The Bride and Me

I just finished editing the photos from Karen and Jason's amazing Gibson Centre wedding and I came across a photo I completely forgot about! I had to share it becuase I love that the Matron of Honour asked if she could take a photo of me and the Bride.

Karen is one of those Brides....no, one of those people, you instantly like. She's fun and bubbly....my kind of girl. And she was radiant with love, beauty and fun and happiness on her wedding day.

So, before I post photos from her wedding, here's one me and the gorgeous bride.

John Linkert Salon

I've raved about John Linkert for years....to everyone! Literally! John is one of the most talented hairstylists/make-up artists out there and I was so happy when he took the leap and went out on his own.

John is in the process of launching his new website johnlinkert.com. When it's up and running I'll make sure I post a link to his site. You HAVE to see his work...and better yet, experience it yourself. He is seriously a genius.

Ok, enough gushing for now. Here are some shots I took a few weeks ago of Jennifer and Courtney that John will be using on his site. I'm totally loving the wild curls!

PS.....I should also give a shout out to Jacinthe Pilon for designing my amazing new watermark and logo. LOVING IT!

Melanie + Dale = Baby!

There is nothing more exciting than waiting for your baby to arrive. There's the anxiety, the thrill, the wonder of the unknown.

And then there is your body that suddenly belongs to someone else. While Melanie may have a little person growing in her belly....she is certainly blessed with still being beautiful while being pregnant ( a luxury I definitely didn't have).

Melanie and Dale met me one foggy morning at Wasaga Beach to show off her gorgeous baby bump in the sand and the water. Melanie had absolutely no hestitations and even took her top off for a beautiful photo in the water. I loved it! Be proud of what your body is doing!

Melanie and Dale are expecting their first bundle of joy in August and have left the gender as a surprise. I can't wait to meet this little person!

Guys, you are going to love every moment of being parents. Even the puking and getting peed on isn't so bad!

Theresa and Brad in love!

I've said it before. I'll say it again. I love people in love. I love how couples interact with each other when they're in love. I love the looks, the gazes, the laughs. I love it all.

When I met with Theresa and Brad last week to shoot their engagement photos, I could feel that this couple was more than just in love....they actually like each other. I mean, they like hanging around each other, and they act like they're really good friends. Call me crazy, but I think that's one of the secrets to a long and happy life together. You can love each other, but do you really LIKE each other? Do you like this person enough to spend your old days together? I think Brad and Theresa will.

How did I see this? They laughed a lot. They helped each other through wheat fields, hay bales...you name it. They joked a lot too....but when I asked them to kiss.....you could feel it was genuine. I love that!

We took to the fields of Theresa's parents' farm ( the same place they are getting married) and captured some fantastic moments of this beautiful couple. I am so super excited about their wedding next weekend!!

Wow, I really wrote a lot today! Enjoy!

Chrissy and Brooks are Married!

The forecast was calling for thunderstorms all day, and for most of the morning, it looked like it was going to pour. But the weather Gods were in a wedding mood as they pushed the clouds away and allowed the sun to shine over Port Severn so Chrissy and Brooks could be married.

It was a special treat for me to be a second shooter at this wedding at the Inn at Christie's Mill. It's something I've never done before, but for once I got to capture things I might not be able to if I was on my own.

The Inn was gorgeous, the Groom was nervously handsome and the Bride was Stunning. Stunning! Can't tell you enough! I loved the energy of this wedding. They made it a weekend at the Inn, going to the spa, relaxing together by the water and getting their party on after the wedding!

Here are some of the photos I shot at the wedding. I was in charge of shooting the groomsmen, so I apologize for the lack of bridesmaids and Bride shots. But it was definitely a lot of fun!

I don't know if I've ever seen Jennelle and Bradon serious with each other. In the time I've come to know this couple it's always Brandon giving jabs to Jennelle, making fun and just plain goofing around. Jennelle smiles at his jokes, never taking it serious. I love it when people have fun with each other.

On their wedding day I got to see a side them that really touched me. Brandon, the big guy he is cried when he saw his bride walking down the aisle on her father's arm. He cried when she read a poem she wrote for him and he beamed with pride as he danced with her to Brad Paisley's "Little Moments."

Being a part of this wedding was like being part of the biggest party ever. The dance floor was rarely left empty, everyone hugging and laughing.....Bride and Groom included.

Here are some of my favourite shots from the night......All the best to you Jennelle and Brandon!

Welcome to the World Baby William

He was born just one week ago but the world now revolves this sweet little William. You can see the pride in faces of his parents...so proud of this little eight pound wonder.

I was so excited when Amanda and Jon asked me to come and take photos of their little guy so soon after his birth. It brought back so many memories of when Cooper was that little (well, he was always over 8 pounds, but you know what I mean).

There are so many great shots from this shoot, but here's a sneak peek of the sweetest little guy around....William.