Well, we have almost survived the first week of school…Little Miss is enjoying Grade 2 (crazy for me as that’s a grade I used to teach!) and Mr. Man is in JK. It’s staggered entry (much to his dismay and chagrin). He had a meet-the-teacher on his first day, goes once with a small group next week and then starts full time on the 20th. It’s hard to believe summer is winding down and that both my babies are at the same school…where does the time go? Oh well, we certainly can’t complain about our summer with it’s AMAZING weather, playing tourist in our town, umpteen visits to my in-laws cottage, a trip abroad, camping in New York State and play dates with friends…whew! Time to get down to business!!
Enjoy the updated shots of the kiddies and enjoy this beautiful Friday!
TGIF!
Shona xo
How lucky am I? When I moved to Ottawa I was blessed to meet some amazing photographers who have now become wonderful friends! Christine of Love Bunny Photography, Jennifer of Jennifer Bailey Photography and I decided to do a session swap of sorts in July, but we had to cancel due to extreme heat…This was definitely a first for all of us as that has NEVER happened before! Sunday night was a little dodgy weather wise with huge black clouds and a bit of thunder looming, but we got ‘er done and enjoyed a great bbq after! Thank you so much ladies for the incredible images and better yet, the fantastic laughter 🙂
Christine’s gorgeous family:
And Jennifer’s sweet family of 6:
Till next time!
Shona xox
And back…When this Mom contacted me about a family session while they were in town we talked about our favourite children’s books. This precious book struck a chord with us both and inspired one of my favourite family shoots of all time 🙂
Aren’t they gorgeous!?!
Shona xox
I have to say this has been the.most.gorgeous. summer! Because of that, I have been a rotten blogger! I have quite the backlog to post! But before I do, enjoy a few gorgeous images from a recent session with a lovely family I had the pleasure of meeting and photographing.
a·dor·a·ble Adjective /əˈdôrəbəl/
Inspiring great affection; delightful; charming
Need I say more?
Now if this doesn’t make you smile on a Monday morning, you’re a grinch 🙂
Shona xox
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Well, I guess I can’t really long for summer anymore as we’ve had a week of gorgeous weather! I know many members of my family are thrilled that it has cooled down, but me, not so much…I love the heat (except if I have to run in it!!) and summer is so stinkin’ short in Ottawa, you have to enjoy those jacket-less days! Besides, I love closing my eyes and dreaming that I can smell the ocean on some fabulous beach!
Alas I’m not, but it brings me to today’s post! A little walk down memory lane to the, um, okay, last century (ha!) when I was in Hawaii…take particular note of the dress I’m wearing!
My Dad had THE cheesiest mustache, but I was told it was cool at the time…sure Dad, sure…
Flash forward to last summer, and here’s my lil’ bug in the same dress in Parksville, BC. Cool, huh? As soon as she put the dress on and the light was beautiful I knew I had to do a session with her!
FYI: She’s “calling mermaids” in the picture with her arms up…3rd summer she’s tried to see one with no avail 😉
My son is a little less amicable in the photography department, so here’s some of my surfer dude doing some dry land training…that’s about as far as he got! 🙂
Enjoy your weekend, enjoy the sun and enjoy your family!!
Shona xox
This wee girl was amazing at the Pinkle Toes workshop. She modeled for half the group and I don’t think I heard a peep out of her! Nothing phased her…not cameras, strange people, clothes changes etc. Amazing!! She also has a healthy appetite for pearls and grass…interesting combo, I’d say 😉
I’ll let the pictures speak for themselves!
Until next time!
Shona xo
Day 2 was just as amazing as the first! Michele is a master at not only finding light, but finding quality light and using it to her advantage. We were lucky enough to watch her do this at an in-home family session with an adorable wee girl and her Mom & Dad. These guys were great and I may, just may, have snuck a cuddle or two from said baby…sooo cute! We had our chance to practice a bit too and then we got to giggle at Michele because she had a certain garlicky aroma from shooting in their very cool wild garlic back yard. 🙂
And now I get to name drop! After we ate at Walton’s in downtown Austin…owned by Ms. Sandra Bullock. It was a charming bistro type restaurant that also sports a flower shop. AND, the best.sandwiches.ever! Check it out!
More to come later!
Shona xox
Well, I’m giving it a whirl again…I know you’ve seen this photo recently, but thought I would include it in the “RED” challenge for iheartfaces since I love it so much!
As an update, Jade had a long surgery on Friday and is recovering. Hopefully they’ll have some answers soon and will know what the next big step is. If you’re confused about what I’m talking about, you can see her posts here and here.
Wish me luck!
Here are a few more from Jade’s session. So much fun and variety!
I love this image because it speaks volumes….it’s raw and it’s pure.
My other favourite b&w from the session is this fun one…I tell you, clients have the coolest things for me to play with!
But who can’t help, but love an image of sisters?
Or the love that a mother has for her child…and like wise. This is one tough family and I am proud to know them!
Jade heads in for another biopsy soon and then maybe some answers as to when the “big surgery” will take place…here’s hoping!
Shona xox