Vancouver Family Photographer blog
New babies are so exciting! And shopping for one is too. There’s no end of adorable onesies, blankets, soothers and stuffed animals. But, often, the most appreciated gifts are the ones for mom. Her world just turned upside down when that little baby was put into her arms. She’s full of emotions of love and […]
Every Fraser Valley Photographer knows that we have the best locations here for sessions. The mountain-scapes, lakes, rivers, ocean – we really have it all. I don’t spend much time in Chilliwack, as it’s an hour drive away, so I sought the advice of others when planning this family session. There were some amazing locations […]
Weddings are expensive. A quick Google search shows that the average Canadian wedding costs about $30,000. They don’t have to be so expensive – there many ways to cut costs, but your photographer shouldn’t be one of them. If you’re on Pinterest, you can find plenty of DIY projects that just take a bit of […]
This documentary style family session in Mission, BC brought me back to my days of learning photojournalism. The fly-on-the-wall style of photography allowed me to capture every day life for this sweet family. See the gallery here!
This past weekend Saturday was filled with sessions, and I kicked it off with a morning maternity session at Derby Reach Regional Park. I “met” Melissa over Instagram about a year and a half ago. I’m actually a little shocked with how often I say that recently and wonder if I would know anyone if […]
Babies aren’t tiny for long. Because they grow so quickly, a newborn photoshoot isn’t really one you can reschedule if you’re not happy with your photos. So I wanted to share today 5 must-haves for your lifestyle newborn session so can be confident you’ll have no regrets. 1. A New Outfit for Mom It seems […]
This was my third mommy and me session with Sasha since I started my business. If you follow me on Instagram, you’ve likely heard our story. In case you don’t I’ll tell it again here. Sasha is another local Maple Ridge photographer, and a very close friend. She’s generous, loyal and fun, supporting everyone around […]
I’m what I would call a shy extrovert. My chosen profession means I spend a lot of time talking to and meeting people I’ve never met before, and if I’m honest, I both love it and hate it. I love meeting new people and making new friends, but part of me is always terrified I […]
What is lifestyle newborn photography? You may be faced with this question when choosing a photographer for your session. Learn what makes lifestyle photography special here!
Each year my family goes on a 2-week camping trip to a gorgeous campsite on a beautiful, calm bay right next to a provincial park. There’s no reception in the campsite and no internet unless you walk to the office, so for these two weeks, we’re forced to unplug from social media, emails, text and […]
Let's Chat!
Get in touch to book a phone call below.
What can I expect from my photoshoot?
You want to find the perfect photographer for your family - one that will make your kids comfortable and capture all those expressions and moments that make your heart burst, without the frustration and stress usually associated with a photo shoot.
I help take care of every detail from helping select outfits, to directing you so your family doesn't feel awkward, and assisting in selecting the images that make your heart the happiest. My goal is to give you the stunning images you want of all your favourite parts of your beautiful life, make them into gorgeous artwork so you can enjoy them daily, and make it a fun and stress-free experience for the whole family!
