your toronto maternity photographer

WELCOME

I’m a born creative. My camera is just a tool that I use to create the story that’s in front of me. I discover honest beauty in all walks of life and owe it to you to show you what I see. The photos hung on my walls are everyday reminders of the memories I’ve created growing my little ones and being their momma. I want the same for you.

Focusing on connection between any and all types of relationships is my true passion. My number one photography love is documenting the raw, undying love mothers have for their little ones and unborn babies.

Although I base my maternity photography business out of Toronto & the Durham Region, I love to travel. So wherever it may be that you are, you’ve found me now, which I feel is a sign I should tell your story.

photographing maternity sessions in the Toronto area

Hi! I'm Kristen, Your toronto maternity PHOTOGRAPHEr

my art

My purpose is to capture connection and affection. If you yearn for natural images that scream authenticity, you’re in the right place. Your photo experience with me will be one of the smoothest & most effortless journeys you’ve ever been on.

"We will want to remember even if we fear we won't- Every layer is worthy of being preserved. For when this life of collecting comes to an end, let's hope our pockets overflow with keepsakes." -Joy Prouty

client closet

The last thing you need is to stress over is what you are going to wear to your shoot. My client closet is flooded with gorgeous pieces I’ve mindfully selected to make you look and feel like the goddess you are. And don’t worry, it’s fully stocked with children’s clothing too, because let’s face it, we don’t exactly have time to shop for our little ones.

what to wear to your Toronto maternity photo session

"I let Kristen style me and all I can say is wow! The outfits she selected for me made the photos. She picked pieces I never would have chosen in a 1000 years, yet they were perfect."

the experience

When you invest in me, I invest in you. Creating with me goes far past the typical annual photo shoot. I want you to look back on this experience and maternity photos as a true representation of who you were at that moment in time. I can’t wait to make the session of your dreams come to life.

MATERNITY Photo SESSION

Creating new human life is by far the most beautiful gift us mommas are given. There’s no better way of celebrating this milestone than with a maternity session. These photographs will remind you of the days that you and your baby were so deeply connected without having physically met one another.

pregnancy is a time for growth; both inside and out.

your imperfections are what makes YOU beautiful.

FAMILY Photo SESSION

Motherhood is truly the wildest ride of your life. In the blink of an eye, your kids will be all grown up. Stop and document every season of your family’s life. Even if times are tough, you’re going to want to look back at the love and connection your family shared. There’s no better time to freeze than now.

COUPLES Photo SESSION

You’ll reach for these photos years from now and look back on the fiery love that began your life’s story. Taking a moment to celebrate the unconditional love between two people is something all of us lovers need to do. You bring the heat and I’ll bring the camera gear. Let’s capture a love worth remembering…

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOUR VIBE.

THE session PROCESS IS stress free....

Step one

I encourage you to surf my site to see if you think we would make a great fit! If you’re feeling connected to my work, head over to my inquiry form and expect to hear from me within 48 hours (by phone or email).

Now you can secure your photography session by selecting a date through my online booking calendar, filling out a contract and paying your retainer. *Payment plans are available.

Step two

We will either chat over text, email or the phone (whichever you prefer!) to plan the shoot of your dreams. I’m here to listen to your suggestions and provide my expertise wherever I can offer it.

I provide a full client closet and complimentary styling so all you have to do is show up to your shoot!

Step three

This step is my favourite…

Your photography session! I’ll guide you through the entire shoot, helping you feel comfortable and confident.

I see all my clients as friends. You’ll feel as if we’ve known one another forever.

Step four

You’ll see your gallery and freak out because of how much you love it 🙂 You’ll effortlessly download and share your photos. Your online gallery provides the opportunity to purchase prints and products, turning your photos into art you’ll enjoy forever.

ERIN

It wasn’t until I saw Kristen’s maternity photos that I knew I wanted to capture my second pregnancy. From start to finish, Kristen explains the process, provides tips/tricks and does everything possible to make the whole experience relaxing and enjoyable. I used her “Client Closet” which made it even more stress-free. All we had to do was show up and let Kristen skilfully direct us in to different poses. It was such a wonderful experience and we are blown away by the finished product.

If you can’t feel what you’re looking at, then you’re never going to get others to feel anything when they look at your pictures."
- Don Mccullin

Your search for the best TORONTO MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHER ENDS NOW.

100+ 5* Google Reviews

Kristen was incredible! She blew us away with her talent, patience, and attention to detail. My son didn't want to cooperate for our family photoshoot, and she was so patient and helpful with him. To be honest I didn't think any of our photos would turn out... When we received our gallery, I was pleasantly surprised at how beautiful our photos are, even with my son melting down the majority of the time. I love the fact that Kristen has a beautifully curated client closet with outfits for the whole fam. This made the experience so easeful, and she's so much fun to work with. Kristen is the BEST of the BEST. Thank you!

