The Session That Almost Wasn’t…

As I am getting caught up in blog posts, today’s takes us all the way back to the fall of 2010. Jen is a phenomenal newborn and family photographer and she and I have been friends for a few years. Every year we meet to take photos of each other’s families for the holidays.

But this session almost didn’t happen because both of us got SO insanely lost that we almost never made it! Both Jen and I had been lusting after photographing at Mackenzie King Estate so we thought it would be the perfect place for our double session. The main road through Gatineau Park to get there was closed for the season, so we ended up detouring around and both of us got crazy lost and Thomas and I even accidentally ended up driving onto someone’s private property – oopsie!

When we finally did both arrive, the scenery was beautiful. It was a chilly day and not many people were out and about, but we had a great time shooting and got some fantastic shots.

To see the portraits that Jen took of my family, click here.

And finally (sorry for the hugelong wait) is Jen and her beautiful family.

As a side note, Jen and Greg recently welcomed their fourth child, and she will be up tomorrow! We did some maternity portraits on this day as well!

Have a wonderful day,

Liz – Contact Me, I would love to speak with you!

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Rouge Ottawa – Congratulations to Sarah!

This weekend brings the Ultimate Bachelorette Party for brides! I will be live blogging from the event so stay tuned on Sunday for the videos! It should be a lot of fun!!

From their pretty rad website:

We are rolling out the red carpet for brides-to-be and your BFFs. Join us for an unforgettable bachelorette party at one of Ottawa’s hippest nightclubs. Featuring a fashion show, tasty treats, makeup artists, portraits, pole dancing, prizes, etc!

The show is presented by Splendid Events, Luxe Bridal Boutique, Cloud in the Sky Studio and Vanessa Dewson Photography.

Rouge is happening this Saturday March 26th at 7pm at the Masion Nightclub on Dalhousie. It is $10 per ticket with proceeds going to The Aids Committee of Ottawa. You can purchase tickets online here or…. the amazing people behind the show have given me two FREE tickets to give away!

Thanks for everyone’s interest in the contest – I’ve picked the winner!
Congratulations to Sarah!

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Staying Dry and Warm is for Sissies

Jenga is the type of dog that everyone wants. She is warm, friendly, loving and full of beans.

During our fall session (yes I’m a bit behind on blogging!), Jenga never stopped moving – she ran and jumped and before we could stop her, she was IN the water! It wasn’t snowing yet, but this was the weekend before Ottawa’s first big snowstorm and it was far from warm. Jenga didn’t seem to notice as once she got it in her head, there was no stopping her. She was in and out and in and out over and over and all the while had the goofiest doggy grin on her face. She had a blast.

Jenga’s humans ordered the most beautiful 20×24″ Floatmount Canvas Print Storyboard and it is stunning. I seriously almost kept it for myself it’s so gorgeous!

Floatmount canvas prints are created when the storyboard or photo is printed onto canvas, then wrapped around masonite to create a thin wrap which is protected with laminate and padding is added between the print and the masonite to give the front of the Floatmount a raised, elegant look. The back has a 3/4-inch gatorblock that allows the print to extend out from the wall. It is because of this that they appear to “float” on the wall. The Floatmount Canvas Prints come ready to hang, so there is no framing necessary!

If you have any questions about my products or my process, please send me a note – I’d love to hear from you!

Have a wonderful day,

Liz – Contact Me, I would love to speak with you!

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Family Time at the Manotick Mill

This is the first of two sessions that the Clermont family have booked. This one was the winter wonderland portion where we went for a walk a the Watson’s Mill in Manotick. It was quite a cold day and the kiddos did quite well!

Finnigan, their dog, joined us for the session – he is a labradoodle and is beyond adorable. So scruffy and so cute.

We found some leaves still hanging around on the ground so we had to make sure to play with them!

I just love little kids in snowsuits – they can barely move and it’s just too adorable.

Walking in a winter wonderland! I know it’s cheesy, but it fits!

Clermont family, thank you for braving the cold for our shoot – I can’t wait for our spring session!

Have a wonderful day,

Liz – Contact Me, I would love to speak with you!

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Two Peas in a Pod (where the peas are two super-cute dogs!)

I’m a bit behind on blogging so you’ll have to bear with me while I catch up!

On a beautiful October afternoon, I met with Molly and Ernie, and their humans, for a great fall session that was full of running, jumping and playing. Molly and Ernie are siblings, brother and sister, and are ShihPoos – ShihTzu/Poodle mixes. They are very close with each other, and their humans.

Molly and Ernie love quite a few things, but nothing more than chasing each other at the dog park. We started with a few shots at home, then headed to Conroy Pit Park, their favourite place in the world. From the moment the leashes were off, they were running like crazy! I don’t think they stopped for more than a few seconds at a time. We even had to scoop them up a few times to get a shot of them being still!

These two pups are just wonderful and as much as they adore each other, I think their owners adore them even more. Katie and Mike even dressed up as Molly and Ernie for Halloween this year! That’s love!

Katie’s sister, Amy, came with us for the shoot and she was wonderful to hang out with as well. All of us got a long so well that the session lasted over three hours! Thomas was wondering if I got lost by the time I arrived back at home. haha.

Katie and Mike have ordered a custom photo book so I am very excited to show you once it is finished.

For now, check out the MANY photos – I had a really hard time narrowing this session down, so get comfy and take a peek!

A quiet moment at home. Chillin on the couch and looking regal. Molly is on the left and Ernie is on the right.

Ready…set…GO!

OMG they are still! haha.

This is Molly having some fun in the field

She hops like a bunny, it’s too cute!

Ernie, waiting for Molly to get to him.

“More treats please” -Ernie

And they’re off again. I love the progression of the three on the bottom.

Molly always chases Ernie, because “it’s the law of Toyland” (something Thomas always says to me haha)

Some outdoor headshots. Every top dog model needs one!

The colours were absolutely gorgeous. We scooped up the pups and did some family photos.

Some beautiful sunset light. I miss it being light out in the evening.

Amy with her dognephew and dogniece.

Ok I have to take a moment to give a shoutout to how awesome Katie was. She was up for anything, including lying down in the leaves at a dog park. Love these shots. I also love how Amy and Mike’s hands are in there holding Molly and Ernie down – I think it lends to the shots so much.

I love these. The last few frames of the evening.

Katie, Mike, Amy, Molly and Ernie: thank you for such a fun session. I had such a great time with you and I hope you love your images as much as I do!!

Have a wonderful day,

Liz – Contact Me, I would love to speak with you!

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