Welcome to Amanda Dams' blog.


MATERNITY
BABY

NEWBORN

CAKE SMASH
TRENDING

The Timeless Beauty of Black and White Newborn Photography in Calgary
Discover the timeless beauty of black and white newborn photography in Calgary. See how monochrome portraits highlight texture, emotion, and connection.

Including Your Dog in Newborn Photos Safely and Beautifully | Calgary Newborn Photographer
Discover how including your dog in newborn photos can be safe, calm, and beautiful. My Calgary safety rules, tips, and how to book your session.

Including Your Dog in Newborn Photos Safely and Beautifully | Calgary Newborn Photographer
Discover how including your dog in newborn photos can be safe, calm, and beautiful. My Calgary safety rules, tips, and how to book your session.

Hair and Makeup for Maternity Photos: Why It Transforms Your Session and Your Confidence
Professional hair and makeup for maternity photos boosts your confidence and ensures you look your best. Learn why it’s a worthwhile investment for your…

Why a Newborn Photography Session Makes the Perfect Baby Shower Gift for Expecting Parents
Give the gift of timeless memories. A newborn photos baby shower gift is a unique, heartfelt present that new parents will treasure long after the baby…

Designing Your Baby’s Space: Nursery Wall Art Ideas with Custom Framed Portraits
Discover custom nursery wall art ideas to transform your baby’s room. Learn how I design, frame, and size luxury newborn portraits to match your home.

Chasing the Perfect Light: Natural Light vs Softbox
If someone had told me fifteen years ago how much light would become my obsession, I would have laughed. But here I am, a Calgary-based newborn photographer who can talk about lighting for hours, boring my poor husband...

Creating a Baby Registry: Must-Haves and What to Skip
You're glowing, your heart's bursting, and amongst all the excitement is a tiny to-do list that just keeps growing. One big item on that list? The baby registry. Let's face it, baby registries can be overwhelming....

Morning Sickness Hacks: Natural Remedies for Relief
Let's face it, morning sickness can be a total drag. That magical "glow" everyone talks about? Sometimes it feels more like a neon sign reading "Nausea Central." But fear not, mamas! There are amazing natural remedies...

Calgary’s 7 Best Playgrounds Near Downtown
Hey there, parents! I'm Amanda Dams, an award-winning professional family photographer in Calgary. I know the struggle of finding engaging and safe places to entertain your little ones. That's why I've created this...

Why A Full Experience Beats a Quick-Shoot Approach in Maternity and Newborn Photography
Can't I Just Get A Few Images? I get it – the excitement and perhaps a bit of anxiety as your life moves toward parenthood. Many of my clients, just like you, have asked, "Can't I just get a few images?" And believe...

Are Professional Maternity Photos in Calgary Worth It?
Hello, beautiful mamas-to-be! Let's face it, pregnancy is an extraordinary journey filled with emotions and transformation. You're growing a tiny human inside you, and that, my dear, is pure magic! But before you get...
DON'T FORGET
Join our mailing list!
Subscribe to our e-mail list and have priority for booking seasonal sessions and future promotions!
