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Christmas Sessions at the Cottage: What to Expect
October 04, 2021 - If the headline confuses you, I have an excellent reason to talk about the subject now as opposed to later. You can read...
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How to Get Kids Ready for Family Photoshoots
October 04, 2021 - As a parent myself, I know firsthand how it feels to try and get kids settled and comfortable, especially when it's pict...
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How to Dress for Fall Photoshoot Sessions
September 02, 2021 - The fresh smell of rain, the crisp crunch of leaves under your feet, the sight of orange and red trees...what's not to l...
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My Favourite Fall Photoshoot Locations
September 01, 2021 - Red and gold leaves, pumpkins, corn mazes—there's a lot to love about autumn here in the Lower Mainland. Each background...
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Cake Smash & Splash Photoshoot Tips for Great Results
August 04, 2021 - Has your life become blessed with the presence of a little one? Is your new bundle of joy now a whole year old? Why not...
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How to Dress Great in Your Upcoming Photoshoot
August 03, 2021 - Have you ever asked a photographer, "What should I wear?" and "How do I make myself/my family and I look good in these p...
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Memories You Should Absolutely Have in Your Photo Album
July 13, 2021 - Photo albums are a good reminder of how far we've come and to help not only ourselves, but also leave behind proof of yo...
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Creative Best Man & Bridesmaid Photo Ideas for Intimate Weddings
July 12, 2021 - Not every wedding taking place this year and beyond is going to be enormous or especially extravagant. Smaller, more int...
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How About a Backyard Photoshoot?
June 06, 2021 - Summer is on its way, and what better way to celebrate the warmer weather than by going outside? We've all been cooped u...
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What is Family Lifestyle Photography? (Plus Other Questions)
June 02, 2021 - Do you prefer a more candid approach to your family photos? Do you find the idea of sitting down and posing in front of...
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Creative Photoshoot Ideas to Announce a Pregnancy
May 07, 2021 - Sometimes May is truly the month of moms—in this case, I'm referring to brand new ones! Finding out you're pregnant is a...
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Tips for Family Members Who Hate Being Photographed
May 02, 2021 - Are you the odd duck in your family in that you can't stand the idea of being captured on film? Turns out, you're not al...
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Creative Ideas for a COVID-safe Graduation Photoshoot
April 26, 2021 - Are you a student who is going to graduate this year? One thing for sure is you're probably feeling uncertain about what...
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Fun Ideas for Mother's Day Mini Photo Sessions
April 19, 2021 - Want to get mom something extra special this year? Photographs are truly remarkable in that not only do they make for pr...
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7 Tips to Make the Best Out of Your Home Office Headshots
March 01, 2021 - Sometimes a brand refresh and new headshots are just what you need to jumpstart your career. A professionally photograph...
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Fun Valentine's Day Photo Session Ideas
February 02, 2021 - Love is more precious than ever now, no matter what your stage of life may currently be. With many changes happening pra...
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The Best Places to Take Pictures in the Tri-Cities Before Winter is Over
February 01, 2021 - Whatever the weather or the season may be, Vancouver BC's Tri-Cities have their own fair share of beautiful outdoor loca...
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How to Have Perfect Pictures in an Intimate Wedding
January 05, 2021 - Smaller weddings are becoming increasingly popular. This is mostly thanks to this new decade's most recent (and radical)...
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Photography Trends for 2021 to Consider for Your Next Session
January 04, 2021 - It's a new year and with it comes some new traditions...or rather, there are new traditions that were introduced last ye...
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My Favourite Photos from 2020 & Why (Plus My Hopes for 2021)
December 08, 2020 - What a year! I know for a fact that this was a tumultuous time for everyone involved. It goes without saying that no one...
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Positive Things 2020 Has Brought in Terms of Professional Photography
December 07, 2020 - Another year is almost gone...and wow, 2020 was quite something. I don't even think I need to tell you what happened; we...
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Why Photo Sessions Make the Best Gifts Ever
November 03, 2020 - Whether you're looking for the best birthday present this year or in need of ideas for the holiday season, shopping arou...
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Why Black and White Photos are Still a Great Idea
November 02, 2020 - When was the last time you looked at older photographs? If you look closely, can you see certain aspects that leap out a...
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How to Decide on a Theme for Photoshoots
October 07, 2020 - Sometimes the time is just right for a photoshoot! Whether you're trying to give someone an early birthday present or th...
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Why Plan for Christmas Family Photos in October?
October 06, 2020 - You may have seen this before: Christmas promotions in October. October! Right before Halloween!
Did you know there are...
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Why to Get School Photos Taken with the Whole Family
September 01, 2020 - School is definitely looking different for students and their families this year. Homeschooling and online learning prog...
