January 26, 2023
As a photographer in Saint John, I heard about Spyglass Hill in Rothesay, NB. I finally went this mythical little spot and made a mistake. It is easy to miss if you are not looking.
When another friendly photographer, from Valley Photography gave me the correct directions. The pathway leading up to the hill is heavily perfumed with the scent of the ferns that surround the path. The little forest is quite enchanting before you see the hill.
First Impression of SpyGlass Hill
After a 5 minutes hike you reach the crest and receive your first impression of SpyGlass Hill in Rothesay. It is breath taking and awe inspiring. Having grown up in local Quispamsis, I had never knew this little piece of paradise existed. The views are incredible because you can see all of the greenery of the town of Rothesay. You can also see the Saint John River. The magic is the fact that all the houses and subdivisions disappear from this vantage. Miles and miles of greenery with only a classic little white church steeple peaking from the trees.
It is hard to believe that you have left the hustle and busy Rothesay Road and now in this quiet little world. People love this slice of paradise! There are trash bags at the path entrance, you see people carefully picking up trash and people understanding that SpyGlass Hill is a privilege.
SpyGlass Hill is a Photographer’s Dream
As a photographer, SpyGlass Hill is a Dream. On any given fair evening you will find the hill teeming with hikers enjoying the quiet and many small groups of photographers.
From the top of the crest where you can capture the entire valley and Saint John River, to the paths down below in the small little fields. Every change in path, direction and bush will give a photographer an entirely different look. Clients will look back on their pictures and wonder how their pictures look like they changed locations in under an hour.
SpyGlass Hill changes every season. From the brown greenery in the late spring, the brighter greens and flowers in the summer and the hazy red golden light in the fall. Winter makes the trip too difficult due to the icy paths.
Paving Paradise? The Possible End of the Landmark
Sadly as the song says, they may pave paradise and there may be a possible end to this landmark. SpyGlass Hill in Rothesay, NB, is for sale and a development is proposed. Apartments, condos, townhouses, houses…
It is heartbreaking to all those who dearly love this little spot of paradise. There are so few green spaces the public can access and none with the rare beauty and unique attributes as SpyGlass can offer. Where can you walk in a busy town and feel like you were transported into the countryside? In Facebook posts people have requested that the town purchase the property and leave her as is for the people to continue to enjoy. However, there is not movement towards this action.
SpyGlass isn’t flashy, she doesn’t have any amenities, signage or fancy anything. That is the beauty of this magical place.
As a photographer in Saint John, I heard about Spyglass Hill in Rothesay, NB. I finally went this mythical little spot and made a mistake. It is easy to miss if you are not looking.
When another friendly photographer, from Valley Photography gave me the correct directions. The pathway leading up to the hill is heavily perfumed with the scent of the ferns that surround the path. The little forest is quite enchanting before you see the hill.
First Impression of SpyGlass Hill
After a 5 minutes hike you reach the crest and receive your first impression of SpyGlass Hill in Rothesay. It is breath taking and awe inspiring. Having grown up in local Quispamsis, I had never knew this little piece of paradise existed. The views are incredible because you can see all of the greenery of the town of Rothesay. You can also see the Saint John River. The magic is the fact that all the houses and subdivisions disappear from this vantage. Miles and miles of greenery with only a classic little white church steeple peaking from the trees.
It is hard to believe that you have left the hustle and busy Rothesay Road and now in this quiet little world. People love this slice of paradise! There are trash bags at the path entrance, you see people carefully picking up trash and people understanding that SpyGlass Hill is a privilege.
SpyGlass Hill is a Photographer’s Dream
As a photographer, SpyGlass Hill is a Dream. On any given fair evening you will find the hill teeming with hikers enjoying the quiet and many small groups of photographers.
From the top of the crest where you can capture the entire valley and Saint John River, to the paths down below in the small little fields. Every change in path, direction and bush will give a photographer an entirely different look. Clients will look back on their pictures and wonder how their pictures look like they changed locations in under an hour.
SpyGlass Hill changes every season. From the brown greenery in the late spring, the brighter greens and flowers in the summer and the hazy red golden light in the fall. Winter makes the trip too difficult due to the icy paths.
