Nick Foligno and Living Science shoot

I had the sincere pleasure of photographing for Living Science & Natural food pantry, the super sweet Nick Foligno of The Ottawa Senators.

The shoot was for a product line designed for active athletes (including junior and NHL players) which Nick uses to improve his game.

I was a little nervous leading up to the shoot to photograph a Senator because I knew the shoot was going to be in an ad at The Bell SensPlex off Palladium drive, The Score Magazine at the Sens games and on a huge billboard in the Scotiabank Place covered walkway to the arena from the parking lots. When Nick got there he put me at instant ease with his outgoing, genuine personality and being so down to earth then I continued my shoot like he was any other guy.

He is really an impressive role model with all the work he does with Cheo, Sens Big Save (Canadian blood services), and the 65 Roses Club.

I hope Ottawa never loses him because these are the positive role models our community needs.

Here are a few of the finals you will see around the city shortly and a couple of my favourites

 

Ottawa boudoir marathon, January 2012

Melanie Shields Photography is hosting our annual marathon in January 2012 in a boutique Ottawa hotel downtown. The dates are to be confirmed based on amount of interest but I am currently booking for Saturday January 7th 2012.

To reserve your space, a $50 non refundable deposit is due which covers the cost of the hotel, light snacks and light beverages (water and wine)
Packages:
Sessions start at just $180.


1. 45 minute session (1-2 outfits)
Cd with 10 high resolution retouched images (can be used to reprint your images at anytime)
+ 20 printed 4x6 enlargements in box
Online password protected proofing to pick your favourite images
$180

2. 45-60 minutes
40 page 7x7 hardcover coffee table album
+10 retouched images on high resolution cd
Online password protected proofing to pick your favourites
$225



3. 45-60 minutes (2-3 outfits)
20 image 4x6 leather bound matted album
+5 images on high resolution Cd
1-11x14 enlargement
Online password protected proofing to pick your favourites
$275

Extras are available at an additional cost including canvas prints, photo book or album.
Rideau Centre which is nearby provides great hair and makeup prior to your session. Feel free to look into those services if interested at http://www.rideaucentre.net/en/stores

To view more samples (as not all images were approved to be posted online) please book your no obligation consultation today.


To view samples online or find more information about the marathon please visit
http://www.melanieshieldsphotography.com/
http://www.melanieshields.zenfolio.com/ (samples under boudoir)

Holiday Cards are here!

Holiday cards, starting at just $1.50 each. Customized wording and choice from about 50 classy holiday templates.


Cards can be made from any photo (even if I haven't taken them) as long as you have your copyright release and digital file.
Sizes vary from 4x6 card inserts (for family and friends to take out of the card and put on the fridge all year), 4x8 flat photo cards, 4x5 and 5x7 standard folded premium card.

- Your Ottawa family photographer
To see more updated holiday work, please be sure to add us to Facebook under Melanie Shields-Photography, or our fan page, Melanie Shields Photography

Christmas portaits with Melanie Shields Photography

While it's still warm outside and I am personally still in fall mode, our clients are returning for their annual Christmas portraits! Our first holiday session took place in the first week of November.

Holiday Packages are now available until December 5th. After that regular pricing will apply. Book early to reserve your space and ensure (for canvas, calendars, cards or photobooks) Christmas delivery.

Packages starting at just $39
The Nibble:
20 minutes in studio. Choice of one background
1-8x10, 8 wallets, About 20 images to choose from on password protected site.


Xmas snack;
30 minutes. One background
2-8x10s, 1-5x7, 8 wallets, 30 to choose from


Holiday meal:
1-11x14, 2-8x10s, 3-5x7s, 8 wallets.
30-40 minutes in studio, two background changes
All images posted to password protected site

The Feast package:
75: 4x6 holiday postcards with chosen picture
2-8x10s, 10 images on CD
45 minutes in studio. Two background changes



Also a reminder if you are looking to have your photos transfered to canvas, made into a keepsake coffee table album or do holiday cards for your family's gifts, place your orders early as I can only take a limited amount of albums. Please order prior to December 1st for guaranteed Christmas delivery
Hope to see you this holiday season. If you have any questions about our Ottawa Family Christmas portraits please inquire either via email at info @ melanieshieldsphotography.com or phone at 613-296-1239

Melanie Shields Photography and Beantown on WeddingBells Blog!

