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"Ottawa's Most Trusted Photographer" ™
Ottawa Headshots
and Grad Photos
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
SORRY NO WALK-INS
CAPURING OTTAWA BEST SMILES FOR 46 YEARS
Our Ottawa Photo Studio Blog
It has always been my life's dream to write a blog so I could share my inner most thoughts... Ya OK not really. It's just random stuff that I find interesting or amusing, well hopefully amusing. The day to day goings on in one of the oldest photo studios in the Ottawa area, well maybe the planet. They tell me photographers are in business on average about eighteen months before they pack it in and get a real job. Well this one is run by a cynical dyslexic that has somehow made a go of it for over forty years. Yes that surprises me too.
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Ottawa Professional Photographer is Still Living the Dream after 47 Years
Yes, after 47 years Ottawa Professional Photographer Robin Spencer has slowed down a little and I'm enjoying more leisure time and travel. "My schedule is a little easier and I'm only shooting professional headshots and graduation photos now in our Ottawa photo Studio. " Robin has decided to reveal some of my business secret to a select few and will now be doing some mentoring. and speaking to high school business/entrepreneur students and doing very informal talks to profess
Robin Spencer
2 days ago1 min read


One Grad Equals One Tree Planted
🌲 Growing Futures Together In celebration of every 2026 graduate we photograph, Spencer Studio makes a donation to plant a tree in Canada through Tree Canada — supporting a greener future for generations to come.
Robin Spencer
May 91 min read


New V-Stole for Ashbury College Grad Photos
Spencer Studio Has A New V-Stole for Ashbury College Grad Photos We are excited to announce a new addition to our collection of graduation gowns and accessories! Recently, we received the Ashbury College V-Stole, which now joins our extensive collection of over forty V-Stoles , academic hoods, and epitoges. Our graduation gowns and regalia are available to our clients to use during their grad photo sessions and not available for sale, rent or loan. At Spencer Studio, we o
Robin Spencer
Jan 211 min read


Robin Spencer
Feb 19, 20250 min read


A Grad With An Amazing Talent
Asryn, Hair Hanging Grad Astyn came in with her mom for grad photos. When I asked what she did for fun her mother explained that Astyn...
Robin Spencer
Jan 8, 20251 min read


Carleton University Faculty of Science
We recently did grad photos for a Carleton University student. Noticing on our website that we didn't have the Carleton University...
Robin Spencer
Jul 18, 20241 min read


Grads and their furry friends
I'm just fooling around today and put together a few shots of grads with their furry friends. Hey, where are the cat people? And I would...
Robin Spencer
Apr 7, 20231 min read


Grad Photos. Behind The Scenes Video.
A Few Behind The Scenes images of Brigitte a graduate of Collège La Cité in Ottawa. Spencer Studio Ottawa. #lovemyjob#OttawaPhotographer#...
Robin Spencer
Mar 16, 20231 min read


Grad Photos with Real Flowers
Sadie wanted to bring her own flowers to her grad photo session. Typically we use silk red roses but I loved her multicolored bouquet and...
Robin Spencer
Mar 7, 20231 min read


Behind The Scene Images. Grad Photos
A few behind-the-scenes images from a grad photo session at Spencer Studio Ottawa. #lovemyjob #OttawaPhotographer #SpencerStudio...
Robin Spencer
Mar 7, 20231 min read


We Love Dogs!
Photos are always better (and more fun) when you add your best friend. Meet Olivia and Tucker (Left photo) and Tanisha and Maya (Right...
Robin Spencer
Jan 27, 20231 min read


Meeting "Chai" The Hairless Cat
This Laurentian University grad wanted to include her hairless cat "Chai" in her graduation photos. This very regal Egyptian looking cat...
Robin Spencer
Jul 18, 20221 min read


New Academic Hoods for 2022
We ordered these back in April and they just arrived this week.... finally. The yellow/green v-stole is for Elmwood Academy graduates....
Robin Spencer
Jun 30, 20221 min read


I just Loved The Expressions
I had to post this. I was doing some SK grad photos and I added the younger sister for a couple of poses. This gentle embrace was...
Robin Spencer
Jun 5, 20221 min read


Briana's Grad Photos Wouldn't Be Complete Without Keira
I love my job and the awesome people I meet. ❤️
Robin Spencer
Jun 2, 20221 min read


Cree Kokum Inspired Graduation Cap.
I really love it when a grad includes something unique into their graduation photos, especially honouring their heritage, culture or...
Robin Spencer
Apr 18, 20221 min read


A fun pose... ALWAYS!
"Hey is it OK if we get a fun shot with our ski goggles, skiing's our thing?" they asked. I never say no. #lovemyjob #OttawaPhotographer...
Robin Spencer
Apr 13, 20221 min read


A New Trick To Changing Colours
This was a pleasant surprise in the old dog new tricks department. I had to change the colour of a academic hood (Before/After above)...
Robin Spencer
Apr 8, 20221 min read


On a cold winter morning I get this...
This 5 Star Grad Photo Review just popped up and brought some warmth on this cold snowy winter day. #gradphotos #SpencerStudio...
Robin Spencer
Jan 22, 20221 min read


Graduation Gowns for Lisgar and Telfer School
These arrived today. Something new we just added to our graduation props, a V-Stole for Lisgar Collegiate and a hood for the uOttawa...
Robin Spencer
Oct 4, 20211 min read
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