Okay One More Today - Aurora's Family Photographer

I have been searching for a good spider for a while and as it so happens my moms garden finally had one this year and she was HUGE. I am really quite afraid of spiders but I also find them fascinating! As I am processing today I had to show this lovely lady off. I think she will compliment the Pray mantis very well.

New Personal Work - York Region Photographer

Well the winter break is in full swing and it's New Years! The winter break is always a time when things slow down a bit and new creativity floods back in. I love the New Year because it is full of unknowns and possibilities which I find exciting. I always reflect on the past year and conspire what I can do to better business and personal life for the better.

So I hope you are looking forward to the New Year as much as I am. I know things may look a little bleak and on the rocks right now but hang tough new beginnings are a change from the same old same old and new challenges are on the horizon.

Here is some new work I have finally had the time to finish. As always these are always for purchase and can be found in their own private gallery with the password 'limited' (small caps only). Some details are always lost with web quality images and are especially true for these types of images as I can't display them large like they should be. The clarity simply isn’t seen here but if you like what you see but would like to see a print first hand I do have them here. The difference is out of this world!

These bottom 3 images were taken of the neatest flower I think I have ever seen. Brian Morris generously donated his last Passion Flower of the season to my artful causes (thank you so much Brian). This was the result. No folks there is no Photoshop here! Stunning colour. The last image is a secret but is from the same flower shoot. :)

More & More & More Babies! - York Regions Wedding and Family Photographer

I love love loved this little one! He was so cute and his eyes were electric (hard to see the detail in the small formate posted here)! I am finding it harder and harder to update my portfolio lately because there is always several from every session I absolutly adore so I will add the others here, LOL. :)

Family Portrait - Aurora's Family Portrait Specialist

These are from a holiday session with a great family! We always have so much fun.

New Additions to the Q & A

Some of you may have noticed a new section of the site for Q & A. This is for frequently asked questions and for questions you may be wondering about. Take a look but of coarse you can always ask questions no matter what!

Stay tuned for updated 2009 pricing coming soon!

New Mini Session - Newmarket/Aurora Portrait Photographer

I am offering a new mini session. Based on our economic times it doesn't mean we need to stop creating memories! The mini session will consist of 30miniutes of time with one backdrop option (white, Black or blue) in a studio setting. What is suitable for the mini session? This is perfect for 1 - 2 children. The session will be equally relaxed and fun and is the perfect option to capture your son or daughter. The cost is $75.00 and comes with a private online gallery for 20 days of viewing. There will be a limited number of 5 spots for these shoots each month so book your today!

Hillary House - Aurora Portrait Photographer

It sure was cold yesterday wasn't it? But it was warm inside the Hillary House. It was a quite day yesterday but in my quite spare time I got some still life work done around the house.

Order Deadline - York Regions Family Photographer

Hello to all of my daycare families. The deadline for print orders is due by tomorrow (Nov 17th, 2008) so get those orders in as this will be the last chance for the introductory offer. :)

And on that note here is another cutie which is another example of studio.

Interesting Imprint

So my husband opened the window blind tonight and as we where talking I was memorized by what I saw behind his head. Of coarse he is looking at me like WHAT (isn't that the worst thing when someone does that, LOL)! Well our window is distinctly marked with this image that looks like a bird. There are feather leavings on the lawn right under the window but isn't that crazy that it left this behind on the window.

New Children's School Portraits - Richmond Hill Child and Family Photographer

So I have recently received permission to use some photos of the children photographed at the daycare. Which in turn means examples for you of just what I am talking about!

I am so excited because I have wanted to do something like this for some time. Forgive me about being blunt but the old standard way of school portraits is so out for me they are dry and could be so much more! We all know how full of life children are and it would be nice to see that reflected in their portraits. So here are examples of just what can be created in either a free flowing environment or even in a traditional studio set up and hey if you like what you see tell your local daycare or school and lets start to change these portraits!

This is an example of studio. I am hoping to add more but still want to hear from a few of my fav's.

Remembrance Day

Here are some photo's from the Remembrance Day ceremony on Sunday.

Small World Update - Newmarket Family Photographer

Hello hello hello Parents of Small World! This pertains to the Richmond Hill (Stouffville Rd) location of Small World. The deadline has been expanded to November 17th as I know there were some issues so have no fear you have a few more days. :)

Bulldog Puppy Portrait Session - Newmarket Pet Photographer

When we picked up our new puppy I did portraits of the new puppies for our breeder at the same time. The brand new babies just below where 3 weeks old and it was so hard not to touch them they were adorable!

