It’s no secret. I love hockey and I love kids so when a wonderful client of mine asked me to support “Relive the Moment” it was a bit of a no brainer!

“The 1972 Canada-Russia Summit Series was a defining moment in Canada’s history. Paul Henderson’s goal brought Canada together in one the nation’s greatest hockey broadcast moments ever. This once-in-a-lifetime event will bring together more than 500 people from the worlds of sports, politics and business to relive the moments with Paul Henderson and Ron Ellis.” (www.ottawa72.com)

Video Credit: Heritage Hockey

I have heard the stories of this moment all my life and it’s kind of neat to see it on video…however seeing them play hockey without helmets still kinda freaks me out! I can’t believe goalies used to play without face masks…crazy cakes…but I digress!

“This event brings together two great hockey legends for the benefit disadvantaged children and youth in both Canada and Russia through Christie Lake Kids and iOrphan Canada. Take part in both silent and live auctions throughout the evening for the rare and special opportunities to bid on and acquire unique pieces of hockey memorabilia and other valuable items.” (www.ottawa72.com)

I believe there are still tickets for sale, so if you, too, would like to support this event, please go to www.ottawa72.com or HERE to purchase tickets directly! AND, don’t forget to bid on my item! A full family session + digital files + proofs + and 11×14! A smokin’ great deal while supporting two very worthy causes!

Shona xo

One from my 365 that I just couldn’t resist to share today…

Shona xo

Another week and so many great things to document…Love photographing it all. Some of it may not look like much to the average on looker, but so much meaning to me. And I guess that’s what counts right?

Jan 29 Grace
Jan 30 Sisterly Advice – Little man was sad about our pending move, but it helped to talk to his big sister.
Jan 31 Him – Love him. Pure and simple.
Feb 1 Superstore – field trip and making pizza’s…yummy!
Feb 2 Old School – they found my books on tape from when I was a teacher…too funny as they thought they could watch them!!
Feb 3 Cars & Football – He was resteless so made up a car game while we watched the Superbowl.
Feb 4 Cracked – It was sooooo cold skating on the canal, but it was awesome!

Shona xo

2013 is proving to be an exciting and busy year! My spring is rapidly booking up thanks to you, my wonderful clients, and your loyal support. THANK YOU! However, it is also going to be a BIG year of change. Change for both my family and my business. One that I am excited about, but exhausted thinking about at the same time….

What’s the scoop you ask? Well, we’re moving…A move that will take us over 2,000 km away. Yep. We’re on the road back to Alberta. Wowsers, huh? It’s taken me a few days to lift my jaw off the floor too… However, while I’m dreading all that has to be done and saying goodbye to friends, family and a city that I call home, I am excited for the chance to try new things, make new friends and photograph new places.

So what does this mean for you? Rest assured, all sessions that have been booked are safe and sound and will be completed prior to our move this summer. As for the rest of you? Now’s your chance to book a session before I’m hitchin’ up the wagon to go west. I will have limited availability between now and the end of June, so if you are at all interested, please let me know as soon as possible.

Since I can’t do a post without pictures, here’s *just a few* of my favourite images from 2012…so many more I could have included and my apologies if you were left out!

AND, if you have any inside scoop on Edmonton – things to do, restaurants, family stuff etc., leave a comment! I’ll take any help I can get adjusting 🙂 Or, if you know anyone in Edmonton and the surrounding area(s) that might be interested in my photography, I would be forever grateful for your referral!

Thank you!!
Shona

Another exciting week has FLOWN by. Honestly, I can’t believe that January is at a close and that I’ve actually stuck to AND enjoyed this personal photography project. I’m really trying to capture the everyday moments with my children (as they are so fleeting through childhood) and do a little bit of fun photography for me while I’m at it.

Jan 22 Ice, Ice, Baby – yup, he’ll freeze ANYTHING in the freezer now…
Jan 23 Dodo – the calm before the storm as little man got the stomach bug, again!
Jan 24 Geography – macro of a pointsetta leaf
Jan 25 3,2,1 Let ’em Rip! He loves his Beyblades!!!
Jan 26 Homework – doing homework on the phone with a friend for the first time…
Jan 27 Cold Toes – warming their feet by the fire at the cottage
Jan 28 MacSkimming – outdoor ed and snowshoeing fun with the grade 3s.

I hope you’re enjoying the project as much as I am!
Shona xo

I so enjoyed meeting and photographing this absolutely beautiful family. We hung out and took some every day lifestyle type images and then we moved to a beautiful little natural area to take some great portraits.

Aren’t they gorgeous!?!
Shona xo

You might remember this beautiful family from June’s Birthday and I was delighted that they wanted me to photograph them again this fall. What amazed me was how much their wee girl had changed developmentally in the 6 months since I had last photographed her. She had a vocabulary explosion and she was so much more interactive. It was so neat to see! I am so honoured to be able to see my clients grow, change and add to their families. It’s pretty cool, I gotta say!

Shona xo

ps I’m always envious of what Mom’s wearing…so stylin’ 😉

This GORGEOUS family got out of the car and I think my jaw dropped! Could they be any cuter? Wowsers!

Thank you for making it all the way to the East End of Ottawa for your family portraits this year!

Shona xo

Goes to…drum roll please…These 3 cute cousins! I am always amazed at Mom’s flair in dressing these kids for our photo sessions. But don’t get me wrong! All of my mini session clients did a great job of putting together outfits that coordinated, but didn’t look like they were trying to coordinate. It.was.awesome! Glad to see they’re following my advice and reading the info I give out ahead of time 😉 It makes my heart happy!

Oh! And these darlin’s are some of my very first clients! It’s hard to believe that was 3 years ago and they’ve changed so much! Thank you for coming back and supporting me every step of the way!

Shona xo

This family is so lovely! They all go to our children’s school and they are just a sweet bunch. What a good looking group to photograph, don’t ya think??

A little birdy even came and landed on Dad’s hand…He must have been channelling his inner Snow White 😉

Shona
xo