Through it all,  I am growing more and more grateful for the little things that life presents. Like food! I successfully grew my garden with new-to-me varieties of vegetables like Corn and Haskap Berries. I foraged and dried new herbs like Mullein and Golden Rod for creating tinctures and skin salves. I even dried flavourful flowers, like Bergamot and Anise Hops to make my own garden teas! 

As the year closes and a New Year turns its page, I am excited about what the future will bring... and excited about what I will bring to my future! I have big plans for my garden, namely to grow more edible flowers for my tea supply ( I am down to the last bits of my anise hops already!). I have big plans for my home. I have big plans for my photography business too! 

For today, the day of New Year's Eve, my big plan is to clean my home to start off the New Year with a calm environment. My big plan is to journal my wishes for the upcoming year and put forth my intentions to the universe. My big plan is to celebrate with friends and family. And my big plan right now is to share my quick and delicious recipe with a festive twist. The original recipe calls for jalapeno peppers but I had left over fresh cranberries so..... Cranberry Cornbread is what I went with! Enjoy and feel free to share this post with everyone who loves food and enjoys simple but delicious recipes.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 cup cranberries, fresh or frozen

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, salt, and baking powder.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Gently fold in the cranberries.
6. Pour the batter into a greased 9x9-inch baking pan.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cornbread to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then cut into squares and serve.

Glaze

Ingredients:

• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2-3 tbsp milk or water

Instructions:

1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and melted butter until smooth.
2. Add the vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of milk or water, and whisk until the glaze is smooth and pourable. If the glaze is too thick, add more milk or water, a little at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
3. Poke holes in the bread with a skewer. Use a spoon or spatula to drizzle the glaze over the top of your cake or other baked goods. The glaze will set and harden as it cools.

Enjoy!
 

As an entrepreneur, my days are never alike. The days go by and I marvel at how much my life lacks routine!

On one day, I could wake up to a day full of emailing clients and inputting numbers into appropriate spreadsheets, filing paper receipts (am I the only one?) and creating marketing materials. The next day could be spent prepping and sanitizing the studio and creating little scenes, selecting blankets, backdrops, props and outfits for a Newborn Session. These mornings, I wake up smiling because I know I get to spend time with sweet (sleep-deprived but happy) families who are welcoming a piece of their heart into their world. And on other days, I am staring at my computer screen, editing every image and spending way too much time simultaneously scrolling through TikTok!

As a mother, the mornings I wake up with my children (my husband and I share the school-week wake up duties….. I will blog about it!), are also neither here nor there! I could eat breakfast with my kiddos or not eat until noon. Most mornings, I drink a green tea but some days I don't drink it until it's gone cold and sun is setting. I help pack lunches some days and help make breakfast other days. ALL days, I am the time-keeper!

And some days, like this morning, I start with an unrolled mat and spend 15-minutes to move my body before I plan to tackle my vegetable garden beds and wood stacking. 

On these school days, I usually walk my children to the bus stop, but they are older now... So big, so smart, so sassy, so serious. So much for me to love! Well, the sassiness aside. 

So, today I walked them. The next time, I may hang back so they can experience more autonomy… and responsibility. 

My days, as a mother, a business owner, are so different one to the next and I wouldn’t change either role. 

P.S. They had to run to catch their bus! 

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La nature prend soin de nous, si nous prenons le temps! 

Les choses semblent aller si vite dans le monde d'aujourd'hui et nous avons tous vécu beaucoup de choses. Le bruit des nouvelles peut devenir accablant et la routine peut vous épuiser. J'ai la chance de vivre et de travailler dans les Laurentides, ce qui me permet de me retirer dans la nature environnante pour récupérer, retrouver ma santé mentale et recueillir quelques trésors en cours de route.

Je voulais faire du " miel " de pissenlit depuis que j'ai déménagé dans le nord il y a trois ans ! Je me suis finalement décidée et, bien qu'il ne s'agisse que d'un simple sirop, j'ai été heureuse de suivre le processus, de la cueillette des plus grosses têtes de fleurs que je pouvais trouver (tout en en laissant beaucoup pour les pollinisateurs!) au versement du liquide sucré, collant et légèrement parfumé dans de petits pots. 

It never ceases to amaze me.... how nature provides for us, if we just take the time! 

Things seem to be moving so quickly in today's world and we have all been through a lot. The noise of the news can get overwhelming and the daily grind can wear you down. I am fortunate to live and work in the Laurentians and so, I get to retreat to the nature in my surroundings to recover, restore my sanity and collect a few treasures along the way.

I have been wanting to make Dandelion "Honey" since I moved up north three years ago! I finally committed to it and, while it really is just a simple syrup, I was happy to go through the process, from picking the biggest flower heads I could find (while leaving plenty for the pollinators!) to pouring the sweet, sticky and lightly fragrant liquid into little jars. 

En tant que photographe, j'aime photographier ce qui m'entoure et j'ai pensé que je pourrais aussi documenter mon expérience de fabrication de miel de pissenlit pour montrer à quel point c'est simple.
 

As a photographer, I am in love with photographing my surroundings and thought I might as well document my experiment in making Dandelion Honey to show how simple it really is. 

Le résultat est un sentiment d'accomplissement après avoir utilisé ce que la nature nous offre pour créer une friandise pour ma famille. 

Qu'attendez-vous ? Allez vous promener et voyez si vous pouvez cueillir quelques fleurs de pissenlit jaune soleil et essayez de faire votre propre miel de pissenlit!

The result is a feeling of accomplishment at using what nature provides to create a sweet treat for my family. 

What are you waiting for? Go for a stroll and see if you can gather up some sunshine yellow dandelion flowers and try making your own dandelion honey!

The recipe I followed is at the link below. Happy flower hunting!

La recette que j'ai suivie se trouve sur le lien ci-dessous. Bonne chasse aux fleurs!

Dandelion "Honey" Recipe / Recette du "miel" de pissenlit

Tanis vit, travaille et s'amuse dans les Laurentides du Québec.

Si vous êtes à la recherche d'un photographe sympathique et amusant pour les moments précieux de votre vie, de la maternité au nouveau-né et au-delà, vous pouvez la contacter dès aujourd'hui en cliquant sur ce lien.

Tanis lives, works and plays in the Laurentians of Quebec.

If you are in need of a friendly and fun photographer for your life's precious moments, from maternity to newborn and beyond, you can reach out to her today by clicking this link.
 

Check out that adorable side-eyed smile...

Mama wanted to make sure we captured all of his teeny tiny baby bits. I alway have my macro lens at the ready for these shots!

Little fingers and toes, sweet lips and lashes!

He looked so good in green. His little hand under his cheek... melted me!

Finally, Mama wanted a festive Holiday themed set-up and again, I aim to deliver! Pops of holiday red and green and a little reindeer lovey went into the first set up and then I went with this sweet posing chair set-up and dressed little man up as a cute brown bear looking full from snacking on milk and cookies!

Are you expecting a baby soon? Do you want help in creating the sweetest images? Contact TSP today and lets chat about how we can capture the adorable and fleeting moments of the newborn stage in your baby!

While most moms-to-be are not feeling so photogenic, I make sure to tell them that it isn't their job to be 'photogenic'. It is my job to take amazing pictures of you because truly, there is no such thing as being photogenic. Being comfortable and allowing your natural smiles to shine is what brings out the beauty in a portrait and it's my job to get you there!

