Fall Family Mini Sessions

Fall is absolutely my favorite time to do photos.  The colors and leaves are incredible, the clothes are fantastic and so much fun, and the light and weather is perfect!

It is also my busiest season.  We never really know how long the leaves are going to last and how yellow they will turn.  Last year we totally lucked out and got a longer week of amazing leaves.

I'm sure these sessions will fill up extremely quickly so CONTACT me to book your session.

Why I chose to hire a graphic artist

Guess what.....so you all must think because of my photo's I'm this super creative artistic individual.  When it comes to my photos YES! When it comes to graphics stuff....NO!

I ran into a friend that I hadn't seen in years.  She mentioned she was now doing graphic design.  She came over one evening for a glass of wine after we both got our kids down and we got to chatting.  I knew right there I needed her on my team.  This is when I chose to hire Katherine Wilkinson Design

I would spend many hours trying to put together newborn announcements or Christmas cards, and not absolutely love them.  Photography is my forte not graphics!  

I figured I would test this out before commiting too much.  She did a couple advertisements for me with absolutely no guidance.  I said here is the info....run with it!

Literally when I got her emails I laughed out loud at what I had attempted myself, and what she had come up with.  I knew from this point on I would not attempt any more graphics stuff!!!  

She does it all for me now.  I don't even attempt it.  I simply send her a photo and she sends me something back.  It's brilliant!  When you find someone who makes your business better its a wonderful feeling.

My plan was to launch a new website and rebrand for 2014.  This was a big step as I had spent 6 months trying to figure out and make my own website which clients said was great.  However I knew I wanted better!  Then came my new cards and postcards in the mean time while she worked long hard hours on my new website.

Then....came the time to launch my new website www.urbanimages.ca and the feedback was amazing.  Clients were sharing and linking my website and business and referals kept coming in.  

Katherine! You made my life so much easier and my clients are thrilled.  This was the best step I took in growing my business.

Check out her work and seriously I cannot say enough great things about her.

Katherine Wilkinson Design

In Studio Special

After a busy month of holidays and a big move into a new home.....I am finally settled.  The new studio is set up.  In excitement of this I will be offering a special to my clients on In Studio Special.

This special is for all sessions booked before July 31st, 2014 so don't delay.  

Book Today.

Newborn Sessions are definately a challenge

Recently i've had numerous people asking about newborn sessions and what they involve.  I would like to take this moment to tell you.....they are never easy!  They are definately my most challenging thing to photograph.

So many people absolutely have no clue what to expect when they bring their new little bundles of joy to me.  So here is a few little pointers.

First off....I usually want them in my studio within the first week.  Yes, sometimes that doesn't always happen, however I always try my best.  The reason they are best photographed within the first week is that they are moldable.  They are soft and bendy and not as strong.  They are easier as well because they sleep more.  After that first week this all becomes so much more challenging.

Secondly,  be prepared for a mess.  Most first time parents are so uncomfortable.  As many of you who have already had me photograph their newborns you are probably laughing now.  Many people and props get peed or pooped on.  Usually it's the parents that panic, so I always warn my clients if it doesn't happen I will be shocked.  It also doesn't help that I tend to have parents feed them a lot to make them sleepier.

Finally, as a photographer I have to stay calm and patient.  Newborns unfortunately don't understand. If only I could explain what I needed of them. It just isn't that easy.  Many parents start to get frustrated if their newborns aren't sleeping or aren't settling.  This is why I am patient.  It takes time.  There is no need to stress or worry.  I work with your little one.  Sometimes they don't want to do what we have planned however that doesn't matter.  We play it all by ear and change things up.

If you are interested in booking your newborn session with me please CONTACT me, even if you just have questions to ask regarding a session.

Family Mini Sessions - July 26th.

Have you been thinking about updating your family photos?  Has it been too long since the last time your family moments were captured?  This date is the perfect opportunity for you to save a lot of money while still getting those wonderful new family photos.

I don't often do mini sessions anymore because I'm extremely booked with full sessions.  However I do love to make my photography affordable so everyone can take advantage of my services.  

ONLY $175 

July 26th.  

Includes 20 minutes and 10 edited photos.

If you are interested in booking a session please CONTACT me!

The Blue Book Bake Shop

I could not wait to post a blog about the The Blue Book Bake Shop.  I have known England for years through his wife.  Ashley is also another Photographer.  He always amazes me with his mad baking skills.  I never have to explain what I want.  I trust him to go to town.

I have partnered with them to do all my baking for my cakesmash sessions.  They continue to come up with unique and creative ideas while still keeping it cost effective for my clients.  Seems like the perfect balance.  Everyone who I have ever refered is always blown away.

Here are a few samples that they have personally done for me.  *warning do not read if you are hungry.

These cupcakes were for my sons 2nd birthday. Beach Theme Cupcakes for a special little man! 3 different flavours of cupcakes: Strawberry, Key Lime and Gluten Free Red Velvet all with Cream Cheese Icing and a fondant beach and turtle.

Rock and Roll themed cake impressed absolutely everyone! 

I ordered my mom's wedding cake through them and could it not be the absolute best looking cake for a vintage wedding EVER!!!

Be sure to contact them for any of your custom baking needs.  I promise you wont be disapointed. 

https://www.facebook.com/TheBlueBookBakeShop

Happy Father's Days

Today is such an important day.  We need to thank all the men who help to raise us all in this world.  Whether it's your dad or just a male in your life who really makes you a better person, we all need to take a moment to be thankful.

Happy Father's Day.....to all those men who continue to help raise children in a positive way.  Who put time and effort into showing their children they truly care.  This is my moment to say thank you.


Here are some of my favorite Daddy Moments!

"Anyone can be a father but it takes someone special to be a daddy"