Meraki

Photographic Creations

Not sure which session is right for you? I'll guide you every step of the way.

Not sure which session is right for you?
I'll guide you every step of the way.

Meraki Photographic Creations
~Vintage-Inspired Portraits of Your Littlest Love, Rooted in Warmth & Wonder

Meraki Photographic Creations
~Vintage-Inspired Portraits of Your Littlest Love, Rooted in Warmth & Wonder

Fine~Art Newborn, Baby & Family Photography in Paris, Ontario

Fine~Art Newborn, Baby & Family Photography in
Paris, Ontario

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Hi, I’m Denise—Welcome to Meraki Photographic Creations
Where timeless portraiture meets the tender beginnings of parenthood.

I specialize in gently posed newborn photography that blends elegance with rustic, vintage charm—creating fine-art portraits styled with intention and guided by baby’s comfort. With over a decade of experience and a safety-first approach, each session is carefully crafted to preserve your baby’s earliest days with grace and authenticity.

Nestled inside our century-old carriage house in Paris, Ontario, my warm and cozy studio is designed for both artistry and ease. This is not a natural light studio—I work with professional lighting to create a consistently soft, controlled look that highlights every delicate feature without compromise. From handcrafted props to timeless styling, every detail is curated to reflect your family’s story.

As Brant County’s only PPOC-accredited photographer in Newborn Portraits and Portrait – Infant & Child, and certified in newborn safety through APNPI, you can rest easy knowing your little one is in skilled, loving hands.

Mama, I see you.
You’re growing life—and soon, you’ll be holding your heart outside your body.
Let me help you preserve these fleeting moments—before they softly fade into memory.

Welcome to Meraki Photographic Creations, where artistry meets motherhood—and love lives in every frame. As a certified and safety-trained newborn photographer with over a decade of experience, I specialize in creating timeless, organic newborn portraits that preserve the beauty of your baby’s earliest days.

Located in the heart of Paris, Ontario, my cozy newborn photography studio is nestled within our century-old carriage house—a dedicated space thoughtfully designed for your baby’s safety, comfort, and care. Here, newborns, babies, and growing families feel truly at home in a calm and nurturing environment.

I’m proud to be Brant County’s only PPOC-accredited photographer in Newborn Portraits and Portrait – Infant & Child, and I hold newborn safety certification through APNPI—because your baby’s well-being means everything to me.

Mama, I see you.
You’re nurturing life. And soon, you’ll be holding your heart outside your body. Let me help you hold onto this season—every soft cuddle, sleepy yawn, and tiny stretch—before it slips quietly into memory.

You're creating life - let's capture the beauty of this season with art that lasts forever.

Hi I'm Denise!

Because the tiniest moments become the most treasured memories.

Because the tiniest moments become the most treasured memories.

“Meraki”
~ Weaving Memory, Meaning & Motherhood Into Every Frame

“Meraki” ~ Weaving Memory, Meaning & Motherhood
Into Every Frame

                        Hi, I’m Denise
Newborn portraiture rooted in love, styled with vintage soul. Because they’ll never be this little again~and you deserve portraits as timeless as the moments they hold.

Because the tiniest moments become the most treasured memories.

“Meraki” ~ Weaving Memory, Meaning & Motherhood
Into Every Frame

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Elegant, Heirloom-Quality Portraits ~
My Artistic Approach

Every portrait I create is a quiet celebration of love, legacy, and detail. My style is a blend of fine~art portraiture, shaped by the warmth of rustic textures, the charm of vintage inspiration, and the grace of timeless elegance.

Each session is styled with intention~featuring hand-selected props, soft neutral palettes, and heirloom~quality accents. I thoughtfully source from local artisans, curating a newborn client closet filled with delicate headbands, floral crowns, hand-knit bonnets, and wraps, each chosen to enhance your baby’s natural beauty without overwhelming it.

This is storytelling with soul~imagery that honors the quiet, fleeting magic of your baby’s earliest days and transforms it into art meant to be held, displayed, and cherished for generations.

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I specialize in elegant, vintage-inspired newborn photography
gently posed, softly styled, and always guided by your baby’s comfort.

With over a decade of experience and newborn safety certification through APNPI, each session is crafted with calm, care, and artistry.

Inside my century-old carriage house studio in Paris, Ontario,
you’ll find a space designed for stillness, connection, and fine-art storytelling.

I work with soft, controlled studio lighting—
not natural light—
to highlight every delicate feature with precision and warmth.

From hand-selected props to locally made headbands, wraps, and bonnets,
every piece in your session is chosen to reflect your story—
rooted in rustic textures, timeless tones, and a love for the little things.

