Anna Epp is a wedding, event and portrait photographer located in Ottawa, Ontario. Her passion for photography, and capturing those special moments, shine through in her work.
Anna started out in film photography 22 years ago and has not looked back since.
Anna works both with mostly natural light, she prefers to capture the beauty and realism that natural light provides.
This Yacht Style Shoot was inspired by my love of the beach and Wendy, from Beyond Events, fabulous idea that a Yacht would add so much more to what we had in mind. We could not have asked for a more beautiful day nor a more perfect location. I am only sorry that I didn’t have this for my own wedding thirteen years ago.
Soft pinks and Golds together with the gorgeous back drop of Ivy Lea, Ontario on this beautiful yacht. You can just imagine the bride and groom together for their first dinner as a married couple, with the sun setting over the water and a view to take your breath away. Wendy and I wanted to showcase some of Ashton Station Bridal’s beautiful Rivini dresses in a destination style wedding, without traveling to a destination far away. Ivy Lea is located in the heart of the 1000 Islands, Canada. If you were looking for a destination feel to your wedding you don’t have to look much further than a short drive from Ottawa.
Many Thanks go out to all the amazing contributors to this shoot. All local to the Ottawa Area and all fabulous. If you are planning your wedding, be sure to inquire with each of these vendors as they always have something special to offer.
I was contacted late last Summer to photograph the Spring wedding of Monica and John. As we were winding up one of my favorite seasons and heading into Winter, we decided that we should wait for Spring for the Engagement session, since all of us already had a very busy Fall planned with school, training and work. And I am so happy we waited. We had such a beautiful day, even if it was a tad bit chilly. They sun was out and shining on us and we had lots of fun traipsing through the Market.
John is in the Military so we decided to start out at the National Peace Keeping Monument. A lovely spot to photograph as well as reflect. This shoot was all about them and the fact that their wedding is just a few short weeks away now. I find that when you ask the Groom -to-be if they are excited about the upcoming wedding, most of the time, they play it down even if you can see the excitement in their eyes. Not John, he was right there declaring how excited he was to marry Monica, a man very much in love.
The plans are all coming together nicely, Monica and I have met a few times now and I have to say that she is one of the calmest Brides-to-be that I have ever met. I think it is safe to say that Monica and John are very well matched and I am looking forward to their Wedding Day very much.
As we were walking through the market, I kept looking for the perfect patio to borrow. In my mind I could see Monica and John sitting at a patio chatting and having a lovely time together. We chose the Heart & Crown, mostly because it was easily accessible. They were talking and laughing and I was far away from them getting some fabulous shots. After we were finished there was a little bit of a debate going on. Was this where they first met? or was it further down the street? Monica was sure that it was Heart & Crown, John not so much. But as the details unraveled it would appear that Monica was right and they did indeed meet outside the Heart & Crown, not far from where they were sitting on the patio. John was quick to admit that Monica was indeed right, once the details were all remembered. I was so thrilled that we happened to pick the spot that they first met for part of our shoot, it brought out some smiles and stories and is now documented for them and will now always be remembered.
Monica and John, thank you for choosing me to be your Wedding Photographer, it is an honor for me and I look forward to capturing your day and all of its details for you both. I truly enjoyed meeting with you and seeing just how much in love you are. Your love radiates from both of you and I look forward to capturing it on your Wedding Day.
There are still a few dates left for 2012 and am also booking into 2013. Please feel free to contact me for your Wedding Photography.
I am extra excited because I will showing you how you can create your own videos with the tools you have now. Video? Yes, video.
I am not a videographer, so no I will not be adding this to my repertoire. I am however a photographer and I can give you tips on how to look your best, while creating quick videos to enhance your business. You most likely already have the tools you need, and if you don’t then I will let you know which ones will fit your needs. This will be your opportunity to have someone show you how to create videos, easily and efficiently. In addition I may even surprise you with a few extras, you will have to attend to find out.
This one day workshop will give you tools to make you the go to business in your industry. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to learn from some amazing women.
Here is a quick 20 second video that I created and posted within a very short time. And you can do it too!
For more information on what Katherine Cornfield, Amanda Aitken, Tina Yelle and I will be talking about and to register, go to The Fuchsia Factory Workshop page.
One day to inspire you and give your business the tools that it needs to strive and succeed.
Jennifer and I have been working together for almost a year now. Although her company, Hart and Galla, is based out of Toronto, her work brings her to Ottawa quite often. We talk all the time about how people should look like themselves in their avatars or on their webpages. It is great to have fun shots of yourself on a beach or at a party, but only if you are not a business. In the case of Jennifer, she did have a pretty great photo of herself, however, it was an older photo and it wasn’t done professionally, you could tell. Jennifer has been working out and running and now looks a bit different than she did when that last photo was taken. It was time for an update.
Thanks to some really fabulous weather we had in Ottawa last week, we were able to meet for our session in short sleeves and light breezes, we couldn’t have asked for a better day. I am so pleased to present to you Jennifer of Hart and Galla as you would see her. This is the Jennifer you would be meeting and working with, her bright smile and sunny disposition is exactly how she is in business and I am so pleased that we were able to capture that.
Thank you Jennifer, for having me capture you and your beautiful smile. It was a such an honor for me, I have enjoyed working with you over this past year and I look forward to doing it again very soon.
If you are in business don’t leave your headshots in the hands of your iPhone, trust a professional to take care of this for you, and put your best face forward. Contact me today to book a headshot session of your own. I look forward to capturing your great smile and presenting you to your clients as they would and should see you.
I feel so blessed when I get the opportunity to photograph a precious Newborn. The sweet smell of a new baby, so tiny and new. Isla was a treasure to photograph, she was already nine days old here but so teeny compared to my own two children, to me there is something so beautiful and special about a tiny new life. Bringing with her so much joy to her parents and the entire family. Babies change so quickly that before you know it Isla will be rolling and sitting up and then, walking.
I couldn’t resist capturing her tiny hands, feet and lips, so beautiful and perfect as perfect can be.
We had to be sure to capture the whole family, pup included. Such a well mannered member of the family, she made sure I was worthy of being allowed to meet Isla, then stuck close by just in case I needed a reminder.
Mom is originally from Winnipeg, so it was only fitting that Isla be sent her first Winnipeg Jets Hockey Jersey. And although a little bit big for her, I think she will be a happy hockey fan as she grows up, although she may have to cheer a little loud to be heard over the cheers from Dad for the Maple Leafs.
Thank you to Charnelle and Jim for welcoming me into your home and capturing your beautiful Isla. I was honored to have the privilege and I look forward to seeing her grow in the years to come.
If you or someone you know is pregnant and would like to book a newborn session, please contact me as soon as possible so we can fit you in the schedule.
