Scarlett, 7 days new - Calgary Newborn Photography

I love this little button. After being at Scarlett's birth I've claimed her as one of my own. She is just the sweetest little thing.  Scarlett is baby number 5 for her mommy, and you'd never know that she's even had one baby. You look AMAZING Joanna!

Scarlett - Calgary Birth Photography

The phone rings. It's 4:14am. "You might want to make your way over here" she says with a laugh. I tell her I'm on my way, throw on my Lulus, grab my gear and rush out the door. There is no way she's having that baby any time soon, I thought. She sounds way too happy! I have time to stop for gas - I hope.

When I arrive it's quiet, almost peaceful. I head to the bedroom bathroom to find Joanna timing her contractions in the tub, mom and husband nearby. It's a hard feeling to explain, watching someone go through labor. You want to do whatever you can to take away the pain, but know that there's nothing you can do. I can only imagine what Steve was feeling as he held Joanna's hand through each contraction.

At 5:20am Joanna's water breaks and 15 minutes later the cries of a beautiful baby girl are heard. I'm tearing up as I write that. It's indescribable the feelings of being able to witness such an incredible miracle. The whole birth process is amazing. Thank you Joanna and Steve for allowing me to be there. It's a moment I'll never forget.

 

 Thank you Joanna for letting me be a part of this.  Huge thanks to my wonderful, talented friend, Maren, for the beautiful song in the slideshow.

Girls Night Out, something completely different!

A few weeks ago I met up with a few friends for a hair and make up class. It was awesome getting to learn some new techniques! The night was a blast full of delicious food, an obscene amount of makeup, hair and a TON of photos. Laura (Laura Taylor Photography) was generous enough to let us use her studio that night and finished off the night playing around in the studio. Fun fact - between the 5 of us that were at the class there are 19 kids!
Huge thanks to Amanda Hedley for the class!

Karen, James and crew - Calgary Family Photography

I am so lucky to be able to photograph the most beautiful families, and this family was no exception. I photographed Karen and her family back in the bitter cold of winter last year, and was happy to have much better weather this time around. They were so much fun and Karen the outfits were perfect (Madi, I love your boots!). We had lots of laughs and even beat up on tickled dad a little bit (I think the kids had fun with that one). It was a pleasure once again.  I hope you enjoy your sneak peek!

 

Heidi, Seth and kids - Calgary Family Photography

Heidi had found the most beautiful location out in the Kananaskis. It could not have been more perfect, and the colors went beautifully with the outfits she chose.

I love having photographer friends! (Check out Heidi's work HERE.)  Heidi and I were able to swap family photos this year and I am in love with mine!

I hope you love yours as much I love mine, Heidi! And I can't tell you enough how adorable your family is.