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Photography is simply art and every photographer has their own style.  There are two vastly different styles of portraits:

‘Formally Posed’ such as the holiday card I did of my children the other day, have been traditionally a favorite of parents for years.  They are wonderful in the simple fact for many families it is a tradition to dress up in dressier clothing, big smiles at the camera….however, for parents and children this can very stressful. Children are asked to sit unnaturally still, some may be uncomfortable in their clothing, there can be time constraints, lights are bright and this discomfort can translate into the portrait (take another look at my baby’s face…does she look like she is having fun?)

‘Life Style Photography’ is just simply what it says it is..life style. Pictures just taken from everyday life, for me personally they are may favorite, they are a piece of my everyday life. My kids are relaxed and absorbed in their own little activities, sometimes they shoot me a glare because Mom is once again stalking them with her camera but what they don’t realize is looking at these pictures in a few years will take me back to those moments.

We are a hockey household, my three oldest children all play, different days, different times and my husband coaches each of their teams. As stressful and hectic as this seems there are sweet little moments because of the crazy schedules, certain nights of the week I either have just Kathleen at home with me, or just Peter or just the boys. With four children time alone with Mommy is a rare event, so we try to take advantage of this.

This evening was Kathleen’s hockey night, while the baby napped, the boys are I did yard work in the chilly cold.  After coming inside they chased off the chill with a warm bath and fuzzy jammies. I allowed them the special treat of watching cartoons in my bedroom, while they waited for their Dad and sister to return home.

Photography is simply art and every photographer has their own style.  There are two vastly different styles of portraits:

‘Formally Posed’ such as the holiday card I did of my children the other day, have been traditionally a favorite of parents for years.  They are wonderful in the simple fact for many families it is a tradition to dress up in dressier clothing, big smiles at the camera….however, for parents and children this can very stressful. Children are asked to sit unnaturally still, some may be uncomfortable in their clothing, there can be time constraints, lights are bright and this discomfort can translate into the portrait (take another look at my baby’s face…does she look like she is having fun?)

‘Life Style Photography’ is just simply what it says it is..life style. Pictures just taken from everyday life, for me personally they are may favorite, they are a piece of my everyday life. My kids are relaxed and absorbed in their own little activities, sometimes they shoot me a glare because Mom is once again stalking them with her camera but what they don’t realize is looking at these pictures in a few years will take me back to those moments.

We are a hockey household, my three oldest children all play, different days, different times and my husband coaches each of their teams. As stressful and hectic as this seems there are sweet little moments because of the crazy schedules, certain nights of the week I either have just Kathleen at home with me, or just Peter or just the boys. With four children time alone with Mommy is a rare event, so we try to take advantage of this.

This evening was Kathleen’s hockey night, while the baby napped, the boys are I did yard work in the chilly cold.  After coming inside they chased off the chill with a warm bath and fuzzy jammies. I allowed them the special treat of watching cartoons in my bedroom, while they waited for their Dad and sister to return home.

I grew up in a home that encouraged reading and we have done the same for our children. We are constantly buying them new books, on any subject we think they will love and for every holiday. Every night is ended with a couple of stories, our boys who are in elementary school, are now reading several pages to us.

Sometimes it is a battle when they are learning to read, they are required to read to us frequently from books they bring from the school. They get tired of being pushed with their reading skills. Yet, we keep pushing them further and we do see them progress.

Nothing makes me smile wider when I see them pick up a book to read, on their own. A nice and rarely heard silence enters the room, nothing but the sounds of the pages turning.

Kathleen cannot read yet but she too will pick up a book and quietly browse through the pages, looking at all the pictures. With the holiday season upon us, my kids have been reading every Christmas story book from their library.

I grew up in a home that encouraged reading and we have done the same for our children. We are constantly buying them new books, on any subject we think they will love and for every holiday. Every night is ended with a couple of stories, our boys who are in elementary school, are now reading several pages to us.

Sometimes it is a battle when they are learning to read, they are required to read to us frequently from books they bring from the school. They get tired of being pushed with their reading skills. Yet, we keep pushing them further and we do see them progress.

