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Hi, I'm Chelsea.


Born and raised in Nova Scotia and now splitting my time between Ontario and Nova Scotia, I'm passionate about capturing life's moments exactly as they happen—the laughter, the quiet in-between moments, and the genuine connections that make your story uniquely yours.


When I'm not behind the camera, you'll usually find me hiking with my miniature dachshund, Olive, discovering a new coffee shop, or planning my next adventure between the two provinces.



My sessions are relaxed, natural, and designed to give you the space to simply be yourselves—so your photographs feel just as authentic years from now as they did in the moment.


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What are we celebrating?

Couples

weddings

branding

newborn

maternity

PORTRAITS

FAMILIES

Nova scotia

Coastal Beach Minis


August 22 Rainbow Haven Beach Fully Booked

August 26 Crystal Crescent Beach


$150




20 minute sessions

20+ edited images in a private online gallery





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ONTARIO

Fall Minis


October 24th - Purple Woods Conservation

October 25th - Enniskillen Conservation


$200

20 minute session

20+ edited images in a private online gallery





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NOVA SCOTIA

Fall Minis


October 17th - Hemlock Ravine

October 18th - Uniacke Estate Park


$200

20 minute session

20+ edited images in a private online gallery






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ONTARIO

Studio Christmas Minis


October 25th

November 1st

November 7th


$200

20 minute session


Inspired By Studios


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ontario

Christmas Tree Farm Minis


November 21st - Hope's Christmas Tree Farm (Enniskillen)

November 22nd - Spademan Tree Farm (Port Perry)


$200


20 minute sessions

20+ edited images in a private online gallery





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Why hire a lifestyle photographer?

Because real life is beautiful—and it deserves to be captured

Unlike traditional posed portraits, lifestyle photography tells your story through natural, unscripted moments. It’s about freezing time in a way that feels genuine: the way your child’s nose scrunches when they laugh, the quiet connection between you and your partner, or the beautiful chaos of everyday life. These aren’t just photos—they're memories, emotions, and chapters of your life that you’ll want to revisit for years to come.

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Because your life isn’t made up of perfect poses—it’s made of real moments, real connection, and memories that deserve to be captured as they are.

As a full-range photographer, I’m here for it all—the quiet beginnings of maternity, the sleepy newborn snuggles, the beautiful chaos of family life, the spark between couples, and the joy of “I do.” Whether i'm in your home, out in nature, or in a studio, I believe every season of your story deserves to be documented in a way that feels honest, effortless, and true to you.


This is more than photography. It’s about connection. I fall in love with your little ones and watch them grow. I celebrate your milestones alongside you, often from your engagement to your first baby—and beyond. I know how fast time moves. I know how it feels to want to freeze it for just a moment.

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Hayley Burgess // Ontario


WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

Chelsea is an AMAZING photographer to work with! She is super friendly, always has amazing ideas for shoots and is always excited to photograph anything, even my crazy family. Her work is outstanding and always goes beyond what is expected of her, to produce amazing quality memories. She is a calm and collected while on set, which is a relief for me as I am always a little camera shy, while still being clear on directions as I often don’t know what to do lol. As well, she has very speedy turn around times.

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Marija Govorcinovic // Ontario

WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

Working with Chelsea was such a wonderful experience! From the very beginning, she made me feel comfortable and confident, and her positive energy made the whole shoot so much fun. She has a great eye for detail and creativity, which really shows in the final photos, they turned out even better than I imagined. I couldn’t be happier with the results! Chelsea was not only professional and organized, but also warm, patient, and so easy to work with. I would highly recommend her.

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Ruvee Stuart // Ontario



WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

We’ve had the joy of working with Chelsea four times now, and every single session has been such a wonderful experience. Not only does she capture beautiful, timeless photos, but she also makes the whole process feel so easy and natural. Our family always feels comfortable in front of the camera, and that really shines through in the pictures. Can’t wait for our 5th session!

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Jennah Lightfoot // Nova Scotia


WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

I'm always so pleased with how our photos turn out. Chelsea knows how to capture the perfect moments  and details. I don't know a lot about posing, and Chelsea ensures everything is natural and comfortable. 


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