Kirstie Fox

a soulful, painterly approach to photography

for those rooted in life's beauty and wonder

serving Southern Ontario and beyond

those in seasons of becoming

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mothers & mothers-to-be

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families who cherish connection

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couples & partners in love

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florists & gardeners

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life coaches & healers

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indie brands with a soulful edge

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wellness & holistic brands

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nature lovers & the quietly wild

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those in seasons of becoming ⟑ mothers & mothers-to-be ⟑ families who cherish connection ⟑ couples & partners in love ⟑ florists & gardeners ⟑ life coaches & healers ⟑ indie brands with a soulful edge ⟑ wellness & holistic brands ⟑ nature lovers & the quietly wild ⟑

Meet Your Photographer

A person with medium-length wavy hair and a septum piercing holds a rose near their face, eyes closed in a relaxed pose, in a black and white photo.
Decorative floral oval frame with intricate white line design on a black background.

Hey, I’m Kirstie!

pronounced Ker-s-tee

she / her

I’m a fine art photographer based in Hamilton, Ontario.

I believe the best photography lives somewhere between

a moment and a painting.

My work is rooted in the quiet and the real. The way light transforms a subject.

The small details that say everything. The beauty that only stillness can reveal.

Whether I'm photographing your brand, your family,

your love story, or a season of personal becoming -my approach is always the same.

Intuitive.

Intentional.

Unhurried.

I create a safe space for moments to unfold naturally,

shaping them with a painterly, tonal sensibility.

Drawn from a deep love of nature and

the light and depth of Renaissance paintings.

Turning the fleeting into works of ART.

The ordinary into something unforgettable.

Artistic black and white photograph of a child running outdoors at sunset, backlit with motion blur and soft, high-contrast light, near a large sheet or bed linen hanging on a clothesline, creating a dynamic and ethereal scene
Black and white photograph of a woman sitting in tall grass outdoors, wearing a denim jacket, with her chin resting on her hand, surrounded by leafless trees.
  • "She was so easy and comfortable to work with, we came up with ideas before the shoot. She asked what I was comfortable with (ie. getting messy with paint). When we arrived at the location, she already had planned out the spots we would take pictures in, she had backdrops, paints, brushes, canvas, etc ready. The photos she took were absolutely gorgeous! She makes it difficult to choose which ones to buy and print :) Would 100% work with Kirstie again.”

    β€” Jessica Marie

  • "I did an engagement shoot with Kirstie, and she was absolutely amazing! She took the time beforehand to ask about our vision and made sure to bring it to life perfectly. Kirstie was incredibly accommodating, flexible, and made us feel so comfortable throughout the entire session. The photos turned out stunningβ€”we couldn’t be happier! We’ll definitely be using her for all our future shoots.”

    - Mareyam Ghatreh

  • β€œPurchased a photo package from Kirstie and they turned out amazing! It was really nice having both prints and digital copies.”

    β€” Ali Behnam

The Art of Being Seen

You’re here because something in your life β€” or your work β€”

is worth more than an ordinary photograph.

Maybe you're building a brand that deserves to be felt, not just seen.

Maybe you're holding a season of life so tender you don't want to forget a single detail.

Maybe you've created something beautiful and the world needs to know it exists.

Whatever brought you here β€” you already know

that imagery has the power to move people.

You don't want just documentation.

YOU WANT ART

Ornate white decorative frame on a black background, featuring floral and scroll motifs.

Session Types

Solo Soul Portraits

for those who are in a season of rediscovery or transformation

Motherhood & Caregivers

for the tender, everyday moments of care that deserve to be seen

Lifestyle

for the connections that shape you, in all their warmth & honesty

Creative Branding

for artists and makers who want imagery that feels intentional

Photo Vogue

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Heartful Magazine

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Feels Like Family

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The Beloved Journal

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Unscripted App for Photographers

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Photo Vogue ⟑ Heartful Magazine ⟑ Feels Like Family ⟑ The Beloved Journal ⟑ Unscripted App for Photographers ⟑

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  • Tell me a little about yourself and the session you have in mind β€” the more details you share, the better. This helps me understand your vision from the start.
    I’ll get back you to you within 48 business hours.

  • Starting prices are listed on each session page β€” but every story is different, and I want to make sure you have exactly what you need to feel confident moving forward.

    When you reach out, I'll take the time to get to know you and what you're looking for. From there I'll send over a personalised information and pricing guide tailored to your session, follow up with a few questions, or invite you to jump on a call.

    For brand sessions, I'll send a short questionnaire and schedule a Zoom so I can gather everything I need to put together a custom quote that fits your vision.

  • approve your quote and we'll lock in your date, time, and a backup date.
    A 50% deposit and signed contract are required to secure your spot.
    Backup dates are included because life happens and sometimes the weather becomes extremely unfavourable for the type of session we have planned.

  • This is where the fun begins!
    Brand clients receive a custom style guide, vision board and shot list.

    Lifestyle & Motherhood/Caregiver clients receive a clothing and session prep guide.

    Soul Session receive a custom mood-board, and a style and session pep guide.


    I'm always an email or call away throughout this stage β€” as much or as little as you need.

  • I take care of all the logistics so you can simply show up and be present.

    Come with an open mind and relaxed expectations β€” my sessions are intuitive, intentional, and unhurried. We're here to create something real, not chase perfection.

    For brand shoots, our shot list keeps us grounded while we follow the natural flow of the day.

  • As soon as I get home I back up all your files across at least three devices, then carefully cull and select the images that best carry your story. Every image is personally selected and hand-edited by me β€” no 1 click presets, no AI programs.
    You'll receive a mix of colour and black and white images, edited for mood, feeling, and meaning.


    My editing style is soulful and painterly, and shifts naturally as the light and energy of your session shifts. You may notice artful cropping, motion blur, grain, or soft focus β€” each chosen intentionally as part of my artistic vision in telling your story.

  • Within 3–5 weeks, you'll receive a link to your private online gallery. From there you'll select your favourites and download your high and low resolution files. I recommend storing your images in a cloud backup as well as on an external hard drive.

  • Selected images are soft proofed and colour adjusted for printing through a Canadian-owned lab I trust. If you've ordered an album or book, I'll curate your images into a beautiful, natural layout β€” you can approve a proof or trust my vision for a surprise when it arrives.

    Print Products take approximately 3–5 weeks after ordering. I personally inspect everything before it reaches you.

    Pickup is available in Hamilton or I can ship directly to you (shipping costs apply).

  • Our time together may be wrapping up β€” but for me, this doesn't feel like an ending.

    I genuinely love staying connected with the people I photograph. Seeing your prints hung in your home. Watching your little ones grow. Hearing how this season of your life unfolded after we said goodbye.

    If you'd like to stay in touch, let’s connect on instagram. You're also warmly invited to join my mailing list β€” you'll hear from me a couple of times a year, and once a year a little something personal will arrive in your actual mailbox. The old fashioned way.

    And if our time together moved you β€” a kind word or a Google review means the world to me. It's the most beautiful way to help another person find their way here.

The Process

Let’s Connect On Instagram