Hard to imagine it was 11 years ago that I made the choice to stay home, make my own hours, and do what I love. This anniversary is a bit of a weird one. But we will be out and about soon enough capturing your family memories. Until then…stay safe.
My camera misses your smiling faces.
Holy moly!! I had to check my calendar twice!! Could it really be TEN YEARS since K Photo and Design was born?!?! So many amazing families I have met, and stories I have heard. I have to admit…I do feel a little nostalgic when I look back at some of these photos from the past. From my first paying customer (well, his mom paid the bill…haha!) – to my most recent family that I have met up with every year for the last 4-5 years or so.
So in honor of this SPECIAL occasion….please, take the time to go through some of your old photos that maybe you didn’t get a chance to print at the time. And I will send them off to be professionally printed for a wicked discounted price!! (50% off any desk print up to 8×10, and 25% off any wall portrait sized 11×14-20×24.)
I am a firm believer in printing your memories. With all the advanced changes in technology…there is no telling when the media you choose to store your images will become obsolete. Or just plain fail you. #printwhatyouwanttopreserve
Images must be taken by K Photo and Design between 2009 and April 1st, 2019. If you can provide the image number, that would be great. If not, we’ll figure it out. Discount will be made from my 2017 prices. Please note: Your chosen images were put in storage. The images you did not order were purged. This offer expires: May 30th, 2019
If you want to keep up with all things K Photo and Design – please sign up on the mailing list on my website. Or continue to follow along on Facebook or Twitter. And of course…there’s always a good old fashioned email: info@k-photo.ca Currently booking new portrait sessions and events for Spring (if it every gets here) and Summer of 2019.
2017 brought me many old, and some new friends. Love me some new baby smell!! And also my Fall mini sessions were a big hit! Beautiful weather!! As a bonus, I just love catching up with these people every year. The kids grow so quickly!! And of course, if I can convince my own children to get in front of my camera – I’m winning! 
OH! And let’s not forget – in 2017 I managed to launch my new website! If anyone knows my technical abilities…this was a HUGE accomplishment! Haha! Anyways, it looks like it’s about time to welcome 2018!! Here are a few of my fave photos from this past year. If you see yourself – let me know!! 
So many cuties in one post!!! Of course, please feel free to follow me on Facebook or Twitter to keep up with what’s going on at K Photo and Design. And if you feel so inclined, you can also check out my new website: www.k-photo.ca 
-Kim
SUPER excited to be displaying some K Photo and Design baby and belly wall art at the new UC Baby ultrasound location. You can find them at 2068 Robertson Rd., Suite #110 Nepean, ON. UC Baby® Ottawa is offers a very unique bonding 3D ultrasound experience to expectant families to cherish their special time. This service is offered by professional team using the revolutionary 3D and 4D Ultrasound technology. They have many different packages available including photos/video – even heartbeat bears! If you are expecting a new baby…this is the place to be. Tell them I sent you!
Expectant mommies are best photographed at around the 34th-38th week, before you start to feel “too-pregnant”. You will have a nice round bump by this time depending on if you are on your first, second or even third baby. And don’t forget to book your newborn session!! New babies are best photographed within the first week. They are so teeny and fresh at that point – you don’t want to miss it! That is why is it best to reserve your spot while you are still pregnant. Please contact me for more info: info@k-photo.ca I can’t wait to hear from you!!
– Kim
Introducing a NEW location you can view K Photo and Design’s artwork. Baby Snuggles 3D/4D Ultrasound facility gives you the opportunity to see your baby before he/she arrives! They offer various different packages allowing you to hear your baby’s heartbeat, gender determination, you can even bring home your ultrasound pictures! I love matching up the ultrasound photos with a baby’s newborn images to see the resemblance. They also make a pretty nice prop to use for maternity photos. Just saying.
So if you’re thinking of finding out if you are carrying a boy or girl, give Baby Snuggles a call – tell ‘em I sent you! 
Expectant mommies are best photographed at around the 34th-38th week, before you start to feel “too-pregnant”. You will have a nice round bump by this time depending on if you are on your first, second or even third baby. And don’t forget to book your newborn session!! New babies are best photographed within the first week. They are so teeny and fresh at that point – you don’t want to miss it! That is why is it best to reserve your spot while you are still pregnant. Please contact me for more info: info@k-photo.ca I can’t wait to hear from you!!