I adore these dreamy, back-lit images. They are a beautiful couple and you can just feel the love they share...

How absolutely gorgeous are these two?

Baby makes FOUR!

To learn more about my Maternity Portrait Photography Sessions click HERE

Greys and Blues really suited him... don't you think?

Close-up macro shots and baby bits are such a sweet reminder of all his little details!

A few years later and this little guy joined the family... and the parents honoured me by travelling all the way from Montreal to Saint-Sauveur just to work with me again. I shed a grateful tear or two at this gesture.

Big and Little brothers, now and forever! Big brother was a real pro in caring for his newborn baby... melt my heart!
 

The blue wrap in use again... 3 years later!

Mom, Dad and Big Brother are over the moon happy with the new addition to their family and I am overjoyed that they chose me, again, to celebrate their family milestones!

To reserve you Newborn & Family Portrait Photography Session, click HERE and allow me to capture your new beginnings.

Are you using an old high school image as your online profile picture?

Are you using a picture that isn't even you? Is your cat or dog representing you?

Don't hide behind out-of-date images or images that are not you! If you are wanting to connect and make an impression, you need an update.

You want to ensure that you are putting your best face forward and this means using an up-to-date, high-quality, professional portrait.

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Lighting is the single most important factor in creating a stunning portrait. Unsightly shadows under the eyes can add years to your face and poor colour balance can make you look downright ill. Professional photographers know how to light their subjects to bring out the eyes with properly placed catch lights and adjust colour tones in camera and in post production to ensure the truest skin tones possible.

What is the purpose of your portrait? Are you an actor? Are you a realtor? What do you want your portrait to convey? 

Your professional portrait should be a representation of what you are wanting to attract. By consulting with your photographer before your session about your needs and goals, you will go into your session confident that you will get the results you want. Making a list of keywords that describe your image, your brand and your goals will help your photographer in designing your look and directing you in the posing.

A professional portrait studio will have everything you need to capture your image perfectly. A variety of backdrops to suit your style, expert posing to highlight your best features and a confident photographer who will help you relax and take the pressure off during your session. While the "headshot" crop from top of head to just below the shoulders is great for a profile image, you may want additional, full-bodied images to use on your website. You may need in-action shots of you working at your craft or posing in your workspace. What ever the needs,  discussing your requirements with your photographer will help you both plan out your session so that you leave knowing your images will be tailored exactly to your needs.

Ready to update your image? Click HERE to book your session and get your best look now.

This couple brought such a great and hopeful vibe to their maternity photoshoot and I am honoured that they chose me to create their forever memories of this amazing time in their lives.

Mama chose this gorgeous plum studio mama gown for her fist set up. Doesn't it look stunning against the dramatic black background? 

If you aren't a model and fear looking stiff in photos, don't worry!

I constantly talk to my clients to help get them into a relaxed state and perfectly posed.

These two images below are my absolute faves rom the session. So stunning and full of drama.



 

The second set-up was shot against my white wall with gorgeous side lighting. This beautiful Boho gown is also available from the studio wardrobe.

How adorable is this moment? I will capture the sweetest moments for you too!

Reserve your Maternity Photography Studio Photoshoot today and get the sweetest moments captured forever.

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In the span of a single year, my family and I bought our first home and moved from the bustling metropolis of

Montreal to the little village of Gore, Quebec... 

We've become tool-wielding renovators, soil-tilling gardeners and egg-collecting chicken-raisers.

We have weathered home-schooling, lock-downs and done waaaayyy too many dishes! In all the chaos we are feeling so grateful...knowing that time isn't standing still, we are all moving forward.

Throughout all this learning, growing and transitioning, I have relocated my business and my photography studio to the Laurentians to be closer to my home.  Studio relocation is not new to me as I have had three previous spaces where I created many beautiful experiences and memories for my clients. This newest relocation was huge because it came after a long and uncertain pause.

The pandemic had me flip-flopping between closing my beloved business forever and pushing forward to prepare for the ultimate rebirth of my passion and joy. There were dark days... confusing fogs and paralyzing overwhelm that seemed to come with either option. With so much support from my family, many painful and tearful moments and  I chose rebirth and so studio relocation became my goal.

I was beyond ready to get into my new space! In April of last year, I was forced to close my Montreal studio and had to place all my lovely, soft, cute and cuddly things in storage.... I was finally able to reunite with all of them again. Tanis Saucier Photography studio is now located in the village of Saint-Sauveur, in the heart of the action on Avenue de la Gare and is up and running again. Below are some images of the building that has become home to Tanis Saucier Photography.

My studio is accessible on the side of the building through those sweet, yellow doors!

While I haven't been able to do a grand opening event to celebrate this move, due to the pandemic, I will be providing my absolute best services to welcome clients, new and old! Of course, strict hygiene practices and COVID19 protocols are in effect to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for all.

I specialize in Maternity, Newborn and Milestone studio sessions.

To learn more about my sessions get in touch today!

We are so fortunate to be living in the Laurentians, surrounded by the most spectacular Autumn display I have ever seen! Since I will be moving my photography studio up north, I thought I should scout out a location for my clients and I happened upon the perfect spot! So, with bribes in place (take-out AFTER the shoot!), I prepped my children and my husband and set out to Saint Sauveur to capture some images of us in all the Fall Glory!

These two... my heart explodes when I spy them being kind to each other! Siblings will argue, naturally, but when they think I am not looking they can be so sweet with one another. Knowing they will always have each other is a balm on my mother heart.

And then there is this guy....

My handsome husband, my best friend and partner in all things productive! 

It was a bit chilly but with some encouragement (read threats of no dessert! lol) we got through a variety of images!

Silliness ensued... 

Not a bad looking family if I do say so myself! 

I cannot wait to get YOU in front of my camera! Interested in getting some Family Portraits of your own?

Reach out by clicking the Contact button at the top and lets make a plan.

Tanis specializes in Maternity, Newborn and Milestone studio sessions. Get in touch today to learn more.

Her body becomes overwhelmed with change and her heart with love.

This gorgeous mama came to me for her maternity session with her partner. How adorable are they together?

Mama and Papa brought along some traditional clothing. Stunning! This baby will be able to see how proud her parents are of their heritage.

But then we switched gears and captured these stunning images below. I love how the dress hugs her maternal form!

We couldn't get through a maternity session without focussing solely on the mama. She is doing all the heavy lifting after all!

AFTER!

Little miss perfect arrived to the delight of her parents! A little sleep deprived but overjoyed with their new bundle of love! I couldn't wait to do her newborn portrait session and used all the style and elegance in my choice of props and accessories.

Macro baby bits are my favourite and are always optional in the full newborn sessions. 

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I adored her! I was ready and willing to keep her all to myself!

I feel so proud and honoured when I am hired to capture the 'before and after' of one of life's biggest moments. 

Welcome to this side of parenting... you are doing great!

To reserve your spot on TSP calendar, get in touch well before baby's due date as space is limited.

Newborn sessions are best done within the first 2 weeks after birth.

Maternity sessions are best done between 32 and 36 weeks.

Well these two sweet sisters could not be any cuter! Am I right?

