Sunshine

Bryce's mom always told him to "surround yourself with good people".I can't say that I disagree.

We are so lucky to have such wonderful, kind, loving people in our lives. We are truly surrounded with good people. Big hearts go a long way with us. I'm all about the big hearts.

Shannon has a heart that is truly unparalleled. She is a gem. Bryce, Maisie, Frank and I are better with her in our lives. We smile more, laugh more, and certainly love more. Shannon works with me. Creates magic with me. Dreams up wild ideas with me. Inspires me. She picks me up 9+ months pregnant (when I was miles from laughter) and brings sunshine. We chase rainbows, wild skies and speak in a language all of our own. She turns everything into art. Her presence in our life, is a true masterpiece.

In the rain, the pouring rain... we don't even need the sun to show up, as Shannon brings it with her.

To celebrate life and love, we ventured out in the pouring rain to photograph her world. Of course, the sun came with her. She brought it out of the clouds. Congrats to you and Ryan on your recent engagement. We love you guys more than words, and are so very excited to join in on every adventure along the way. May we all grow old together (well... not in the same house, but close). xoox The fabulous Sako pup showing off some of his very best moves For some reason, Sako decided that the photoshoot was the perfect time to be the most wild. Of course.

Tara and Steve

How amazing it was, that the rain stopped for our session last Friday.

Lately it appears that the majority of my clients have had to do a lot more re-scheduling than shooting due to adverse weather conditions. But I promise, when all of the elements align, the sessions, will be perfect. Sometimes it takes a few times to get it all together, but it is always worth the wait. Promise.

Tara and Steve, you are wonderful.

Sweet Ride and Soft Love

On a night like last night, in Campbell River two lovers pulled into a parking lot full of rich orange light, a still calm sky, and a silky smooth sea.

They were sweet, kind and immediately easy to love. Together with their awesome truck, they reminded me of so many movie scenes, and Melissa looked to me like she just stepped out of an amazing Renaissance painting.

They have an effortless, quiet and sweet love. Not to mention their amazing ability to ooze romance just by being close to each other. Which makes my job, absolutely exciting.

Have a peek at Melissa, Dave and the magic of living in a place as beautiful as Campbell River. (p.s... I can barely wait for their wedding.. and to see the next sweet ride that they are unveiling at the wedding, stay tuned)

Your Love

Warning: This post is not for the 'I hate love' or 'love sucks' among us. Kindly close the tab now, as I may gross you out with love talk here....

Maybe it was the spectacular conversation with an amazing friend that I haven't spoken with in forever. Maybe its that I haven't seen my fella in over a week (when we've never gone more than a day apart in almost 2 years). Maybe its that my soul is watery and weepy and more porous than a sponge. Possibly the country music on repeat, or maybe something about Rebecca and Steve's love for each other rubbed off on me yesterday.

Whatever it is, wherever it came from... these images make me wanna throw my arms around my gorgeous man and squeeze him forever. Yes, I'm throwing my self right out to the wolves today. Rarely do I bare this much of my heart, especially online. But today, for lack of proper self control, here you have it.

What does your love look like? How do you love? If I were to turn my camera on you, how would I see you? From the moment Rebecca and Steve were in front of me... they were just more complete together. Laughed more when they were closer. Loved freely. At times, I felt like I was truly intruding on their intimate moments. What is so beautiful about love, is how thick, how visible it can really be. It would appear, through my lens... that love actually changes the molecules in the air. Changes the vibrations in the atmosphere, in the room. When you are at a wedding, watching someone say those vows, do you not just want to hug your sweetie, and love them more.

How lucky it is to have someone who you feel so completely loved with. How incredible it is to share this journey with someone. Regardless of what that journey may be, or how many times along the way you want to stomp your feet, throw in the towel and storm off. It sure feels nice, in the middle of the tantrum to turn around and see that someone is still, despite all of your weaknesses, still standing there not giving up on you.

If the bitter among you, are scrunching your noses and gagging... I was you not very long ago, and very well may be you again one day. But that doesn't mean that I'm not going to strip all my baggage away off of my heart and try to love completely today. I'd rather live fully. Love more. Which will always give you more to loose, but I really do believe, it's worth it.

Meet Rebecca, Steve and their love.

This absolutely makes me want to hold onto my own fella

Jessica and Roger

What a better way to start off Monday morning, than a few images from Jessica and Rogers amazing engagement session.

Immediately, I loved them! Up for anything, and completely happy to let my creative mind go wild and free for some not so conventional portraits. I love when my couples are able to stretch themselves for something different, fresh and wonderful!

This session has gotten me incredibly excited for a whole lot of Vancouver Island weddings! A note to all of my 2009 Weddings, to email me and set up your engagement session, before its too late!

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Love this first shot of Jessica. So beautiful! Their connection was amazing, and I just love this image Love her on her tip toes On our way to the second location... I remembered these stone tunnels, and put the brakes on, luckily they were up for anything, and look what we created! Love the intimacy and laughter