Waterloo Family Photographer - TimeHop

Hey everyone, just wanted to share one of my favourite apps!  I love using timehop (Google Play or itunes) because every day, I can look back at the pictures I've taken or the posts I made on social media.  You link your social accounts and then each day (ie Mar 7) it will show you everything you did on March 7th 1 year ago, 2 years ago, 3 years ago and so on.  It's pretty funny to see what I was up to 9 years ago!!

It brings a little piece of nostalgia into my morning when I'm checking up on everything.

Here's a little sneak into my Mar 7th.

Waterloo Family Photographer. Not so long ago

It wasn't so long ago that: you needed to lower them into the crib, their hair was all fluffy, those little socks were always slipping off,  you taught them to smoosh their first birthday cake, they smiled with just 1 tooth in their mouth, you watched them take their first step, you got to buy them those cute little baby shoes, But there are so many more memories to make, right ... right?

Seriously - where does the time go?  Enjoy these photos from the same family only a few short years apart.

2013

2014

 2016

How quickly it seems to go, right?!?!

KW Family Photographer. They're getting so big

Has it happened to you too?  Did your babies all of a sudden turn into kids, and your kids turn into independent people in the blink of an eye?  Me too.  How did this happen?  Why do I feel like I missed something?

I was recently reviewing some of the content on my website and a video I created for clients to get to know me better still hits home.  And seriously hits home.  At the time I made this video my youngest was still saying "I wuv you" and well, now... not so much with the cute toddler voice. 

Sheesh...I can't even tell you how quick that felt.

What is your favourite thing your kids do right now, that you know won't last forever?

KW Birth Photographer. What an amazing experience

In the spring I met up with a good friend at a baby show I was attending.  I like to make connections with new moms and also others in the industry.  She was expecting her second and was telling me her plans for a home birth.

I lit up!

I have been really wanting to photograph a home birth for some time - just to see what it was like and whether it was a good fit for me, my family and my business. Plus Natasha knew that I hadn't done it before and we were both on the same page about scheduling and the fact that she has babies like I do - in about an hour or 2.

One beautiful June morning, I got a text from her.  I had just enough time to drop the kids off at school, head over to her place and capture this amazing experience.  I bawled when little Natalie was born and stared at this woman who, to me, was so beautiful and courageous in that moment.  I could go on forever about how wonderful this was, but I'd rather share the images with you.  Please enjoy.

Also, for privacy I have not included any images of the actual birth - I've decided to keep those especially for the family to enjoy.

Welcome to the world Natalie!!

Elmira Family Photographer. Family and Fun

I love summer!!! Seriously these warm, glowey summer nights are just what I need.  I photographed this family earlier this summer and it was such a fun session.  We ran around, played soccer and just plain had fun.  And I got up close and personal with their beloved dog.

And their wall design - wow!!  I can't wait to see this in their brand new kitchen (currently under renovations). 

Sarah and Steve,  Thank you so much for inviting me to photograph your wonderful family.  These are truly what real families are made of.  Please enjoy a few of my favourites.

Waterloo Family Photographer. Who likes to have some fun?

This family chose a friends farm location in Bamberg for their family photos.  I think it's safe to say that someone likes to have fun, right?

Family Gallery Wall Design. Waterloo Family Photographer

My absolute favourite part of my "job" is creating and seeing art up on the walls.  It is so very important to our children to see them selves hugging & cuddling together with their family.  This is the reason that I'm so passionate about getting images off the hard-drive and devices and onto the walls!  Here are some of my favourites designs of 2015.

Mississauga Family Portraits. Credit River photography

Can I say how much I love working with this family.  Their kind, friendly and pretty much awesome.  When they asked if I would meet them at their home in Mississauga for our session at the Credit River, I couldn't say no.  It was such a beautiful location and even though we had to avoid a few friendly dogs, the images turned out beautifully.  Didn't Anna do a great job with everyone's clothing?  She really has an eye for coordinating everyone so beautifully.


Anna and Wilson,  thank you for inviting me to your home.  Your neighbourhood is spectacular and your kids will love growing up so close to nature.  Too bad we didn't spot any deer this time around!  Please enjoy a few of my favourites from our session.

Waterloo Dance Photographer. Meet Saskia

I love photographing people who are passionate about what they do.  It speaks to me so deeply, and what could be more beautiful than another ballerina.  Meet Saskia, a wonderful, kind, friendly girl with a passion for ballet and dance.  She was so kind to tag along with me on another personal project while I created video for the first time.

Saskia - Thank you so much for all the time and effort you put into choreography, the time at the session, and being so honest in our little interview.  I'm so happy with the way the whole thing turned out.  Thank you!  Please enjoy the video and images from our session.

A big thanks to my friend Grant, for providing the lovely space for our little adventure here.

To find the video right on youtube click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=807GgrF_UFk