I had the pleasure of welcoming little 8-day old Madeline and her big sister Charlotte into the studio yesterday for her newborn portrait session. Charlotte was so helpful and wanted to be close to her sister much of the time! She is already embracing her new role and I think little Miss Madeline is already 'looking up' to her big sister!

More to come from this session so be sure to connect and follow along on Facebook and Instagram!

When you have a sister, you have a friend for life. <3

I can't wait to edit the rest of the session images to share with the family! 

To book your newborn portrait session get in touch today!

Click HERE to inquire about availability and how I can help you capture your precious little bundle!

Waiting on Motherhood is ....

The excitement of finding out that you are pregnant...

The awesomeness of your changing body...

The planning, the nesting, the worries, the expectations ...

A gorgeous time in a couple's life. Snuggling with your future!

I love a stunning black and white portrait so here's a collage of them! 

Delicate and dreamy in a white lace mama gown.

We had to get a close up of the baby bump. <3

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MATERNITY PORTFOLIO 

MATERNITY SESSION PACKAGES

Here's a sweet sneak peak of just one of the many set-ups we did during this newborn baby girl's portrait session.

She travelled all the way from the Laurentian's to visit me in my Montreal studio

and it was an absolute pleasure to photograph her and her parents! 

Such a beauty! 

One more of my favourite set-ups!

I will be editing the rest of her sweet gallery and can't wait to share it with Mom and Dad and the rest of her adoring family :)

Tanis Saucier creates sweet memories of the fleeting newborn stage in her Montreal studio. 

To inquire about a Maternity, Newborn or Milestone Baby Session click HERE.

We did a simple and sweet peach set-up... how adorable is that face?

 Mama special-ordered these amazing little pink baby boxing gloves and matching boxer shorts just for the Milestone Baby Photo Session (You can visit the Etsy Store HERE!). The day of the session, the parents also brought in a few picture frames to incorporate into the "NICU Warrior" set-up but had forgotten the actual NICU pictures! Visibly disappointed, I suggested that we use the blank frame in the set-up and that they send me the digital image later. I promised I would do my best to work my Photoshop Magic and insert the image in the frame in post production. I am so pleased to have been able to add the special image in, so this little girl and everyone who sees this image will always know just how far she has come!

Her smile says it all... 

We had to include some Family Poses during the session! What a gorgeous family and this little fighter knows just how loved she is.

Such contagious smiles!

We ended the session with a Strawberry Bath set-up.

Little Miss Warrior thoroughly enjoyed splashing until she was soaked!
 

Thank you for bringing your little warrior to my studio! 

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Tanis works her magic from her cozy studio in Montreal, Quebec. 

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This tiny human will only grow bigger with each passing day.

Isn't she adorable? Mama wanted earthy tones so we went with a soft grey here.

Newborn Baby Girl in Grey

This sweet, soft yellowy-gold set up looks so gorgeous with her skin!

Sweet Smiling Newborn Girl

You can get all the sweetness and preserve the gorgeous details of your baby with a Newborn Mini Wrapped Session. Wrapped Mini Sessions come with 5 beautiful, high resolution image files with printing rights. This Mama couldn't decide on just 5 and so she upgraded her gallery to all 10! 

Collage of a Wrapped, Mini Newborn Session

Swaddled in the softest of wraps and gently posed to highlight baby's face, these Mini Wrapped Sessions are perfect for capturing a few, beautiful images that will last a lifetime. You can choose your colours and prop preferences and allow me to design the perfect pictures for you.

Book your Newborn Mini Wrapped Session before baby comes and receive a beautiful 8x10 print of your choice to enjoy in your home!

Click HERE to get in touch about availability and pricing.
 

This little boy wanted to hang out with eyes wide open during his newborn photography session.

He did accommodate us with a few sleepy shots too :) 

I have a variety of props and outfits, wraps and stuffies to help create the perfect scene for your little love.

Mama wanted to use my fox bonnet and stuffy and I think it suits him perfectly!

Baby fox collage

It is so important to capture the beginnings with the parents too! Although many parents (moms, I am talking mostly to you!) are not wanting to step in front of the camera after the birth of their child, I always convince them that these family memories will become priceless treasures in the years to come. Baby will want to see all the love that was felt for him right from the beginning!

New baby boy makes three

Big sister also graced us with some sweet moments! The sibling bond is something that will only grow over time.

How adorable of a capture is this sibling image?

Siblings at last!

We did a few poses with the bonnet but with that gorgeous head of hair we had to do some without the bonnet! 

A perfect little boy who will bring so much joy to his family.

Newborn Brother and Big Sister

If you are considering a Newborn Portrait Session for your little love, be sure to contact

Tanis Saucier Photography well in advance to reserve your session spot.

Tanis Saucier works out of her cozy Newborn Photography Studio in Montreal, Quebec and

is ready to provide the best care and service for you and your newborn baby and family.

Click HERE to inquire about availability.

Beautiful Baby Bump

Women come to me because, as a woman who carried two baby bumps, I know what it is like and I treat all my glowing clients like the Queen Goddesses that they are! I fuss over their hair so it falls just right. I perfect my lighting to highlight all the right curves. I gush over their awesomeness! And when I have clients that come to me, somewhat shy and with a hint of self-doubt, I offer gentle guidance and easy posing suggestions to ensure the best results.

Mama in Bloom

I am always honoured to provide a safe and comfortable place to relax and play dress up and to help you capture this amazing time in your life!

Glowing Maternity

To reserve your Maternity Photography Session reach out to Tanis today.

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A wee thing with such a big smile! It makes all the laundry I had to do after the session worth it!

I just love this backdrop fabric. It is a subtle floral with wonderful pleats in the fabric. It matched with the headband and wrap perfectly!

Mom and Dad wanted purples so this is the set up I created next. Isn't is so dreamy?

Sweet sleeping newborn girl in a plum wrap and bonnet

This little thing looked so comfortable in every set up we did! Don't you just love her little feet sticking out?

Baby girl in teal

We did one final set up and I think it is my favourite one!

baby girl snuggling a teddy bear in a bed

Are you expecting a bundle soon? Get in touch with Tanis today to find out more about her baby whispering skills!

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Sweet smiling baby girl in pink

We were able to lull this sweetheart to sleep for this lovely plum set up. My handmade log bed is always a client favourite and it looks so good with this stretch wrap and matching bonnet! 

Newborn baby girl on a log bed

The details are the best, especially that sweet little yawn!

Newborn details

When parents don't want to be in front of the camera for the newborn session I at least try to incorporate their hands! This is one image that will always show how tiny baby was from the beginning!

In parents' hands

If you are considering a newborn session for your little love be sure to book well in advance. Session spots are limited and I only take a few last-minute sessions per month. Get in touch today to learn more and secure your date on my calendar today!

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As a Montreal Photographer, I get to see the prettiest ladies! This stunning mama-to-be was no exception!

We went for a nice balance of dramatic and fun.

A black background with dramatic lighting paired with a strong maternal gaze makes this image truly a work of art.

How cute is that baby bump? Sometimes, a simple look is all you need.

These were among my favourites of the session. I just love the ethereal look of white on white!

Wishing this mama all the best on her journey towards motherhood.

If you are looking to capture your baby bump, get in touch today and allow Tanis to help create some memories for you.