New Studio Friend - Newmarket Portrait Photographer

Yes that is correct we got a cute new puppy. She is such a lover and so welcoming whether you are human or another dog. Welcome Lyla our cute French Bulldog.

Family Portrait - GTA Family Photographer

I just LOVED working with this family we had so much fun and the light was stunning. I love this shot so I had to share. :)

Halloween - Newmarket Photographer

Hey everyone!

Ahhh Halloween week is finally here and I have to say it is my most favorite holiday of the year. It is so much fun and I love to check out all the new horror movies that are coming out.

These are some images I got last night at Aurora's Haunted Forest adventure. I covered it for the paper but these are some of the personal images I got. I LOVE Halloween!

Family Portrait - Newmarket Photographer

Hey everyone!

These are just 2 of a sneak preview from a family session I did this past weekend. The boys eyes are just so striking. Francine enjoy!

To The Small World Parents

Hello Everyone,

I would like to start by saying it was an absolute privilege to be able to photograph all of your beautiful children! I had a blast and I hope your children had fun as well.

Processing of your child’s are coming along very well and I am really looking forward to you all being able to see them. If at any time you have any questions what so ever please feel free to ask.

So far the Wednesday Pre School class is complete and I will be uploading them tomorrow to the galleries!

More to come soooooon. :)

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone I hope the turkey was fantastic. For me there is nothing like a fresh turkey and my mom’s good old stuffing. The smells and flavor really ring in the holiday season don't they? On top of visiting family this long weekend I was busy making images that I have been longing to make for some time. Here is a couple now more to come later, I have to run and make an apple pie for my inlaws. :)

Fall Pricing has officially launched!

The new fall pricing schedule is officially up and ready to view. Also Wedding have been updated for the new season so let me know if you are interested in viewing that price list! I have restructured the print pricing a bit and now ALL large wall prints are fine art archival quality which I am very excited about. Call me a geek but nothing beats prints on fine art paper and Glicee inks they will blow you away just you wait and see!

Now if you have yet to book what are you waiting for???? I know I know the economy is on everyone’s mind however it doesn’t mean we still can't capture incredible memories together. Stay tuned for some new images I can't wait to show them.

October Promotion!

A little present from me to you this beautiful fall season! Book your family/child portrait between now and November 30th and your session fee will be $100.00! Yup that is right your session fee for $100.00!

Flowers

So I have been working on this series of flowers for a while and they were for a special occasion.

Well now that occasion has passed I can now show them openly! These are available for sale and will be printed on fine art paper so that they will not fade or discolour for at least 100 years. Prints will come double matted and framed and will come in limited editions of 30 each signed and numberd. Sizes will start at 11 x 17 so if you are interested let me know and I will send over pricing or we can set up an appointment where you are more than welcome to come by and view prints first hand. :)

Beautiful Baby Boy

This was from a session I did a little while ago and I absolutely LOVE how they came out. Here are 2 from the session but there is also a tri series on my home introduction page and the 3 images in the Kids gallery. This was the first time this little boy had seen bubbles and the experience of being able to photograph someone’s first experience was absolutely incredible and I felt honored to be apart of that.

Random Babble

Okay so increasingly I am told that my portrait in the paper is not suiting of me at all, LOLOLOLOL. I know I look serious and some have even said a bit b$#%&y, that's okay I can fully laugh at myself, LOL. I call her my alter ego and to be honest I really do not photograph well when I smile. Hey man try taking a self portrait it's a tough thing to do, LOL.

But anyways I have made a promise to change it. My good friend David will be helping me out with it so hopefully he can do a better job, lol. Stay tuned for that update.

Also the Right To Dry T-Shirts will be happening soon contact me and let me know if you are interested in one. Part of the proceeds will be going to the Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust which I think is a huge deal to protect. I actually read in the paper yesterday that Newmarket's sliver may be sold to a builder!!!!!!!! Tisk tisk this should not even be an option that is entertained at all! Let’s keep our green space green for heaven sake!


Okay off my soap box now here is a Pray mantis I had the privilege f photographing over Labor Day weekend. I love these bugs!