I have taken a long hiatus with my photography business but I’ve recently had the honour of photographing newborn twins for the first time.  I visited this family about 2 years ago to shoot a smash cake for a gorgeous one year old and now she’s a big sister.  That’s her with the cake in my blog header, by the way.  And let me tell you, she’s even more stunning than before.  G & N, you have a seriously gorgeous daughter.  And I haven’t even gotten started on the sweet twins!  Oh my goodness!  Less than 7 pounds each, these bundles of joy gave me a great workout as they took turns crying while the other slept.  But really, when you’re only a week old, what else are ya gonna do??

Your site is ready, but I wanted to give a shout out here to thank you for inviting me back to capture these early moments of your family.

Baby E let me know what she thought of getting her photo taken so much.

Told you…she’s gorgeous.

Yum!  Baby E seemed to think her big brother (by a minute) was particularly delicious.

For a Reader’s Choice Award with the Milton Canadian Champion! 

I’m under two categories:

#57 for Favourite Photography Studio: Digital Heirlooms

#144 for Favourite Photographer: Karina Sinclair

Although I don’t technically have a studio, those who’ve had me come to their home for newborn or smash cake portraits, know that I bring enough gear to fill a studio!  LOL

I’m SO totally tickled by this nomination.  It’s a simple little nod that I must be doing something of value for my customers, and that is so deeply gratifying.  Running a photography business has put me in touch with some truly fabulous people, but it’s also meant less time for me to spend with my own family.  It’s nice to know it’s not all been in vain.

Congratulations to all the nominees for all categories.  When you see the long list, you’ll realize how many talented people we have in Milton who are all dedicated to enriching our community experience.  I’m proud to be a part of that.

And of course, I’d love your support!  To vote, please visit the Milton Canadian Champion website and click on the Readers Choice Feature.  Voting is open until September 19th.

Thanks for allowing me to join you this past year in celebrating yourselves and your families.  You’ve all been so wonderful!

I consider this wee one an addition to my own family!  Darling Baby Girl E is the brand new daughter of my best friends.  Also little sister to their son, L, whom is also the bestest playmate of my little girl.  We are just so delighted to welcome E to the world.

She slept maybe 2 minutes while I photographed her at 10 days old.  The rest of the time I got to enjoy her sparkling blue eyes. 

I think that’s pretty close to a smile, don’t you?

Hehe, you’d think I’d given her a lemon!

You might remember a very recent maternity portrait post for my friend S. You can click here to see those images. I’m delighted to introduce the result of that pregnancy, Miss V. She has an elegant name, and the most wonderful squishy lips I’ve ever seen.  Just 7 days old in these portraits.

Her big brother, X, seems totally excited to have a wee sister, and wanted to hold her every 5 mintues.

So tiny, she fits right into Daddy’s hand.

And I think Daddy is already wrapped around her little finger.  I love seeing men show their tender side like this.

She slept well for me, but also made sure I got a good look at her big brown eyes.

See?  Big, kissable, squishy lips.  Just look at that mouth!!

And pretty, pretty eye lashes.

Thanks for having me come do these portraits for you, S & W.  The pleasure was all mine, and I am going to love watching this beauty grow up.  You have a couple of heartbreakers on your hands!

Recently, I got to photograph this lovely family.  I’ve known S for about 5 years now, back from when we were planning our weddings at the same time.  We’ve watched each others families grow, and now hers is about to grow again!….actually, it already has.  I’ll be taking some newborn portraits this weekend!!!  

I won’t reveal the surprise…what do you think she had?  A Boy?  or A Girl?

I loved working with S and her husband, but her son X often stole the show.  SUCH  a sweet boy, full of hugs and smiles.  I think he’ll make a fabulous big brother!

 S said the only thing she ever really craved with this pregnancy was red grapefuit juice.  And sure enough, she had these 3 cartons in her fridge!

 See what I mean?  Big smiles, and sweet natured.

Every woman should feel glamourous and gorgeous, especially while pregnant.

 Thanks for inviting me into your home, S & W.  Can’t wait to see you again!

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Gosh, has it been that long since I last posted? Eek! So much for THAT New Year’’s resolution!

Anyway, it’s not like I haven’t been working. I recently revisited a wedding client for yet another major life moment…this time for maternity portraits!

Here are some pages from the album I designed for her. Albums are a great idea if you love a lot of images from your portrait session but don’t know where to display them all. A coffee table book or album is the perfect way to have a personal memento, or dare I say, a Digital Heirloom!

To all my wonderful customers and faithful friends….have a truly wonderful holiday!  See you in 2009!

Hi!   This is my brand new blog, and will be where all my newest posts appear.  If you’d like to read any previous posts, visit digitalheirlooms.blogspot.com.  As the holiday season approaches and I’m finally all caught up on client orders for 2008, I thought this would be a good time for a fresh look.  Sometimes you just need a change, you know?

I’d love to hear from all my clients from 2008…each and everyone of you made such a big impact on me this year.  I love that Digital Heirlooms allows me to opportunity to get to know so many great people!

To start us off, I’ll just post one of my favourite images.