About Little Bear Photography
The Dreamer Behind The Lens
Hi, my name is Suzie! Lover of books, coffee, and living where I can see the stars in the dark. I'm a mama of three, married to my soulmate, and living my dream on our little country property in Orillia, Ontario. If you can't find me with my kids or taking photos, I'm most likely wrapped in a book on our porch.
I've always been an artistic soul, drawn first to graphite sketching and painting. Then, I always seemed to have a camera in my hands. I remember taking disposable cameras with me everywhere. In middle school, I learned how to shoot on film at the Dundas Valley School of Art. It came to no surprise that when I became a mom, I wanted to document every single moment through the lens of my camera. Motherhood has taught me a great deal about myself, but the one thing that stood out the most was learning to embrace and treasure the small moments.
When my desire became ignited, I knew I wanted to take it further by forming my own business. I invested in education and courses so I could fine-tune my skills and apply them to every session. Never did I think my dreams could become a reality, but here I am capturing the real, raw, emotional moments for my community.
My Focus
Bold, colourful, & moody. My photography centers on finding the little moments in between. The cozy snuggles, bare feet in the mud, and starstruck eyes. I shoot with more of a candid style, aiming to capture the sincere emotions in front of me. While I do direct posing for my sessions, you'll notice that I move around a lot. This is because I want to make sure your photos have a storytelling feel. Capturing not just the family holding each other close, but the shared glance between mom and dad. The tiny hands of little siblings as they run away together laughing. I want my photos to feel like coming home. All too often, our lives can feel rushed and routine. Let me help slow you down so we can take in this everyday magic together.
My Full Sessions are one hour, and fall under different categories to prioritize the focus of your gallery. I also offer seasonal Mini Sessions that are set on specific dates and times. These are limited-time bookings, so don't miss out! For a full list of my sessions, you can view these below.
Serving Orillia, Barrie, and Muskoka surrounding areas!
Memories
Sessions / Booking
Tell Your Story
What Do You Want To Remember?
Lifestyle Session
These intimate sessions are all about capturing the everyday magic in your life. Whether they are taken at your home, property, cottage, farm, or another special place in your heart, these photos turn something simple into a treasured keepsake. Includes a gallery of 60 high-resolution images. ~ 1 hr
Family Session
They are only this little once; preserve these memories as they are right now. Come meet me at the lake... Or the field, forest, farm, beach, or wherever your family feels most at home. Come dressed to coordinate and let me take care of the rest! Includes a digital gallery of 60 high-resolution images. ~ 1 hr
Seasonal Mini Session
What better way to document your year than with mini sessions? These 20 minute sessions change seasonally, keeping in tune with the holidays and ever-changing landscape around us. These sessions have set dates and locations, with specific time slots, making them a limited-time booking for each one. Includes a digital gallery of 15 high-resolution images.
~ 20 min
The Prequel
Couples Session
The passion. The emotions. The tenderness... And endless fun! Give me all of this, in a special place that means something to you. I want to tell your story, with every little detail that defines you as a couple. My photos will give the feel of who you are together, with all of those sweet stolen moments in tow. Surprise proposals welcome! Includes a digital gallery of 60 high-resolution images. ~ 1 hr
Maternity Session
Motherhood starts long before baby comes into the world. Let me capture that pregnancy glow, and all the intimacy that comes with it. Set in the outdoor location of your choice, or radiantly in your home, let's make your dream maternity session come true! Includes a gallery of 60 high-resolution images. ~ 1 hr
Newborn Session
Just about to start your next chapter? We'll capture all the warm and fuzzies that come with newborn babies. Featuring all the wrinkles and tiny toes, these precious sessions are the very first glimpses of your new family at home. My priority will be utilizing your nursery, and we may move into other sweet spots as well. For these, I'll also bring my selection of newborn wraps for some extra-cozy shots at the end. Includes a digital gallery of 60 high-resolution images. ~ 2 hrs
The Next Chapter
Engagement Session
Ready to start the next chapter in your lives together? As F. Scott Fitzgerald put it, "There are all kinds of love in this world, but never the same love twice". Engagement sessions are a little peek at your perfect love story and what makes it yours. Let me capture who you are as a couple, and take special photos you can share with loved ones to announce this exciting news. Studio rental is an optional add-on. Includes a digital gallery of 60 high-resolution images. ~ 1 hr
Fresh 48 Session
Everyone has a birth story. Typically done at the hospital, these sessions capture the earliest moments of your new baby's life. Little umbilical belly buttons, and hospital blanket snuggles... These photos are the perfect way to record those first few hours while you're getting to know each other. With an intimate feel, we'll capture all those once-in-a-lifetime details that involve your baby adjusting to life outside the womb. Includes a digital gallery of 60 high-resolution images.
~ 1 hr
Milestone Mini Session
Cake smashes, back-to-school photos, religious milestones, and other "firsts"... These occasions come only once and are worth celebrating-- and remembering! This mini can be set at an outdoor location that matches your vision, or at a studio space for an additional fee. Have your photoshoot outfits ready, and I'll curate the session to your style. Includes a digital gallery of 15 high-resolution images.
~ 20 min
The Keepsake Edition
Home for the Holidays Session
There's something timeless about the way holidays bring us back home-- to the smell of cookies in the oven and the sound of laughter echoing through the halls. These sessions are about slowing down and capturing that holiday magic. Let's bake gingerbread, hang stockings, and decorate the tree together. It's not about perfection, it's about presence. Let's treasure all the warmth, chaos, and nostalgia in your home. Includes a digital gallery of 60 high-resolution images.
~ 2 hrs
* Non-refundable retainer required to book