Tanya & Mike

On Saturday we spent the day with Tanya and Mike as they made their vows to one another. Tanya is sister to Scott whom we photographed not too long ago when he was married to Magdiel. Omari hung out with the boys while I spent time with the girls in the morning. The ladies got their hair done at Zulu Hair in Leduc nice and early and the guys slept in a bit... The ceremony and reception were both held at the Best Western in Leduc and we came back into Edmonton to the Neil Crawford Center for the "formal" photos. Purple is Tanya's favorite color and you could see it added into everything throughout the day. The reception was wonderfully decorated and the food was great, especially the desserts just as Tanya predicted to me :)
Thank you to this great family for once again trusting in us to create wonderful photos for one of your members. It was wonderful to see everyone on Tanya's side and meet some new faces (Mike's side) as well.
Tanya and Mike have a very relaxing honeymoon and enjoy that sun for all of us!! See you soon to check out the rest of your photos - and better book about 3 hours to sit with me cause there are alot!
Here is the sneak peek - Tanya & Mike's Slideshow.

Another adorable couple.

I met with Jaycee and Bradley at the Citadel theatre this past weekend. We had a fun time finding nooks and crannys to shoot in. Jaycee is quite animated and very cute - I am sure we will have a bunch of fun at their wedding this summer. Bradley was a little quieter but I get the feeling that he's not that way around his friends... You could see alot of love between the two of them and I think I captured some of it :) Thanks for hanging out with me you guys - I'm looking forward to doing it again soon.

fun in the sun!

Last week I was lucky enough to be in Varadero, Cuba. The weather was fantastic for 5 out of the 7 days I was there. I totally enjoyed the white sand beach at Melia Las Antillas where I stayed. You can read my review of the hotel on Trip Advisor if they ever get around to posting the info...

This trip wasn't all R&R though - I did do a little work while I was there. I photographed a fashion shoot as well as a portrait session. I have the model release for the portrait session so I am excited to show a couple of their great pics here. Of course we did some sunset shots - I couldn't get enough of the beauty in the rays :) Here are a few of my favorite shots with Sonia and Olivier - they are such a cute couple it really wasn't hard to work with them in this fantastic setting. Thank you for your time guys it was a pleasure doing your first "formal" photos together!

Aren't they soo hot!

In Memory of Gabriel

Sometimes love lasts a moment,

Sometimes love lasts a lifetime,

Sometimes a moment is a lifetime.

-author unknown-

Last night I had the humbling experience to witness the short life of Gabriel. This was one of the most difficult photoshoots that I have done and yet Gabriel's time here didn't bring us alot of tears in his presence. While he was with us the room was filled with smiles and awe at the sweetness of this little man. He is already greatly missed because 2 hours is just not long enough to fill a lifetime of memories. Thank you to Gabriels parents for trusting me to document this very special time with their sweetheart.




This experience has made it possible for me to grow as a photographer and provide invaluable images to a wonderful family. Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep, a foundation I have been associated with for over a year now, is a place where families can connect with information to assist in the bereavement process. Through this foundation photographers, such as myself, volunteer time to assist people dealing with infant lose.

Cindy & Jason

Last weekend I had the opportunity to meet with Cindy and Jason. We took some really cute photos to celebrate their engagement. The Edmonton Legislative Building was the location of choice and they brought along their canine kid to include too. It was a little chilly outside but of course we had a great time, I liked how they packed a change of clothes to for 2 different looks. Thanks for including me in this special time Cindy and Jason, it was a pleasure!

This upcoming week I am on a last minute trip to Cuba. In preparation for the weddings coming up, I hope to get a little R&R while I'm there. Along with some shooting, I plan on taking a few strolls along the beach. I'll be sure to post some fabulous images when I return. I will have my cell with me and will also be checking my emails regularily if you need to contact me.