Hi, I am Renata

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I'm a lifestyle photographer based in Toronto and serving clients across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), with a deep love for real moments and honest storytelling.

I’m also a mom to a super cool tween daughter, which has deeply shaped the way I photograph families, with patience, intuition, and a genuine understanding of kids just being kids.

My work is all about capturing the feel of a moment! The little glances, belly laughs, quiet cuddles, and everything in between.

My Approach


Whether we're shooting at home, in your favourite park, or out on a little adventure, my goal is to create images that feel natural, personal, and full of life.


I believe the best images happen when you're just being you. That’s why I keep things relaxed and pressure-free, no stiff poses or forced smiles here. I’m all about connection, movement, emotion, and documenting the beauty in everyday interactions. From growing bellies to growing kids, your story is always worth capturing.


Curiosities about me...

I was born and raised in Brazil, and I’ve been living in Canada with my family since 2016.


I am a mother to a super cool tween daughter.


I have a mischievous little dog named Cookie.


I love dancing forró, a Brazilian rhythm that always lifts my spirits.


I’ve been learning to surfskate for what feels like forever… still figuring it out but having fun in the process.


In a past life, I was a lawyer — bet you didn’t see that coming, right? I’m so glad I found the courage to leave a stable career and follow my heart into photography.


 I started out in photography shooting products for my online store, but everything changed when I began photographing people. I fell completely in love!


I love connection, and hearing people’s stories brings me so much joy and happiness.


I photograph couples, families, solo portraits, and even pets - wherever there’s connection, I’m there for it.


Curious about something else? Shoot me a message — I’d love to chat.


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@renatamenezesphotography