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2025 Year End Roundup | North Bay & Callander Photographer

January 1, 2026 by raindance

A year in review — one frame from every session, but the truth is that the story behind these photos is just as important.

This year I grew creatively in ways I used to only hope for.
I finally found consistency in my editing style, and I strengthened the kind of client relationships that make this job more than “work.” Those pieces gave me life.

And then… real life happened too.
I spent months feeling like I was sprinting only to fall behind anyway — until a proper ADHD diagnosis finally connected the dots between motivation, balance, and the heaviness I couldn’t name. On the business side, slow seasons tested my confidence, and once things picked up, I found myself buried under an editing backlog while juggling a part-time job that gave me structure, connection, and space to rebuild my momentum.

I thought about quitting more times than I’ll ever admit out loud.
But every time I came close, something in me pushed back — a reminder that I’ve still got it, even as life shifts and I grow older. I learned I’m allowed to start again, that my mistakes don’t define me, and that resilience isn’t loud… sometimes it’s just quietly getting back up and showing up anyway.

To everyone who trusted me to tell their story this year — thank you.
Your support kept this little business of mine alive and gave me room to rediscover my spark. If you’d like to create together again in 2026, or if it’s finally your turn to be on the other side of the lens, I’d be honoured to capture your moments when the time feels right.

Here’s to growth that doesn’t always look pretty, work that still matters, and a New Year that I’m walking into with both feet planted and my camera ready.

Raindance Photography is Callander’s exclusive newborn, baby, child, family, maternity and pet photographer. Specializing in studio newborn photography and outdoor portrait sessions and servicing clients from Callander, North Bay, Barrie, Orillia, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Midland, and Penetanguishene since 2011. To book your in-studio or outdoor photo session with Raindance Photography, please contact info@raindancephoto.ca

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2024 Year in Review | North Bay & Callander Photographer

January 1, 2025 by raindance

2024 was a year full of the challenges and ups and downs that I know many small businesses have faced lately. I know the economy hasn’t been wonderful, and that makes me even more grateful to each and every one of you for choosing me, for trusting me to capture your special moments and memories. I very much look forward to continuing to grow through these challenges, and I have so much hope and vision for the future of Raindance Photography.

2025 will be a year of personal and professional growth for me. I have so much planned – from an entire years’ line up of Mini Events to investing in professional development and honing my skill. I am looking forward to spending time in all of my favourite places between Barrie, Midland, Penetanguishene, Callander, North Bay and beyond photographing all of your beautiful smiling faces; your sweet, brand new squishy newborns, and your favourite furry friends too!

I am wishing you all the warmest wishes for a safe and Happy New Year and health and abundance for the year to come.

Love,

Stephanie, Your Photographer 😉

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Newborn + Milestone Mini Promo | North Bay & Callander Newborn Baby Photographer

December 29, 2024 by raindance

Due January or February, 2025 (or know someone who is?) this special promo is for you!

Book your newborn session now to receive a complimentary Studio Sitter Milestone Mini ($175 Value). Milestone Minis happen when baby is sitting confidently unassisted, usually around the 6-9 months of age mark.

A lot of people don’t know that newborn sessions are best booked while you’re still expecting to guarantee that your baby will be seen during that ideal first 5-21 days of life. This is the window where babies are still quite sleepy, squishy, and poseable so that we can achieve the look that you see in my work on my website.

If you’re interested in securing a session for your new baby (I book Newborns Monday-Friday at 10am) please fill out this booking form (and don’t forget to check that you’d like a free milestone mini if you’re due in January or February!)

https://raindancephoto.ca/mach/view.php?id=84527

If you know someone who might be interested, please share this post with them so they don’t miss out! This promotion is valid for all sessions taking place in the North Bay/Callander area.

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The Client Appreciation Contest is Coming Back!

December 9, 2024 by raindance

I have some exciting news this morning (no, it’s not about my Studio, although since everyone has been asking after my announcement earlier this year – my beautiful little Studio is still located in Callander and I have not moved.)

Past clients of mine, pre-2020 may remember this, but anyone I’ve met since has not had the opportunity to experience an annual Client Appreciation Contest yet. With all of the uncertainty that came with the onset of 2020, I had halted the contest until I was absolutely certain about the future of my business. Now, here we are at the end of 2024 and I am SO EXCITED to finally be bringing this back!

I always loved showing my clients how much I appreciate them. Without all of you trusting me to document your special moments – from the beginning of new life, the end of life, and all of the memories in between, I wouldn’t be able to do what I love so much for a living. Every year, I would put out a call for anyone who had a session for me that year to pick one photo and tell me why it was their favourite. That photo was then entered into the Client Appreciation Contest where a grand prize winner would be chosen at random to receive their next Full All Inclusive photo session completely on me! There were also 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place opportunities to win mini sessions and beautiful printed products for entries with the most “votes” on their images (on the Facebook platform).

Not only am I bringing the contest back for THIS year, but for EVERY year prior that did not have the opportunity!

So, here’s your notice, my lovely friends! If you had a session with me in 2020-2024 now’s the time to find your favourite image and think about why it’s your fave! I will begin accepting entries later this week, and because I still have four more sessions to go this year and want to give everyone an equal opportunity, entries will be collected until midnight on December 31st. The contest will launch with the New Year on January 1st and will run for one week.

