Oshawa_Branding_Session: Dine & Style Catering_Petra_King_Photography
You guys!!
Dine & Style Catering called and booked a Branding Shoot with me last month and let me tell you. I loved every minute of it!! We went on-site for this shoot since we are working with food and the kitchen. The day of our shoot the weather was cold, windy as heck and dark. BUT it added to being able to create some amazing content for their website and social media. Plus it was exactly the vibe they were going for so win win!
Check it out. First up the visuals then I will share some more about their story and where to find them.
P.S…If you are hungry after this blog entry…sorry but not sorry lol
These yummy and beautiful dishes were created by a wonderful powerhouse duo featured below. Meet Sinead and Greg. The faces behind Dine and Style Catering. A little back history about them. They have been in business for 16 years and are based out of Oshawa. Dine & Style Catering specializes in catering events all over the GTA ranging from Corporate Functions to Weddings and Private Events. If you are looking for a fabulous team to head up your next event. I highly recommend giving them a call. You won’t be disappointed.
I had the pleasure of meeting Sinead at a Christmas function earlier this year that the wonderful Aspen Florist hosted. This is not the first time I have worked with Dine & Style mind you but this was by far my favourite. There’s something about watching Chef’s in action. The buzz, the noise of the kitchen, mise en place (food prep for those not familiar to the term lol) the meticulous placement of ingredients as they are plated and the attention to detail as plates leave the pass. You see to the average customer, you do not realize or stop to think all that goes into the meal or crudite that you are about to enjoy. So despite the long hours and gruelling schedules, the genuine love and passion for food is (mostly) why they do what they do.
Sinead, Greg…thank you for inviting me to be a part of the magic you create. To witness a service onto others that really does resonate with people. Bringing them together one delicious plate at a time.
Till next time!
Ultimate Maternity Session: Toronto_Oshawa_Maternity_Event_Photographer_Petra_King_Photography
So what if I told you that we held an event for expecting moms back in March that was “thee” Ultimate Maternity Session? What if I also told you that it was more than any of us imagined?
If you are a regular around here you will have remembered seeing my posts, hype and sneak peaks for this magical shoot. But then we kinda went dark about things… well there was a reason for that. I mean, after the buzz and sneaks via our Highlights on Instagram, the thank you’s to everyone involved both on and offline, business carries on. BUT…we knew it would take some time post production for everything to come together. The reason behind the wait is that we have been waiting for some footage to share with you as well as being published. If you are a photographer or work in editorial/media world, you will know that these things take time. To the general public most of us don’t understand how things work for publishing. Submitting your work to various companies is exciting and scary and can take a LONG time. I have always be one to let my work speak for itself, continuous learning and bettering oneself. My work, and passion for my business has never taken the “me first attitude…look what I did etc etc…” That’s just not who I am. On the other hand, I am well aware that you need to step up and own your business.. To share WHY you are different and what you offer and most importantly HOW you make people feel.
All that said… I am beyond thrilled to be able to finally share with you just what the heck transpired that day. LOL.. THANK YOU so much for your patience, for your messages and curiosity and congratulations!!! It’s been an amazing ride so far and I could NOT have made any of this possible if it was not for my amazing team and sponsors. More so my right hand girl, Lisa at Aspen Florist for being there from day one, right through till the last hour driving home. Thank you as well to Melanie for being there to assist too!
Our Ultimate Maternity Shoot was held down at Mint Room Studios in Toronto. Here is a little of what we got up to that day. Enjoy!
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A huge thank you to Kath Films for capturing everything for us that day. Event planning and organization is a lot of work. Deadlines, agenda’s, workflow, sequencing, technical, set up, tear down, transport, catering, audio, video, lighting, wardrobe changes, hair and makeup, floral arrangements, and a whole lot of muscle when you are a one woman show to set up on site lol! I am pretty sure I forgot a bunch of stuff in there too but you get the point. :) I’d do it all over again in heartbeat!
Here is a gallery snippet of some of the photographs we created that day!
Not all moms were able to share images online but we are happy to share these with you all….
Last but not least, I would like to send a HUGE thanks to all of our amazing sponsors and supporters who were not only generous with their products/services but with their time and platforms to help spread word for us.
In no particular order:
Southern Charm Vintage Rentals
OF course…Thank you to our gorgeous mama’s that came in to experience this amazing event. Best of luck with your journey into motherhood and a huge congrats on the arrivals of your little one’s!!!
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To book a Maternity Session or pick up a Gift Certificate please contact the studio. Our studio maternity sessions are equally magical and we would be happy to chat and plan your magical maternity with you.
Thanks so much for being here lovelies and have an amazing week!
Much love,
P xo
Branding Session: Makeup with Mer
Meet Mer..aka Meredith! This gorgeous firecracker and mama has something to share with you all. She has been using an awesome line of products and makeup for a few years now and decided to take the plunge with going into business. Makeup with Mer was launched as a mobile makeup and skincare service using LimeLife by Alcone.
We launched her service with a Branding Session that she came into the studio for and focused on what her services were, what she loves about these products and how passionate she is about sharing them with you. She is a wealth of knowledge and will help you to design a skincare regimen best suited for you. She shared that all products are chemical free, cruelty free, vegan and paraben free.
So if you are in the market for trying something new or just looking to be educated a bit more while getting your makeup professionally applied, head on over to her Instagram page @makeupwithmer1 and reach out to her. Alternatively, you can also follow her along on Facebook Makeup with Mer’s Beauty Boutique.
