Wednesday, September 29, 2010

What's Happening

I love it when people ask me, "Are you busy?"  The answer is YES and I LOVE IT!  This fall is moving along very quickly with Fall Family Portrait Sessions, preparing beautiful wedding books and of course getting outside in this cool but somewhat rainy weather.  Upcoming ventures include:
  • Oct 7-11  Denver, Colorado - Photographing the wedding of Brittany Brayman at the Lumber Baron.
  • Oct 18     Rideau Hall, Ottawa - Photographing the Governor General Awards in Comemoration of the        Persons Case.
  • Nov 3-8  Columbus, North Carolina - Instructor in the EPNet Fall Workshop in the Carolina Foothills.

Front Cover Material

Working closely with Cheryl Tataryn of Equine Canada, I had the opportunity to photograph the cover of the book that is going to be showcased at the World Equestrian Games in Kentucky taking place at the moment.   Ian Milar's stable, Millarbrook outside of Perth ON. was the site where we photographed a bridle from every discipline competing for Canada at the games.  Inside, each discipline was explained and images of competitors and horses were included.  The bridle of each discipline connected the information with the cover.

Thanks to the great work of Cheryl and her art director, this book is being nominated for National Awards.  How fun to realize that my imags grace the cover and body of over 5,000 books that will be distributed at WEG. 

Kentucky Bound

Jill Henselwood is off to represent Canada at WEG (World Equestrian Games - Kentucky).  At the moment she is riding as an alternate and will ride in the first two classes of show jumping, after which the team will be finalized.
She and her groom Jessica came to have their photos updated for Equine Canada.  With all of the organizational matters running around in these two heads, it's amazing how relaxed and comfortable they were in front of the camera.

Hands of Love

Every couple has a uniqueness, a quality that makes them stand out.  For Darcie and Bill it is the tender thoughtfulness that they show to each other.  And now, that beautiful care and love is going to be extended to their first child.  I couldn't help but feel a warmth and happiness for this couple as they held the little pink booties that had been knit for their little one to come.

Sunday, September 26, 2010

This little pig went to market ...

This little pig went to market and oh boy was it fun.  The Kemptville Kinsmen Farmers' Market hosted a "taster's delight" as local chefs  paired with vendors of the market to create mouth watering and eye pleasing samples.  Individuals purchased their "plate" for $10 which allowed them to sample exquisite cuisine from 12:00-4:00.  The popular plates SOLD OUT rapidly, but the majority of the vendors had samples so that no-one was left without.

What a great idea to promote local producers, local restaurants and most importantly a pride in our community.  Walking around, visiting with friends and enjoying the treats made for a great outing.

And the little pig who stayed home - well he got NONE.  For information on the market and the excellent vendors, click on Kemptville Kinsmen Farmers' Market. 

 To view a slide show on the market, click on This little pig ...

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Tuesday, September 14, 2010

A Perfect Day For A Wedding

Colleen and Michael enjoyed exceptional good weather as they celebrated their love with family and friends.  Every wedding is unique and on this day the closeness of family and the importance of the church was evident.  Michael's great great grandfather had given the land for the church to be built and succeeding generations have kept that love of the church alive in supportive roles.

Colleen had a special way of keeping those members of both families who had passed on in her thoughts on this glorious day.  Her bouquet had delicate pictures of each member attached with ribbon .  As she walked down the aisle on her father's arm, the love and presence of those passed on, walked with her.

The opportunity to be part of such loving families on such a momentous day is truly a blessing of my profession.  To view all of the images of this wedding, click on WEDDING
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Thursday, September 9, 2010

Warriors Elite Camp

Warriors Basketball Association held an elite camp for competitive girls eleven to thirteen years.  Guest coaches were Stephanie Mackie, Dallas Hawkins and Katja Desormeaux.  New drills and skills were introduced to help the girls prepare for the upcoming competitive season.