Paving Paradise? The Possible End of the Landmark
Sadly as the song says, they may pave paradise and there may be a possible end to this landmark. SpyGlass Hill in Rothesay, NB, is for sale and a development is proposed. Apartments, condos, townhouses, houses…
It is heartbreaking to all those who dearly love this little spot of paradise. There are so few green spaces the public can access and none with the rare beauty and unique attributes as SpyGlass can offer. Where can you walk in a busy town and feel like you were transported into the countryside? In Facebook posts people have requested that the town purchase the property and leave her as is for the people to continue to enjoy. However, there is not movement towards this action.
SpyGlass isn’t flashy, she doesn’t have any amenities, signage or fancy anything. That is the beauty of this magical place.
January 26, 2023
January 26, 2023
As a photographer in Saint John, I heard about Spyglass Hill in Rothesay, NB. I finally went this mythical little spot and made a mistake. It is easy to miss if you are not looking.
When another friendly photographer, from Valley Photography gave me the correct directions. The pathway leading up to the hill is heavily perfumed with the scent of the ferns that surround the path. The little forest is quite enchanting before you see the hill.
First Impression of SpyGlass Hill
After a 5 minutes hike you reach the crest and receive your first impression of SpyGlass Hill in Rothesay. It is breath taking and awe inspiring. Having grown up in local Quispamsis, I had never knew this little piece of paradise existed. The views are incredible because you can see all of the greenery of the town of Rothesay. You can also see the Saint John River. The magic is the fact that all the houses and subdivisions disappear from this vantage. Miles and miles of greenery with only a classic little white church steeple peaking from the trees.
It is hard to believe that you have left the hustle and busy Rothesay Road and now in this quiet little world. People love this slice of paradise! There are trash bags at the path entrance, you see people carefully picking up trash and people understanding that SpyGlass Hill is a privilege.
SpyGlass Hill is a Photographer’s Dream
As a photographer, SpyGlass Hill is a Dream. On any given fair evening you will find the hill teeming with hikers enjoying the quiet and many small groups of photographers.
From the top of the crest where you can capture the entire valley and Saint John River, to the paths down below in the small little fields. Every change in path, direction and bush will give a photographer an entirely different look. Clients will look back on their pictures and wonder how their pictures look like they changed locations in under an hour.
SpyGlass Hill changes every season. From the brown greenery in the late spring, the brighter greens and flowers in the summer and the hazy red golden light in the fall. Winter makes the trip too difficult due to the icy paths.
Paving Paradise? The Possible End of the Landmark
Sadly as the song says, they may pave paradise and there may be a possible end to this landmark. SpyGlass Hill in Rothesay, NB, is for sale and a development is proposed. Apartments, condos, townhouses, houses…
It is heartbreaking to all those who dearly love this little spot of paradise. There are so few green spaces the public can access and none with the rare beauty and unique attributes as SpyGlass can offer. Where can you walk in a busy town and feel like you were transported into the countryside? In Facebook posts people have requested that the town purchase the property and leave her as is for the people to continue to enjoy. However, there is not movement towards this action.
SpyGlass isn’t flashy, she doesn’t have any amenities, signage or fancy anything. That is the beauty of this magical place.
January 3, 2020
So many years ago (over 8!) I was a brand spanking new photographer. I have a camera and one lens and nothing else. My portfolio consisted of a small handful of families, a few babies and hundreds of my three kids (8 years ago I only had the older kids).
Goodlife Photography was gracious enough to allow me to second shoot at her weddings. This was amazing because Julie was kind enough to allow a green photographer to tag along, learn and observe. Allison and Greg’s wedding was one of those second shooting gigs.
Fast forward Allison was a client of mine for dog grooming, they live up the street and I see her here and there.
When she messaged for a maternity session I was over the moon happy for her and Greg! They have waited so very long for this little prince to arrive.
She had a beautiful red gown, I had a black gown and we had a small town with limited variety to shoot from but I also know how pretty this little hidden gem could be in the sunshine.
We had hoped for snow and we didn’t quite get enough to completely cover the brush and grass but the bright spot was it was easier to walk around.
I loved her hair and makeup! So perfect! Honestly, how many times do we get to dress up in a gorgeous gown, wear lovely makeup and do our hair like a princess? Not enough times!