Kristen is easily the BEST photographer I have had the pleasure of working with! From start to finish Kristen was very friendly, knowledgable, and most importantly, SUPER talented. Kristen fully styled the shoot, choosing amazing pieces from her collection to fit our family in terms of both size and our personal style! During the shoot she was great - offering TONS of guidance and feedback on posing and positioning, making us feel comfortable. Most importantly to me however, she was SO patient with my unruly 2 year old who pretty much downright refused to participate in the shoot. I have no idea how, but Kristen was able to capture my daughter's best moments from that evening (and let me tell you, there weren't many of them) but somehow I ended up with NUMEROUS photos of her that I would be happy to frame in my home. The photos were beautifully edited and I am SO happy with all of them! Thank you so much for working with my family! <3

My experience with Kristen was nothing short of amazing! I can’t say enough positive things about her and her talent. From start to finish, she was patient, kind, welcoming, and professional. Her eye for detail, her talent, and her styling abilities are second to none. My daughter and I had some photos taken to document the end of my maternity leave, and they are absolutely breathtaking. I couldn’t be happier! Right before my shoot, I found out that my dog of 10 plus years had terminal cancer and when I asked if he could join for some pictures Kristen welcomed the idea - to say that I will cherish these photos for the rest of my life would be an understatement. She truly captured the love between my daughter, my dog, and I, and I couldn’t be more thankful. The finished photos are stunning, and she made me feel so confident and beautiful (even post partum! Lol). I wholeheartedly recommend Kristen for any of your photography needs, and we look forward to working with her in the future to capture more of life’s special memories!

Kristen took pictures of myself and my two little ones, the first time I’ve ever gotten just us captured and holy moly - your gunna wanna book this girl!! She was incredibly accommodating with date changes due to weather, and she’s got a service I’ve never heard of from photographers which is her client closet she allows her clients to pick from to get such an amazing look. She was soo helpful when finding the right stuff to put my boy in and always gave me a reply wuick when i’de bug her with questions or advice regarding the shoot! I stepped out of my comfort zone with the peice we chose for me to wear, and boy was I glad I did - from me to my kids she made us look amazing, and I can’t say enough about the actual photos themselves. Even the sneak peeks had me in tears! she captured beautiful memories I am so glad to have to hang in our home & she was an absolute beauty of a vibe to spend the night taking pictures with! As someone who is not comfortable infront of the camera very much, I was shocked at how I loved every candid shot she got, and had a hard time picking because they were seriously THAT good . Thank you Kristen, and I look so forward to getting more family pictures done with you! 🧡 15/10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

What I love about Kristen Borelli is her passion and dedication to her craft, and those qualities, as well as her excitement for the projects she takes on, transpire onto her work: you can tell she does this out of pure love, and that, is one of the main quality I look for, when I want to create memories for me and my family. I knew from the get go, from looking at her website and social media pages, that I could trust her and the result would be breathtaking.Exchanging with her was the cherry on top, as she is such a lovely, fierce yet gentle soul. Boss lady extraordinaire, she wears many hats, such as artist, educator, stylist, administrator and coach and boy, does she have an eye that can transform any location. Her client closet is to die for. She’s invested in so many one of a kind pieces, and takes the time to assort outfits to the vision of the shoot. The end result is the combination of all her efforts, into a piece of art. She is pure magic, a dream to work with and I cannot wait for my family’s next adventure with her.

What can I say… Kristen is the absolute BEST. What an amazing and easy experience from beginning to end. Being 9 months pregnant isn’t the most glamorous thing let’s be honest, but I felt so beautiful during my photoshoot. Not only did she provide the clothing (heaven sent for a pregnant lady) she knew EXACTLY how to pose me and my husband to capture the most gorgeous photos. Being so late in my pregnancy thanks to the lovely unpredictable Vancouver rain! I wanted my photos ASAP and again Kristen came through delivering my fully edited gallery in under 72 hours! I can not say one negative thing about this incredible experience. You are one talented photographer! Thank you again for capturing the BEAUTY in pregnancy.

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your questions answered....

How far along should I be in my pregnancy for my maternity photo shoot?

I recommend you being anywhere from 28-33 weeks pregnant.

What do you strive for during a photography session?

I want my clients to look at their photographs and remember the moments as genuine and real. I take it into my own hands to make sure you are comfortable and not holding back at just how beautiful the relationships are between you and the ones you love.

What does the session fee include?

All the help/support/information you require leading up to your shoot.
Access to my insanely amazing client closet.
Personalized styling for each member attending the session.
Customized location suggestions.
Your shoot (time dependant on the package you’ve chosen).
An online gallery with your artistically edited images (image number dependant on the package you’ve chosen).

What exactly is your "client closet"?

It’s the most magnificent thing ever! I’m not lying… see yourself by checking out these reviews. I’ve spent all of my our savings (ahahaha) on pieces that photograph like a dream. The items have been chosen based on textures, sizing, movement and colour. All women’s pieces are size adjustable and look great on all sorts of body types. Most pieces fit a wide range of sizes (with the help of elastic waists, ties and adjustable straps) including baby bumps. My children’s closet is just as good. It ranges from size newborn-8. I also offer trendy jewellery and hats to add a little extra pizazz and personality. You can learn more about my client closet here.

