Sometimes the best creative days begin with one simple idea—and this one started with an Instagram model call.


I had been wanting to create a clean, white-background studio session, so I posted that I was looking for someone interested in stepping in front of the camera. Justyna, a luxury makeup artist and educator, reached out and said she would love to be involved. We booked the session and began planning her vision.


When Justyna had trouble finding the right model, I reached out to my friend Raechel Hambly of Hambly Events to see if she might be interested. The three of us had already worked together on my wedding day: Justyna was my makeup artist, while Raechel was both my bridesmaid and wedding planner. Bringing everyone together again felt like such a natural fit.


Once Raechel was confirmed as our model, she realized she might as well make the most of the studio time and update the branding photos for her wedding planning and day-of coordination business, Hambly Events. What began as one creative studio shoot quickly grew into a full content day featuring two businesses, multiple concepts and a whole lot of collaboration.

Blonde woman organizing makeup products on a wooden vanity table with cosmetics and a makeup case.
Blonde woman arranging elegant floral centerpiece on lace-covered reception table with gold candlesticks and black cutlery.
Woman photographer in beige sweater and wide-leg brown pants holding DSLR camera in bright studio with white curtains.

An Early Start in Barrie


Our content day took place on September 18 and began bright and early at Justyna’s studio in Barrie for hair and makeup. After getting ready, we headed over to Nera Studio to begin shooting.


Justyna was up first. She had come prepared with her own vision and mood board, and we brought every part of it to life. We captured a mix of elevated portraits, working images and content that reflected both sides of her brand: luxury bridal beauty and artist education.


While she wasn’t in front of the camera, Raechel captured behind-the-scenes iPhone content throughout Justyna’s session. Having those candid clips added another layer to the day and gave us a look at the creativity happening on both sides of the camera.



Bringing Hambly Events to Life


Next, it was Raechel’s turn. She created a beautiful wedding tablescape for the session, giving us the perfect setting to showcase the thoughtful details and hands-on work behind Hambly Events.


We photographed her styling and working with the tablescape, along with more polished portraits and formal desk images. The result was a versatile gallery she can use throughout her website, social media and marketing for both wedding planning and day-of coordination.


This time, Justyna took over the behind-the-scenes iPhone content while also staying close by for hair and makeup touch-ups for both Raechel and me whenever we needed them.

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Blonde woman sitting on wooden desk with laptop, wearing blue top and navy pants in bright white studio.
Two blonde women work at a desk with laptop, camera, and floral arrangement indoors.

Capturing the Full Experience


At the last minute, I decided to bring in another photographer, Sierra, to document me working throughout the day. She captured the sessions with both her camera and her phone, giving me my own behind-the-scenes content and a glimpse of what it looks like to work with Steiner & Co. from a different perspective.


Before we wrapped up, I even snuck in a few posed branding photos of my own.


What started as a single Instagram model call turned into a full day of photography, video content, styling, makeup and creative direction. Everyone stepped in to support one another—whether that meant modelling, filming behind the scenes, offering touch-ups, setting a tablescape or capturing the person usually standing behind the camera.


More than anything, the day was a reminder of how special it is to create alongside talented, supportive women. There was so much creativity in the room, but there was also plenty of laughter, encouragement and genuine excitement for one another’s businesses.


It was exactly the kind of content day I love: thoughtfully planned, collaborative and full of personality.


If your business is ready for updated imagery and a gallery of intentional content that truly feels like you, I would love to help bring your vision to life.


Ready to plan your own branding session? Get in touch with Steiner & Co. Photography to start creating.

Blonde woman sitting in a white chair reviewing photos on a camera in a bright minimalist studio setting.
Elegant wedding tablescape with sage green floral tablecloth, gold candlesticks, woven chargers, and lush floral centerpieces.
Blonde woman in blue off-shoulder top working at wooden desk with binder and keyboard.
Elegant wedding table setting with floral centerpieces, taper candles, and wooden cross-back chairs, with a blonde woman in background.
Smiling blonde woman holding smartphone showing Instagram profile page at desk.
Elegant wedding table setting with floral centerpiece, gold candles, woven placemats, and Hambly Events place card.
Smiling blonde woman in navy wide-leg pants and gray top holding a bouquet of pink flowers in a bright white studio.
Woman in denim shirt and white pants relaxing in a mid-century modern armchair with design samples on the floor.
Elegant wedding tablescape with mint green floral linen, gold candlesticks, and cream rose bouquet on wooden chair.
Woman wearing a brown satin camisole with white lace trim detailing, paired with black pants on white background.
Woman in navy trousers and black heels walking while holding a bouquet of flowers against a white background.
Elegant wooden desk with floral arrangement, open notebook, and woven chair in a bright minimalist office setting.
Blonde woman in blue top and navy pants standing at a modern walnut desk with laptop, chair, and floral arrangement.
Woman in blue linen shirt working on laptop while sitting barefoot on white sofa in bright minimalist room.
Blonde woman sitting on white floor reviewing wedding photos and planning materials with MacBook laptop.
Brown makeup travel case open on a wooden tray surrounded by luxury beauty products, brushes, jewelry, and cosmetics.
Smiling blonde woman in brown blazer dress adjusting snake print heels while sitting on white sofa.
Blonde woman in olive top standing at wooden table displaying makeup products, cosmetic case, and open laptop.
Woman arranging makeup products and beauty tools on a wooden desk beside an open laptop displaying cosmetics.
Woman crouching on white floor reviewing scattered portrait photos and headshots spread out in front of her.
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