Dramatic spotlight maternity portrait in Winnipeg studio — documentary photography by Ngo Photography
Family · Newborn · Maternity

Portrait
Sessions

CWP Award Winner
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Outdoor & In-Home Sessions
Available Year-Round
What I believe

The best family photos don't look posed. They look like Tuesday afternoon — the real version of your family, not the one holding its breath.

I work quietly in the background, give gentle direction, and let real moments unfold. You'll forget the camera is there.

Choose Your Session

Three ways to work together

Each session is tailored to your family's stage of life. All pricing is listed in CAD — contact to confirm current rates and availability.

Father and toddler son sharing a warm moment on a studio couch — Winnipeg family portrait session by Ngo Photography
Session

Family
Portraits

From $395 CAD

  • 60–90 minute session outdoors or at home
  • Your choice of Winnipeg location — river trails, parks, your own backyard
  • 30–50 fully edited images delivered
  • Private Pic-Time gallery with download rights
  • Print release included
  • Styling guide sent before your session

Perfect for annual family photos, milestone portraits, multi-gen sessions, or just because.

Full-length maternity portrait in black dress against clean white backdrop — Winnipeg studio photography by Ngo Photography
Session

Maternity
Session

From $345 CAD

  • 45–75 minute outdoor or in-home session
  • Partner and older children welcome
  • 25–40 fully edited images delivered
  • Private Pic-Time gallery with download rights
  • Print release included
  • Ideal at 28–34 weeks

Pair with a newborn session and save — ask about the bundle rate when you inquire.

" ★★★★★

Chris has a way of making everyone feel completely at ease. Our kids were running around, our dog was being a dog, and somehow every single photo looks like a magazine. We don't know how he does it.

— Portrait client, Winnipeg
Every session includes
Private Pic-Time gallery Full-resolution downloads Editing & colour grading Full print release 2–4 week delivery Pre-session styling guide

Add-ons

Maternity + Newborn Bundle Inquire
Rush Delivery (7 days) +$150
Extended Session (+30 min) +$125
Printed Fine-Art Archival Set Inquire

How it
works

Relaxed. Simple. No stressful posing — just your family as it actually is.

Step 01

Inquire
& Book

Send a message with your session type, preferred timing, and any questions. I'll confirm availability and hold your date with a deposit.

Step 02

Plan
Together

We'll connect before your session to discuss location ideas, timing, what to wear, and how to keep kids relaxed and happy.

Step 03

Your
Session

I arrive, set the tone, and guide things just enough — then step back and document. Relaxed, genuine, and nothing like a formal shoot.

Step 04

Gallery
Delivery

Your edited gallery arrives in your inbox within 2–4 weeks. Download, share, or order prints directly through Pic-Time.

Maternity portrait with flowing hair and dramatic pose — Winnipeg studio photography by Ngo Photography
Black and white mother and toddler portrait in studio chair — Winnipeg family photographer Ngo Photography
Maternity session in light blue knit dress on studio couch — lifestyle maternity photography Winnipeg by Ngo Photography
Couple maternity portrait in black and white, Winnipeg studio photography by Ngo Photography
Overhead black and white portrait of mother and toddler — creative maternity family photography Winnipeg by Ngo Photography

Common
Questions

Everything you need to know before booking your session.

Winnipeg maternity studio portrait — warm lifestyle photography by Ngo Photography

Sessions can take place almost anywhere — Winnipeg's river trails, Assiniboine Park, The Forks, your own backyard, or in-home for newborns. We'll pick a location that fits your family's personality and the season. I'll send location suggestions once you book.

Family sessions run 60–90 minutes. Newborn sessions are unhurried — typically 2–3 hours to allow for feeding, soothing, and posing. Maternity sessions run 45–75 minutes. There's no hard stop; we move at whatever pace feels comfortable.

Coordinate rather than match — complementary tones (neutral, earthy, soft) photograph beautifully. Avoid large logos or very busy patterns. Once you book, I'll send a full styling guide with specific examples for each season.

Your edited gallery is delivered via private Pic-Time link within 2–4 weeks of your session. Rush delivery in 7 days is available for an additional fee — ask when you inquire.

Yes. In-home sessions are ideal for newborns — natural window light, your own space, no rushing. I bring minimal gear and work around your baby's schedule. Outdoor sessions are available year-round; winter light in Winnipeg is genuinely beautiful.

Absolutely. Dogs are welcome at outdoor locations, and extended family — grandparents, cousins — can be included. Just mention it when you inquire so we can factor in extra time and plan the best flow for your group.

Mother and toddler embracing by a large window — warm natural light family and maternity photography in Winnipeg by Ngo Photography
Let's work together

Book your
session

Sessions fill up — especially in summer and fall. Send a message and I'll get back to you within 24 hours with availability and pricing details.

Send an Inquiry

Prefer email? Reach out directly at chris.ngo.k@gmail.com