Hi there! My name is Svea von Garnier. I am a Barrie, Ontario based photographer specializing in maternity, newborn & family photography. I’ve been in love with photography since I was a little girl and even went to college for it! But when my son was born it truly became my passion and tool to tell our story. I still can’t believe how that tiny bundle in my arms has turned into the rambunctious toddler he is now and the only proof I have that he was once able to stay in one spot, smiling with his sweet chubby cheeks, are the images I’ve captured along the way. Looking at these images makes my heart sing.
I love sharing that feeling with my clients or as I’ll call you soon enough; friends. It brings me joy to be a part of your journey. From those first excited days of growing a tiny human, through those nervous, sleep deprived weeks of caring for your newborn, to the years of being in the thick of it and all the special moments in between. The big hugs, nose to nose kisses and throw-in-the-air giggles, all those subtle ways you connect with your family. I want to be there capturing those moments, so that you can share your story with loved ones, near and far.
Speaking of far, I moved to Barrie 10 years ago from Berlin, Germany and my husband, son and I love travelling back frequently to be with Oma and Opa. I would consider myself an introverted people person. I love people and being active, but then I also really enjoy staying in my pjs and binging on X-files for the 100th time (my son’s middle name isn’t Fox because I love the animal so much ;-))
So I completely understand, If you show up to my studio in cozy fashion’s finest while I capture your little ones. When it’s time to be in there with them, I’ll help you along. You and your kids will treasure the images where you’re in there with them, embracing them, just being you.