Click HERE to inquire about a maternity portrait session.

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Doesn't she look stunning in this dark green?

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Baby bits!

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Pretty in pink too!

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A close up of this sweet baby girl in a soft, moss-green bonnet. 

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Follow my Instagram Feed and Facebook page to get daily doses of the sweetness I create!

I just adore this gorgeous knit sleeper outfit with bear bonnet. She makes an adorable little baby bear!

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This little Miss was a solid baby and was a dream to cuddle! 

Everyone needs adorable baby photos like these.

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I loved all the neutral colours that mom chose for her daughter's newborn session. With a pop of peach!

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She slept right through every set up we did. So glad she allowed us to pose her in this sweet bed prop.

Blue for girls for the win!

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Just look at her adorable, delicate newborn features!

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Little Miss decided she had had enough sleeping but she was so full of expression and content that I continued posing her and we captured these adorable facial expressions! So darn cute!

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Wide awake or peacefully asleep, she was a doll.

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I love doing the Potato Sack pose but this was one of the first times I was able to capture one with baby awake! As long as baby is calm, we go with the flow and do not need to wait until they are fully asleep. The results are beautiful. What eye-contact she gave!

This peach set-up is divine, don't you agree? I love using my handmade curved log bench.  So proud that I can say I made it and I am so pleased that it has become a studio favourite among my newborn parents!

Now booking newborns due in the coming months. Reserve your session spot today!

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How perfect is he? These are truly the most precious beginnings!

This new bundle, this tiny human is going to bring so much joy into his family's life.

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And baby makes three!

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Of course, we had to get the delicious details of the little man! 

Those cute toes are truly edible!

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Brown tones give that timeless feel...

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I just love the simplicity of these images. A newborn baby boy on a smooth blanket backdrop and nothing else.

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I love designing seasonal setups for my tiny clients.

This lovely spring inspired set up suited her pink newness!

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A sweet cradle and some greenery for her to dream in...

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This is by far, my most favourite set-up. Purple suits her so well!

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How adorable is this bed prop shot? Parents always ask for a bed prop, whether it's my antique brass bed, my little wire bed, my log bed or this sweet little white doll bed!

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These beanbag poses are a perfect way to highlight baby, sweet and simple!

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We couldn't end the session any other way than with an adorable baby-in-a-bucket wearing a bear bonnet!

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This gorgeous little bundle of love has made his family complete!

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He is the apple of their eyes and he knows it! Look at that sweet little smile!

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All bundled up below in the Potato Sack pose. Done as a composite of two images.

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Macro baby bits are so important! You never want to forget the sweet details!

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This big brass bed really shows off just how tiny he is!

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I was so excited to have the opportunity to welcome this family into my studio. I had photographed their son on a few occasions and to have the honour of photographing their newest additions was so special.

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She was so ready for her close up! Love these detailed shots!

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Her profile is so delicate and this peachy-coloured set up is perfect for her skin tone.

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Squish! 

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SHE IS ONE-DERFUL!

This is a little sneak peek of a sweet one-year old baby girl celebrating her birthday with a Unicorn-themed Cake Smash here at Tanis Saucier Photography! She wasn't too sure about the whole thing at the beginning of the session but with many cuddles from mom and buckets of patience, she ended up giving us huge smiles and sweet expressions.

And she had her cake and ate some too!

I am so excited to share the rest of these adorable Milestone images with her family. 

To book your child's Milestone Cake Smash session get in touch today!

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He was a superstar during his newborn photography session and let us get through many sweet set ups! One of which uses his Dad's hockey equipment and another in my fuzzy bear outfit! I cannot wait to show them all off!

This one is called The Potato Sack and is comprised of two images edited together in photoshop.

Rest assured, loving hands were on him securely the whole time! Babies cannot naturally hold their own weight so only professionally trained newborn photographers who know how to pose safely and create composites should attempt this and other more advanced newborn poses.
 

If you are interested in learning more about my sessions or to reserve your session spot on my calendar, click HERE.

This little one knows just how loved she is. 

Mom and dad had waited so long for her to arrive and she was so ready for her studio portrait debut!

Through the power of Photoshop and with my wizard-like editing skills, I composited this image to remove dad's loving hands that were holding her upright in this pose, known as "The Potato Sack".

I love that this pretty pink colour suits her sweet face!

I can't wait to show mom and dad the rest of the session images soon!

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This little bundle of joy was so good for her newborn session. She tolerated me fussing over her through 4 different set-ups!

This muted pink backdrop is so gorgeous next to her skin tone. I don't often do my black and white edits for beanbag images but the simple and clean lines coupled with the white wrap called out to be rendered in the crisp black and white too!

Tell me in the comments which edit is your favourite!

I can't wait to share the rest of this baby girl's session with her parents!

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This little man was the sweetest Wild One!

When mom and dad contacted me with the request of a Wild One Cake Smash Milestone Session, I squealed a little!

I have had the most amazing Wild Things outfit and crown for a little over a year and was thrilled to finally have the chance to try it out! Even though it is sized for up-to 3 years old, we made it work for this One Year Old! 

This is merely a sneak-peek so, you will just have to wait to see the images with the full outfit. But, trust me, they will be worth the wait!

This image includes a little extra work in the post production, where I added a cute digital backdrop to add to the magic! I LOVE how it turned out and how perfectly it suits the birthday boy's expression! 

Milestone Portrait Sessions are best for babies who can sit up on their own but are not yet mobile enough to run away! Each Milestone Cake Smash Portrait Session is custom designed to suit your preferred colours and theme.*

To book your sweetheart's Milestone or Cake Smash Session, click HERE today!

*Due to allergies, cake is not supplied.

7 Reasons Parents Hesitate to get Professional Newborn Portraits

So, you are expecting a sweet bundle of joy soon and you are wondering how to capture this amazing time in your life? Newborn Portrait Sessions are an amazing way to cherish the memories of your tiny babe. But as an expecting parent, you have many questions and concerns, naturally. Below is a brief explanation of the top 7 reasons parents hesitate to get professional newborn portraits done and the ways these concerns can be met. 

If you are considering booking Tanis Saucier Photography for a newborn portrait session, be sure to get in touch well before baby arrives to ensure time to get the answers to any other questions you may have.

You can click HERE when you are ready to get started.

1. Germs

Of course you want to keep your newborn baby away from people who are sick but that doesn't mean you need to hide yourselves away.  Newborn photographers should have high standards when it comes to studio hygiene practices. Questions like “How often do you wash your props and accessories?” and “What happens if you come down with a cold?” will help align your expectations with your concerns. 

2. Safety

Your baby is so tiny, the tiniest he will ever be! How will you be able to trust another person with the handling of your precious package? There are a multitude of images on the web that show perfectly sleepy babies on a shelf or in a bucket or seemingly propping themselves up on their own hands. Adorable, right? But what you may not know is the behind the scenes of how these images were created. Your newborn photographer should have training to safely accomplish these special poses, a spotter (assistant or mom/dad) to have hands on baby as well as advanced composite editing ability for the more challenging poses (“Froggy”) . Not all photographers will be newborn specialists so it's best to go with a photographer who is dedicated to this very unique type of memory-making! Anyone promoting themselves as a professional photographer should also have the necessary insurance and should be a certified and registered business.

