Best Winnipeg family photographer, candid family photographer, lifestyle family photos, best steinbach photographer, fall country family photos in winnipeg, mb

The Giesbrechts on their property in fall Who doesn’t love a golden fall photoshoot with 3 cute little cowboys and their hats? I’ve been photographing the Giesbrechts since forever, and this year’s family photos just might be my very favourite! I had been eyeing the “ditch light” across their road, and boy, did it ever […]

Winnipeg Newborn Photographer, Vanessa Renae Photography, lifestyle maternity, newborn and family photographer based in winnipeg, MB. Nothing Fits But dress

Caity & Nick and their sweet newborn, Isla I’ve been photographing Caity and Nick since their dreamy beachy engagement session over 4 years ago. I daresay the same gorgeous pinky tones made a revival for their sweet baby girl! Caity is the queen of meaningful details, and seeing her STUNNING nursery was a treat! As […]

best Winnipeg elopement photographer - grand beach elopement - Vanessa Renae Photography - Winnipeg anniversary session

Jenna & Connor There is nowhere more magical than the beach. Each time I make it through the soft sandy path to the beach, the view mesmerizes me. It’s different every time I go and I think that’s what makes it so wonderful! I love that I don’t choose the weather, it’s chosen for each […]

Winnipeg wedding photographer, Vanessa Renae Photography

Every year I collaborate with Lauren from Stonehouse Weddings for my Winnipeg Studio Mother’s Day Mini sessions. And every year I’m left speechless when the vision comes together! This year was absolutely no exception. I love pairing a calm and bright studio with a unique flower design so each family gets a beautiful backdrop that’s […]

Grand Beach Engagement session, Manitoba engagement , sunset beach engagement session by Vanessa Renae Photography, a Winnipeg and Kenora wedding photographer

Caity & Nick’s Grand Beach Engagement Session Their love is sweet and fiery, which is also how I would describe this evening’s sunset! It couldn’t have been a better night for their Grand Beach engagement session. I do really love the surprise of not knowing what each evening will look like. Before each session, I […]

Gables Wedding Barn autumn wedding by Vanessa Renae Photography, a Winnipeg wedding photographer

Jenn & Alex’s Romantic Celebration at The Gables Wedding Barn When I think of a romantic autumn wedding, I think of Jenn and Alex’s day. The wind howled strongly that day but they just went with it! Nothing adds more passion to photos than a good, strong breeze! The Gables Wedding Barn is such a […]

Newborn

Maternity

Winnipeg Family photographer, and lover of lazy cabin weekends and good company and a delicious coffee!

MEET VANESSA

Caity & Nick and their sweet newborn, Isla I’ve been photographing Caity and Nick since their dreamy beachy engagement session over 4 years ago. I daresay the same gorgeous pinky tones made a revival for their sweet baby girl! Caity is the queen of meaningful details, and seeing her STUNNING nursery was a treat! As […]

Winnipeg Newborn Photographer, Vanessa Renae Photography, lifestyle maternity, newborn and family photographer based in winnipeg, MB. Nothing Fits But dress
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Baby Lark & the Froese’s One of my favourite things about what I do is following families on their journey as their family grows! I’ve known Carlee since I was young and getting to know her sweet and lovely little family has been such a joy! Their eldest, Forrest is such a smart and witty […]

Baby lark during her Winnipeg newborn session just days after she was born. Photographed by Vanessa Renae, a Winnipeg family and newborn photographer.
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ali & Jeff Let’s start off with; Jeff is very good at keeping secrets! Ali and I had a one hour drive together to Jeff’s farm for their maternity session and we talked tons! I asked her when she thought Jeff might propose and she had honestly no idea and didn’t think it would be […]

Manitoba maternity session & proposal, photographed by Vanessa Renae, a winnipeg wedding and elopement photographer

Rachelle & Karl Rachelle and Karl initially booked one of my fall mini sessions but decided to make it into a full shoot! Because they did, we had so much time to just let the kids be kids. I got to capture the really fun and playful side of their family and it was such […]

Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Joy & Matt Joy and Matt chose to make the two-hour drive on their honeymoon to do this session! They got married just days before and it was the perfect post-wedding celebration! I love when couples make the effort to travel to me for a session but I love going to them just as much […]

Summer honeymoon session in Sandilands, photographed by Vanessa Renae Photography, a Calgary engagement photographer, available across canada

The benefits of having a first look

Best engagement session locations in Manitoba

What to look for when choosing your wedding photographer

Resources to guide you as you plan for your engagement session and wedding day.

FREE RESOURCES

Remember to take these

3.

2.

1.

© vanessa renae photography 2018-2026

Winnipeg FAmily photographer

Photography Educator

Terms and Conditions

Privacy Policy

Winnipeg Maternity photographer

Winnipeg newborn photographer