When I spied her scarf she wore on the walk with her winter coat I knew I had to use it with this black gown. Sometimes it works out beautifully!
So many years ago (over 8!) I was a brand spanking new photographer. I have a camera and one lens and nothing else. My portfolio consisted of a small handful of families, a few babies and hundreds of my three kids (8 years ago I only had the older kids).
Goodlife Photography was gracious enough to allow me to second shoot at her weddings. This was amazing because Julie was kind enough to allow a green photographer to tag along, learn and observe. Allison and Greg’s wedding was one of those second shooting gigs.
Fast forward Allison was a client of mine for dog grooming, they live up the street and I see her here and there.
When she messaged for a maternity session I was over the moon happy for her and Greg! They have waited so very long for this little prince to arrive.
She had a beautiful red gown, I had a black gown and we had a small town with limited variety to shoot from but I also know how pretty this little hidden gem could be in the sunshine.
We had hoped for snow and we didn’t quite get enough to completely cover the brush and grass but the bright spot was it was easier to walk around.
I loved her hair and makeup! So perfect! Honestly, how many times do we get to dress up in a gorgeous gown, wear lovely makeup and do our hair like a princess? Not enough times!
When I spied her scarf she wore on the walk with her winter coat I knew I had to use it with this black gown. Sometimes it works out beautifully!
January 3, 2020
January 3, 2020
So many years ago (over 8!) I was a brand spanking new photographer. I have a camera and one lens and nothing else. My portfolio consisted of a small handful of families, a few babies and hundreds of my three kids (8 years ago I only had the older kids).
Goodlife Photography was gracious enough to allow me to second shoot at her weddings. This was amazing because Julie was kind enough to allow a green photographer to tag along, learn and observe. Allison and Greg’s wedding was one of those second shooting gigs.
Fast forward Allison was a client of mine for dog grooming, they live up the street and I see her here and there.
When she messaged for a maternity session I was over the moon happy for her and Greg! They have waited so very long for this little prince to arrive.
She had a beautiful red gown, I had a black gown and we had a small town with limited variety to shoot from but I also know how pretty this little hidden gem could be in the sunshine.
We had hoped for snow and we didn’t quite get enough to completely cover the brush and grass but the bright spot was it was easier to walk around.
I loved her hair and makeup! So perfect! Honestly, how many times do we get to dress up in a gorgeous gown, wear lovely makeup and do our hair like a princess? Not enough times!
When I spied her scarf she wore on the walk with her winter coat I knew I had to use it with this black gown. Sometimes it works out beautifully!
July 3, 2018
I am not sure who’s idea it was but the end result was some maternity modelling magic. Genevieve Flynn Photography, Valley Photography and I put out a model call for a few new Mom’s to be. We wanted to stretch our skills a little bit, play with light, posing and push our own artistic boundaries. With regular session I always shoot what I know, my clients come to me for guaranteed results and their sessions are not the time to play with light and risk a fail. With three photographers sharing our knowledge with each other and trying things we had never done before there were a few failed setups that didn’t look good and it was okay! Some of my favourite setups to date happened during this session! And now I am excited for anyone who decides to book a studio maternity!
I placed the announcement on Facebook that we were looking for models and over 10, 000 people opened up the ad! I was a bit shocked and excited that so many people were spreading the word and curious to what we were cooking up! Patience Cole Makeup Artistry did hair and makeup and four amazing women signed up for the experience!
Genevieve, Brittany and I went through all of the candidates (there were so many amazing women!) and chose four, had a day where we sat down and made lists of setups, clothing, props and lighting we wanted to try. With so many people in my small studio and so many ideas flowing, we wanted to be as organized and as time efficient as we possibly could be.
Many hours of shooting later, very hot and tired, we were excited with what we accomplished! Katelyn, Monique, Casey and Janelle were so amazing to work with! Their girls looked flawless thanks to Patience, they were good sports about trying weird poses and letting us decide every pose and all the wardrobe. Thank you girls for the fun!!