Nothing makes me smile wider when I see them pick up a book to read, on their own. A nice and rarely heard silence enters the room, nothing but the sounds of the pages turning.

Kathleen cannot read yet but she too will pick up a book and quietly browse through the pages, looking at all the pictures. With the holiday season upon us, my kids have been reading every Christmas story book from their library.

I finally did my children’s…it was something like lion taming and an endurance race.

For my own children I usually shy away from formally posed portraits but I know how many family members do love these pictures. So, I broke all the rules and bought matchy-matchy outfits, dog the fake fur rug, the backdrop…and voila! Three smiling kids and one slightly cranky infant…this was the best out of 200 pictures:)

I finally did my children’s…it was something like lion taming and an endurance race.

For my own children I usually shy away from formally posed portraits but I know how many family members do love these pictures. So, I broke all the rules and bought matchy-matchy outfits, dog the fake fur rug, the backdrop…and voila! Three smiling kids and one slightly cranky infant…this was the best out of 200 pictures:)

November is slipping away quickly and you can feel fall leaving with the month and winter slowly creeping towards us. Peter and I headed outside for a quick fall photo session. Peter struggles with Autism Spectrum Disorder and smiling naturally for the camera does not come easily so we didn’t worry ourselves with big grins and I accepted what ever he would give me.

Armed with a knitted scarf, warm mittens and his Dad’s cap we set off…and 15 minutes later we were chased inside by the frigid temperatures!

November is slipping away quickly and you can feel fall leaving with the month and winter slowly creeping towards us. Peter and I headed outside for a quick fall photo session. Peter struggles with Autism Spectrum Disorder and smiling naturally for the camera does not come easily so we didn’t worry ourselves with big grins and I accepted what ever he would give me.

Armed with a knitted scarf, warm mittens and his Dad’s cap we set off…and 15 minutes later we were chased inside by the frigid temperatures!

Kathleen received a ‘new to her’ dress from her Nini. The dress was made by my mom over 15 years ago and belonged to her Aunt Samantha, and Kathleen wanted an excuse to wear it pictures wearing it.

Slipping into the back yard on this grey and wet day, she found a little eerie magic among the dead leaves and branches of the little thicket that outlines our property.

Kathleen received a ‘new to her’ dress from her Nini. The dress was made by my mom over 15 years ago and belonged to her Aunt Samantha, and Kathleen wanted an excuse to wear it pictures wearing it.

Slipping into the back yard on this grey and wet day, she found a little eerie magic among the dead leaves and branches of the little thicket that outlines our property.

I hear over and over how everyone wants fall pictures and why wouldn’t they? Here in New Brunswick fall means crisp fall air, the smell of wood stoves and bright gorgeous colours that bring a smile to our faces! We are so fortunate to live in such a beautiful province and fall reminds us of this privilege every year:)

Sadly those pretty leaves do not last long enough…one storm brings them to the ground too soon. I have had fun with my fall session families this year and have had a few people say they wished they had booked sooner…BUT…that doesn’t have to be the case!

I took two of my kiddos out this afternoon…not the ideal day for pictures…it had just sprinkled, the sky was overcast and every leaf is on the ground but there are still some gorgeous colours in the bushes and trees.

Here is Charlie standing next to the now dead hydrangea bush…and NO editing on that bush!

So, when you think the time has passed for fall pictures…rethink that thought:)

I hear over and over how everyone wants fall pictures and why wouldn’t they? Here in New Brunswick fall means crisp fall air, the smell of wood stoves and bright gorgeous colours that bring a smile to our faces! We are so fortunate to live in such a beautiful province and fall reminds us of this privilege every year:)

Sadly those pretty leaves do not last long enough…one storm brings them to the ground too soon. I have had fun with my fall session families this year and have had a few people say they wished they had booked sooner…BUT…that doesn’t have to be the case!

I took two of my kiddos out this afternoon…not the ideal day for pictures…it had just sprinkled, the sky was overcast and every leaf is on the ground but there are still some gorgeous colours in the bushes and trees.

Here is Charlie standing next to the now dead hydrangea bush…and NO editing on that bush!

So, when you think the time has passed for fall pictures…rethink that thought:)