3. We don't have anything to dress baby in.

Again, newborn portrait photography is a highly specialized form of photography. The typical onesies and sleeper pj's you dress your baby in at home often don't fit baby well or have distracting logos and patterns on them. A full service portrait studio that specializes in newborn photography should offer at least some basic wraps, hats/bonnets and/or outfits. You should be able to get a sense of what style and options are available to you from your photographer's portfolio. Most newborn photographers will have a variety of props, outfits and wraps to customize your session to suit your taste. A quick look at their portfolio will allow you to see the photographic styling that you can expect. Take a look at my portfolio to the variety of gorgeous props, outfits and wraps I have for you! 

4. My baby cries so much! How will she be calm enough to get photos done?

It is up to the experienced photographer to create a studio environment that is calm, clean and conducive to sleep! Newborn babies cannot regulate their internal temperatures so it is of importance to ensure a warm room (especially for those sweet naked shots!). The slightest breeze can disturb baby and so most studios have additional space heaters to create a cozy space. Newborn photographers should have techniques for soothing and calming babies such as white noise, swaddling skills and buckets of patience! Your photographer should also be able to guide you in preparing your baby for the best chances of a successful session by giving you tips and suggestions in advance.

5. I don't think I can organize myself AND my newborn baby!

Maybe you have decorated baby’s room, pre-washed and folded all the cute clothing, and read all the baby books… and maybe you haven’t. Regardless of how organized you feel you are or not, your photographer should be someone who will guide you through every step of the experience to help you prepare for this memory-making portrait session. The best way to organize yourself for a newborn portrait session is to do your research well before baby arrives, so you aren’t left scrambling to find a newborn photographer that you want to work with.

6. It’s going to cost too much.

Like with many things in life, you get what you pay for. The memories and moments captured in photographs will become priceless over time, that is for certain. I know my children love seeing themselves as they were as tiny babies. Going through these memories sparks conversation, connection to each other and the past. When they begin their own journey toward parenthood years and years from now, they will love looking back on their newborn images to compare with their own little loves. 

A professional newborn photographer should also be equipped and trained to do a job that you yourself cannot replicate. That is what you pay for. You can view my newborn session pricing by clicking here.

7. Where do I find a professional photographer who specializes in Newborns?

A quick Google Search for “Your City Newborn Photographer” will give you a variety of sites to visit but you can also ask around within your moms circles and in online parenting groups. Look for a photographer whose portfolio of newborn images matches the style you are going for.

Do you want those sweet, posed newborn photos that incorporate props, outfits and accessories so you don’t have to think of a thing or are you looking for more lifestyle, candid photos, maybe done in the comfort of your own home?

Then, be sure to either meet with them in person or at least chat with them on the phone so you can get a sense of whether you will be a good fit. Make a list of questions to ask (because baby brain is a REAL thing!) and get in touch with potential photographers well before baby arrives as most professional photographers book a limit amount of sessions. 

Do you have other concerns or questions?

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($155 value!) with any 2019 Portrait Session booked today!
 

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($625 value!) with any 2019 Portrait Session booked!
 

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(Print Collections start at $150)

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Wrapped session for baby only with 2 set-ups and choice of wraps.

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This is my "why"...Why do I focus my photographic skills on the tiniest of subjects? It's pretty obvious... just look at these sweet newborn portraits! I adored the newborn stages with both my children and so I decided to create my brand and business just so I could continue to hold and snuggle these amazing beings. A little selfish of me, I'll admit, but because I hold such honour to these new humans, you know my heart is in the right place as I take the utmost care and gentle ways to sooth, pose and create timeless memories for you and your child.

A big, heartfelt thank you to all the amazing mamas and papas who trusted me with their most precious bundles!

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Now booking Newborn Portrait Sessions for 2018! Contact us today to learn more at tanis@tanissaucier.com or click the "Contact" button at the top to get started.

Newborn Sessions are best done when baby is between 7-10 days new, so be sure to inquire about a session when you are still pregnant to ensure a spot on my calendar!

Little baby Leah was such a sweet little girl who didn't really want to sleep too much during her newborn photo session but, we made it work and between much cuddling and soothing, we got some amazing memories for all of them! These images will be poured over in a week's time, in a month's time, in a year's time... in 10 years and beyond! She will always know how loved she was, right from the beginning.

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I love photographing moms-to-be almost as much as photographing their babies! There is a kind of magic in each and every pregnant woman, whether it's her first or her fifth! No two pregnancies are the same and I strive to provide unique and personal maternity portrait sessions for each of my amazing clients.

All of these mothers are strong and beautiful!

Sweet Pin Up style maternity portrait

 
Gorgeous baby bump!

Goddess!

Mother and Daughter

If you are considering booking a maternity portrait session with Tanis Saucier Photography, reach out at tanis@tanissaucier.com or click the "Contact" button at the top to get started.

Maternity sessions are best done between 32 and 37 weeks along so don't delay and get in touch today!

Big Brother, Baby Sister

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Tanis Saucier Photography would love to capture your newest addition at her cozy studio in central Montreal. The best time to book your newborn session is when you are between 32-34 weeks along. Contact us at tanis@tanissaucier.com or click the Contact button at the top to get started!

How adorable is this sweet baby?

Although he had other plans during his newborn portrait session (eating, being cuddled,

more eating...), we managed to get some pretty sweet sleepy poses! 

I can't wait to share the rest of the session images with proud mom and dad!

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Pink Winter

Think back to last year’s winter holidays. What memories do you have? How did you capture the feelings and spirit of your celebrations? If it was all one big, tinsel-filled blur, worry not, I’ve got you covered this year!

Believe me, I know how hectic the holidays can get! Time commitments seem to multiply as family and friend invitations and obligations begin to role in. Then there is the shopping, the food prep, the wrapping, the decorating and the organizing of teachers, child care staff , coworker and charitable gifts. When the holiday dust finally settles, what will you have to show for the chaos? By implementing some of the tips and suggestions below, you can you create lasting memories for your family that can be enjoyed and even passed down as new traditions for future generations! 

Family Fun

Camping under the Christmas Tree

Get out the sleeping bags and snuggle up under the glow of the twinkle lights. Make some hot cocoa or smores and sing songs or chat about what you are all thankful for this holiday season.

Watch Old Home Videos

My children LOVE LOVE LOVE seeing their younger selves ham it up on video! Pop some corn and enjoy the laughs and the nostalgia of days gone by. Bonus points if you can pull out any videos from your own childhood!

See the Lights

As the days turn colder and the daylight shorter, we see our neighbourhoods come to life and transform into a glowing, magical world. Schedule some evening walks to take in these beautiful scenes. Children marvel at how dark it is outside (and that they are still awake!) and everyone can enjoy the crisp evening air and sweet sights!

Extended Family & Friends

Children’s Books for the Adults

As a parent, I have read at least one bazilion books to each of my chlldren. And while I do love reading aloud I think it a fine gift to give to grandparents, aunts, uncles and older cousins. Gifting a children’s book to the other adults in your child’s life creates a pocket of time for the person receiving the gift and your child, who will obviously ask for the book to be read immediately, and several times, with different voices! A personal favourite in our house is the book by B.J. Novak called The Book With No Pictures. Hilariously fun!

