The Collective

Your Creative Ecosystem

The Collective is your small business ecosystem; a trusted network of photographers, designers, stylists, writers, and creative partners who help bring your brand to life.

We connect you with the right people, the right spaces, and the right support, so your marketing, visuals, and events feel seamless, intentional, and inspired.

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Pattison logo in navy blue and white on a white background.
Bell Media logo with the word 'Bell' in blue and 'Media' in black below it.
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Simmons logo with a stylized leaf icon and the word 'simmons' in black lowercase letters.
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Stingray company logo featuring a stylized blue geometric stingray above the black text 'STINGRAY' on a white background.
Postmedia logo with a yellow square containing a white letter P and the word POSTMEDIA in navy blue letters.
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The Creative Collective

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The Visual Storyteller

A photographer or videographer who captures your brand essence.

The vibes: “They see your story through the lens and bring it to life.”

  • For brands ready to be seen.

    Our partnered photographers and videographers capture the essence of your brand through intentional imagery, from lifestyle shoots to launch campaigns.

    • Discovery & concept planning

    • Half or full-day shoot coordination

    • Brand-aligned shot list & creative guidance

    • Optional editing, reels, or ad clips

  • TBD

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The Design Foundation

Brand designer for colour palettes, logos, and visual identity.

The vibes: “Where aesthetics meet strategy.”

  • For brands that want to look as good as they feel.

    Your visual identity deserves to bloom beautifully. Our design partners craft colour palettes, typography, and logos that bring your brand story to life, seamlessly aligned with your marketing strategy.

    • Brand discovery & creative direction

    • Logo, font, and colour palette development

    • Brand kit delivery (digital format)

    • Optional social media templates

  • TBD

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The Beauty Edit

Hair, makeup, and styling partners for brand shoots.

The vibes: “Confidence looks good on camera.”

  • For brands and people who want to feel camera-ready.

    We collaborate with professional stylists, makeup artists, and wardrobe consultants to help you feel confident, cohesive, and completely yourself during brand shoots or events.

    What’s Included

    • Hair and makeup services

    • Wardrobe styling & brand colour guidance

    • On-site touch-ups during shoots

  • TBD

Spaces to Create

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The Scene

Curated Ottawa-area spaces for photoshoots, workshops, or pop-ups.

Example partners: Studios, boutiques, cafés, wineries, co-working spaces.

  • We scout, book, and coordinate the perfect local location, so you can focus on showing up and shining.
    From cozy cafés to modern studios and creative lofts, every space is hand-picked to match your brand’s story.

    What’s Included

    • Space sourcing & booking coordination

    • Pre-visit creative direction (shot list + layout planning)

    • Setup and styling assistance (optional)

    • Add-on access to a photographer, videographer, or brand stylist

  • Mini Scene
    2–3 hours
    $250–$400 (venue not included)

    Full Scene
    Half-day
    $450–$700 (venue not included)

    Curated Scene
    Full-day or event
    $800–$1,200+ (venue not included)

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The Creative Corner

A rotating list of local venues that inspire content and community.

Example partners: Artist lofts, floral shops, artisan markets.

  • Bring your brand to life alongside other local creatives.
    We organize shared content days, co-working shoot setups, and styled sessions, so you get professional photos, community connection, and creative energy all in one space.

    What’s Included

    • Access to a curated local studio or venue

    • Shared themed setups (styled by local creatives)

    • Individual time slots for each brand

    • Optional add-ons: headshots, product shots, or reels

  • Content Day Pass
    1-hour solo shoot within a shared setup
    $250–$350

    Full Brand Session
    2-hour dedicated slot with styling & setup
    $450–$600

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The Pop-Up Edit

Partner venues for brand launches or collaborative events.

Example partners: Local retail shops, restaurants, or farms.

  • We help you bring your brand into the real world, from planning your pop-up booth layout to coordinating vendors and marketing your event.
    Whether you’re selling, sampling, or celebrating, we’ll make it seamless and social.

    What’s Included

    • Pop-up space sourcing & vendor coordination

    • Marketing & social media promotion support

    • Signage and material design (add-on available)

    • Optional on-site event coordination

    • Recap content & photo options

  • Single Pop-Up Setup
    One-day event
    $600–$850 (space not included)

    Seasonal Pop-Up Series
    2–3 recurring events
    $1,200–$1,800+ (space not included)

Let’s Build What Your Business Needs.

Not sure which service fits? You don’t need to know yet.

Your business has grown, and sometimes that means your marketing needs more support than one service or package can cover.

Whether you need strategy, content, design, ongoing marketing support, or a little bit of everything, we’ll look at where your business is now, what’s taking up too much of your time, and where you want to go next.

From there, we’ll recommend a direction that makes sense for your goals, priorities, timeline, and budget.

Start with a free 1:1 Warm Welcome. Tell us what’s going on with your business, and we’ll figure out what makes sense from there.