Pete's Ponders

Dave Clement, is owner of Big Lake Cinematic. Living in Parry Sound,  Dave has over 20 years of filmmaking, video and photography experience, with in depth knowledge of cinematography, drone aerials, photography, picture editing, writing, lighting, or sound editing. 

Tara's experience and expertise is in growth strategy and top level marketing strategy, providing strategic direction to companies and subcontractors. Her greatest strength is taking the many great ideas of owners and visionaries, prioritizing them, and creating a clear and approachable action plan. This ensure their goals are achieved in as little times as possible and at the lowest possible cost.

Matt Balfe has nearly 20 years of construction industry experience in various roles covering operations, sales, logistics, business development & strategy.  Having worked in all levels of management across North America for both multi-nationals and SMEs, Matt's experiences bring a broad understanding of what causes companies to both struggle and succeed.  Matt launched Crux Management Consulting, to share his passion for business by helping others with theirs.

Feeling nervous about getting a professional headshot is completely normal. Most people (i.e., ~99.9%) experience some level of anxiety before stepping in front of the camera. Don't worry! My studio...

AboutFace is a Canadian charity, founded in 1985, to support individuals with any type of facial difference. Its vision is the elimination of the stigma and discrimination encountered by individuals with a facial difference.

Krista Holmes continues to make a difference in the Parry Sound community. Involved in many different projects, such as Turkeys for Tummies. Krista also runs KH Management, a female owned and operated management firm in Northern Ontario that specializes in music, special events, and social media management.

For my 2022 Year in Review, it is always so difficult to decide which is my favourite professional headshot. I met so many interesting people and had some amazing experiences in the studio.

The Parry Sound Area Founders  Circle is pleased to announce the winners of the 2022 Founders Choice Awards.  Cash prizes of $10,000 for first place and $5,000 for second place were presented to entrepreneurs in the Parry Sound District with the most promising business ideas.

Maureen Willis is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. Maureen practices virtual counselling under the supervision of a Registered Psychotherapist. She completed a Bachelor of Arts (BA) at Carleton University, followed by a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology at Yorkville University. 

I am often asked, “How many headshots do I need?"

That depends, on a couple things

1. What do you want to communicate?
2. Where will you use the headshot?

Applications were submitted by August 31st, 2022, Founders selected five finalists:

Why the Triangle Set Up is the Best lighting for headshots.

The best lighting for headshots depends on different variables such as the type of lighting you would like to have on the client (e.g., shadows, exposure, etc..), your artistic influence, the equipment you have, and the list goes on.