Toddlers, kids, children, little monsters…they come with many names, and I love them all. I posted on Instagram recently how a big part of my heart and passion is with children. I have known since I was 13 years old, when I got my first job as an assistant swim instructor, that I wanted to ALWAYS work with kids. Being around kids brought out this side of me that I didn’t know I had – loud, silly, funny, and totally UN-selfconscious. Over time, “working with or alongside kids” evolved into being a summer camp counsellor, Girl Guides leader, school tutor, elementary school teacher, and mother. Making the move to become a full-time photographer and enterpreneur, and leaving that traditional job title of “teacher” behind, I worried that this would all be a big mistake. I thought I’d miss the kids too much.
But the amazing thing about my job now is that I get to meet and be around a LOT of kids! I get to watch them grow from babyhood to toddlerhood. I get to watch them become big sisters and big brothers. I get to talk to hang out with them in their home and go on guided tours of their bedrooms and playrooms.
It’s pretty awesome.
So if you’re thinking of booking a session but you’re worried that your toddler or child isn’t ready because she’s scared of strangers, or she takes a while to warm up, or she doesn’t act herself when around new people, it’s okay. I’ve got a few tricks up my sleeve. And I’m happy to just hang out and play trains if that’s what it takes to become friends with them.
Here’s a recent session with a toddler who has just become a big brother. I last photographed him when he was a newborn himself so it was so sweet to see him again.
Jessica Nip Photography specializes providing a full service experience that starts with booking your session through to the beautiful tangible heirloom products being displayed in your home. Her style of soft, natural and light-filled imagery can be seen in all her maternity, newborn, child and family portraits in Toronto, Canada. Her favourite images are highlighted on the blog, but if you’d like to see what a full gallery looks like, please send her a note and she’d be happy to show you!
To inquire about a session, please click here or email Jessica at info@jessicanip.com.
I can’t wait to help you create a beautiful visual legacy for your family!