I am not sure who’s idea it was but the end result was some maternity modelling magic. Genevieve Flynn Photography, Valley Photography and I put out a model call for a few new Mom’s to be. We wanted to stretch our skills a little bit, play with light, posing and push our own artistic boundaries. With regular session I always shoot what I know, my clients come to me for guaranteed results and their sessions are not the time to play with light and risk a fail. With three photographers sharing our knowledge with each other and trying things we had never done before there were a few failed setups that didn’t look good and it was okay! Some of my favourite setups to date happened during this session! And now I am excited for anyone who decides to book a studio maternity!
I placed the announcement on Facebook that we were looking for models and over 10, 000 people opened up the ad! I was a bit shocked and excited that so many people were spreading the word and curious to what we were cooking up! Patience Cole Makeup Artistry did hair and makeup and four amazing women signed up for the experience!
Genevieve, Brittany and I went through all of the candidates (there were so many amazing women!) and chose four, had a day where we sat down and made lists of setups, clothing, props and lighting we wanted to try. With so many people in my small studio and so many ideas flowing, we wanted to be as organized and as time efficient as we possibly could be.
Many hours of shooting later, very hot and tired, we were excited with what we accomplished! Katelyn, Monique, Casey and Janelle were so amazing to work with! Their girls looked flawless thanks to Patience, they were good sports about trying weird poses and letting us decide every pose and all the wardrobe. Thank you girls for the fun!!
July 3, 2018
July 3, 2018
I am not sure who’s idea it was but the end result was some maternity modelling magic. Genevieve Flynn Photography, Valley Photography and I put out a model call for a few new Mom’s to be. We wanted to stretch our skills a little bit, play with light, posing and push our own artistic boundaries. With regular session I always shoot what I know, my clients come to me for guaranteed results and their sessions are not the time to play with light and risk a fail. With three photographers sharing our knowledge with each other and trying things we had never done before there were a few failed setups that didn’t look good and it was okay! Some of my favourite setups to date happened during this session! And now I am excited for anyone who decides to book a studio maternity!
I placed the announcement on Facebook that we were looking for models and over 10, 000 people opened up the ad! I was a bit shocked and excited that so many people were spreading the word and curious to what we were cooking up! Patience Cole Makeup Artistry did hair and makeup and four amazing women signed up for the experience!
Genevieve, Brittany and I went through all of the candidates (there were so many amazing women!) and chose four, had a day where we sat down and made lists of setups, clothing, props and lighting we wanted to try. With so many people in my small studio and so many ideas flowing, we wanted to be as organized and as time efficient as we possibly could be.
Many hours of shooting later, very hot and tired, we were excited with what we accomplished! Katelyn, Monique, Casey and Janelle were so amazing to work with! Their girls looked flawless thanks to Patience, they were good sports about trying weird poses and letting us decide every pose and all the wardrobe. Thank you girls for the fun!!
May 17, 2018
Majority of my clients love to have their maternity pictures taken outside. In February, the weather was unpredictable; cold, wet with snow storms and Danielle booked a studio session in my Saint John studio. The results were gorgeous and elegant maternity pictures!
Not only is Danielle beautiful on the outside, she is also incredibly smart and was weeks away from her university graduation! She chatted about what she had left to do to complete her degree. Her little girl came with her and she was so well behaved. Quietly playing while her mama was photographed. We worked away from set up to set up.
Being in the studio there was no worries about the weather being poor outside or the temperature. Playing with the gowns in the studio and the ones she brought, different lighting and backgrounds, I was able to give her a gorgeous gallery of images.
Thank you Danielle! It was a pleasure to have done these for you!
Majority of my clients love to have their maternity pictures taken outside. In February, the weather was unpredictable; cold, wet with snow storms and Danielle booked a studio session in my Saint John studio. The results were gorgeous and elegant maternity pictures!
Not only is Danielle beautiful on the outside, she is also incredibly smart and was weeks away from her university graduation! She chatted about what she had left to do to complete her degree. Her little girl came with her and she was so well behaved. Quietly playing while her mama was photographed. We worked away from set up to set up.
Being in the studio there was no worries about the weather being poor outside or the temperature. Playing with the gowns in the studio and the ones she brought, different lighting and backgrounds, I was able to give her a gorgeous gallery of images.
Thank you Danielle! It was a pleasure to have done these for you!
