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Wednesday, July 07, 2021
By Precious Moments Photography by Natasha Samaroo
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Hello! I'm Natasha and I am the photographer behind Precious Moments Photography by Natasha.  I specialize in First Birthday and Cake Smash photography.  I absolutely adore celebrating first birthdays with your little ones and watching them enjoy their cake and have a little fun too!  Customized Cake Smash sessions can be elaborate and cost of doing them can be relatively high.  In saying this I created a signature package to offer you all an alternative to the higher cost cake smash sessions.  These sessions allow you to pick from my collection of pre-done cake smash backdrops and still celebrate your little ones birthday with cake smash photos.  See my signature backdrops below.

 

Now that we have taken a look at the images, let's look at some in use images and the signature package closely.

Signature Cake Smash - $300+hst

In-studio Only

45min session

15 digital images

pre-cake smash photos on a separate backdrop

Choice of one of our signature backdrops (see link below)

Optional bubble bath clean up on the same backdrop

Cake not included

Digital Cake Smash Collage

Customization starting at $100

 

Family Photo Add On - $50

- $50 add on to include family/sibling

- This would include just a simple family portrait and would not be as indepth as a full family session

Cake Add On - starting at $60

- Ordered and picked up prior to your session from our preferred vendor

- Simple rosette or cupcake style

- starting at $80 for eggless

Outfits

- There is a large collection of studio outfits that you are welcome to use but they are not always specific to certain themes.  Only neutral or soft coloured cakes are allowed for studio outfits.

 

 
Monday, June 14, 2021
By Precious Moments Photography by Natasha Samaroo
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Finally after being closed for over 6months photographers in Peel and the GTA were able to reopen for outdoor family photos.  I cannot even begin to tell you how excited I am about this and how happy I am to be able to be doing what I love again.

Is it safe?  Photographers have lenses that enable us to be even farther than 6 feet.  When shooting outdoors I still continue to wear my mask and social distance as much as possible.  

Quite often I am asked about locations so lets take a look at some of the locations I typically shoot at.  Keep in mind some locations out there may require permits and that would be at the expense of the client.  Most of the locations below are in Brampton, Etobicoke, Georgetown.

 

Location 1

Location 2

Location 3

Location 4

Outdoor Sessions can be everything from milestone sessions to cake smash sessions to family photos.  I have even done outdoor newborn and graduation photos in some cases.  Email me below and we can chat about the best options for you.

 
Friday, June 11, 2021
By Precious Moments Photography by Natasha Samaroo
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We all know the last year and a half has been tough, so many missed milestones, so many missed opportunities to celebrate accomplishments, achievements.  I have offered graduation photos in the past but this year is a little more special.  I want to celebrate your little ones and all they have been through this year.  Graduation photos will be available in a variety of options:

Gowns provided in blue and black and will be cleaned and sanitized between clients, available in kindergarden size and teen size.

Sessions can be done outdoors or in-studio.  Packages are below.  Professional print packages may be added on. They include casual and traditional graduation photos.  

Check out our kindergarten style below: 

 

 

 

Also available for high school and elementary school graduates (of course college as well)

Simply choose the graduation portrait option or the senior style photo session.  

Graduation Portraits

20min in studio or outdoors

3 digital images for $75

5 digital images for $100

Senior Session

Senior sessions are a little longer and incorporate traditional gown photos, casual outfit portraits and/or 1 dressy attire if applicable.

Senior sessions are $250 and include a 1hr session with 10 digital images.

 

 
Wednesday, May 05, 2021
By Precious Moments Photography by Natasha Samaroo
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In a world where cellphones and cameras are easily accessible you may wonder why a professional headshot is warranted.  Sure, many cellphones have great cameras and can take decent photos but why does a "professional headshot" matter?  I recently did my own self portraits with great lighting and a handy app to connect to my camera and I will say a professional photo makes all the difference so lets break it down some reasons why.

1. Technology now more than ever is all around us.  Social media, professional profiles such as linkedin are all easily accessible for finding potential employers, employment, clients etc.  Often times this becomes our first impression, people see are profiles before they see us.  This was once known as the first impression we made at a job interview. A great headshot can leave a lasting impression.

2. It creates a sense of confidence.  A lot of the times we are hard on ourselves, how we look, our hair etc.  A professional photographer knows their equipment and how to create beautiful lighting.  Having a photo that you love builds confidence and confidence is apart of the equation for success.

3. When meeting someone have you ever wondered where have I seen you before?  Sometimes those lasting impressions are from headshots we have seen through social media, billboards, business cards, ads etc.

4.  Personality, people aren't just interested in what you sell.  What makes you better than the rest?  A good headshot can give an impression of who you are.  My previous headshot was a cropped version of my maternity photos from my 2nd child.  My recent ones show me holding my camera, this speaks wonders about me.  Indeed I am a mom and I love every part of it but holding my camera shows me and what I love to do.

5. Professionalism, an avatar can be fun, a cellphone photo can be intriguing but a professional headshot makes you look and feel more professional.  

6. Headshots are not just for the corporate world or models or actors.  Everyone needs a great headshot and hiring a professional is an investment that is sure to pay off.

Interested in finding out more?  Contact me below.

 

But why stop there?  What about branding?  Why not have a professional photoshoot which showcases what you do or the type of business you run.  Contact me to find out more.

 
Sunday, February 21, 2021
By Precious Moments Photography by Natasha Samaroo
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I get very excited when my client's return with their 2nd 3rd or even 4th babies.  It is so nice to watch families grow and provide beautiful memories.  I initially did one year old cake smash photos for their older daughter.  Sometimes older siblings are not too keen on taking photos with their new siblings but I absolutely understand and know how precious these memories are.  I try my best to achieve them but sometimes it does not happen.  We were able to capture beautiful family photos and newborn photos.  Looking back at these moments makes my heart smile.