Blog: What to Wear to Your Professional Photo Session?

There are a few things to think about when looking for something to wear to your professional photo session. 

Firstly, why are you getting photos done by a professional? Are they your family photos or are they your professional photos for your career? Do you want to look casual or formal?

Color Meaning

Secondly, you should understand that colors can make a statement and give a certain feeling. Here are some examples:

Red = Warmth, Love, Power

Blue = Cool, calm, confident

Yellow = Happiness, warmth, optimism

Green = Nature, Luck, Safety

Purple = Luxury, mystery, magical

Orange = Joy, comfort, fun

Pink = Harmony, Friendship, Affection

Grey = Neutral, Balance, Cool

White = Cleanliness, peacefulness, simple

Black = Elegance, glamor, sophistication

Brown = Earth, Security, Hard Working

Color Matching 

Thirdly, if you want to match different colors in your outfits or different colors within the family, consider how those colors match with each other. With more than one person in the session, think about colors that complement each other, or similar shades of one color can also work.  

Yellow & Purple = boldness and cheerful

Red & Green = Christmas feeling

Blue & Orange = big impact, bold, stylish, fun

Green & Yellow = dynamic

Blue & Pink = Pretty

Yellow & Grey = neutral base with a bright accent

Brown & Black = timeless coupling

Red & Black = passion

Fitting Clothes 

Fourthly, my suggestion is to wear clothes that make you feel and look good; Like your favorite formal shirt or a favorite summer dress. I would also suggest that dark colors can slenderize, and light/pastel colors can be very beautiful. Find clothes that are more closely fitted clothing that flatters your shape. You may want to wear medium to long sleeves and pants. Thinking simple and timeless style will work for most people. 

What NOT to Wear! 

Finally, here are some tips on what NOT to wear:

• some patterns don’t work for the camera. 
• avoid words & logos on the clothing as they can be distracting 
• Don’t be too cool or too warm for a session. Please dress for the weather. 

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Blog My Favorite Local Photoshoot Locations

My Favorite Local Photoshoot Locations

Northern Arm

Pendragon Trail in Northern Arm
This trail is my top location and the place where I have the most experience. It’s a beautiful trail with large trees and a gazebo out above the water. In fact, I have photographed at this location at all times of the day, and I can work at whatever time you are available. My favorite spot to photograph is past the gazebo so I suggest wearing comfortable footwear, it’s about a 5-minute walk (you could bring your other shoes for your session to wear once we get there). My favorite time of year at this location is in the Fall. There is this beautiful maple tree in the parking lot of the trail that turns pretty colors.

Private Garden in Northern Arm
I have permission to photograph in a private garden located on the main street in Northern Arm. It had beautiful large trees and shade from the sun in the afternoon.

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Northern Arm Brook Falls in Northern Arm
The sunset at the falls is stunning! This location is perfect for adult couples or senior graduation sessions in the summer and fall.

Botwood

Brick Wall at Memorial Academy or Botwood Collegiate in Botwood
The brick walls at the schools in Botwood are great for kindergarten and senior graduation sessions. It provides a clear backdrop for great photos. Additionally, it doesn’t matter what time of day, there is a wall with the shade that would work for any session.

Blueberry Hill Gazebo in Botwood
A cloudy day with sunny breaks and low wind can capture a gorgeous photo on the top of blueberry hill. It’s best in the morning or evening. It can be cooler up there for sessions. There are also birch trees there that work well in the evening sun.

Murals in Botwood
Looking for a unique session? Add a Botwood mural to your session locations.
Visit this website to see some options for the murals
http://www.botwoodnl.ca/mural-arts.html

Killick Island Walking Trail & Airbase in Botwood
This is my second top location. Most of my sessions here are taken in the evening. There are benches, stairs, large metal doors of the gun shelters, trees, and water.

Other Locations

Peterview Park in Peterview
I saw this location last year, but I haven’t had a session there yet. It’s a large open area with green grass in the summer and beautiful trees surrounding the area. I’m very excited to have a family session here in the future.

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Trestle & Riverside Drive Boardwalk in Bishop’s Falls
If Bishop’s Falls is your desired location then I would suggest the trestle on a warm sunny evening and the boardwalk with trees next to the trestle.

Church Road Park & Gorge Park in Grand Falls-Windsor
If Grand Falls-Windsor is your location then the parks are great places with grass, water, and trees.

Oceanview Park in Leading Tickles
My hometown is a wonderful place if you want the beach and the water in your session.

