A less is more approach to photography
We only get one life to live, and I believe we should spend it being present, loving our people and enjoying all the beautiful little mundane things that make this life so sweet. Hugs and kisses. Sipping coffee, reading books and re-reading your favourite lines. Trying something new, failing and then trying again. Writing letters. Taking pictures and framing them, putting them in books, treasuring them, enjoying them.
That’s what photography is all about for me, really. Creating something tangible for you to hold onto, art that evokes emotion whenever you look at it. Pictures that make you feel little fingers, hear peals of laughter and smell spring breezes.
My galleries are thoughtful, curated and intentional. Less is more, and that’s true for photos as much as anything else. That’s why I LOVE film. It forces me to slow down, to really wait and watch and observe.
I don’t want to add to the overwhelming thousands of photos you already have stored on your phone. I want to create a display of images that feels real, feels simple, and feels like you. A gallery you will actually print and use, another set of photos you’ll save and never think about again (other than maybe an Instagram post). A gallery that feels like a warm hug, not another item on a to do list.
Who my work is for: Anyone and everyone who values presence over a performance. For families just really freaking love each other and aren’t afraid to show it. If this resonates with you, then gosh - I can’t wait to work with you.
I firmly believe in slowing down.
I'm so happy you're here.
I like:
-Baby snuggles
-Iced matcha & hot coffee
-Chocolate chip cookies, warm from the oven
-Sourdough bread, warm from the oven
(ok you got me I really like things food from the oven. Actually I just really like food.)
-Books that alter my brain chemistry
-Heart to hearts with people I love
I don't like:
-Small talk (I am sooooo bad at introducing myself to new people for this reason)
-Winter
-Lots of noise
-Overscheduling
-Most kinds of cake
I was born in Okotoks and grew up in Calgary. I've lived here my whole life (other than a brief stint in Halifax and a less brief stint in Edmonton.)
I met my husband when I was 16, started dating when I was 18, married him 10 days after I turned 21. We got married in the beautiful old church he grew up going to. He's the best thing that ever happened to me. I tell anyone who will listen (and lots of people who won't) about how wonderful he is. We've been together 11 years now and I still get excited when he walks into the room.
We have 3 beautiful, hilarious, imaginative and big-hearted babies together. Being their mom is my favourite job, I can't believe my days are spent loving them and listening to them.
Our life revolves around our Catholic faith, reading lots of good books, homeschooling, cooking good food, loving our friends and family and going on adventures.
My own babies are growing up faster than I can wrap my head around - which is why I fell in love with photography. I can't actually freeze time, but photos are the next best thing. I'm passionate about creating art that takes you back - makes you feel like you're re-living a memory.
Alberta will always be my home.
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Tiny toes, smushy kisses, screechy giggles. Their arms around your neck, the way their hand fits into yours, the way they light up when you walk into a room.
Time is a thief, the cliche is so true.
I like to think of photography as a way to steal a piece of that time back.