Engage- Kristy & Peter

This couple came to me through an amazing woman in my community, Joanne, who had explained Kristy & Peter's story with such empathy that I couldn't help but be drawn in to serve them. Their scheduled photo shoot was cancelled with said photographer who I now Thank, as it freed up space in each of our lives to connect. . . and as I said I am SO Thankful for what was so perfectly lined up.


I had so much fun with this couple, we ventured down south of Strathmore to Johnston Island.  A beautiful piece of nature that is close to home and a place I now cherish.  I loved how Kristy & Peter had all these great ideas, they came with chalk and an ipad full of pics for inspiration.  I've never met anyone so prepared as these two, they are so ready to walk down the isle together! ;-)  I love their energy and creative spirits.  It was fantastic that they are so photogenic too (a plus on my side) lol. ENJOY. . .

A little Angel ~ Caileigh

The sweetness in the air of a newborns presence.

A mother's touch. . so pure. . so calming. .

An emotional and spiritual connection

To nurture, love and protect. . Always

Our parents. . our world 

Miss Caileigh at 2 weeks old.

Aidan ~ Newborn Session

Welcome Aidan!! 

It was such a pleasure to meet & photograph this little guy.  I absolutely loved the super cute poses Aidan gave us.  

This couples story was very touching.  I can only image the emotion behind waiting for a miracle. Aidan is such an amazing and wonderful blessing for his parents who have patiently awaited his arrival.  I wish them all the best in their journey as a family. 

A Week of Enlightenment

Lately I've been making some large leaps in getting myself out there and this is so extremely exciting for me. YAAAAAAYYYYY! ~ Insert Happy Dance!

This week I was fortunate enough to take part in Sandy Puc' kids workshop.(www.Sandypuc.com) It was a smaller group of photographers with a few others from rural Alberta, it was great to make new connections and venture out of my shell.

In the workshop we watched Sandy photograph a live session with 2 siblings, a 6mo old boy and 2 yr old girl. There was so much to gain from this experience, seeing how to efficiently work with children in about half an hr, getting clothing and prop ideas, and I can't forget the new bribery technique. I am now well equipped with so many great and new poses, I can't wait to try them out. ;)

From a business perspective we covered a whole lot of marketing strategies as well as pricing. Sandy suggests the most amazing pricing structure I've heard of called the credit system. What I love about this model is that clients select the images They WANT without having to select from a predetermined print package. As a client you get exactly what you want, I Love It and have already implemented it. I can't wait to hear what my clients think.

At the end of the workshop I mustered up the courage to stay behind and met Sandy! OMG was my heart thudding so hard in my chest when standing in line of a group of people after the show. I knew more than anything that I just had to talk to her, well to be honest there was less talking and more crying haha.

Being such an emotional person at times can have its pit falls, though this is why I had to chat with Sandy. To me she is such a real and genuine person, someone who isn't afraid to show their emotions. She has been a breath of fresh air. While trying to find myself and being okay with who I am, Sandy has shown that her emotions are a beautiful part of who she is. Thank you Sandy for creating the space for me to breath and be okay with who I am.

Here's a small photo I'd like to share with you

As if that workshop wasn't enough, I then took part in the Alberta Women Entrepreneurs seminar with Kurian Tharakan of Acton Consulting Ltd. WOW was that ever a great way to get instant feedback on my marketing ideas, and hugely valuable. What a great group of women with amazing vision, I am so inspired and can't wait to get going on putting my baby plan together. I highly suggest these seminars for any Women Entrepreneurs reading this, make sure you check out www.awe.com.

Then to tie everything together into a pretty bow my yoga and writing coach Michele Gunderson (www.languageofyoga.com) had prompted us to write about our ideal listener, and that's you. . Through my Open Heart I am able to write about these amazing events in my life and more importantly finding my courageous voice and sharing them.

I end this with an amazing quote Sandy gave us. . .

“I expect to pass through life but once. If therefore, there be any kindness I can show, or any good thing I can do to any fellow being, let me do it now, and not defer or neglect it, as I shall not pass this way again.” ~William Penn

Spring Photo Special!!

You know spring is here when the beauty of a robins song fills the air, or when the tulips planted last year break the surface of a once cold and solid ground.

Everything is growing, shifting and ever changing in our world & in our lives. Noticing the small wonders in each moment is what I naturally do, which is why being a photographer is as important to me as it is to reveal to my clients their beauty, wonder and the magic they bring to this world.

To honor the Spring season and to bring all that is beautiful to life, I am providing a Spring Portrait Session at a discounted rate.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, these sessions make beautiful gifts! ;)

~These specials are on until the end of April 2012.

There is limited space, please call to reserve a session today! 403-681-2205

My Son - Liam

It's the details in life that draw me in. . .

The look my son flashes for a second or two, that only a mothers heart captures with awe and a sense of knowing we share. Knowing he can trust that I'll be right here, forever by his side.

It's the blond, blond hair and pale white skin- you are so your mothers child.

It's the redness of his cheeks on a cool winters day, where the sun shines to cast its warmth over the chills of the wind.

When I see you my son. . . I see life so Vividly, so Fully, so Alive with all its glory and Light.

With Love
~Mum

Mexico February 2012

It was a month ago today that our Mexico trip had really begun. Oh how I miss the soothing sound of the waves crashing hard and gurgling up to the shoreline. We had the pleasure of falling asleep to the sounds of nature every night, oddly many of us thought the waves were an eerie resemblance of the wind back home in Alberta. Here's a small clip for you to enjoy. . .

As for the rest of our trip, we enjoyed days in the sun- or shaded sun but it didn't matter, the weather was better than back home. That's the point of a Mexico vacation right? Enjoy every moment we have because it will eventually come to an end. . .and so we did. James got some first time surfing in and Liam even tried out boogie boarding with the mexican children from a near by fishing village Chacala. I went on a whale watching tour that left me breathless. . .these mammals are absolutely STUNNING. At one point we were so close we were sure they were just under our boat. They are such curious creatures, just as we are about them. Just Breathless~!

The Mexican people at our hotel Mar de Jade are so loving and caring, the food was AMAZING and there was a vibrant wonderful energy about the location, it's people and everyone there. So much so, people from other hotels in the village would come by asking about the hotel because everyone leaving it "looked so vibrant" as one lady explained to me. I would HIGHLY recommend this place for anyone needing to get away and rejuvenate your mind and spirit. www.mardejade.com