baja strolling

So I’m here again visiting my folks at their wonderful winter home in the Baja California, Mexico. I was in need of some time away to catch up on work and take a bit of time to unwind and focus on myself. This past summer and fall has been such a whirlwind and there’s also some pretty big life changes I’m going through right now. It feels great to be here …. everything is so simplified, calm and beautiful. I’ve been neglecting my blog so much to get all my 2011 couples their disks done which I’m very near completing… YAY!! Just thought it would be nice to post a quick update and a peak at some of the photos I took today on a walk with my gorgeous mom. We came across this old run down camper and then headed down to the beach…. I love the desert landscape so much and it just seems like everywhere I look is a perfect spot for photos. I would have given anything to have a bride by that old camper posing for me but thankfully my mom was nice enough to step in for a few quick ones. Hoping to be back on track with regular posts soon and I’m completely Jacked to have another busy year lined up with 25 more amazing couples!!

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Chelsea & Dave ❉ Calgary Wedding

Chelsea and Dave’s wedding took place on October 8th …… it was my last wedding within Canada of 2011 and WOW what an amazing way to Whine Down my wedding season. I Met Chelsea almost 2 years ago and instantly adored her laid back and care free attitude and as soon as I met Dave the day of their engagement photos I couldn’t get over how cute they were together and how big they made each other smile. The day of their wedding they both just had the hugest perma grin on the whole time. We did photos down around Eau Claire Market and had a ton of fun with the rubber boots Chelsea and the bridesmaids had brought along in case it started to rain. This couple keeps some pretty darn fun company and I really don’t think I stopped laughing the entire time during photos. The Ceremony was held at the Italian Club ….. such a great venue and unreal food. Yet again I had my buddy Drew of DRG photography helping out and also rocking out his ridiculously AWESOME photo booth throughout the night. So many crazy memories were made in that 10′ x 10′ area. Chelsea and Dave …. no words can describe how awesome you two are and how much fun I had being apart of your wedding. Thank you SO SO much for choosing me as your photographer….. HUGS!!

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Sarah & Graham ❉ Calgary Wedding

Sarah and Graham’s wedding took place on October 1st ….. a beautiful ceremony at the Lantern Community Church. I couldn’t get over how cool this church was….. full of wonderful character and quirkiness just like the couple. I was so excited for Sarah and Graham’s wedding since they had put so much thought into their engagement session I knew that there would be no shortage of awesomeness for their big day. Since it was supposed to rain we had a couple indoor locations planned for photos. First of a record shop in Inglewood which made for some of my all time favourite photos of my entire wedding season. We were a little worried about being denied access but who could ever say no to such a beautiful bride. Then it was off to a farmers market where we hit up a candy shop and some really cool wall paintings. The rain did hold off for most of the day but it was still quite chilly out ….. high fives to all the girls for sticking out the cold for the outdoor photos. Sarah’s black leather coat did make for a pretty sweet accessory too… ROCKER BRIDE!

The reception was SO cute!! Full of fresh colours and so many cute details. The couple is super keen on social media so they even had little birdies on the cake for a twitter salute. There was so much love listening to all the speeches and hearing so many great memories shared by their friends and families. Drew of DRG Photography was with me again helping out and we had the pleasure of sitting at the “Rowdy Table” So much fun!! This crowd definitely knew how the party ….. one of the hottest dance floors I’ve ever seen at at wedding which of course made for wicked photos. Sarah and Graham …. you guys are just amazing!! Your story of long distance romance should almost be a movie. I had a blast with you guys and I can’t say enough how happy I am that you had chosen me as your wedding photographer… much love and enjoy the preview!!

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Claudette & Nigel ❉ Calgary Wedding

Claudette and Nigel were married on September 24th …. perfect weather, laid back couple and a group of warm and welcoming friends and family, the whole day was just fabulous!! Everything took place at the Lougheed house downtown. This was my first time shooting there and I just adored this venue…. a beautiful old historical house surrounded by gardens. The flowers were still all in bloom too…. such a lovely romantic setting. I was with the girls getting ready at a hotel down town and Claudette was so chill, happy and all cute drinking her mimosas done up in curlers… and my second shooter for the day (Drew @ DRG Photography) was off hanging with the boys. Massive thanks to him for yet again rocking out another wedding with me. The ceremony was held outside then after an hour or so for photos we headed into the house for the reception. Such emotional speeches I had a really hard time not tearing up behind my camera …. I just adore this couple so much and seeing their friends and family go one about how amazing the 2 of them are was so beautiful. One of my favourite parts of the day was seeing Claudette’s hair go from a side bun, on to a side ponytail then all wild and crazy down for the dancing …. she just made one stunningly beautiful bride and her hair ended up matching and representing each part of the wedding.

Claudette and Nigel thank you again SO SO much for including me in your wonderful day and for all the support you’ve given me as well. You’ve both pimped me out so much and I appreciate it beyond words. Big HUGS to both of you and Enjoy your preview!! :)

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Amelie & Jonathan ❉ Calgary Engagement

For 2011 I was over the moon happy to have booked 2 destination weddings ….. Amelie and Jonathan are one of the 2 fabulous couples. Their wedding is taking place in Cuba in just a matter of weeks. Originally they weren’t going to do an engagement session so I was super excited when they changed their minds and came into Calgary for a shoot which gave me a chance to get to know them a lil’ before the wedding. Such an amazing couple ….. they pretty much look like supermodels together, they’re both funny and playful and obviously so in love with each other…. I really didn’t think I could be more excited for Cuba but after meeting them that excitement  jumped to a whole other level. Oh and just as a bonus to make me not sleep at night even more …. they’ve rented a red antique vehicle to use for the photos (DROOL). Amy and Jon …. you two are just the bees knees and I’m counting down the days to meet you both again SOON! We are going to have such an incredible time!!

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