Here is What’s Up
Looking for great news? Here it is: you can be Ridiculously Happy! And I believe the best way to grow ridiculously happy roots is to let go of the pollution in the world telling you you’re not good enough and focus on what actually matters.
I am a 100% inclusive photographer, working with a supportive, kind-hearted community dedicated to keeping things easy, efficient, and fun. And at the end of our time together, you won’t want to wait to do it all over again!
Sophia Lemon
I’m Sophia Lemon (or as my family calls me, Soph), a photographer, podcast host, and ‘Mum’ to one giant furbaby named Bruce. I’ve had the privilege of photographing best selling authors, Juno Award winning artists, and the most inspirational people you will never recognize on the street.
Through my work, I’ve developed a deep passion for inclusivity and representation. My burning desire is to dismantle the cultural pressures that force people into hiding their authentic selves. I seek to empower those I reach to celebrate what makes them ridiculously happy, making it easier for others to do the same.
Community
If it were not for the people I choose to work with, doing my thing would be a lot harder, stuff would get done slower, and life would be generally less fun.
Nikki Yeo
Virtual Assistant
Nikki is a mom and wife who believes that work-life balance is a real thing. Co-founder of The AVA Solution, Nikki deals with things like emails, follow-ups, relaying messages, and managing the calendar.
Katie Ballantyne
Hair Stylist / Makeup Artist
Katie is a mom and skilled hair and makeup stylist. She works with me on all personal branding sessions and is available for weddings and family sessions. Her calm personality helps camera-shy clients to warm up.
Suhas Vaidya
Photo Editor
Suhas is a professional photographer and photo editor living in India. After I’ve downloaded a wedding, I send the photos along to Suhas. He makes sure that the exposure and colour is correct and that they’re all sharp.
Nathalie Reid
Photographer
Nathalie is a wife, mother, farmer, and graphic designer. She’s energetic and fun, and always the one to come up with a fun photo idea. She assists me on weddings all over the place. Elle parler Française. Also, we’re neighbours!
Liz Gareri
Photographer
Liz is a talented travel elopement photographer. She lives the rural life with her husband in Beeton. Liz shoots with me at large weddings primarily in the GTA area. She is patient and funny, and people have a lot of fun with her.
Our Values
We’re not just in this for the fun of it. We are in it because we know the impact our work can have in our community. Our values are important to us, and that is why we are so clear about them. Here is what we believe.
Mindfulness
Our environment should be filled with daily reminders of what makes us ridiculously happy.
Representation
All people are equal and should have a reasonable expectation of and equal access to safety.
Mental Health
An environment that makes you feel safe and allows you to be yourself is the only positive environment.
Love
Love looks different to everyone; everyone experiences love differently; everyone deserves love.
Community
You must surround yourself with people who share your values and build you up in order to flourish.
Fulfilment
Money, followers, and fame do not equal success. People should pursue their passions sans cultural pressures.
By The Way
If you hate having your photo taken, it’s probably because someone somewhere along the way told you that you aren’t photogenic. But speaking from (a lot of) self-experimentation, I can say that that is not true.
That’s why I do things a little differently. Tap the button below and talk to me about it.