As Brant County’s only PPOC-accredited photographer in
Newborn and Infant & Child Portraits,
your baby’s safety—and your legacy—are at the heart of everything I do.

Mama, I see you.
You’re growing life—
and soon, you’ll be holding your heart outside your body.

Let me help you preserve these first,
fleeting days — before they softly fade into memory.

~In her tiny hands and delicate smile lies a world of infinite wonder, as fleeting as the petals of a yellow flower ~

~In her tiny hands and delicate smile lies a world of infinite wonder, as fleeting as the petals of a yellow flower ~

Elegant, Heirloom-Quality Portraits
~My Artistic Approach

Every portrait I create is a quiet celebration of love, legacy, and detail. My style is a blend of fine-art portraiture, shaped by the warmth of rustic textures, the charm of vintage inspiration, and the grace of timeless elegance.

Each session is styled with intention—featuring hand-selected props, soft neutral palettes, and heirloom-quality accents. I thoughtfully source from local artisans, curating a newborn client closet filled with delicate headbands, floral crowns, hand-knit bonnets, and wraps, each chosen to enhance your baby’s natural beauty without overwhelming it.

This is storytelling with soul—imagery that honors the quiet, fleeting magic of your baby’s earliest days and transforms it into art meant to be held, displayed, and cherished for generations.
Fine-art newborn portraiture styled with rustic charm, vintage softness, and timeless intention.

Set against the rustic charm of Paris and the scenic beauty of Brant County, family sessions unfold in thoughtfully chosen outdoor locations~where genuine moments shine. With my warm, timeless editing style, we’ll preserve the laughter, snuggles, and soul~filled details that make your family’s story uniquely yours.

Perfect for All Life's Milestones

Family

Family photography session

From gummy grins to first steps, these little moments are big memories.
Celebrate your baby’s growth with timeless milestone portraits designed around their age, stage, and personality. Perfect for tummy time, sitters, standers, and first birthdays~styled with comfort and charm in mind.

Perfect for: 3, 6, 9, and 12 months

Milestone

Milestone photography session

Tiny details. Soft textures. A love that’s just beginning. Your newborn’s earliest days are preserved with care in a cozy, dedicated studio space in Paris, Ontario. Using gentle posing and ethically sourced heirloom props, each session reflects the tenderness of this fleeting season.

Perfect for: Babies 5–21 days new

Newborns

Newborn photography Session

Every stage of parenthood holds beauty~my goal is to preserve it for you, with authenticity and warmth.

Every stage of parenthood holds beauty~my goal is to preserve it for you, with authenticity and warmth.

Documenting the Journey of Parenthood with Heartfelt Imagery

Documenting the Journey of Parenthood with Heartfelt Imagery

Your family’s story is one worth preserving~whether you’re holding your baby for the first time or watching them grow into their next chapter. Each session is an invitation to pause, breathe, and soak in the beauty of this fleeting season.

From delicate newborn portraits to joy~filled milestone sessions and heartwarming family moments, every experience at Meraki Photographic Creations is carefully crafted with love, artistry, and intention.

Sessions take place in my cozy, dedicated studio inside our century-old carriage house in Paris, Ontario, or in the golden glow of nature for seasonal family sessions. All collections include access to lovingly sourced props, gentle guidance, and heirloom~quality artwork designed to last for generations.

       Your family’s story is worth preserving
~from those very first snuggles to joyful milestones.

Each session is an invitation to pause, breathe,
and soak in the beauty of this fleeting season.

At Meraki Photographic Creations, sessions are crafted with love, care, and intention~held in my cozy studio in Paris, Ontario, or outdoors in golden light for returning families.

You’ll receive gentle guidance, heirloom~quality artwork, and timeless portraits that hold your heart for generations.

Luxury Portraits · Effortless Sessions · Cherished Memories

An Investment in Timeless Newborn, Milestone & Family Portraits

An Investment in Timeless
Newborn, Milestone & Family Portraits

As a Qualified Newborn Photographer (QNP) with the Accredited Professional Newborn Photographers International (APNPI), I’ve completed formal certification that recognizes not only my artistry, but also my commitment to the highest standards in safety, ethics, and professional newborn care.

This international certification is more than just a title~it’s an earned credential that required me to demonstrate:
A strong foundation in newborn                       physiology and safety
• A professional~level portfolio reviewed         and scored by experts
• In~depth knowledge of proper posing,            lighting, and handling techniques
• A deep understanding of the APNPI’s             Code of  Ethics


It’s designed specifically for photographers who specialize in maternity, newborn, and baby portraits, and serves as a quality assurance for families looking for someone they can trust with their most precious moments.