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5 Creative Places To Do a Summer Photoshoot
August 04, 2020 - The sun is shining, the breeze is hot, the A/C is on...it's summer, all right. This is a prime time of the year when fam...
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Why It's More than Okay to Have Real Photos from a Session
August 02, 2020 - Sometimes, reality bites—life can not only be wonderful, it can also be tough for even the best of us. We all have bad d...
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Best Family Beach Photo Ideas
July 06, 2020 - It’s summer by the time this article is written, and I’m positive you and your family have been aching to get outside fo...
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Tips on Social Distancing Summer Family Photos
July 03, 2020 - Summer is finally in full swing, and so many people I know couldn’t be happier. Many families are finally coming outside...
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Why You Should Hire a Photographer for Group Grad Photos
June 22, 2020 - Congratulations, classes of 2020! If you’re graduating this year, naturally you must be feeling a whole tangle of emotio...
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Why You Should Have a Mother’s Day Photoshoot
April 23, 2020 - Mother’s Day is just around the corner. If you have time, why not consider giving mom the gift of photography this year?...
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7 Ideas of How to Pose with Flowers
March 11, 2020 - Deciding to be bold and different with your spring photoshoot? How about flowers? Many think a picture with flowers must...
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What to Wear for Springtime Photo Sessions
March 10, 2020 - So you’ve booked a springtime photo session! That’s great! Naturally you’re probably wondering what to wear and how you...
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My Favourite Spots for Cherry Tree Family Photo Sessions in Vancouver
March 09, 2020 - Cherry trees are my favourite thing to photograph in this season! The colour of a cherry tree’s blossoms are so vibrant...
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Valentine’s Day Photo Ideas that Don’t Have to Include Romance
February 07, 2020 - February is the month of love! However you feel about Valentine’s Day, there’s no denying that it has an effect on every...
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5 Reasons to Get Valentine’s Day Photos Taken
February 01, 2020 - Valentine’s Day is a funny sort of holiday; it’s looked upon with both great affection and great displeasure. Some get w...
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Outdoors or Indoors? Pros & Cons of Each for Headshot Photos
January 17, 2020 - Headshot photos are meant to make a statement. Not only do they show people a picture of you, but also they reveal your...
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The Top 5 Reasons to Get Headshot Photos Taken in January
January 06, 2020 - January is usually considered to be a pretty quiet and even gloomy month. The holiday decorations are taken down and put...
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Why You Need to Create a Family Photo Album this Year
January 03, 2020 - With all of the busy things life keeps throwing our way, it can be refreshing to slow down and reflect on those beautifu...
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Holiday Events You Should Get Professional Photos Taken Of
December 12, 2019 - No matter what event you are celebrating, some holiday events are worth capturing professional photos of. They make grea...
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Why Photo Sessions Make the Best Gifts Ever
December 06, 2019 - It’s the season of giving! While there’s nothing quite like a pile of presents under the tree, nowadays more and more fa...
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5 Reasons to Get Christmas Family Photos Taken Every Year
December 03, 2019 - I love this time of the year. There’s something almost magical about snow, twinkling Christmas lights in the evening, an...
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10 Things You Can Do for Your Portrait Photo Session
November 23, 2019 - At some point in your life you may need to have a professional photograph taken, whether it be for your business, as a g...
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Why You Absolutely Need a Professional Photographer for Your Milestone Event
November 14, 2019 - Some milestones are so significant you can never get them back. Sure, everyone has a birthday to celebrate, and who does...
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Why Telling a Story in the Photos I Take Matters So Much to Me
November 01, 2019 - Everyone has their story to tell. Everyone. Photographs are an incredible way to share touching and meaningful stories t...
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Lifestyle Sessions vs. Headshots: What’s the Difference?
September 11, 2019 - With the rise of casual business photos and social media in this digital age, how you present yourself as a professional...
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Benefits of Monthly Installments for Photo Sessions
September 09, 2019 - You may have noticed by now that I have introduced a brand new set of rates for professional photography on my website,...
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5 Reasons for Getting Professional Headshots
August 30, 2019 - When one thinks of headshots, one thinks of an aspiring actor looking for their big break. This isn’t necessarily the ca...
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What to Know About Artificial Vs. Natural Light in Photography
August 26, 2019 - When it comes to professional photography, I’ve established that lighting is important (if you need a refresher course f...
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The Importance of Lighting in Professional Photography
July 30, 2019 - Have you ever taken a photo on your phone’s camera and then look at it later? You may be wondering why some of your phon...
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My Top 5 Locations for Summer Photoshoots
July 16, 2019 - Summer is a wonderful season of the year when it comes to photographs! It is a season filled with ice cream cones, a whi...
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