Helping Hands

Get your children involved at family gatherings by having a ‘Helping Hands’ jar with simple chores written on pieces of paper (you can use visual images for the wee ones). Chores can include taking coats from guests, passing out napkins and snacks, getting guests to participate in a holiday puzzle or game, clearing the dirty plates, laying out the dessert (although you may want to monitor this one!). Children develop a great sense of pride in helping out so don’t miss this opportunity to help them grow while divvying up the multitude of tasks on your holiday list!

Memory Makers

Ornament Boxes

Since my mother passed away, 20 Christmases ago, I have had the annual joy (and tears!) of unboxing all of the ornaments from my childhood home. I love taking them out every year, reminiscing about which one was given by whom and when. Which were homemade and which store bought ones hold special meaning. A tradition I’ve continued is gifting an ornament to my husband and to each of my children. Each child will eventually have a box full of ornaments to take with them when they have their own trees to deck!

Aaannnnnd Action!

One Winter Holiday, my husband had the idea of creating our own Family Movie. Together with our then 5 year old son and 2 year old daughter, we scraped together a loose outline that quickly developed into a full feature! (My husband was really into this and so he actually drew up storyboard with every scene laid out!). We spent an entire day filming The Fantastics and it was awesome family fun! Regardless of the final product (videographers we were not!), we created space and time to be together, playing characters, creating costumes and just having a ball! If you are curious about our home movie, you can check it out here!

Whatever activities you decide to implement this holiday season, do them with

slow intention and savour every (non-stressed out) moment!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Tanis Saucier is a Montreal photographer who specializes in capturing the moments that matter most.

The above pose is called the "Potato Sack". It's okay to laugh out loud at that one! Every niche has it's own terminology, right?

To achieve this and other advanced newborn portrait poses most professional photographers choose turn to the magic of photoshop. Unless baby is lying comfortably on his or her back, soundly sleeping in a secure set-up, like a basket or bucket, hands need to be supporting their tiny and very wobbly frame at all times.

If I get requests for these types of advanced poses I will either have my assistant scheduled for that session or I will employ the steady hands of mom or dad.

Below is a collage of images straight out of camera (SOOC). I always get one image of the scene all by itself and then instruct my assistant/mom/dad with safety positioning to ensure that I get 3 clean shots of the different parts of baby's body, hairline and face.

Once the session is over, the real magic begins! It is always a challenge to nail the in camera angles so that my post production workflow is quick and seamless.

Carefully and with much zooming in and out, I layer the images and remove what I don't want ( a big, hairy man arm!).

The result of my labour is (hopefully!) flawless and many who happen upon the image in their Facebook newsfeed may believe that this is just the way that babies hang out. But now you know the truth and you can help spread the word about newborn portrait baby-safety!

Of course, I take my composited image and transform it further with my hand editing. Finally, it is deemed worthy for the parents to oooohhhh and shhhhhh over!

If you want me to create some newborn photography magic for you, contact me today so we can be sure to have the all the helping hands we need!

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I thouroughly enjoyed putting on my creative cap to create this anchor prop. It shows just how tiny baby is! 

I can’t wait to share the rest of this sweet boy’s session with his forever family!

Newborn Sailor Boy

This is just a little sneak peek from their outdoor family portrait photography session. When you have a brother, you have a friend for life!

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Although we had a bit of a rough start (cutting a nap will make anyone cranky, am I right?), we ended with good spirits, giggles and awesome moments!

Looking forward to showing this family all their wonderful session images!

A few un-bearable set-ups!

The 'baby on a shelf' is a pose done safely with baby on the floor. 

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We had to get some of his sweet profile too!

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These sweet details will become cherished memories when baby is grown.

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A little holiday touch with some holly berries.

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How sweet is this little pumpkin in Fall colours? Adorable, right?

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Get in touch with Tanis today to set up your free consultation appointment and learn how she can customize your newborn's session perfectly!

We had a great time running around, watching the ducks and running around some more

during this family's photo session in Montreal's lovely Pratt Park.

Family Photo Time!

Now booking weekday morning, Fall Family Portrait Sessions. Click here for more information today!

We made some beautiful newborn art during this session <3

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Some babies are more sensitive to being touched or moved and though she made me work during this session it was so worth it!

I adore the close ups!

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Thank you for the cuddles little miss!

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I cannot wait to share the rest of this amazing session with you!

She is the third child for this family and I have had the pleasure of photography both her big sister and her big brother!

I am so excited to share the rest of this newborn baby girl's gallery with the family!

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Tanis Saucier is a newborn art photographer working from her studio in Montreal.

Contact Tanis today and find out how she can help you get the images you will enjoy now and cherish forever.

How perfect is this sweet family of Js? Josh, James, Jessica and baby Juliet!

You might recognize Jessica from Birds and Bees Prenatal Classes in Montreal. If you are wanting the real deal on what to expect when you are expecting, you must check out Birds and Bees Prenatal Classes! 

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A bundle of squish, right here! She was soooo good for her debut portrait session! Swoon...

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The beginnings of a love that only exists between a big brother and a little sister.

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Lips and lashes and toes, oh my!

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Thank you for trusting me with your most precious bundle and your memories! sweet-sleeping-newborn-baby-girl

Tanis works out of her full-service studio and services greater Montreal and the surrounding area.  

Get in touch today to set up your free consultation appointment and learn

how she can customize your newborn's session perfectly!

These two are going to have such a great time getting to know each other!

Big Sister & her Newborn Baby Brother

Hibernating baby bear

I am so happy to share this sneak peek with you!

A sweet little peek into a lovely portrait session where a family of 3 will soon be 4!

And one more because it is just so so so gorgeous! This mama-to-be knows exactly how to rock a portrait session!

Maternity Portrait

Looking forward to sharing more from this amazing maternity gallery!

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Mom, Dad you are going to love the sibling images we captured!

Feel free to share this sneak peek with family and friends!

Outdoor Family Fun

Tanis Saucier specializes in newborns, babies and families in Montreal, Quebec.
If you are interested in booking a session, click this link to get started.

Being pregnant will change your body, your mind and your heart, forever! Your body will grow, nourish and protect the wee little life inside of you. Your pre-pregnant 'look' will return but your body is changed forever. It has learned and felt the beauty, pain and sweetness of birth. It can never unlearn that. 

Your mind will change too...you will have fears you didn't know were possible! You will wonder how you had time to do so much nothing before baby came along. You will become forgetful and stay that way, pretty much from now on (TMI?). You mind will also learn to multi-task like you've never known. Sure, you may not be able to recall your 23-digit bank number that you've known by heart for years, but you will certainly be able to feed your baby while making a shopping list and folding the third load of laundry.

Your heart will, of course, grow (literally in volume with blood!). Your emotional heart will grow to bursting, sometimes many times an hour! The loveliest of love is the love for your baby. It can be so overwhelming that you come to understand how much we, as women, have within us. We are magical and these maternal changes must be celebrated!

This beautiful mama's maternity session was one such celebration. Dramatic and glamorous. Beautiful and playful. A woman, growing a tiny human to love, nourish and protect.

This mama is already rocking motherhood! Congratulations!

It's never too early to book your maternity session. Contact Tanis today to set up a pre-consultation to chat about celebrating your pregnancy and journey into motherhood.

