Planning a wedding in Pickering means you don’t necessarily have to travel into downtown Toronto to find a beautiful setting for your day. From waterfront celebrations along Lake Ontario to rustic countryside venues and historic properties, there are several very different wedding venues in Pickering, Ontario to consider. As a Pickering wedding photographer, one of […]
Choosing where to take your wedding photos is about so much more than finding a pretty background. The right location can completely change the look and feel of your wedding gallery. Elegant architecture can create timeless, editorial portraits. A quiet field at sunset can feel soft and romantic. Gardens bring colour and texture, while the […]
You said yes — now comes one of the really fun parts of wedding planning: your engagement photos! An engagement session is more than an opportunity to get beautiful photographs for your save-the-dates or wedding website. It gives you a chance to spend some time in front of the camera together before your wedding day, […]
One of the most common questions couples have when choosing a wedding photography package is surprisingly simple: How many hours of wedding photography do we actually need? Is six hours enough? Is eight hours better? Do you really need a photographer for ten hours? And what if you’re planning a small ceremony or micro wedding […]
Finding something fun to do with your child shouldn’t begin with wondering whether they’ll actually be able to participate. But for many families raising a child with a disability, autism, developmental difference, sensory needs or mobility challenges, that’s often exactly where the planning starts. Is the building accessible? Will it be too loud? Can my […]
As parents, we take approximately 7,482 photos of our children doing completely ordinary things. Sleeping? Photo. Eating spaghetti? Photo. Wearing their shoes on the wrong feet? Definitely a photo. But every once in a while, it’s nice to create a memory that you can actually hold in your hands. That’s exactly why Crock A Doodle […]
If you’re a parent in Pickering or Durham Region, you probably know the feeling: the kids have energy to burn, the weather isn’t cooperating, and everyone needs to get out of the house. That’s why I love discovering local spaces designed specifically with families in mind. Step By Step Club in Pickering is a family-focused […]
What to Wear for Christmas Mini Sessions in Toronto: 2026 Family Outfit Guide Wondering what to wear for your Christmas photos? Choosing the perfect Christmas Mini Session outfits in Toronto doesn’t have to be stressful! The right colours, textures and clothing combinations can beautifully complement your Christmas set while keeping the focus exactly where it […]
Christmas Mini Sessions in Toronto 2026: Everything You Need to Know Before Booking Christmas may feel far away, but the holiday magic starts much earlier for photographers! Every year, Christmas Mini Sessions in Toronto 2026 become one of my favourite traditions at Memories by Alexa Photography. They are filled with beautiful Christmas sets, excited little […]
Six Magical Christmas Sets for Families in Toronto, Pickering & the GTA for 2026 Season If you’ve been following my work for a while, you already know that Christmas is my absolute favourite season to photograph. Every year I spend months planning, designing and perfecting my Christmas Mini Sessions in Toronto & GTA – because […]