As always, if you had more than one session with me in that time, you get to pick one from each session to enter!

Stay tuned!

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Documentary Lifestyle Newborn Sessions | North Bay & Barrie Newborn Photographer

June 6, 2024 by raindance

Lifestyle newborn sessions like this one allow us to document those early days of your new baby’s life, freezing moments in time for you to cherish forever. These sessions are available in the North Bay area at a discounted price point, OR in the comfort of your own home in Barrie, Midland, Penetanguishene, Gravenhurst or Huntsville.

These sessions are best done while baby is between 5-21 days of age, and are best booked while you are still expecting (although if baby has arrived and you’d like to book, I can accommodate last minute requests, so don’t be afraid to reach out!)

Documentary Lifestyle sessions are also ideal for those families who have missed that first-few-weeks window of new baby’s life for whatever reason, and now have an older baby but would still like to capture this fleeting time.

Please share this with anyone expecting a new wee family member and I would be happy to send along more information and pricing.

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Studio Newborn Photography | North Bay & Barrie Newborn Photographer

June 2, 2024 by raindance

Studio newborn sessions like this one allow us to create classic, timeless art – freezing these early days of your new baby’s life in time for you to cherish forever. These sessions are available at my Studio in Callander, OR in the comfort of your own home in Barrie, Midland, Penetanguishene, Gravenhurst or Huntsville.

Please share this with anyone expecting a new wee family member and I would be happy to send along more information and pricing.

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Studio Newborn Availability | North Bay & Callander Newborn Photographer

April 22, 2024 by raindance

Happy Monday!

I’m counting down the Mondays I have left in my Studio. Leaving here will be bittersweet, for sure. Over the next few weeks I’m going to be sharing some of my favourite moments that I’ve captured in my Studio over the last year.

If you’re expecting, or know someone who is, I have a handful of newborn session timeslots available, on select Mondays at 10am before the end of June. Best to book now to secure your space! You can find Collection Information here: https://raindancephoto.ca/2024-newborn-collections-pricing/
and if you’d like to go ahead with booking, just Contact Me and we’ll get the ball rolling!

Have a great day everyone! (And feel free to share this info with any friends who might need a newborn photographer between now and June!)

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Gift Certificates | North Bay & Callander Photography Studio

December 9, 2023 by raindance

Just in time for those of you looking for last minute gift ideas, Gift Certificates are now available! These make great stocking stuffers, and are available in any dollar amount.

Pick-up in Callander, or delivery is possible within Callander and North Bay.

Limited Quantities available. Please contact me or email info@raindancephoto.ca to snag yours!

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FLASH SALE on Summer Sessions | Callander & North Bay Photographer

August 2, 2023 by raindance

FLASH SALE ALERT! Only 3 left!

Save $150 off of The All Inclusive Collection for the following remaining Summer dates:

Tuesday August 8th @ 7:30pm

Friday August 11th @ 7:30pm

Tuesday August 15th @ 7:30pm

~~Friday August 18th @ 7:30pm~~ BOOKED

(Rain dates are Mondays and Wednesdays)

After that, that’s it for the Summer season, my friends! If you’d like a beach or field session in Callander, Corbeil or North Bay before the temperatures cool off, now’s the time.

What does the All Inclusive Package Include?

– Up to 1 hour session at a location in Callander (either the Field or the Beach)

– All of your photos (40+) delivered in high resolution, in both colour and black and white, on USB

– Matching set of 4×6 colour prints

– $50 e-Gift card to use towards a future session

If you’d like to snag one of these appointments, please fill out this booking form and submit electronically and I will be in touch to arrange your session!

BOOKING FORM (Choose the SALE option from the dropdown menu when choosing your package)

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Newborn Wish List Sessions | North Bay & Callander Newborn Baby Photographer

May 23, 2023 by raindance

I have a bunch of newborn backdrops that I’ve had in my collection for ages, but for whatever reason, I haven’t had the opportunity to use them and I would absolutely LOVE to! As adorable as this little stuffed lamb is, it’s not the same as a sweet and squishy newborn baby. 😛

So! If you or someone you know is due to have a baby in June, this deal is for you! Feel free to share it with anyone else who might be interested. I will only be offering one or two deals per backdrop, so make sure to sign up before your choice is taken. This promotion is for The Wrapped Mini Collection, which includes up to 1.5 hours in-studio, baby is photographed all wrapped up nice and snug on one set, and 8 digital files of your choice (which you choose from a private online ordering gallery). This collection is regularly $250 (including hst) and will be 50% off ($125) when booking one of the sets shown below!

To snag your appointment, please fill out this form and submit electronically as soon as you can: Newborn Session Wish List Booking Form

Sessions take place Monday-Friday at 10am at my Studio in Callander (Terrace Road). If you have any questions or have any difficulty with the booking form, please email info@raindancephoto.ca and I will get back to you as soon as I can.

I will be in contact with anyone who signs up via email, so please check your junk folders if you don’t receive anything back from me within 48 hours.