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Blog: New Haircut

Today, I got a new haircut, and I’m super excited!
I don’t trust very many people to cut my hair because my hair takes a long time to grow back. This is only the 4th time getting a haircut and color in 10 years! My hair was getting so long that I was braiding my hair every day just to get by. So I searched one of my local hair salons and found a post of a Before & After by Paige Hemeon that was very similar to my hair and what I wanted.
Paige and I had so much fun talking and hanging out. She was confident in her abilities, and it shows! She listened to what I wanted in my cut and color, then she did an amazing job! I felt so happy that I came home and took a professional selfie in my studio.

I was telling her that I didn’t realize how connected a photographer and a hairstylist were until no one wanted to get photos of their “COVID hair.” Paige said, “we are a team, girl.” 🙂
Anyone that needs a new look, I would highly recommend Paige Hemeon at the Hair Shop for your hair salon needs.

Blog: New Haircut by Paige Hemeon at The Hair Shop
13 Fernwood Dr.
Botwood, NL
(709) 257-2225
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Blog: Support Local

This year, it’s very important to show your support for your local businesses. They need your help during this difficult time. Let’s work together to stay safe and support each other. 

My family loves to pick fresh strawberries. It’s healthy, delicious & fun!

We make memories each year by supporting our local farmers. 

# supportlocal at Mark’s Market

Mark’s Market is a farm market located in Wooddale, Newfoundland

Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/marksmarketfarm/

Email [email protected]

Phone # 709-489-5915

Want to know how you can do more?

1. Shop for your groceries at a local farm when possible
2. Buy snacks at a local small business in your town
3. Make plans to go to some entertainment in your town when it is safe to do so, like watching a movie, going to a concert in the park to see local musicians, or eating at a local restaurant. 
4. Share your positive experiences with your local small businesses with your family and friends. You can do this by word of mouth, by sharing Facebook posts, reacting to social media posts, and commenting on their post. 
5. Purchase gift cards from your local businesses to help support them
6. You can offer your time and skills to your local small business to help them out. 
7. Plan to change your buying habits to include all your local small businesses whenever you can.

Hold Strong Newfoundland!

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Blog – ID Photos

Get Your ID Photos 

Are you getting ready to travel and need to get your passport completed or renewed? Moving to Newfoundland and need a photo for your permanent residence or citizenship application? Are you going away to work and need a printed photograph for your travel visa? Do you need a printed photo to complete or renew your firearm license application?

It’s very important to keep your ID photos up to date because you need a valid acceptable identification for travel and applications.

Basically, get your ID Photos for your passport, permanent residence, citizenship, travel visa, and firearm license for $25.99 plus tax.

I accept cash, debit, credit cards, and e-transfer.

ID photos are available for adults, children, and babies.

In fact, this package includes a professional photographer to complete images that will follow all the photo requirements set by the Government of Canada. You will receive two (2) high-quality photos printed in the appropriate size. 

Photos are guaranteed or retaken at no additional cost. All of my past clients have had their photos accepted the first time. 

Additionally, The studio is in Northern Arm, NL (next to Botwood in Central Newfoundland). Support your local small business for your photography.

Get in touch with Stacey Brent at (709)486-0189 or

Email at [email protected]

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I know and follow all the rules for each application. Also, I can print your photo at my studio location so that you can leave it with your photo in hand.

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Blog: Photo Restoration Service

Do you have an old photo that was damaged?

Would you love to have an old photo fixed like new?

Some photos can’t be retaken, and they are a treasured memory. Why not restore your photo to bring it new life and make it a clear image?

Your photo will be restored to its original quality (or better)

$19.99 plus tax per photo

to repair one priceless image from the past.

Now accepting cash, debit, credit card, and e-transfer

You will also receive a FREE 4×6 print of your restored image!

A photo can be sent digitally, by mail, or dropped off at my studio in Northern Arm, NL (next to Botwood)

Contact Stacey Brent at (709) 486-0189

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Old Photographs are Priceless

When I was growing up, my mom took many photos of me. She took so many that I can look through the albums and watch myself grow up. These photos are so valuable to me. 

These are my treasured keepsakes and my precious memories of my childhood. My mom would hang so many photographs of all of her family on her walls in our home.

My mom also has many older photographs that she has taken very good care of them. However, old photos can degrade and fade. 

I can help with that! By scanning your photo and editing it in Adobe Photoshop, I can restore your photo to new. 

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