May 17, 2018
May 17, 2018
Majority of my clients love to have their maternity pictures taken outside. In February, the weather was unpredictable; cold, wet with snow storms and Danielle booked a studio session in my Saint John studio. The results were gorgeous and elegant maternity pictures!
Not only is Danielle beautiful on the outside, she is also incredibly smart and was weeks away from her university graduation! She chatted about what she had left to do to complete her degree. Her little girl came with her and she was so well behaved. Quietly playing while her mama was photographed. We worked away from set up to set up.
Being in the studio there was no worries about the weather being poor outside or the temperature. Playing with the gowns in the studio and the ones she brought, different lighting and backgrounds, I was able to give her a gorgeous gallery of images.
Thank you Danielle! It was a pleasure to have done these for you!
March 8, 2017
When Beyonce posted her unique maternity images, one of my clients posted on social media that she should have come to my studio, I agreed and this led her friend Michelle to find me. We booked her session for a few days afterwards because it was almost the last minute (she was due any day!).
Her session was so much fun! She is super sweet and has this friendly bubbly personality that makes working with her a joy. This incredibly beautiful Mama was celebrating her THIRD pregnancy! She looked amazing!! I love that she decided to celebrate this time in her life, it is so exciting and as Michelle said to me herself she didn’t realize how beautiful she looked when pregnant.
Form looking through my portfolio she knew she had to have her picture taken in the with deep wine coloured maternity gown in my studio. This gown has been a massive favourite of my expecting mamas!! The colour is gorgeous and rich and falters any skin tone or hair colour. Fun fact too I actually made this gown with a $6 worth of fabric and then 15 mins sewing time (truthfully in person it is a bit of a hot mess but photographs like a dream!).
The favourite image was the last one in this post, she was shocked at how the backlit portrait was so amazingly beautiful!
Only a few days after her session Michelle’s sweet baby arrived and she was back to the studio for another amazing session (will post in a few weeks!)
When Beyonce posted her unique maternity images, one of my clients posted on social media that she should have come to my studio, I agreed and this led her friend Michelle to find me. We booked her session for a few days afterwards because it was almost the last minute (she was due any day!).
Her session was so much fun! She is super sweet and has this friendly bubbly personality that makes working with her a joy. This incredibly beautiful Mama was celebrating her THIRD pregnancy! She looked amazing!! I love that she decided to celebrate this time in her life, it is so exciting and as Michelle said to me herself she didn’t realize how beautiful she looked when pregnant.
Form looking through my portfolio she knew she had to have her picture taken in the with deep wine coloured maternity gown in my studio. This gown has been a massive favourite of my expecting mamas!! The colour is gorgeous and rich and falters any skin tone or hair colour. Fun fact too I actually made this gown with a $6 worth of fabric and then 15 mins sewing time (truthfully in person it is a bit of a hot mess but photographs like a dream!).
The favourite image was the last one in this post, she was shocked at how the backlit portrait was so amazingly beautiful!
Only a few days after her session Michelle’s sweet baby arrived and she was back to the studio for another amazing session (will post in a few weeks!)
March 8, 2017
March 8, 2017
When Beyonce posted her unique maternity images, one of my clients posted on social media that she should have come to my studio, I agreed and this led her friend Michelle to find me. We booked her session for a few days afterwards because it was almost the last minute (she was due any day!).
Her session was so much fun! She is super sweet and has this friendly bubbly personality that makes working with her a joy. This incredibly beautiful Mama was celebrating her THIRD pregnancy! She looked amazing!! I love that she decided to celebrate this time in her life, it is so exciting and as Michelle said to me herself she didn’t realize how beautiful she looked when pregnant.
Form looking through my portfolio she knew she had to have her picture taken in the with deep wine coloured maternity gown in my studio. This gown has been a massive favourite of my expecting mamas!! The colour is gorgeous and rich and falters any skin tone or hair colour. Fun fact too I actually made this gown with a $6 worth of fabric and then 15 mins sewing time (truthfully in person it is a bit of a hot mess but photographs like a dream!).
The favourite image was the last one in this post, she was shocked at how the backlit portrait was so amazingly beautiful!
Only a few days after her session Michelle’s sweet baby arrived and she was back to the studio for another amazing session (will post in a few weeks!)
