“I want to evoke emotion when I take a photo.”
Toronto visual polymath, Atalia Charles draws on her years of experience to create meaningful visual artwork. For more than ten years, she's honed her skills across various genres of photography, from commercial to portraits, capturing moments that tell stories and evoke emotions. However, it wasn't until recently that she found herself drawn to the world of maternity photography.
The turning point came when she had the opportunity to photograph a dear cousin's maternity shoot. Despite her extensive experience, she approached this session with a sense of curiosity and openness, not fully anticipating the profound impact it would have on her.
As she watched her cousin glow with the radiance of impending motherhood, Atalia was captivated by the raw beauty and genuine emotion that permeated in her photos. It was a revelation – a moment of clarity where she realized that maternity photography wasn't just about taking creative pictures; it was about capturing the essence of life itself.
The turning point came when she had the opportunity to photograph a dear cousin's maternity shoot. Despite her extensive experience, she approached this session with a sense of curiosity and openness, not fully anticipating the profound impact it would have on her.
As she watched her cousin glow with the radiance of impending motherhood, Atalia was captivated by the raw beauty and genuine emotion that permeated in her photos. It was a revelation – a moment of clarity where she realized that maternity photography wasn't just about taking creative pictures; it was about capturing the essence of life itself.
Some of Atalia’s clients include major restaurants and food delivery companies such as Just Eat and Skip The Dishes. She has also worked with the City of Toronto and the 360 Collective capturing beautiful architecture around the city.
Immersed in the artistry of maternity photography, Atalia delves into its nuances and intricacies with unwavering enthusiasm. As a new mother, having welcomed her baby boy in 2023, she finds profound joy in capturing the tender moments, the quiet anticipation, and the deep connection between mother and child.
With every maternity session she undertakes, Atalia is humbled by the privilege of capturing and preserving the miracle of life through her lens. "It's a deeply humbling experience," she shares, "one that continually fills me with gratitude and rekindles my passion for photography in ways I never could have imagined."
With every maternity session she undertakes, Atalia is humbled by the privilege of capturing and preserving the miracle of life through her lens. "It's a deeply humbling experience," she shares, "one that continually fills me with gratitude and rekindles my passion for photography in ways I never could have imagined."
After earning her Creative Photography degree from Humber College, Atalia leverages her diverse skill set, including photo retouching and editing, to bring her clients' visions to life. Inspired by luminaries such as Chenman, the acclaimed visual artist and photographer, and Beyoncé, renowned for her visually captivating work, Atalia is drawn to their meticulous attention to detail and their ability to create compelling pieces.
"Welcome to my world of maternity and motherhood photography, where every moment tells a beautiful story. My passion is capturing the elegance of pregnancy, the beauty of motherhood, and the precious connections that make every family unique. Through timeless, artistic imagery, I create memories you'll love for a lifetime."