It truly is a small world! This mama to be reached out to me to photograph her second pregnancy. When we chatted on the phone for the planning of the session I had no idea who I was talking to! When the family walked in the door the day of the maternity session I got a strange sense of familiarity. When I spoke to my husband about it later on that day we realized that this very mama was the doctor present when I gave birth to my baby girl 5 years earlier!!! Oh how life works in mysterious ways...

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This family image is going to be such a memory of life before three became four! 

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I adore this set of images using 'Dream Lighting' (back-lit)! How stinkin' cute is big-brother-to-be???

I adore all of these 'dream-lit' portraits of a big-brother-to-be and his expecting mama!

I think it's pretty clear to see that he already loves his baby!

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Of course, we had to make some of the session about the gorgeous, life-growing mama too!

Doesn't she look radiant in our black lace maternity studio gown?

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Congratulations Dr Dolan on your growing family and thank you for allowing me to capture your most precious memories!

Maternity Sessions are best booked for between 33 and 37 weeks along. A beautiful variety of gowns, wraps and accessories are available for every mama to use during her studio portrait session.

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This little peanut was brought to me at close to 5 weeks new! It is rare that I can book last-minute newborn sessions when baby is already here but luckily I had space in my schedule. I'm so glad I did because baby James was a dream to cuddle and photograph! Newborn Baby Boy on Side with Hands on Face Wrapped in Grey

Mom and Dad opted for a session with grey tones. Perfection! 

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Getting parent poses is crucial, even though I know most moms and dads are feeling exhausted and less than picture-perfect... It is so important for baby that you capture the love you have for him right from the beginning.

Exist in photos for your children!

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I could NOT resist using my grey mouse bonnet on this adorable baby. Cheeks for days!

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Thank you for allowing me to capture your most precious bundle! 

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Be sure to book your newborn session while still pregnant to ensure your session spot. 

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This amazing park is my go-to spot for beautiful scenery and lush backdrops.

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Could these kids be any cuter? We had so much fun making silly faces and snuggling up on the blanket. Collage of Big Sister with one-year-old Brother in Pratt Park

Collage of Dad Holding Baby Boy, Family of Four and Mom Holding Big Sister in Pratt Park

Pratt Park boasts many features but by far the favourite spot for my clients of all ages is the duck pond!

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Did I mention how adorable my clients are? 

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We even had time to celebrate this little man's milestone of turning one year old!

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I am always amazed at the growth that takes place within the first year of life.  From tiny and fragile, to strong and able!  Yet, that sweet face will always be his!

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Thank you family for trusting me with your sweet moments! Family of four Sitting on a Large Rock in Pratt Park

Outdoor family portrait sessions take place in both summer and fall. Spots are limited so book your family session today!

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When mama asked for a circus-themed portrait session to celebrate his one-year milestone I squealed with excitement! We opted for doughnuts instead of the traditional cakes mash session.

He certainly seemed to like my set-up!

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Once the tasting began, there was no stopping him!

One-year-old Baby Boy Circus Themed Donut Smash

Mama appreciated the close-ups and different angles we were able to get. 

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It's all fun when you turn ONE!!!

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We ended the session with an adorable bubble bath.

One-year-old Baby Boy Milestone in Bathtub with Washboard and Rubber Duckies The look on his face is everything! Thank you for coming back little man and a very Happy 1st Birthday to you!

Collage of one-year-old Baby Boy Milestone in Bathtub with Rubber Duckies and Washboard Wearing a Towel on his Head

Tanis Saucier is a Montreal-based portrait photographer who specializes in maternity, newborns, babies and their families. 

To book your child's milestone memories get in touch today! 

Mom and Dad joked that little Julien was such an easy baby they nicknamed him 'little monster'!

He was a little unsure of the whole set up but once he tasted the cake he was in!

Let him eat cake!

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Happy Birthday

Book your child's One-year Milestone and capture the smiles and giggles that come along with it!

This family welcomes their 4th daughter into their lives. Baby Lilly will have all the love she can handle!

She was such a doll for her session. I didn't even get peed or pooped on! She was a star.

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I love that it when I can catch a lovely grin. Sweet!

These tiny details will be cherished as newborn art forever!

At one point during the 3-hour session, little Miss decided she was done with sleeping! I love the wide-eyed images almost as much as the sleeping ones.

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Sleeping beauty, right?

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Green is typically reserved for boys but I just love it on little girls too!

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I am so happy for this beautiful family! Thank you for bringing your sweet girls into my studio.

Daddy and his girls!

Mom and Dad are so in love with this little person and it's easy to see why! Look at these tiny details!!

I always grab my macro lens to capture these sweet baby bits.

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Now, it's easy to see where this adorable and beautiful baby gets his stunning looks!

I was so excited to take these family portraits.

This pose is called "The Potato Sack" and I love it! This is done as a composite, for baby's safety. Hands were always on baby and I used my editing skills to create the resulting magic look of baby sitting up on his own! Newborn posing requires training on safety, first and foremost!

These poses below are done on the 'Bean Bag' which is a large, malleable surface used by professional photographers. It allows us to be close to baby and to make those tiny adjustments needed to get these amazing shots. 

"Bum Up"

Tushy Up

"Side-Lying" in a blue stretch wrap

Modest Bum Up

"Huck Finn"

Huck Finn Pose

"Wrapped Womb Pose"

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"Head on Hands"

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Bucket Poses are my favorite!!!

"Head on Hands in Bucket"

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"Bucket Prop Bird's Eye View"

"Sleepy Time Crate Prop"

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And of course, I just had to this sweet image of him in my custom-made fox bonnet and fox stuffy! So stinkin' cute!

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I also love to make my own props and was thrilled when Mom and Dad wanted to use my hand-made, curved wooden bench!

"Womb Pose" on curved wooden bench

Womb Pose on curved wooden bench prop

One of my most popular poses highlights just how tiny your baby is!

"Baby in Hands"

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It is such a personal joy when I can hand over a beautiful gallery of priceless images to my clients.

I know these images will be cherished for a lifetime and beyond! Thank you April and Antoine for trusting me with your most precious package!

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To book your newborn session and learn more about creating your own newborn art, contact me while you are still pregnant to ensure a spot in my schedule!

And now their world is complete!

Little Miss Liliya was amazing in studio! She did a good amount of sleeping to help me get these sweet, sleepy poses!

She is adorable as a baby but add a bear bonnet and we get a level up in cuteness! Bring on the awwwws and ooooohhs!!!

She also looks stunning in green!

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And in pink!

Congratulations Stacey and Rob! Your daughter is perfect <3

To schedule a free consultation to discuss your options for creating timeless and priceless images of your newborn bundle contact me today!

This family first came to me when little Gwen was newborn... what a perfect family then...

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And now!

She was so much fun to photograph! Mom wanted pink so we gave her pink!

Thank you for coming all the way from T.O. to bring Gwendolyn back to see me! She is such a sweetheart!

To book your child's Milestone Session contact me today!

So much love between them...

She is one stunning Mama!

This baby is in for some fun times with mom and dad!

I can't wait to welcome your son at his upcoming newborn photography session!

To learn more about how I can capture your beautiful baby bump, contact me today!

Big brothers will be watching over you, teaching you and showering you with their love!

This little girl will be stealing hearts all over the place!

