES AND LIVING IN THE MOMENT – NOT WITH BRIBING YOUR KIDS TO “BE GOOD”
DO YOU HAVE SPECIFIC QUESTIONS?
Let’s Chat
THE PROCESS
01
Fill out the contact form
It all starts with a ‘hello’! Use our contact form to send us a message or email directly at info@ten2tenphotography.com
It helps us to know what type of memories you’re looking to capture and the general timeframe you’re hoping to book within.
02
Let’s connect and share visions
Working together means collaborating on our visions. We want to hear about the story you want to tell, and we’ll provide you with a plan on how to bring them to life. (Sharing a vision does not mean sharing a Pinterest board; we like to capture your story – not a version of someone else’s!)
03
Setting a date, time, and location
Most shoots happen on weekday evenings at sunset; only a select number of weekend dates are available and they book up fast. Sunset is the best quality of light and key to our style for outdoor sessions; indoor can happy at any time of day. We’ll suggest a location that works with your vision and goals.
04
Gallery delivery + printing options
We’ll deliver your gallery, about 2-4 weeks after the sessions via a private online gallery that has direct access to our professional print lab. We highly recommend that clients invest in quality prints or albums for many reasons. If printing isn’t right for you, we’ll provide you with information on how to best ensure the safety of your digital files.
KIND WORDS
“It was easy, relaxing and felt so natural.”
Erika was our wedding photographer; so we knew that when our little one arrived we wanted her there for newborn photos too. The session was relaxed, easy and took place in the comfort of our home so that we could tend to our daughter easily when she needed it. It was a fantastic experience and we adore our photos.
– Stephanie + Ken
FAQ
Location +
Travel
Questions
Are you only a Toronto family photographer or do you travel?
I only consider myself a Toronto family photography because I live here – but I do service all areas of the GTA and beyond!
Please note, though, that while we’re happy to travel in and out of the city, our “Neighbourhood Sessions” are limited to the Port Union neighbourhood only.
Do you charge travel fees and how much are they?
In the event travel fees are required, it’s $0.60/km beyond the 60km radius of our location. If you’re far enough away and overnight accommodations may be required, but let’s chat more about that!
We’ve had clients from Kingston, Ottawa and Sudbury over the years and are happy to continue servicing all of Ontario.
General
Questions
What do we do if it rains?
Bright sun, overcast and even cloudy days are totally fine, but rain is another problem. Nobody wants to get soaked during a session so we’ll make the call a few hours before as to whether we choose a rain date or not. We always wait to within 24 hours of the session (or less) to make the call since it’s most accurate.
Should I book a mini-session or a regular session?
I offer mini-sessions on demand (aka our ‘Neighbourhood Sessions’) for folks who want a short and sweet snapshot of time. Mini sessions are fast past sessions and not always the best choice for kids who can get easily overwhelmed or who may be unpredictable (like toddlers – trust me, I’ve been there before with my own kiddo!)
What if my kids don’t
behave or smile?
I do things a little different; I’m about relaxing, having fun, celebrating moments and embracing the chaos or calm – whichever live brings us that day. There should be no expectations around a child’s behavior when you are opting for lifestyle photographs, it kind of defeats the purpose of choosing this style of photography.
Can you photoshop out my double chin?
We are a body positive company and we believe that bodies should not be artificially manipulated. You are loved exactly as you are!
I know everyone is on a different journey when it comes to loving their bodies, so if you’re truly adamant about altering your body, let’s have a discussion and see how we can best serve you.
5 REASONS TO FIND A TORONTO FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER
FIND YOUR ‘HAPPY NOW’
Reason #1
Regardless of what is happening in your life; there’s always something to be happy about now. Even if it’s something very small; there’s always “the happy now” that is worth celebrating. We do not need to wait for things to get happier. Photos do not need to happen when life is at its peak happiness. Celebrate the small moments in life regardless of what life has handed to you; celebrate The Happy Now.
OUR STORIES CHANGE SO FAST
Reason #2
Children grow so fast. Every week and month that goes by, your little ones are maturing and changing. Our families and our stories can change so very quickly.
Taking photos creates a snapshot in time; a moment frozen forever.
Capture it now, before it’s gone.
YOUR FAMILY HISTORY DESERVES IT
Reason #3
You are important, your family is important – and you legacy? It’s very important. Every family, no matter how big or small, has a story to be told and a story that is worth sharing for years to come. Photos give you that story.
MEMORIES FADE, PHOTOS DON’T
Reason #4
How many times have we said “I’ll never forget this moment” but years later we realize our recollection isn’t what is used to be? Capturing your moments with photos creates powerful memories that provide you with opportunity to relive those times in vivid detail.
YOU DESERVE IT
Reason #5
Your memories are worth documenting. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t lost those 5 pounds or bought a new outfit. You’re are worthy of memories. You’ve worked so hard to get where you are and you’re worth celebrating.
I’m honoured to be the Toronto family photographer that gets to give you the gift of memories.
GET IN TOUCH
Toronto Lifestyle Photographer; servicing Toronto, Durham + Southern Ontario.
Please inquire via email!