Jen Short Photography

Family & Newborn Photography

Family :: VanGyzen

Markham Family Photographer

Sometimes we chase the sun and sometimes we try to outrun the rain. This was one of those threatening forecasts we all dread.

Every year I meet tons of families and get the chance to share in making memories with their little ones. This family books me every year and it makes me so happy to see their name pop up on my screen. We share a lot in common and even though people start out as clients, they become friends. I fall in love with their kids and enjoy interacting with them at our session.  It’s crazy how much easier a session can go when kids are into it. Or at least having fun.

Toogood Park in Markham is not where we planned to meet, but the drive there said we had to figure something out. As I was about to get to the park the sky opened up and I couldn’t even see the hood of my car. That feeling is the worst when you know your clients have spent time getting ready and prepping the kids. I’ve been on the other side, driving to our own session and seeing the sky turn dark grey.  So I get it.  Luckily we found a patch of clear sky and headed that way.  I had forgotten about this park. Pretty sure it’s been 6 yrs since I had been there.  But it worked. We avoided the rain, captured some adorable photos and got to catch up on life.

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Family :: Parsons

Newmarket Family Photographer

Flower farms aren’t just in the movies. I thought they were for the longest time. How could something so pretty actually exist. But they do. Country Cut Flowers is obviously my fave and no matter where we are on the property, the images come out stunning.

I’ve been photographing this family for 7 years now. Closer to 8 I think. It feels like I started this career not so long ago, but clients like this remind me it’s been a while.  Someone messaged me about their 2013 session and I’m still at a loss for words. It’s literally been at least 10 years since I started capturing families.  How?!

As the summer approaches and my calendar starts to fill up, I am reminded of all the families I have been lucky enough to meet. How many I am about to get to know and watch grow. Not every client comes back every year, but those that do have a special place in my heart.  It’s an honour to capture these memories for them and to be a part of it all year after year. It’s so amazing to see kids go from newborns to toddlers to little people with big personalities. I really do love what I do and think my clients are a huge part of it. Especially this family.

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Newborn :: Mikael

Newborn photographer located in York Region

First newborn of 2022!

It feels like forever since I had a baby in the studio to snuggle.  It feels like forever since I had my own kids and holding clients babies reminds me how fast they grow. These tiny little people are so sweet and steal my heart every time. Makes me want to have my own. Then I remember I can’t send them back when they have a dirty diaper or are crying.  Guess this is why they say it’s so great being a grandparent lol.

The studio is open with limited spaces for upcoming newborns and milestone sessions. In an effort to keep the studio as clean and sanitized as possible I am limiting how many clients I bring in per month. It is best to book early to ensure I have space.  Need more info or want to see some galleries, contact me HERE

Can’t wait to see this little man grow!
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Family :: Marshall

York Region Photographer – specializing in family, maternity and newborn

There is a season between summer and fall that I love. Technically it’s fall, but it’s early fall when leaves haven’t changed yet. I agree the fall colours are gorgeous, but I love my greens. Like really love them.  So during this brief change of seasons, I try to book as many sessions as possible. The golden glow, the soft breeze, the perfect combo of everything that makes families happy.

There is a spot I found one day when I was wandering. No I’m not one to hike or even go for walks, but when I’m out, my head is on a swivel.  Just ask my husband about my rubber necking when we drive. There are so many potential spots for sessions, just requires some imagination and a little trust.  This location is just that.  Off the beaten path, but totally worth the extra effort. These logs, the sun poking through behind, the dirt path and the tree lined road that takes you there. I’m dying to go back.

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Newborn :: Jace

I said bring me all your newborn babies…… and poof they appear.

There is that moment your client tells you they love pirates. The following moment your head starts spinning because you love them too!  It makes me happy when people have ideas but trust my creativity to make it awesome.  This session was no excuse.  I was born for this.  Actually, I was born on talk like a pirate day so it was only fitting.

Then there’s that moment you realize you have the perfect vendor (Flirty Bambini) to make a pirate costume for a newborn.  Seriously can’t believe it all came together and so easy.  Baby Pirates are all sorts of amazing and this little guy nailed it!!!

So excited to have met this sweet family and can’t wait to see baby Jace grow!
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Jen Short is a family, newborn and maternity photographer in Toronto and York Region area including Markham, Stouffville, Richmond Hill, Newmarket, Aurora.