The Henderson Family 2011

I am so honored to be chosen by the Henderson Family once again to do their family portraits. Their family has now grown to include a beautiful baby girl. It is an honor to be able to document the growth of your family. Even with the hiccups that come with shooting an almost two year old and a 7 week old baby. The outcome was still great photos and with the bonus of a great story too! Have a great Christmas guys!

 

  

 

Michelle's Portrait

Michelle needed some professional head shots for her job. But we didn't stop there.

Who gets all dressed up for that!! Michelle came equipped with a great selection of clothing, accessories and shoes! Lots of shoes!

She was lots of fun and part of the reason her shoot was such a success was because she was actually having fun. When being photographed, it is so important to forget any insecurities, relax and just have fun. That is always when we look our best.

It is amazing how a scarf or a soft coat can change a photo so drastically. Most people are aware of colors having a large impact in portrait photography but I think people generally underestimate texture. This is especially with close ups.

 

Normally there are photos I prefer in B&W but with Michelle I just couldn't dare part with those gorgeous blue eyes! They just pop with this gorgeous blue jacket on.

 

She was lots of fun and part of the reason her shoot was such a success was because she was actually having fun. When being photographed, it is so important to forget any insecurities, relax and just have fun. That is always when we look our best.

 Thanks Michelle! You were loads of fun to work with!

Chrissy & Doug

Chrissy and Doug are engaged to be married September 2012 at Minter Gardens in Chilliwack.  What a lovely couple - lucky for us the decent weather held out just a little while longer. Fall is such a tricky time to plan an outdoor shoot but it was definitely worth it!

We chose Fort Langley for our location - between Aldergrove and Chilliwack  - a perfect location for engagement photos. Lots of variety of backdrops - so many colors!

We started at the CN Rail Museum and lucked out when the train came right before we left. Now I am totally hooked on photographing portraits in front of moving trains. I cant wait to do it again!

 

 

 The train is coming... well eventually it did. A boy on a walkie-talkie told us it was coming and he was right. I had to give my instructions to Chrissy and Doug before the train came because we were so close  to it - I knew it would be loud! And they did great!

A quick wardrobe change and a romantic stroll along the river.

Then off to the Fort Langley Community Hall. What a beautiful building. I knew Doug was itching to get to the turkey dinner waiting for the both of them... understandably but he held in there until we wrapped up. 

They totally rocked their Canucks Jerseys!

 Chrissy and Doug did so great on their engagement shoot! They are naturals! I totally look forward to shooting their wedding in September and meeting all of their families and friends. Good luck with all the planning you guys!