Photography found me in the midst of new motherhood. Art has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. Buying that first camera to document my new baby has led me to so many exciting opportunities.
Through the years, I have invested a lot of time in education, workshops, and many hours practising! I also wouldn't be where I am without all the encouragement from my family and friends.
Photography has blessed me with some of my most cherished relationships and many beautiful memories.
"The best thing about a picture is that it never changes, even though the people in it do." Andy Warhol
Throughout the years we have faced significant challenges and as our story continues to unfold, we've come to value the importance of it. Visual memories help us gain the confidence we need to share our stories. Whether our stories be of trials, suffering, or blessings and joy. These are the stories our children need to hear. The time for sharing those stories is now! Our story is one of hope, surrender, overcoming, and amazing grace.
There will never be a better time than now! Reach out below and begin the journey to sharing your story.
1. Reading- I usually have 3-4 books on the go at once. I love the classics, children's literature, and books that help me in learning more.
2. The Beach - If you've followed me for any length of time, you'll have noticed that I try to get to the beach as often as I can!
3. Tea - Earl Grey is my favourite followed by Chai
4. Donut Friday's - This weekly tradition has become a staple in our home and we can't forget a Friday!
5. Growing & Preserving Food - This tradition was passed down to me by my parents and I love being able to crack a jar of fresh garden salsa in the middle of winter and be instantly transported back to summer.
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One of the best things about being able to see my family last week was to hug them all! I’ve missed being able to do that!
Also, kids grow incredibly fast! The last time I saw these three kiddos was almost two years ago!🤯
We were treated with two beautiful weather days and one of them was scheduled as a photo session with my brother Greg & sis in law Karen and their three adorable kiddos!
When I see the stage of parenthood they are in now, it brings me back to the days when we were deep in the trenches of parenting littles! It’s exhausting and rewarding all at the same time!
Here’s some of my favourites from our time together at Mernum Beach just outside of #dunnville There’s so many more beautiful images to come!💗
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This post is a little overdue but I finally had the time to collect some beautiful images from the Winkelaar’s extended family session
Just before heading to Ontario, I was able spend time with these 37 awesome people! They were the best subjects and we had a great time together capturing some new and updated pictures.
Life with lots of grand kiddos is never short of dull moments! They loved being able to squeeze their grandparents when I told them to get closer!💗
This is only a small collection of many beautiful images! Looking forward to delivering their full gallery soon!
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Wedding days are full of many macro and micro moments. Often on our social feeds we are only shown the highlights and the must insta shots! But every day is filled with many little moments that really are the big ones that matter most.
Reception speeches are some of my favourite moments as they always reveal more layers of depth to my clients. I get to hear childhood memories, proud accomplishments and those early days of love blossoming.
Shin`s message to his parents transcended the language barrier and we all felt his words just by witnessing his parents reaction to his speech. Having lived away from his family for a number of years, he shared his appreciation to his parents in the sacrifices they made for him. I don`t think there was a dry eye in the room!
These are the memories I know will mean something to my couples as the years go by. It`s about their love but it`s also about the love shared for those surrounding them.
As photographers we get to be documenters of these moments, the important ones! These are the moments that continue to inspire and bring me joy! ❤
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Trying new things can be daunting sometimes! I often get in my head and freeze rather than just doing something.
But here’s to trying new things and having fun doing it!
And if anyone has tips or tricks for BTS footage, let me know! I’m a great student!😂
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I probably have said it before, but no wedding is the same. Yeah, we may pin the same pins and see the same trends everywhere, but in the end, your wedding is YOU!
There are many factors that go into each and every single wedding day the light, the time of year, the setting, the venue, the people and I could go on!
And here’s the truth no wedding should look the same. There’s so much joy in celebrating you and your uniqueness.⭐️
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of photographing so many different weddings, and even though the same events happen at weddings, it it’s always different.
I love the joy, the expressions, the unique elements to each wedding day!
My one piece advice would be don’t stress in trying to make your wedding like everyone else’s! Just focus on what brings you joy!
This compilation of photos represents different weddings throughout the many years that I’ve been able to photograph weddings. 💗 Each of them is unique, and each of them brings their own joy!
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Can I tell you a story?!
When I bought my very first camera about 16 years ago, I never dreamed that decision would have impacted my life in so many ways.
From a simple decision to wanting to document my daughter growing up, morphed into preserving all my children in their early years and now being able to serve so many other families.
If you are new here, I’m Kristin 🤗 Time passes incredibly quickly and I believe photos help tell your story of what life is like right in the here and now.
Life can change in an instant. I’ve found that out through hard experiences and through joyful ones.
Photography has the power of telling stories years after the moment occurred. I’m so incredibly grateful I have thousands of those memories of my own family. 💗
Being able to serve others is something that brings me so much joy!🙏
Is it time for you to create those beautiful memories with your family? Don’t wait!!
Comment below if you want to say YES to telling your family story this season!💗
Can I share something with you?! Actually, I’ve shared it before but it’s worth sharing again. 😉
Growth after life altering events is possible! I can go on about how this applies in so many ways but I want to share how it was made possible in my photography business.
After moving half way across the country, I wasn’t sure if my business had a future. I had to find all new clients, I had to learn an entirely new landscape (hello wind and dry prairie grass!) and I had to build from the ground up.
I decided to do what I’ve always done, just share and to keep doing what I love- taking photos! ♥️
When I received my first wedding inquiry only weeks after living in Alberta- I was shocked (and incredibly humbled!) it gave me hope and joy to know that can make this work!
Fast forward two and a half years later, I’m so so incredibly grateful to the many of you who have allowed me to photograph some of the most important milestones of your lives! It is not lost on me how you all have helped me to continue to do what I love! 🙌
So here’s to all that is to come! If you are looking for a joy filled photographer who finds beauty in the everyday, that’s me!💗
Follow along to see where the journey takes me!🌱🌸
There’s not much more beautiful than the miracle of a new baby. Yes there’s so much work, pain and tireless days that come with a newborn but there’s also wonder, joy and exhilaration. Newborns prompt curiosity. “I wonder what their personality will be like when they grow?” They prompt growth. They morph us in ways we’d never dream of. New life is the best gift.
Josie & Harrison recently welcomed their sweet son into their family and they are already so smitten with him. They are deep in the trenches with little sleep and attending to needs but they have also been filled with much joy and love!
Here are a few favourites from our session together!💗 They are saving all the sweet face pictures for only their closest loved ones but I love how all these images still evoke the new joy in their lives. Even Zelda the corgi is enjoying the new addition!💗
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