INTENTIONAL Photographs
& VIDEOS

Visuals created to reveal the true meaning behind every brand and family story.

 

Less performance.
More meaning.

The Problem

Most people focus on how images look, instead of what they communicate.

The result?

 

  • Photographs that look pretty but feel completely generic.
  • Portraits that look professional but miss your actual personality.
  • Videos that explain what you do, but give no reason to care.
  • Moments captured without saving the feeling that made them matter.

The Solution

Revealing the meaning of your story, not just the surface.

We move past perfect poses and superficial trends to focus entirely on capturing who you are.

  • Thoughtful direction — Natural guidance that helps you stop performing and start being present.

  • Story before aesthetics — Striking visuals that always communicate a deeper message.

  • Purposeful content — Photography, video and website design working together to tell one clear story.

  • Created with intention — Every frame, angle, and edit serves a specific purpose.

Some stories need more than a single frame.

Through thoughtful short-form videos, I help businesses share their expertise and personality in a way that feels natural and not scripted.

Featured work

01 / The conversation

Before picking up the camera, we talk about you, your business, your family or the moment you want to preserve. Together, we define what matters most.

02 / The session

Whether it’s gently directed portraits or quietly documenting real moments, I focus on creating images that feel natural, intentional and true to you.

03 / The final story

You’ll receive a carefully curated gallery designed to feel cohesive, not just a collection of beautiful photos, but a story you’ll want to revisit for years.

TRUSTED BY PEOPLE WHO WANTED THEIR STORY TO BE TOLD WITH HONESTY.

EG Conseils
EG Conseils
Vanessa covered our Christmas event. The photos and videos she created were perfect! I highly recommend her.
Sabrina Théberge
Sabrina Théberge
Vanessa’s human approach and professionalism instantly put everyone at ease. She created a calm, welcoming atmosphere, but the highlight is definitely her photos—she has a truly unique way of capturing people. It was a real pleasure to collaborate with her!
Myriam Elias
Myriam Elias
I loved my session with Vanessa. I’m naturally quite shy, but she was able to make me feel comfortable very quickly. I appreciated her patience, professionalism, and honest feedback!
Nancy Paquet
Nancy Paquet
Vanessa was the photographer for the launch of my book BRILLER recently. An extraordinary experience, captured with brilliance and originality! She is remarkably discreet and kind, and I highly recommend her. I loved the result—thank you, Vanessa!Thank you, Vanessa!
Complexe Signature
Complexe Signature
We hired Vanessa as the photographer for a VIP event for our clients. We are very satisfied with the photos and the video she created for us. We highly recommend her 📸
Carol-Anne Veilleux, Psychoéducatrice
Carol-Anne Veilleux, Psychoéducatrice
I am extremely satisfied with the services I received from Vanessa! She is a photographer who listens to our needs and makes us feel comfortable in front of the camera 📸 I loved my experience at every level. Thank you, Vanessa!
Christine Beaudoin
Christine Beaudoin
Vanessa is a natural! She will make you feel comfortable and capture the most beautiful images, even if you’re the shy type in front of the camera.

My Approach

ABout the work

I’ve always been deeply fascinated by people, connections, and the complexity of being human. 

 

My work explores the gaze of a person who is not performing, but simply present, capturing the quiet confidence, unguarded moments, and subtle expressions that reveal something true.

 

Whether capturing a founder’s vision or documenting a family milestone, my goal remains the same: to create intentional imagery that reveals the true meaning behind your story.

FAQ

Before we begin

How does it work?

It’s a simple three-step journey.

 

  1. The Conversation:
    Before picking up the camera, we talk about you, your business, your family, or the milestone you want to preserve. Together, we uncover the true meaning behind your story so that every frame we plan serves a clear purpose.
     
  2. The Session: Whether guiding an editorial portrait session or filming a month of short-form video content, I leave behind rigid poses and fleeting trends. I focus entirely on capturing real human connection, quiet confidence, and unguarded moments.

  3. The Final Story: You will receive a carefully curated gallery of timeless images or a series of authentic, ready-to-share vertical videos. These aren’t just beautiful visuals, they are an honest reflection of your story that you will want to revisit for years.
 

The goal isn’t to make you look like someone else. It is to reveal the meaning of your story, not just the surface.

Most portrait sessions last between 1-2 hours, depending on what we’re creating and how many locations or outfit changes are involved.

 

There’s no pressure to rush. I build in time for conversation, guidance, and natural moments so you don’t feel like you’re performing for the camera. Most people arrive saying they’re uncomfortable being photographed, and by the end of the session they’re surprised by how relaxed it felt.

 

My focus isn’t on taking hundreds of photos as quickly as possible, it’s on creating images that genuinely reflect who you are and how you want to be seen.

 

Before the session, we’ll discuss your goals so we can make the best use of our time together.

Most filming days last between 2 and 4 hours, depending on your goals and how much content you want to create.

 

The goal isn’t to spend all day filming. Instead, we focus on capturing enough authentic conversations, insights, and moments to create a library of short-form content you can use for weeks or even months.

 

During the session, I guide the conversation and handle the technical details, so you don’t have to worry about what to say or how to say it. Most clients are surprised by how natural the process feels.

 

By the end of the day, you’ll have a collection of professional, authentic content that reflects your personality, expertise, and values, without relying on trends, scripts that sound robotic, or forced performances.

Not at all.

 

In fact, most of the people I work with are business owners and professionals who have little to no experience being photographed or filmed. It’s completely normal to feel awkward, unsure of what to say, or uncomfortable being in front of a camera.

 

That’s where I come in.

 

Before the shoot, we’ll develop a content strategy and plan around your goals, so you already know what we’re creating and why. During the session, I guide you through the entire process, from where to stand and how to move, to the coaching and direction that helps you feel comfortable and authentic on camera.

 

There are no forced poses, complicated scripts, or pressure to perform. My job is to create an environment where you feel comfortable enough to be yourself.

 

The best content doesn’t come from being a professional presenter. It comes from being genuinely you. My role is simply to help bring that out on camera.

In my studio in Montreal,
in a rented studio,
or outdoors depending on your project.

 

We’ll decide together before the session.

Every project is tailored to your goals, but my video content creation service typically includes:

 

  • Content strategy and planning based on your business, audience, and objectives.
  • Content ideas and scripting support so you never have to wonder what to talk about.
  • A guided filming session where I help you feel comfortable and confident on camera.
  • Video editing optimized for social media and online platforms.
  • Short-form content delivery ready to post across your channels.
  • A content library that gives you weeks or months of material from a single filming day.

 

My goal is to make the process as simple as possible. Rather than handing you a camera and hoping for the best, I help you develop a clear message, create a plan, film the content, and deliver finished videos that reflect your personality and expertise.

Yes.

 

If you’ve recently invested in professional photos and videos, or we’ve created them together, I can help turn those assets into a website that reflects who you are and what you do.

 

Rather than simply placing images on a page, I focus on creating a website that tells your story, showcases your expertise, and helps potential clients build trust before they ever contact you.

 

Depending on your needs, this can include:

  • Website strategy and structure
  • Copywriting and messaging
  • Integration of your photos and videos
  • Mobile-friendly design
  • Clear calls-to-action that encourage inquiries
  • Updates to existing websites or complete redesigns
 

The goal is to create a website that feels authentic to your brand and makes the most of the content we’ve created together, so your online presence works as hard as you do.

Let’s create with purpose.

Stop forcing the perfect pose. Start capturing honest, intentional moments.