We were fortunate enough to be selected to be on the WeddingBells.ca Real Weddings Blog for Andreanne and Graham's rainy (but gorgeous) fall wedding at the lovely Bean town Ranch in Plantagenet, Ont.
Here was the feature:

Wedding Bells Blog WEDthings
Real weddings

An Autumn-Themed Wedding In Eastern Ontario

Andreanne Beaulne and Graham Stevens, October 2nd, 2011, Plantagenet, Ontario.

Photography courtesy Melanie Shields Photography, (melanieshieldsphotography.com).

Vendors

Ceremony and reception location: Beantown Ranch
Dress: Julianne’s Bridal & Formal Wear
Hair: Odalia from Salon Elegance
Groom’s tux: Moores
Favours: Maple leaf wine stopper from Huge Wedding Savings Canada
Bridal party attire: Merry Marry
Cake: Ready-Made Custom Cupcakes
Caterer: Beantown Ranch
Flowers: Corsages and boutonnieres from Flowermania. Floral arrangements prepared by a co-worker of the bride using synthetic materials primarily purchased at Michaels.
Music: Quality Entertainment
Stationery: Michaels

Tags: autumn, brown, dogs, fall, indoor, ontario, orange, Plantagenet, real weddings, red, rustic, yellow

Posted October 20th, 2011 9:00 am By Bailey Spagat

Wonderful Light the Night Event, October 15th 2011

One of my Bride's Kim and her family have organized a wonderful event that I am proud to have donated an awesome framed photo for the silent auction to.
All money raised will be donated to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada.

Event details:
Time Tomorrow at 7:00pm - Sunday at 2:00am
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Location Local Heroes Bar&Grill-Bells Corners (15 Robertson Road)
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Created By Lindsay Valente
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Lindsay's beautiful sister-in-law Kim is currently in hospital fighting cancer. For those who know Kim, it will come as no surprise that her spirits are higher than ever and we all know this is just one more step in her battle to beat cancer once and for all.


On October 15, 2011 at 7 p.m. you are invited to join us at Local Heroes Bar & Grill in Bells Corners for an event to raise funds for Kim’s favourite charity –the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada. Kim’s team, CanCervive, will be participating in the Light the Night Walk next month and we want to make a donation in Kim’s name as a thank you for everything she does to inspire us.


There will be awesome door prizes, a silent auction and a prize for the person who is best-dressed in Light the Night colours-red, white and gold.
Tickets are $5 and will be available to purchase beforehand from Lindsay Valente and at the door the night of the fundraiser. All proceeds will go to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada. (http://www.lightthenight.ca/)
I hope you will join us for a night of fun and fundraising in honour of our amazing Kim!
Thank you to those who have generously donated prizes so far:
-Ottawa Senators

-Ottawa 67's

-Darcy McGee’s Kanata

-Canadian Sport Martial Arts Academy

-La Bottega

-Doolynaz Cupcakery

-First Fret Music

-Melanie Shields Photography

-Nails by Design

-Loblaws

-Brown's Your Independent Grocer

-Renu Spa

-Rinaldo's

October 2nd Ottawa wedding at Bean town Ranch

Bean town Ranch is always a pleasure to visit. They appoint people to look after the bride and groom whenever they need anything, the venue is gorgeous and the food is amazing!

 
 This was the first time I had been here on a non sunny day and the wedding was still incredible.
Andreanne and Graham, a big special thank you for having me there to photograph your wedding.
Andie and Graham were the winners of the discounted wedding package from the Spring 2011 Ottawa Wedding Show, so I'm so glad to have met them.
Also, there wedding will be appearing online somewhere very special to me with more details to follow as soon as it is confirmed.