Calgary Photography Blog: Stories Behind the Shutter
Featuring Event, Family, and Headshot Sessions
Welcome to my creative corner of the internet!
This photography blog was created to be a helpful resource for clients and a place where you can get to know the person behind the lens. Here, you'll find highlights from my favorite Calgary portrait sessions, corporate events, and the personal artistic projects that keep my creativity flowing. I also use this space to share upcoming studio events, seasonal promotions, and practical advice to make planning your session completely stress-free.
Explore the blog to find:
Session Guides: What to wear, the best time of day to book, and tips for including your family pets.
Client Stories: Real galleries from local families, graduates, and professionals.
Behind the Scenes: A look at my creative process and studio updates.
Whether you are looking for photography inspiration or practical advice, I invite you to browse the archives.
Drop a comment on the posts that resonate with you most, I’d love to know what you want to see more of!
Celebrate Motherhood With a Maternity Photoshoot
Maternity photography in a studio provides expecting mothers the opportunity to capture this momentous occasion in a comfortable, private space. Without the hassles of posing in front of strangers or worrying about the unpredictable nature of outdoor weather conditions, pregnant women can feel relaxed and secure as they pose for these special memories.
Benefits of Hiring a Professional Family Photographer
Book a Calgary Professional Family Photographer to capture precious moments of your loved ones. Not only does professional family photography preserve the memories that you can look back on for years to come, but it also provides creative and unique images that tell the story of your family.
Including Your Toddler During a Newborn Session
Five helpful tips when including your toddler at your newborn session and ways to help older siblings enjoy being a part of the newborn portrait photoshoot. From my experience photographing many newborn sessions over the years, I’ve found that even if a toddler is reluctant at first to take part in the photo session, they do usually appreciate the extra time I provide them with so that they can be one on one with their new sibling.
How to Prepare for Your Maternity Photo Session
Maternity photoshoots are a perfect way to remember this special time during your pregnancy and preparing for your maternity photography session doesn't have to be overwhelming! To help ensure your maternity photo shoot runs smoothly resulting in gorgeous, authentic and meaningful photos that you are sure to fall in love with, I’ve provided some helpful suggestions below when preparing for your session day when we photograph your pregnancy photos.
What to Expect During Your Newborn Session
I am often asked by parents what they should expect during their studio newborn photo session so below I have outlined my process and what to expect before, during and after your newborn photography session in my studio.
How to Prepare for Your Grad Photography Session
Graduating from school is a major accomplishment and a graduation portrait photography session is a wonderful way to commemorate this milestone moment. Whether you're graduating from a Calgary high school, college, or university you'll want to look your best for your photo session. Here are some helpful tips on what to wear and how to prepare for your graduation portrait photo session.
Graduation Photo Session at Calgary Central Library
Celebrate your high school graduation or the completion of your university degree with professional graduation portraits that reflect your authentic self. Together we will customize your graduation photo shoot to reflect your unique personality. Graduation photography sessions can include family members & friends!
When is the best time to have a newborn photo session?
Professional newborn photography sessions typically take place in my Calgary newborn photography studio when your newborn baby is 6-14 days old. I do however photograph newborns at any age. So whether you decide to book your newborn session for when your baby is 6 days or 6 weeks old, I can still document beautiful newborn and family photos celebrating this very special time for your family!
Calgary Photography Studio Covid-19 Update
Outdoor and studio sessions will continue to have strict protocols in place to ensure the safety and well-being of all session attendees. At this time, studio sessions will only be booked for newborns, individual portrait sessions or for families with four or less family members.
Quarry Lake Park Family Photo Session
Quarry Lake Park in Canmore, Alberta is a quick one-hour drive from the west end of Calgary and is an excellent outdoor location for creating stunning family portraits.
The Power of Printed Photographs
Printed photographs hold the power to start conversations about the past but also to bring back a particular moment in time that might otherwise be forgotten. These photographs communicate special times in our family’s history, they are gifts for our children and their children.
2019 Canadian Winter Games in Calgary
This year the 2019 Canadian Winter Games will be hosted in Red Deer, Alberta. The Canadian Winter Games have a tradition of welcoming and showcasing our athletic Canadian youth. With numerous sporting events, musical and cultural performances, the Canadian Winter games will be sure to not disappoint!