Afternoon Motherhood Session at Notion Studio | Bowmanville Family Photographer

May 12

There’s something uniquely powerful about stepping into a quiet, sun-drenched studio with just you and your child. No distractions. No rush. Just time set aside to be together. This motherhood session took place on a soft afternoon at Notion Studio in Bowmanville — a space that lets connection take centre stage.

With its clean white walls, floor-to-ceiling windows, and nostalgic aesthetic, the studio became a canvas for their bond. Studio spaces like this strip everything back — no clutter, no background noise — so that the focus stays exactly where it should: on the love, laughter, and little in-between moments that define motherhood.

From warm cuddles on the vintage couch to light-filled twirls and bubbles on the studio floor, every image carries the quiet beauty of this chapter. The way she tucks her daughter close. The giggles, the long shadows, the calm. These aren’t posed portraits — they’re honest glimpses into what it feels like to be a mother.

As a Bowmanville and Durham Region family photographer, sessions like this are at the heart of what I do. Whether we’re outdoors at golden hour or tucked inside a studio like Notion, my goal is always the same: to document your connection in a way that feels true, timeless, and meaningful.