Whether you’re a first~time parent or growing your family, you deserve peace of mind knowing your baby is in the hands of a certified, experienced professional. This credential reflects my ongoing dedication to both artistry and safe, soulful storytelling.

As a Qualified Newborn Photographer (QNP) with the Accredited Professional Newborn Photographers International (APNPI), I’ve completed formal certification that recognizes not only my artistry, but also my commitment to the highest standards in safety, ethics, and professional newborn care.

This international certification is more than just a title~it’s an earned credential that required me to demonstrate:

  A strong foundation in newborn physiology and safety
 • A professional~level portfolio reviewed and scored by experts
 • In-depth knowledge of proper posing, lighting, and handling techniques
 • A deep understanding of the APNPI’s Code of Ethics


It’s designed specifically for photographers who specialize in maternity, newborn, and baby portraits, and serves as a quality assurance for families looking for someone they can trust with their most precious moments.

Whether you’re a first~time parent or growing your family, you deserve peace of mind knowing your baby is in the hands of a certified, experienced professional. This credential reflects my ongoing dedication to both artistry and safe, soulful storytelling.

What is an APNPI qualified
Newborn Photographer?

What is an APNPI qualified Newborn Photographer?

Qualified Newborn Photographer

Qualified Newborn Photographer

To become Accredited, I submitted ten images, anonymously, to the Professional Photographers of Canada's Board of Review. These images were scored based on Vision, Impact, Composition and Technical Ability. All ten images must pass.

Additionally, as a member of the PPOC, I am held to a strict Code of Ethics which guides how I conduct business with clients. By hiring an Accredited Professional Photographer, you can rest easy knowing that you're hiring someone whose skills have been tested and confirmed by a professional association in Canada.

To become Accredited, I submitted ten images, anonymously, to the Professional Photographers of Canada's Board of Review. These images were scored based on Vision, Impact, Composition and Technical Ability. All ten images must pass.

Additionally, as a member of the PPOC, I am held to a strict Code of Ethics which guides how I conduct business with clients. By hiring an Accredited Professional Photographer, you can rest easy knowing that you're hiring someone whose skills have been tested and confirmed by a professional association in Canada.

What is Accreditation?

What is Accreditation?

A trusted professional

A trusted professional

I was referred to Denise through a good friend and all I can say is WOW. Wow to it all...Denise is professional and so incredibly passionate at what she does. From start to finish, her communication was on point and the turnover time to get the photos was exceptional (considering editing takes time to do it right). I never knew the amount of commitment and effort it takes to get newborn shots until now. We are so happy with the final result and would highly recommend Denise. Thank you again for your amazing work and for sharing your talent! :)
~ Kate French, St.George, Ontario

I was referred to Denise through a good friend and all I can say is WOW. Wow to it all...Denise is professional and so incredibly passionate at what she does. From start to finish, her communication was on point and the turnover time to get the photos was exceptional (considering editing takes time to do it right). I never knew the amount of commitment and effort it takes to get newborn shots until now. We are so happy with the final result and would highly recommend Denise. Thank you again for your amazing work and for sharing your talent! :)
~ Kate French, St.George, Ontario

WoW..
WOW to it all...

What New Parents Are Saying About Their Newborn Sessions

What New Parents Are Saying About Their Newborn Sessions

Your baby’s first moments are fleeting ~ but with Meraki Photographic Creations, you can cherish them forever. Our organic, timeless newborn photography in Paris, Ontario captures every tiny detail with gentle care and artistic precision. From sleepy newborn snuggles to joyful milestone giggles, we make booking your photography session easy and stress~free.

Your baby’s first moments are fleeting ~ but with Meraki Photographic Creations, you can cherish them forever. Our organic, timeless newborn photography in Paris, Ontario captures every tiny detail with gentle care and artistic precision. From sleepy newborn snuggles to joyful milestone giggles, we make booking your photography session easy and stress-free.

Every Beautiful Story Begins With a simple hello-let's chat!!

Every Beautiful Story Begins With a simple hello~let's chat!!

Baby Photography in South~Western Ontario

Baby Photography in Southern~Ontario

Professional Newborn Photographer &

Professional Newborn Photographer &

I’m so grateful to do what I love—capturing the tiniest details of new life, and preserving them as timeless keepsakes. This work is deeply personal to me. Every session is a one-of-a-kind experience, thoughtfully designed for the families I serve.

Thank you for journeying this far. I can’t wait to create something beautiful with you.

I’m so grateful to do what I love—capturing the tiniest details of new life, and preserving them as timeless keepsakes. This work is deeply personal to me. Every session is a one-of-a-kind experience, thoughtfully designed for the families I serve.

Thank you for journeying this far. I can’t wait to create something beautiful with you.

Where to now?

Where to now?