– Kim
Introducing a new photo package at K PHOTO AND DESIGN!! Get your little one all dressed up for a traditional one year old portrait session. Then it’s time for a wardrobe change as we bring out the birthday cake and let them go crazy! This super fun session can be done either at home, or out on location. (Due to allergies, cake must be provided by mom and dad.) 
Combo session is: $340, and includes a 16×16 inch ready to hang custom Cake Smash collage with 10 photos, baby’s name and birthday (a $225 value). Please contact me to inquire about booking your baby’s First Birthday/Cake Smash session. I look forward to hearing from you! 
– Kim
I’m very excited to introduce a new product available: Accordion brag books! They are available in 2 sizes, and can hold up to 10 photos each. A GREAT gift for any new Grandparent. Fold the little book up to put in your purse, or open it to display on a table.
Introductory price: Add on a Large 3.5×5 (shown) – $60 (additional books $40 each) + Small 2.5×3.5 – $50 (additional books $35 each) to your order.
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– Kim
I didn’t come up with it, but I read it somewhere and thought just how true it is!
In the days of film, I would walk in to my local photo lab with a 24 exposure roll of film and walk away with about 20 photos to put into my albums. I’d get reprints done and send them away to my family so they could enjoy pictures of my son as well. And now with everything going digital, I love being able to easily email or update my facebook with current pictures. But I still print them out and put them into albums. For many reasons: Peace of mind. It’s just an extra back up. I would NEVER want to lose my memories to some stupid technology-fail. Secondly, I like to see everything as it happens in order. Not having to search through folders and folders of file numbers on my computer. I also like to scrapbook, so its fun tell a little story that way.
But any really special photos I try to print up a little bigger and frame them. Something that you can see every day and enjoy. I know as consumers we were taught that if you want something for your photo album – order a 4×6. If you want to put it in a frame on your desk – you will need a 5×7. And if you want something bigger for your wall – you order an 8×10. But in truth, you need to measure your wall space and make sure you are ordering the appropriate size – or it will just look silly. Trust me. If you are doing a grouping of photos, order a couple smaller ones. But if you are looking for a big focal point of your home, measure and fill the space! You’ll thank me later. 
This has been something I have wanted to do for YEARS now. I needed a wall portrait of my kids larger than the portrait of my cat. It was time. I love this image – but love it MORE as a 24×36 on my wall. So don’t be afraid to take the plunge and put something big on display. If you have an image you love – just do it! 
All of my wall portraits 11×14 and larger are mounted and laminated – all ready to be framed and enjoyed!
(Ha ha! My poor cat thought I was taking HER photo! Just look at her posing for me…heehee.)
– Kim
I thought it has been a while since I posted some cool ideas for what you can DO with those photos. (In hopes that they are not spending their days in an envelope sitting in the back of a drawer.) 
A coffee table book is a GREAT idea when you have so many favourites you just can’t decide what to do with them. Each book has 20 press-printed pages, hard cover with photo and is custom designed by me! It’s fun to have a mix of colour and black & whites – even full page spreads! The possibilities are endless!
The 7×7 coffee table book:
Or option to upgrade to the 8×10 size:
These books are also GREAT gift ideas! For full pricing, please check out my website or feel free to contact me. info@k-photo.ca
– Kim
I am pleased to announce that you can NOW order newborn portrait packages through FAB BABY GEAR in Ottawa! Through their stores AND online! They offer everything and anything you need for baby – and now newborn portrait packages too!! Please check out their store and awesome products, tell ’em I sent ya!! Oh, and if you’re expecting, please don’t forget to sign up for their baby registry. (Yes, you can REGISTER for a portrait session too!) What new mom wouldn’t want that?? 
The 1308 Wellington Street West Store.
And in the Glebe at 755 Bank Street.
You can order a newborn portrait package from the FAB BABY GEAR website under the “Gifts and Keepsakes” tab. 
And as always, you can contact me directly at info@k-photo.ca I look forward to hearing from you!!
– Kim