It is already that time of year where things get busy, stressful and chaotic as parents frantically try to get kids to school and activities then work and all the demand in between. We often forget to take a pause and connect without our devices open. Consider pre-booking a portrait session to reconnect to your family or yourself in the beautiful outdoors by the mountain or by water. During this hour I will guide you and your children through a fun and light hearted photographic session that will leave you on a high and with beautiful images as keepsakes. Make it a yearly tradition. How much do we invest in iPhones, laptops, gas , gizmos aplenty? A portrait is forever- a joyful connected experience with your family timeless. #portraitmaking #wellness #photographer #therapeuticsessions #experientialsessions #family #montreal #photo #lifestyle #emotive #sacred #connected #fallsessions
Face of a limbo bbq champion! Yes I even beat out the kids except the little boy! #wellness #fun #community #connection #childish #belikeakid #goforit #limbo
Mala making using meditation 🧘♀️ stones and real silver Buddha and skull ornaments #malabeads #creative #art #wellness #good #meditation #yogastyle #veganstyle @ Plateau Mont-Royal
I repeat! 💞🙏🏻#Repost @spirituality_11 ・・・ Lovely. 💙 . Follow @spirituality_11 for motivating quotes. . Credit goes to @rumi.quotes 🧡 . . . . . #understanding #bepresent #positivequotes #reflect #peaceandquiet #wordstagram #spilledwords #qouteoftheday #findyourpurpose #positivityquotes #contemplative #universaltruth #wordsofinstagram #meditating #spiritualbosslady #waterscape #quotestoday #spiritualguidance #spilledthoughts #livebywords #spiritualwarrior #lifepurpose #listentoyourheart #wordsoflove #breatheout #meditationsoul #gratitudeattitude #clearthemindbodyandsoul
Some wise words about love versus attachment
A week with the kids before school starts for all of us. My youngest starts grade 1 oldest grade 3 and i start my master of arts & science degree in counselling psychology and my final year to get my college counselling degree. #playa #beloved ##family #summerquebec #beach #lake #portrait #family #kidsplay # @ Shawinigan, Quebec
Mexico has amazing amounts of hand made beautiful things- this is gonna cost me a fortune as i found 5 th avenue in Playa del Carmen 🤩 #mexico #handmade #vacation #mommydaughter #playadelcarmen #portrait #photogrosher #childphotography #photographyislife #wholehearted #family
On my way back to Montreal after over two weeks in Vancouver at a retreat called The Rude Awakening. I am so looking forward to incorporating everything I learned to serve and help my clients.
#clearmind #therude #therudeawakening #wellness #experiential
A father’s 💕 #allisoncordnerphotography #mtlbusiness #mtlphoto #photo #bw #fatherdaughter #childrenmtl #mtlfamily #family #quebecfamily #bwportrsits love #wellness #familyhealth
Anyone who knows me seriously you better come see my work and buy a tshirt or I will 😭
Persuasion 😂🦄💓
Lots of harwork put into this two day event that is full of artistic talent and builders. #rollthebones #silverunicornproject #oneland
It’s the small things that matter. Enjoy this and notice his his/her eyes this morning without touching your phone or raising your tone.
#relationships #love #spokenword #simplicitylove #getreal #couples #conflict
I love these shoots where I get to work with business women to create some of the first professional portraits they have ever had. It is amazing how most of us have never experienced a portrait session for ourselves that is organized, structured, guided, and posed. You should never feel awkward or left hanging: I have you back and so does my makeup artist @celimeow #mua#bts #personalbrandingshoot #mtlphoto #mtlheadshot #mtlbusiness #brand #allisoncordner
This beautiful client makes me look tall - the camera always lies 😗💓 what a great session building her first series of corporate portraits for linked in and all social networks #bra #photomtl #headshotsmtl #allisoncordnerphotography #personalbrand #personalbranding #photoshoot #photographer #bikerphotog #mtlphoto
Some exciting news came in the mail today - I have been accepted into my Masters of Counselling Psychology @yorkvilleu I feel so surprised and excited to embark on this three year journey to working with families and couples find their happiness and true self. #positive #wellness #abundance #psychology #counselling #allisoncordner #familygoals #womenempowerment #care #abundance #givingback
Another gorgeous personal branding session complete with my team. You were an awesome client Sandra. #bts #photshoot #mtlphoto #mtlbeauty #personalbranding #personalbrandmtl #photograpymtl #portraits #headshots #mtlheadshots #businessportraits #boutique #allisoncordner
Say "NO" to Bullying
I woke up this morning to another (she has written dozens over the past few years) aggressive email from a client who has owed me a small amount of money for over 2 years. I long ago let go of that amount and put it behind me-no big deal. However this particular girl has decided she is going to try to cyber bully me by putting bogus negative reviews on all my pages- bad mouth me (triangle) and use her perceived position of power in social media to intimidate me into giving her portraits for free. She is using insults to my character- confusion and exclamation marks to get what she wants. One problem is I represent the voice of reason.
