OXFORD STATION STUDIOS
Artist/Photographer,
Personal Fitness Trainer/Yoga Instructor
About Oxford Station Studios
ARTIST/PHOTOGRAPHER, PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINER/COACH/YOGA INSTRUCTOR
I am a Fine Artist, Photographer, Personal Fitness Trainer, Coach, and Yoga Instructor. I reside on an old 221 acre farm where I have my studios. I cut hay and firewood here as well as care for rescued cats.
As a Fitness Trainer/Coach/Yoga Instructor I am an absolute outdoor enthusiast any time of year so my studios are mostly outside. During the majority of the year I hold Yoga and Cross-Training classes in the farmyard and once the snow hits I offer snowshoeing and cross-country skiing on the many groomed trails which are also used for hiking usually in spring and fall.
As an Artist I have two studios, one in the barn to build Cajon drums and one in the house for painting. On my
excursions through the forest I like to find neat pieces of wood that I use to make creations with, I call these “Bark Art” and “Garden Art”.
As a Photographer I spend most of my time outside using this beautiful farm as my source of inspiration. The barn is a lovely backdrop for family portraits, engagements, anniversaries, etc. The fields offer numerous creatures to capture and the woodlot always has stunning views year round.
I am blessed to have such a wonderful place to live and enjoy sharing it with others.
You can find me on Facebook under:
- Oxford Station Studios
- Oxford Station Studios - Connie Porteous Fine Artist/Photographer
- Oxford Station Studios - Personal Fitness Training
FINE ARTIST/INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER
I am a trained Fine Artist with over ten years of experience.
As an Artist I have two studios, one in the barn to build Cajon drums and one in the house for painting. On my excursions through the forest I like to find neat pieces of wood that I use to make creations with, I call these “Bark Art” and “Garden Art”.
I can instruct any medium or style of interest. Also have a Paverpol Teaching Certificate.
I've had many pieces in galleries that sold to very excited buyers who appreciate my unique, one of a kind work.
PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINER/ COACH/ YOGA INSTRUCTOR
I am a certified Personal Fitness Trainer through Canfitpro with three Coaching certificates in Actively Ageing, Nutrition and Stress Resiliency.
I am also a certified Vinyasa Yoga Instructor through Yogafit.
I offer outdoor classes here at my 221 acre private residence such as Cross-Training with elliptical equipment, Yoga, Trail-Hiking, Snowshoeing and Cross Country Skiing.
All fitness levels are always welcome but my main focus is to work with people with physical limitations. From the age of 22, for almost fifteen years, I was a live in caregiver for four Senior family members and have a good understanding of their struggles. I have also lived with Chronic Pain, Trigeminal Neuralgia and Fibromyalgia, since at least 2004. I also have struggled for decades with Mental Health Issues, especially Anxiety and Depression, and I know being physical positively changes the chemical makeup in the brain. I have always been very active and know that it makes a difference in my daily struggles so I enjoy working with people who too have limitations to help keep them from becoming sedentary and their illnesses just becoming worse and it taking over their lives. I understand the struggle and want to help others lead a more fulfilling life.
PHOTOGRAPHER/INSTRUCTOR
I have over ten years experience as a professional Photographer and spend most of my time outside using this beautiful farm as my source of inspiration. The barn is a lovely backdrop for family portraits, engagements, anniversaries, etc. The fields offer numerous creatures to capture and the woodlot always has stunning views year round. I have been doing Photography since 2008 when I began working for Rogers TV Mobile Production Crew as Lead Camera Operator and also worked for Snap’d Ottawa Downtown as a Photojournalist. I have covered sporting events, concerts, weddings as well as modeling portfolios, school and pet portraits, group photos, etc. I also worked as a Fashion Model from the age of 19 for over a decade. With all this experience I have a great understanding in front and behind a camera and can instruct others on proper lighting, poses, composition, etc.
Art
ANYTHING CAN BE MADE TO ORDER AND ALL PIECES ARE ONE OF A KIND.
CAJON DRUMS
I build Cajon drums that I then use as canvasses. Made with Canadian materials.
"GARDEN ART"
Paverpol Sculptures on found wood to bring your yard to life.
"BARK ART"
An assortment of art with different mediums usually on found/scavenged bark.
Photography
PORTRAITS
FAMILY, PETS, FASHION
Offering Portraits for Families and Pets, Engagements, Anniversaries Graduations, etc. Portraits done with the farm as the backdrop.
If you are a Fashion Model needing to update your portfolio I have experience on both sides of the camera and can help you build a dynamic new spread.
EVENTS
CELEBRATIONS
Offering my many years experience to Photograph your big event be it your Wedding to a Rock Concert. No event is too big or too small.
LANDSCAPE
ENJOYMENT
With the amount of beauty this farm has to offer I have a number of wonderful pictures of the landscape plus on my trips have many pictures to share as I spot beauty everywhere.
Personal Fitness Training/Coaching/ Yoga Instructing
Offering different group classes or one on one training/coaching sessions. Please find updates on my Facebook pages or contact me through Facebook to schedule private sessions.
PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINER
Professionally Trained through Canfitpro since 2014.
*Actively Aging Coach
*Nutrition Coach
*Stress Resiliency Coach
GROUP CROSS-TRAINING COACH
Perform resistance training on a "Gazelle Elliptical-Trainer" to build strength, cardio endurance and flexibility. This is a low impact, total body workout. Different styles to accommodate all fitness levels. Will be small classes of no more then six at a time.
VINYASA YOGA INSTRUCTOR
Offering "Yoga on the Farm" here at my residence. All levels welcome.
HOURS OF OPERATION
PLEASE NO DROP-INS THANK YOU.
Please follow my Facebook pages to keep updated on Services.
Please contact me through Facebook.
Cannot accommodate drop-ins as I still have daily farm work to do.
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