Personal Branding Sessions are those that can be designed to be whatever you’d like them to be. You and your brand are unique. While your niche may be something that other’s do, there is only ONE of you! People want to hear from YOU and to participate in your business. Sometimes they just don’t know how. Show up, get personal, open up and share the real life about you. Chances are, your clients will love you for that and even relate better with you. By building that connection, it opens doors and forms bonds for the future. You just never know where that will take you. Trust me and have fun!
Wishing you all the best Meredith and look forward to seeing you again soon!
Birthday Milestones: Petra King Photography, Oshawa, Toronto, Portrait Photographer
We celebrate our children and their milestones but very rarely do we celebrate ourselves. Ahem you know I am right. LOL! Well that wasn’t the case with this sweet mom.
Meet Cathy! Aka…@aboyandhismom1 another one of Durham’s finest local bloggers. I met this sweet mama about 3 years ago and was thrilled and excited when she reached out to hold a mini birthday shoot in studio to celebrate her 40 something birthday. Let’s face it…its’ just number right? You are only as old as you feel and I can tell you this beautiful mama is forever 25! Haaa…
Her energy levels, positive outlook on life, love for her son and all things fun are just some of the qualities this hard working mama possesses.
We held a session in studio with some of her favourite things. Her son came along to take part and was such a breath of fresh air with his mannerism’s and demeanour.
Here are some of what we captured that day.
Isn’t she fun? I tell ya I know this girl know’s how to party! Here are a couple of her favourite things.
These beautiful cupcakes were provided by the very own Mandrcatering in Downtown Whitby.
Cathy, thank you so much for coming into the studio to celebrate your milestone this year. You are phenomenal and I wish you nothing but success and happiness this year!
Destination Photographer next year? Haaa xo
First Birthday Milestone Portraits: Oshawa, Toronto, Whitby Baby Photographer, Petra King
A First Birthday often creeps up on parents. It’s like one minute your baby is 6 months and then you realize how heavy and long they have grown and holy smokes…you are one next month! Don’t worry… it happens to the best of us. If you are thinking of having your little one’s milestone portraits updated, or done for the first time, I encourage you to reach out early. Babies always hold a special spot in my heart, but unfortunately if left to last minute my schedule fills up quickly and I can’t promise I will have availability.
When schedules on both sides work out though…it’s a pretty awesome thing. I can promise that your child will have an enjoyable time being in a new space. New faces, new toys and possibly songs sung off key (insert cheesy grin here) LOL
Meet Andy! He stole our hearts! And as you can see he clearly didn’t mind my off key singing!
Happiest of Birthday’s buddy. Even tough I am behind in blogging I know you had a great day!
See you again soon.
Contact the studio to schedule your Baby’s Milestone Session at least 2 months out if possible. We can’t wait to meet you and see our how much our current little clients have grown!
P
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Petra King Photography specializes in Maternity and Baby Photography in Oshawa and also specializes in custom Floral sessions for both couple maternity, maternity and baby sessions in the Toronto and surrounding areas, including: the Durham Region, Bowmanville, Whitby and Port Perry.
I would love to begin planning your luxury portrait session in my Boutique home studio. To see more of my maternity and baby portfolio, please click here and get in touch if this is something you’d love to do for your growing family.
If you are interested in a custom portrait session with Petra King Photography and would like more information, please click here and learn more about me and this beautiful experience.
I look forward to working with you and see you soon!
Nested Bean_Branding_Partnership_Petra_King_Photography
If you have been following along over on Instagram you’ll know that the studio has been a buzz lately. It’s pretty awesome and I am so grateful for you all. I wanted to share with you a fun shoot that we did last month when Nested Bean contacted the studio for a Branding Partnership. Naturally I did some research on them as any parent would and found that this company’s core values and interests resonated with my niche and the well being of babies and parents. When working with other companies, one of the first things I look for is…”Would I use this myself?” I am a mother myself, so therefore if there is a comes to products, if I am not a firm believer and lover of things then it’s not something I would pass along to my clients and families.
When you become a parent, one of the things that is universally deprived is sleep. Am I right?
Nested Bean created a product that every mom and dad can use. The Zen Sack is one of their best sellers and you can see why. This “baby sleeping bag” is designed so that it is gently weighted on baby’s chest to mimic the gentle pressure of mom or dad’s hand to soothe baby to sleep. The fabric is cotton and bamboo and super soft. It’s easy to close and open zipper along the side and has 2 settings for dome closures over the shoulders.
We did a Branding Shoot with 4 sweet little babies in studio. All various ages and we couldn’t have been more excited. Both Mom’s and Babies did amazing! A HUGE thank you goes out to all who visited and helped us out.
Here’s a little of what we captured for our Branding Campaign. Just look at these happy babies….
Nested Bean provided us with 3-6 and 6-12 month old Zen Sacks. Plenty of room to grow and many nights ahead of sleep for these little ones.
Thank you Nested Bean, and our adorable little babies. This was such a fun opportunity! IF you have a little one and have been on the fence about a product to aid with sleeping. I highly recommend you check out the Zen Sack. They also carry a few other options that are lighter weight for those hot and humid summer nights.
Till next time, have a great week! Feel free to drop me a line if you have any questions about this product OR reach out to customer service at Nested Bean too. They are AMAZING!
Sweet Dreams!
P
xo