I am about love and empowering women. I am a survivor of abuse and bullying as a child and young woman. When I see women like this abusing me and my business and character, I see somone who has perhaps been bullied themselves—this seems to be a pattern that works for her- gets her what she wants. Instead of responding in attack I respond in understanding but I hold my ground.
Next time being mean to another woman or person crosses your mind, take a pause a wonder if it is really sending out the right message to others. I am not Christian however the bible preached ‘do not do onto others that which you would not want done onto you!”. Universally this is so true- the world is a magnet and if you treat others with contempt and manipulation (regardless of their origin of hurt) you are simply attracting this threefold into your life and family.
Be strong ladies and support each other rather than kick down your sisters and brothers. All conflict stems from a weakness or hurt in yourself projected onto another. It happens so we can grow and shed our hurts.
Don’t be a bully. Period. Don’t use your power and connections to hurt others as the abundance in your life shall come crashing down. Instead consider love and connection. All conflict can be healed with this approach.
This topic is becoming ever so present on my mind since I know have school aged children myself. My son has been a victim of bullying since grade 1. I have even heard of him starting to bully another child. Bullying is contagious. We must teach each other to speak vulnerably to express our upsets and not lash out in retaliation. We must tell someone what is happening and speak up without focusing on the fear of retaliation.
one step at a time, to a softer, peaceful and loving world.
#bullyquotes #womanquote #meangirlquotes #bully #saynotobullying #empowerment #strength #love #abundance #thesecret #photo #mtlphoto #entrepreneur #energy #spirituality #girls #meangirls #stronggirls #biker #bikerchick #bikergirl #harleygirl #silverunicorn #silverunicornproject #allisoncordnerphotography
As a working mother of two children under the age of 9 I find myself longing for the little baby moments I had with my children. I feel the chronic guilt of being too busy.
I made this video 'The Last Time Poem' by an unknown poet using my portraits about 4 years ago. I see how swiftly time is passing and they are changing every week. I watch as they start being pressured into society's rushed expectations of perfection and efficiency; a world becoming more about your 'rating' than about your character. I try to stand strong teaching them compassion and spirituality that will hopefully anchor them here on Earth rather than out there in cyber space. Time feels so condensed.
I remember their births and first smiles so vividly like they were just a year ago. Each one was a last time. I remember their little outfits, their fussy cries, and the weight of their bodies in my arms. Now they are too heavy for me to carry and they want to do things for themselves, "no Mommy, I can do it".
I am bracing myself and cherishing every moment now as if it is the last time.
#thelasttimepoem #thelasttime #portraitsession #mothersdayportrait #allisoncordner #allisoncordnerphotography #bwportraits #lifestyleportraits #canadianportraitphotographer #destinationportraits
Amazing, high quality artwork. Allison is an amazing artist and her brilliance shines through in her art. She gives a great attention to detail and always delivers on her word. I love that she comes to you so that you can shop through your pictures and choose the ones you would like to have in a portrait or in a beautifully crafted photo album. Talk about first class service! Her aesthetic is hauntingly beautiful. I swear that I blush when I see the canvas of my husband and I that she took when I was pregnant with my first child. It looks like the picture will come to life! Such soulful work. She's such a sweetheart as well!
Thanks Allison! We are definitely going to be repeat customers.
My 12yr old son helped Allison with a test tintype at this year Vankleek Hill May Show and he thoroughly enjoyed his experience!! It was great to see him interested in this vintage type of photography and is the proud owner of his own tintype portrait !! Thank you Alison for this cool and fun opportunity!
Alison is professional, hardworking and nice - It was an honour to work with such a talented artist and be part of The 'Silver Unicorns' Art Series.
I would do it again in a heartbeat.
A passionate artist, Allison works with all her talent and energy, but also with the client. It's pure joy feeling like part of a team with such a talented photographer!
If you're looking for an excellent photographer to capture the wonderful moments of your life, then you'd be wise to contact Allison Cordner.
Love her photography. Her portraits are diverse and in subject and style. Check it out!
Very creative lady. She always has a vision for you.
Amazing artist and person. Can't wait for her to make the journey to Seattle to photograph my son's wedding next month.
Super belle expérience! Je suis très satisfaite du résultat �� merci !!!!
J`adore ce que tu fais. Les photos vintage entre autre. Thumbs Up.