She is just so squishy and lovely!!! 

Perfect!

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Thank you for trusting me with your sweet bundle of love. 

Enjoy the snuggles!

If you are interested in capturing the early days of your new baby contact me today to learn more.

Little O was so sweet for his newborn portrait session! 

I kinda wanted to keep him!

It can be hard to embrace the new "big sister" role... but I bet they will be there for each other from here on in!

Thank you so much for trusting me with your precious bundle! 

If you are pregnant and wanting to capture the sweet details of your own growing family contact me today to set

up a no-commitment consultation!

Can you even handle this level of cuteness?

Sweet baby CeeCee returned to my studio for a Milestone Session and what a little beauty she is!

She gave us some pretty sweet expressions!

And showed off her sitting talents!

...and her standing talents!

I couldn't have had a better time at Disney Land than I did with Miss CeeCee! Thank you for bringing your sweetness to my studio!

To book your child's Milestone Photo Session get in touch today!

Mama was wanting to capture a smile and baby A didn't disappoint!

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I am so happy to be able to help create these memories that will be looked at and enjoyed now and always.

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I wish this family much love, health and happiness!

If you are expecting a sweet bundle soon, get in touch today to discover how we can capture your little love!

This beautiful little guy was a first for me. I have been waiting a long time for him to come into my studio. I always take time to capture the tiny details of toes and lips... those itty bits that will only continue to grow as time moves on. Notice the hair whorls on his perfect head? Most babies are born with one swirl but this little man was born with two! I have only seen images of this phenomenon and now I have captured it! 

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This little man is mama's first baby and it is aways such a joy to witness the love that unfolds.

What's not to love about this guy?

So small, so sleepy, so perfect!

I love the subtle softness that the colour grey offers. Doesn't he look cozy here?

Thank you for sharing your beautiful little boy with me. 

I can't wait to see him again in 6 months for his milestone session!

To book your newborn session now click the contact link above and have one less thing to worry about before baby comes!

I just love the deep brown tones in these accessories and props. She looks so snuggly!

Congratulations mama and papa on the birth of your sweet little bundle!

If you are expecting your own little bundle soon contact me today to find out how we can customize your newborn portrait

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Portraits and we couldn't have had a better time!

Romeo was all charm and smiles and with a little coaxing a few bites of cookie, he stole my heart!

We recreated a similar set-up to one we did with his big sister... pure sweetness here!

Adorable, right?

It was an absolute pleasure to have you in studio Romeo! See you soon!

This little man stole my heart with all his hair!

His mama and papa are over the moon with joy!

Daddy actually went all the way back home to bring little M's teddy bear to the photo shoot... lifelong friends!

I am so honoured to have played a small part in welcoming this sweet boy. Congratulations Mom and Dad!

To book your newborn session contact me today. Sessions are best booked when you are still pregnant so don't delay!

The Board of Directors of Chez Doris

Chez Doris Board of DirectorsA group portrait captured by Tanis Saucier Photography of the board of directors from Chez Doris Foundation in Montreal.

We decided to use my talents to update the Board of Directors' portraits for the website. They were an amazing bunch of people to work with! We completed 11 individual head shots and two group images in just over one hour!

It was fast, fun and a feel-good time all around.

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I will be partnering with Chez Doris in the near future again so click on my Facebook Page link and Like my page to stay up to date on upcoming events!

Please visit Chez Doris to see how you can help today.

Big Brother J was a treat to work with. He was very comfortable sharing his beautiful smile with me!

Although little J is 3 months, I just had to get my macro lens out to capture the sweet "baby bits" that will be teenage-sized in the blink of an eye...

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I was able to convince Mom and Dad to get in front of my lens and I am so glad they did... what a stunningly beautiful family!

Thank you so much for allowing me to capture this moment in time for you, your children and your children's children.

Family Portrait Sessions with Tanis Saucier are always relaxed and filled with laughter. Book your session today!

She came in for her debut portrait session and was such a good girl for the camera!

Mom brought in some cute props... this crocheted princess doll will look so tiny in a few years but for now they are almost the same size!

Bunny Love!

This is a custom designed romper created by yours truly. I didn't think I would ever be able to use it but this little miss was just tiny enough to fit!

Love the matching nite cap...

Congratulations Mama and Papa on the birth and joy that is your little love!

Are you expecting the arrival of a little human? Do you want to capture the sweet details? Contact me today to learn more about how we can create some precious moments of time.

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This charming lady was a dream to photograph!

Sweet Smile Happy Girl Her little brother was a little suspicious of the lens pointed at him but we got some great expressions all the same...

Oh boy! Handsome little guy

...and together.... the cutest kind of trouble you could ever meet!!!

Sibling Love

Thank you family for choosing me to capture your love!

Family of Fun

If you are interested in a Children's Portrait Session get in touch today! 

Kelly is one stunning mama-to-be and is pretty excited to meet her sweet baby...

I can't wait to have Jesse and Kelly back in studio with their precious newborn bundle!

Wishing the three of you a calm and happy birth!

To book your maternity session click  here to set up a no-commitment consultation!

Mama love..... sigh...

One of the sweetest families I have had the pleasure of meeting!

Big sister was so patient while I captured some gorgeous smiles and giggles!

Although he was mostly awake, this little man rocked his session!

Thank you so much for choosing me to capture your sweet moments!

I love the squishiness of newborn babies and Jack had squish to spare!

I just know that these images will resurface right around prom time, right mom and dad?

Another sweet 'nite-nite' set up.... melt!

Thank you for being such a good little baby during your session Jack... you are a natural!

If you know someone who is expecting pass along this link and share the baby love!

I was so happy to have a little girl in studio after a string of boys. So much pink and bling!

This family of 5 is just stunning! So much love ready to be shared.

These three are going to have a ton of fun together!

Although the ladies were all for the pink, we went with some neutral tones to appease dad...okay, with a pink rug for a bit of pop!

My favourite images are the closeup details.... you never want to forget just how tiny they were...

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I am so happy for this family and their newest addition. She is absolutely perfect!

If you are wanting to learn more about a newborn session with Tanis Saucier Photography click the contact link at the top and get in touch today!

And baby makes three ... can you say gorgeous family?

Little miss C was the first newborn girl to pose in my handmade wooden bench... perfect fit!

Who doesn't love baby bits?

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Baby C you have have made two people very, very happy just by being born. 

Thank you Talia and Cliffert for choosing me as your photographer!

I love the classic look of black and white images... these are some of my favourite poses! She is so tiny in her parents' hands...

This girl knows how to work the camera! 

Of course we had to try my new Fox Bonnet and Lovey set! Melt!

Thank you for coming to play with me sweet baby girl!

To book your newborn portrait session contact me today and we will make some beautiful memories for you to cherish forever!

His mama and papa couldn't be more in love...

Thank you, sweet baby boy for spending some time with me!

Her big sister was also a sport. It can be difficult to get children engaged in a portrait session, especially with a new sibling in the mix, but it is obvious that the bond is strong between these two already.

I love the simplicity of this portrait and the softness of the set up.

Fitting for this little princess to have a crown. So sweet!

Get in touch today to see how I can help you capture your precious treasure!

This series is one of my favourites!

Every expecting woman deserves to be pampered and made to feel like the rock star she is!