Elmira Dance Photographer. Degas portraits

Each month I try to create photographs just for me.  I have a list of personal projects or ideas and with the help of some great people, I am able to create for the sake of creating.  In January I wanted to do a Edgar Degas inspired ballerina portrait.  If you haven't seen his work, here is a quick google image search to see what I mean. 

One of his most famous pieces is his Blue Dancers, which I think is absolutely lovely.  So I took my idea to facebook and got some great responses.  I was able to connect with Agata, my dancer and conveniently she owns a dance studio which we were able to use for the portraits.  Her and her fiance were so generous to allow me to come and do this.  They own Bringing Tap Back located in Kitchener and I truly appreciate their help in this.  They offer classes for kids to adults (even beginners)

Anyway, I couldn't wait to get home and edit the images.  I used a new technique which is shooting through a piece of tulle.  It helped me to create that blue feel for some of the images.

Please enjoy a few of my favourites.

To see more, please visit http://www.greenapplephotography.ca/Ballerina/i-k2KWSDX

Elmira Family Photographer. Valentine's Contest

Who do you love?  Why?

Tell me in a brief video and you could win a full family session, wall gallery design plans, and an 18x24 canvas gallery wrap.

All the details are in the video.  Contest closes February 13, 2015 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time.

Love, Love, Love!

Best winter activities in Waterloo Region. Elmira Family Photographer

A few weeks ago I asked fans on my facebook page about their favourite local winter activities for families.  Afterall, we live with the snow for nearly half the year - we should probably try to enjoy it.  Here are a few great ways to spend winter with your family.

One of the most mentioned was Winterloo.  Complete with everything we love about winter... "dog sled rides, ice sculpting, 4-on-4 hockey, great art activities at the Button Factory, free public skating, free family movies, and a great Chili cook-off featuring some of Waterloo’s top eateries… there’s something for everyone!"  Spend Family day weekend - February 14-16, 2015, from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. daily, in Uptown Waterloo. For more information, please call us 519.885.1921.

Also topping the list was tobogganing and tubing.  There are some great local hills including Columbia Lake in Waterloo, Bolender Park in Elmira and a favourite spot - Elmira Golf Club.  But these are just a few spots I've been to with my family...do you have a fave spot - let us know in the comments below.

Tobogganing not enough of an adrenaline rush - check out Chicopee Tube Park .  A great winter activity for the whole family.  I've never been, so fill me in on it's awesomeness in the comments!!!

What about winter hikes, cross country skiing, or walks with the dog?  You can find some of the best trails in Woolwich Township for all these activities. 

As much as I love winter, I have to say that a good book, warm fire and cozy blanket would do just fine too! Enjoy your winter!

Elmira Family Photographer. The Kinsella Family

Laurie and I have known each other for  a while - we played volleyball together and see each other once in a while.  When she approached me about doing a family session, I was honoured.  With 3 busy girls and lots of different personalities, we discussed the best approach prior to our session - knowing full well, that anything can happen at a family portrait session.  But I have to say - despite the cool temperatures, the girls were amazing and fun and so easy to photograph.  We had such a blast running around.  And if you saw my post from earlier this week, they chose a beautiful family wall grouping to go up their staircase. 

Laurie and Alex, it really was a pleasure to work with you and help you design your wall.  Thank you so much for choosing to work with me!  Here are a few of my favourites from our session.

Elmira Family Photographer. Family Wall Gallery 2014

I love photographing families and the special connections they have.  And one of my most favourite parts of my job is helping them design and build a family wall gallery so that they can enjoy these moments everyday.  I use a state of the art design software so we are using their walls and their images all sized to scale!  My clients walk away with a great plan and if they choose, beautiful products that arrive ready to hang.  Here are a few of my favourite wall groupings from 2014.

My clients send me a snapshot of their wall from their phones and then I can upload it into the software and together we create something amazing for their home. 

Elmira Family Photographer.

I'm still catching up on all my fall sessions here on the blog.  It was a windy day, but the sun came out and the resulting images were gorgeous.  The Yun family are the sweetest people and so much fun to work with.

Elmira Newborn Photographer. Loved From Head to Toe

Christmas has come and gone, however I was fortunate enough to work with a special organization this year.  Loved From Head To Toe is a newly registered charity hand knitting beautiful Santa hats for NICU babies.  Everyone needs a little Christmas cheer.

Back in the fall, we invited 4 new babies to my home studio to photograph them in LFH2T Santa hats for use in their marketing, website and fundraising campaigns.  It was a fun session with lots of mommy talk and 4 beautiful little babies.

Congratulations to LFH2T for being granted full charitable status.  They continue to seek donations (financial, yarns, knitters) for their continued projects.