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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
Jun 61 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


Robin Spencer
May 90 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


Best Headshots Tip #1 - Clothes That Fit
The clothes you wear for your photo session should be clean, pressed and should fit properly. We do best in editing to minimize minor...
Robin Spencer
Aug 25, 20251 min read


Best Headshots Tips #2 Bring a Brush
When preparing for your photo session, there are a few key things to keep in mind. One of the most important items to bring is a brush or...
Robin Spencer
Aug 19, 20252 min read


Best Headshots Tips #3 Adding a Pop of Colour
The Art of Professional Photography I always enjoy working with author and motivational speaker Derian Tuitt. He is the most interesting...
Robin Spencer
Jul 21, 20251 min read


The "Golden Ratio" Viewer
This is my latest professional photographer weirdo gadget. It helps me preview the composition so I can put the main subject into the...
Robin Spencer
Apr 22, 20251 min read


Blessed
A mom booked a portrait for her 4 year old daughter. During the photo session the mom told me that when her husband asked who she had...
Robin Spencer
Apr 22, 20251 min read


HEADSHOTS - On Black Backrounds
I have been getting more requests for headshots on black backgrounds. I love the look. So is black the new black? LOL
Robin Spencer
Apr 22, 20251 min read


DIY Jacket Clip For Headshots
DIY Jacket Clip I got this DIY gadget idea from Mike Price, MBA, M.Photog Cr. at his headshot photography workshop in Chicago. It's...
Robin Spencer
Mar 18, 20251 min read


Dr. Ed Quirk, Headshot Update
Amazing chiropractor, motivational speaker and success coach, Dr. Ed Quirk wanted to update his social media headshot. This was one of my...
Robin Spencer
Feb 4, 20251 min read


Creative LinkedIn Profile Photo Idea
A great idea for a LinkedIn headshot. I wish I could take credit for it but it was Danielle who suggested including her guitar in several...
Robin Spencer
Jan 21, 20251 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


Jan Gao. So Inspiring.
What a great time I had meeting and photographing Jan Gao, MPA. She has a fascinating story about her life and why she is running for...
Robin Spencer
Jan 8, 20251 min read


Headshots of Elia Lopez
I met Elia before she joined The Sandstone Group. She is delightful to work with and has accomplished so much at a young age. She told me...
Robin Spencer
Nov 10, 20241 min read


Headshots of Diane Craig, Executive Trainer
I recently had the opportunity and pleasure of meeting and photographing Diane Craig, the president and founder of Corporate Classic...
Robin Spencer
Nov 10, 20241 min read


Recognition From Rotary International
Today I received a three blue sapphire pin in recognition of my continued support of Rotary International's Disaster Relief Fund. (In...
Robin Spencer
Jul 18, 20241 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


Love Malen Framing
Just a quick shout-out and thank you to Malen Framing. A framed certificate I received in 2011 had minor damage and needed some TLC. I...
Robin Spencer
Jul 18, 20241 min read
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