Essence Photography & Design

09/07/2026

🌸 Sweet Willow | 14 Months 🌸
Those smiles, those giggles, and those adorable little toes! 😍
Willow stopped by my Memory Maker POP-IN Portraits at VicSquare Community Market on August 29 and brought all the happy toddler energy. At 14 months old, she's full of curiosity, confidence, and the sweetest expressions—and I loved capturing this stage.
These quick and fun sessions are designed to capture your child's unique personality exactly as they are right now, because they grow and change so fast. 💕
📸 Personality POP-IN Portraits happen monthly (usually the second-last Saturday of the month) and are perfect for documenting all those little milestones in between birthdays.

08/31/2026

Want to know what my studio looks like? Simple timeless white space to make memories #

08/29/2026

08/25/2026

I'll be set up at the VicSquare Community Market on August 29 from 10 AM – 4 PM with my Memory Maker Pop-In Portraits!

✨ 10-minute photo session
✨ Up to 5 people
✨ 1 custom photo keychain included
✨ Keychain printed on-site while you shop

Only $30 + tax

Whether it's your family, best friend, coworker, grandkids, or your favourite shopping buddy, stop by and create a keepsake you'll actually take home the same day.

📍 Victoria Square Shopping Centre, Regina
📅 August 29
🔗 Pre-book your spot today: https://essence-photography.pixieset.com/booking/memorymakerpop-in

Limited spots available!

07/03/2026

THIS IS 18 MONTHS WITH NOAH! 🤍
I always look forward to seeing Noah and his mom in the studio! It's been so much fun watching him grow, and his big smiles and personality make every session a blast.
If you've been thinking about updating your little one's photos, my White Space Minis are the perfect way to capture this stage with a clean, timeless look.
✨ Book your session online: https://essence-photography.pixieset.com/booking/white-space-mini
🎉 Use code: 50% OFF
⏰ Offer expires: August 1, 2026

06/24/2026

Custom grad announcements just hit different 💙
Loved creating this one for Amora after her beautiful session—everything tied together perfectly ✨
Class of 2026, I’m ready for you! PS: wait until you see her 6x6 brag book.....eeek! I love my job

06/18/2026

The sessions with Movies for Mommies on Thursday, June 25th are now fully booked. Thank you — I’m looking forward to photographing your little ones.
If you weren’t able to secure a spot, a limited number of Pop-In Portrait sessions are available this weekend (June 20th).
A simple, timeless way to capture this stage — beautifully and effortlessly.
Reserve your spot: https://essence-photography.pixieset.com/.../pop-in...
Use code 50_OFF before June 19 at 11:59 PM

Melissa
Essence Photography & Design

06/10/2026

Four years of watching hMiss V grow 💛
From 1 month old until now… it’s been so special capturing each stage of her story. This 4-year session was full of personality—beads, pencils, balloons, and all that sass and sweetness that makes her her.
These are the moments that change so quickly, but mean everything when you look back.
So grateful to be part of memories like this ✨

06/09/2026

NEED A FATHER'S DAY GIFT? Ready to go Father's Day Magnet sets. 3 design - Sports dad/Superdad/Build it dad collect. Each set is $15/each. Message me for all the details

06/09/2026

📸 MFM "I LOVE DADDY" Galleries were sent out today!

If you didn’t receive an email with your link and password, please send me a private message and I’ll be happy to help you out!