The Steven's extended family // Peterborough Portrait Photographer

Chantelle contacted me months ago inquiring about a gift certificate for her mother, Debbie's birthday. We chatted through email back and forth and Chantelle told me that Debbie has 5 siblings, one of which lives in BC and they don't get to spend time with her as much as they would like. But she would be visiting (finally) in March so Chantelle wanted to give her Mom the gift of portraits of her family.

I thought this was so sweet of Chantelle to be sooo thoughtful and treat her Mom (and aunts and uncles) to this special gift.

Unfortunately we were one sibling short because she was on vacayy down south, but the 5 f us had a blast! I hope you like the images, I really enjoyed meeting you all and shooting them for you :)

*jad

What's out your window?

Recently Matt and I put some bird feeders in our yard, I wasn't really 'into' having a million birds swarming the house but I did think the little houses and feeders were adorable. After only a few short days we didn't have the crazy flock of birds I had originally envisioned BUT some reallllllly cute litttle ones... And they hooked me!

I love them, and I feel like a senior citizen because I sit at the window with my cat (dollyparton) and we bird watch! And one day I even got a few cool shots of them (through the window - it was like -7000 outside!)

Takeee a look!

Ms. K Boudoir - Peterborough ON Boudoir photographer

Last week I had the chance to do some boudoir work - which I havn't done much of before so needless to say I was veryyy excited! It was just a quick session, but I think we got some great shots and Ms. K, well you are gorgeouuuuusss. Like seriously, rarrrwww! I loved working with you, you are beyond photogenic and I hope you enjoyed the session :) I love little opportunities to expand my photography skills and to force myself to think outside the box, I really think the only way to become better at your craft is to practice practice practice... and do things that make you scared and a little uncomfortable. Boudoir is a wholllle new territory for me, but it's one I'm excited to explore!
I think it is an incredibly sexy gift you can give yourself or a loved one. It's a fun experience, and it makes you feel like a supermodel. Everyone should try it, you may surprise yourself and awaken that inner sexy diva ;)
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Bree // Peterborough Family Photographer

Bree came over for a visit last week, and my has she grown since I last photographed her at Thanksgiving! She is the sweetest little girl ever, like seriously ever. I could not get enough of those biiiiiiggg blue eyes and pink bow in her hair. I wanted to keep her cuddles all for myself (momma would have no part of it though, I even offered to babysit for the night, weekend, week? whatevvva)
Bree is identical to her momma, and even has that same easy going personality and kind smile. She was intrigued/terrified of our pup Dakota and thought it was hilarrriouuus to tell her to "get out now!!!"
Ashley and Chad, here are a few quick images I managed to snap of your little angel. I hope you enjoy them, and cherish your sweet girl.

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Happy Groundhog Day

yikes, I don't thing the little guy is going to be seeing his shadow but somehow I don't think winter is even close to being over :(

Baby Wesley // Peterborough Family Photographer

Proud parents, Nikki and Matt along with Grandpa Gary came over to my place on Sunday and I had the pleasure of photographing little Wesley for the first time! At almost two weeks old, he is soso strong and had tons expressions which were hilarious at times! I loved capturing this tiny bundle as much as I loved snuggling him.

holding daddy's hand <3

Grandpa and Wesley, he's a perfect fit in your arms!

Nikki and Matt your new family is so beautiful and I wish you all the best, you're going to be great parents! And Grandpa, it was beyond sweet seeing you with your little man - he is going to idolize you! These are a few of my favourites, I hope you love them as much as I do.



Enjoy your little cutie :)

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some client loveeee

I got this lovely note in the mail just before Christmas but Matt and I were in the process of buying our first home and moving, that I decided to tuck it in a safe place so I could blog about it later... Yesterday as I was reorganizing I came across it and it was such a nice surprise that I had had hadddd to share it with you all asap!
I shot Allison and Greggs engagement back in august (http://jadphotography.blogspot.com/2010/08/allisongreg-engaged.html) and their gorgeous wedding in September ( http://jadphotography.blogspot.com/2010/09/greg-allison-married-toronto-wedding.html) and on both occasions they were awesome to photograph and so much fun to hang out with!
Thank you both so much for the kind words, it meant a lot to me :)

helllloooo 2011 //Peterborough ON Photographer

I have to admit that I have been a HUMONGOUS slacker in my holiday blogging. And I blame it all on the holiday cookies and movies that have been occupying my time. But seeing as it is a new year, I thought I would send a little internet love and thanks for a rather extraordinary year 2010 has been.

I hope to have an even better 2011 filled with an abundance of love from family and friends, a ton of home renovations and of coarse a full schedule of photography sessions with familiar faces and new ones too!

To kick off the start of whats to become to best yearrr evvvvvver I have come up with an even more exciting 'just because' portrait session. Send me a little note to find out more and book your session!

Thats all for now, but I wont be such a blogging stranger this year... I promise! Here's a cutey shot of our darling little girl at our New Years cottage retreat! She loves life, for real!
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