Dana MacIntyre, Photographer

About Defining Moments Photography

Dana MacIntyre is a Guelph-based photographer who specializes in newborn, baby, child, and family photography. With her unique blend of posed and candid moments, she is able to provide her clients with quality images that are heartwarming, personal, and truly reflect the personality of those that are photographed. Defining Moments Photography serves Guelph, Fergus, Wellington County, Kitchener-Waterloo region, Halton Hills, and surrounding areas, including the GTA. Defining Moments Photography is a proud member of the National Association of Professional Child Photographers.

Archive: ‘Newborn & Baby’



Birthday Frenzy | Guelph Child Photographer

Thursday, May 9th, 2013

The last week of April and the first week of May was a busy time in our household as both my son and daughter celebrated their birthdays….and my littlest ‘Little’ hit her 6-month milestone.  Lots of cake, presents and celebrations were had…and of course, many photos were taken!  Thought I would share a few favourites of my kiddos!

 

On April 23rd, Reagan turned 3!  And she even had fancy toes for the occasion :)

On May 2nd, Owen turned 5!

On May 4th, Makenzie celebrated her 6-month milestone!  No cake for her though…she celebrated with some rice cereal instead  :)

 

Baby Sloane | Guelph Newborn Photographer

Monday, April 29th, 2013

Baby Sloane and her parents came to see me when she was exactly 1-week old.   This little one definitely made us work to get her to sleep and wanted to feed throughout, but I think that the efforts were well worth it in the end as we got a lot of great shots.  I was also happy to incorporate two “props” that her parents brought along for the session:  Her Daddy’s guitar, and a personalized cast of her momma’s belly that was made a couple of weeks prior to Sloane’s arrival.

Paige & Jay — Thank you for choosing me to capture some memorable shots of your new addition, and for all of your patience and efforts throughout our session.  I thoroughly enjoyed our time together!

Some of my faves:

 

Happy Birthday, Eden! | Toronto Baby Photographer

Wednesday, April 24th, 2013

I first photographed Eden when she was just shy of 3 months, and she recently returned to my studio for some fun and cake to celebrate her First Year milestone.  Eden is such a beautiful little girl, and her smile just lights up the room…however, early on during our session she was all about sporting the serious look.  Most of my usual tricks weren’t very successful in bringing out her smiles, but luckily Eden’s mama came prepared!  She had several of Eden’s favourite songs on her phone and as soon as they started playing, Eden began smiling from ear-to-ear, and busted out her super cute dance moves as well!   Since her session, every time I hear the Harlem Shake and the song that plays during the “Joe Fresh” commercial, I think of this little one!  She is utterly adorable!   Lauren & Eden — It was so great to see the two of you again!  I thoroughly enjoyed our time together and I hope that you love your photographs!

 

 I think it’s safe to say that she enjoyed her cake  :)

Baby Dylan | Guelph Newborn Photographer

Wednesday, April 10th, 2013

My good friends Tim & Amanda welcomed their first child, Dylan Owen Thomas into the world back in March.  I was thrilled that they asked me to do their newborn session.  Baby Dylan was a hungry little fella throughout their session, but he was also very cooperative when he did nod off to sleep.  I have so many favourites from this session…one being of Dylan in his Daddy’s hands.   Newborns always look extra teeny in their Daddy’s arms.   I have known Tim for about 15 years, but seeing him as a new Dad made my heart melt.  Congratulations again, Tim & Amanda — your baby boy is just precious, and he is so lucky to have such wonderful and lucky parents!  Thank you for allowing choosing me to capture this special time in your lives.

Meet Dylan, at 4 days new….

 

Twinkle twinkle little star… | Guelph Baby Photographer

Friday, April 5th, 2013

Twinkle twinkle little star, do you know how loved you are?

 

I have this phrase on the wall above my daughter’s crib, and it inspired me to come up with this set.  Makenzie’s 5-month milestone was the perfect occasion to allow me to try it out…and she was a perfect little model too!

 

 

Look At Me! Baby Sessions | Guelph Baby Photographer

Monday, March 25th, 2013

I recently added a new session option to the Defining Moments Photography menu – the “Look at Me!” Baby Session.  These sessions are becoming quite popular with clients between 3-12 months.  These mini sessions are a great way to document your child’s milestones within the first year.  The sessions are kept under 45-minutes which is enough time to keep baby’s interest while adding enough variety to the client gallery.  If you are interested in booking your own Baby Session, connect with me soon to lock-in at the special introductory rate of $75!  You can pre-book your session to take place anytime within 2013…but don’t wait too long to book your session because the session rate will increase to $99 on April 1st.

Several clients have already taken advantage of the current promo.  Here is a small sample of what a baby session around the 6-month mark entails:

 

Baby Victoria — I have had the opportunity to photograph Victoria as a newborn, again at 3 months for her family Xmas mini session, and then recently at 6-months.  She just keeps getting cuter and cuter!

 

Baby Maddie has the most beautiful eyes and squishable cheeks!  She was also the most mobile and curious 7-month olds I have ever met!

Sweet Sophie came to visit me for her 6-month session just a few weeks ago.  I also had the pleasure of photographing her as a newborn; she sure has changed a lot since then.  I love watching my littlest clients grow!

Book your own “Look at Me!” Baby Session by contacting me via email at info@definingmomentsphotography.ca or by phone 519.824.1459

Aden | Guelph Newborn Photographer

Saturday, March 16th, 2013

Aden made the cutest expressions when he was sleeping, and it was easy to see that his parents are just smitten with him.

 

Josie | Guelph Newborn Photographer

Friday, February 15th, 2013

I had a great time snuggling with sweet baby Josie this morning, and getting to know her momma.  At 5+ weeks-old, Josie certainly made us work for the sleepy shots, but the efforts were well worth it in the end as we were able to capture some really cute images.  Allison – Thanks so much for spending a good chunk of your day with me :)    I truly appreciate you choosing me to capture this fleeting time in your baby girl’s life.  I hope you enjoy your sneak peeks!

Elliott turns One! | Guelph baby photographer

Tuesday, January 29th, 2013

This little guy is such a cutie and was so cooperative for his first year portraits.  He had lots of fun smashing his cake too!  Happy 1st Birthday, Elliott!

Baby Benjamin | Guelph Newborn Photographer

Monday, January 21st, 2013

Little Benjamin did not want to wait and miss out on the New Year’s Eve festivities.  He surprised his parents by arriving around the dinner hour on New Years Eve…5 weeks ahead of schedule!  Fortunately he was born healthy and was ready to leave the hospital a few days later.  I had the pleasure of photographing him at 12 days new.  Such a sweet cooperative baby during his session.  A big thank you to Benjamin’s parents for choosing me to photograph their maternity session and their brand new baby boy a few weeks later.  I love watching families grow  :)

 

 

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