Who can participate in the session?

If you booked a family or maternity photo shoot, immediate family are welcomed to be a part of our photo experience together. If you’d like to have extended family join, I do charge an additional fee.

What does the session fee include?

All the help/support/information you require leading up to your shoot.
Access to my insanely amazing client closet.
Personalized styling for each member attending the session.
Customized location suggestions.
Your shoot (time dependant on the package you’ve chosen).
An online gallery with your artistically edited images (image number dependant on the package you’ve chosen).

How long will it take to get our photos?

You will see a “sneak peek” within 48 hours following our shoot together. Your full gallery will be delivered 4-6 weeks following your session via an online gallery or if you decide to upgrade your package, your photos will be in your hands in 1 week! If you’d like to opt for my rush service, I will provide your gallery within 72 hours.

Where will our session take place?

Your session will typically be held at an outdoor location which we will decide on together. If you’d like to have an indoor shoot, we can certainly plan for an at home session or you can rent a studio for an extra cost. Generally newborn sessions take place in the comfort of your home, unless the weather allows otherwise.

Where are you located?

I am based out of the Durham Region, Ontario, serving all places nearby like Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area, Kawartha Lakes and Northumberland County. I do make a trip or two year to British Columbia to serve my west coast clients. I will certainly travel anywhere 🙂

Do you offer photo session discounts when a maternity photo shoot and a newborn photo shoot are booked?

I do! I offer a 10% discount.

When do you suggest we book?

The sooner the better! Booking your session 2-3+ months in advance is definitely encouraged.

Why should i have maternity photos taken?

Every expecting momma is deserving of a maternity shoot, and here's why.....

you are growing new life

I want you to ask yourself, through everything you’ve gone through this pregnancy, are you proud of yourself?

I’m not asking you if you feel beautiful or if you have enjoyed every single day of carrying your baby. I’m not asking you if you’ve loved how much your belly has stretched, or how swollen your feet have gotten or if you’ve been loving your mood swings. I’m asking you if you are proud of your maternity journey so far.

You’re growing new life inside you. Your mind and body are going through drastic changes. If that doesn’t make you worthy of booking a photography session, I don’t know what does.

you will miss your baby bump

Right now your baby bump might be getting in the way… making it difficult to put on your shoes or shave your legs but let me speak from experience (you’re talking to a mom of three here), you’re going to miss it when it’s gone. You’ll miss the look of it and the feel it. The stretch marks and all.

It can be hard to appreciate your transforming body at this time, but once your baby is born, you’ll realize just how incredible being pregnant was and your photographs will be there to remind you.

You will feel beautiful

Have you outgrown everything in your closet and been bumming around in Lulus everyday? A maternity session is your time to look and feel freaking fantastic. Leave it up to me to style you just right, dressing you in outfits that’ll make yours and everyone else’s jaw drop. You’ll leave your photo session feeling reassured that your body is doing all the wonderful things it needs to in order to grow your baby. Your confidence will be boosted after seeing the gorgeous momma underneath those sweatpants.

You will feel closer to your partner

Inviting your partner to your maternity session will help them feel more connected to your pregnancy. It’s a chance for you both to celebrate the changes that are currently taking place along with the big changes that are in your future. Your photoshoot will make your partner feel more included in your baby growing journey and will help them bond with their unborn child.

It's a good excuse for family photos

Is this your second, third or maybe fourth pregnancy? Now’s the time to document the current season of life you’re in with the children you already have. Soak in the last moments with your family before the newest bundle of joy arrives. Your photos will be a reminder of the stage you are in now.

Kristen is a true artist and professional. She not only provides critical wardrobe guidance, a gorgeous client closet (even for the littles), and solid prep advice, she has an unbelievable ability to make everyone feel completely at ease during the shoot. She captures the depth of the relationships of her subjects and can even sneak happy shots of the grumpiest of toddlers. I usually don’t like photos of myself but her talent, lighting, location choice, and editing wizardry made me love them. I had to convince my hubby in the beginning to make the investment but now he totally agrees that you get what you pay for when it comes to photography. We can’t imagine wanting to shoot with anyone else. I can’t wait to dip into Kristen’s gorgeous client closet as every unique piece has been carefully curated to fit all types of bodies beautifully.

Lindsay

A PHOTOGRAPHER ISN'T JUST SOMEONE WHO TAKES PRETTY PHOTOS. THEY ARE THERE TO OBSERVE, CONNECT AND FEEL. I'M READY TO CAPTURE SOME OF YOUR BEST MEMORIES FOR YOU. IT’S TIME FOR YOU TO OPEN UP YOUR HEART AND LET ME INTO YOUR WORLD.
YOU CAN TRUST ME, I PROMISE.