Byron, Scotia plus 3!

If you know this family, you love them. Going into this shoot, I knew how much Scotia wanted her family, her children captured. We had talked about it a few times before, and some times you just know how important it is for a mom to have her babies beautiful little faces photographed. When I know how excited people are about their shoots, it does nothing short of spiral me into a wild whirl wind of inspiration. I loved spending time with this bunch, and was so excited when the Dawson started flashing smiles my way! (something he is usually reluctant to do initially!) What a beautiful bunch!

40 years?!?

I can only imagine what it takes to hold a marriage together for this long.

40 YEARS!

I know of marriages that have lasted all of 2 weeks. 40 years seems like somewhat of an old wives tale. The mythological creature you hear about, but never see.

I met Terry and Maureen along with their 2 sons and their beautiful families this past weekend. Upon introductions and getting everyone polished up, hair combed, and tucked in... Maureen said "40 years ago today, I was stepping into my wedding dress". I had goosebumps.

I was instantly inspired. Here are my favorite images from their session.

Adorable Erica.

I've known Erica, since... forever. So when I was asked to photograph her to start up a modeling portfolio, I was happy to set it up! We did the initial session last year (see photo above), and when the modeling agencies got a hold of her, the phone was ringing off the hook! She called me nervously last week, to say that she was off to Asia for a modeling contract, and needed more images.

I was excited for her and again, glad to help her with more for her modeling portfolio! I wish her nothing but success and a wealth of worldly experiences! She is such a sweet gal, with such a good heart.... Good luck Erica, and don't forget about us when you're famous!!!

Bellies that Rock.

This post is all about Sheena and Trevor and their maternity session last week! I love so many of their images, that it truly is hard for me to decide which to post.

Something about tattoos and bellies and black and white, that I just find incredibly beautiful. Maybe its the stereo typing that commonly goes along with tattoos, being hard, being tough or rough... and then the soft, romantic light... the beautiful, magnificent power of a woman carrying a baby inside of her... and then the love that created the little one in the first place, protectively holding onto the belly.

Whatever it is about this shoot. I love it.

Monica and Caleb.

Monica and Caleb decided last minute to elope and be married in Mexico. I had the pleasure of photographing them when they returned home, before and at their reception with all of their family and friends at Oyster Bay Resorts in Campbell River. What a fun couple, full of laughs, love and amazing times ahead! Here are a few of my favorite images.