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We frequently hear “I hate being in front of the camera” or “My partner is really camera shy”. This feeling is normal! Here’s how we handle camera shy wedding photos. 1. Movement is everything! If you feel lost, or stuck, we will give you something to do that involves movement. Movement really is the key […]

Tips and Tricks, Weddings

February 16, 2023

Camera Shy Wedding Photos

Camera shy wedding photos - Empress Hotel

Why you should be looking for 24/7 wedding text support when planning your wedding and hiring your photographer.

Tips and Tricks, Weddings

February 7, 2023

24/7 Wedding Text Support

24/6 wedding text support

It’s hard to know what you should get in your wedding photography package… but I need to let you know. You should be getting more than just photos. Let’s get into the details of what we include for all of our clients. Treat this like finding your fiance, know your worth, and don’t accept less! […]

Tips and Tricks, Weddings

January 25, 2023

What You Should Get In Your Wedding Photography Package

Wedding Photography Package

Did you know that most photographers have a gallery turnaround time of 8-12 weeks? That’s 2 or 3 MONTHS! 🤯 And you wouldn’t believe how many posts I’ve seen from stressed out couples who are past that 3 month mark. Just trying to reach out to their photographer for an update, with no success. If […]

Tips and Tricks

May 31, 2022

Gallery Turnaround Time

The holidays are a time for family to come together! It’s not uncommon for you to want to take your own holiday photo. We’ve all been there, it’s nearing the end of the night and before the family members with kiddos head home for bed, you remember you want to capture all the faces! The […]

Tips and Tricks

December 12, 2021

How to take your own Holiday Photo

How to take your own holiday photo

You may have noticed – Vouchers and gift cards are big around the holiday season. But why should you buy either? And is there any benefit to saving one for yourself? Here’s how to save money on your photo sessions and gifts, this holiday season. The holidays are an expensive time of year, so stocking […]

Tips and Tricks

November 24, 2021

How to Save Money – Session Vouchers

How to save money

Let’s talk about props at photo sessions! Remember when all of those fires ran rampage? While it wasn’t a fun time, it made for great photos. Hanna and Keiran were a dream to photograph, and while we didn’t have a ton of time, we got a ton of amazing photographs! What can you do if […]

Tips and Tricks

March 10, 2021

Props at Photo Sessions

Props at a couples photo shoot

This past winter, I had the honour of meeting and working with Vancouver Island copy writer, Natalie Gates. And man, I cannot recommend her enough! You probably don’t know what copywriting means. I sure didn’t until I purchased a course bundle that included a short tutorial on how to properly write it. If you’re anything […]

Tips and Tricks

January 31, 2021

Why You Need The Help Of A Copywriter

“2021 is my year!” – said no one ever. After the HECK of a year 2020 was, I get it. We’re all hesitant to expect too much from 2021, and are afraid that it will be the exact same as 2020… but guess what, friend… It won’t be the same. Want to know why?? Because […]

Tips and Tricks

January 12, 2021

5 Books to Grow Yourself in 2021

It’s that time of year, where you’re expected to spend hours creating, addressing and mailing holidays christmas cards to send to friends and family. I know so many of you already have the gorgeous photo you’re planning on using. But you’re dreading the design and mailing process of those dang holiday cards. I’ve teamed up […]

Tips and Tricks

November 24, 2020

It’s Time to Order Holiday Cards!