Tricia & Tianna

My cousin and her daughter met me at Campbell Valley park in Langley. Tianna sure had fun running about. She even had some great ideas for poses. She'd make a great little assistant! It was great to hang out today. I had a blast!

Snuggles with Mom.

Touching noses :)
She's good at the jumping shot!
Tricia
Love this one!
That wheel wasn't very wide - she did a spectacular job balancing.
Tianna - one of my favourite images of the day.

Bell-Murphy Family

I had a great time with Steph, John, and sweet little Julia! Steph is one of my co-workers and has been on mat leave for almost a year. The last time I saw Julia was at Steph's sister's wedding in February. It's amazing how fast babies grow and change! Thanks guys, I had a blast, and Steph, see you at work soon :)

Julia

Daddy's are great for throwing...and catching :)


Peek!

2010 Olympic Rigging of Banners on the HBC building downtown Vancouver

I had an amazing opportunity to photograph the rigging of the 2010 Olympic banners on the Hudson's Bay Company, downtown Vancouver. From down on the street below, to exclusive rooftop access (which was very tricky to get to), I had a great time! These guys worked so hard, starting in the wee early hours of the morning, and working almost around the clock, to get everything ready for the Grand Opening! I am so blessed and excited to be a part of our city getting ready for the Vancouver 2010 Olympics that will be held in 4 months.

There are 4 segments of each vertical banner - each of which took about 45 minutes to lower and tie into place.

The rooftop activity.
Men at work; cutting the banner frames.
My friend, Keely on the left; the only girl rigger! Way to go Keely - you rock!
Riding the banner down; steady as she goes.

Keely
Very strategic roping; safety first!
Nathan & Keely

Libby & Gavin

Last Saturday, I shot my first wedding as a lead-shooter. I thought I was going to be more nervous, but surprisingly, I wasn't. Thanks to Melissa and Dan for being so helpful in assisting me - you did great! Congratulations Libby and Gavin - I had a lot of fun with you. So glad we had time to do that shoot under the overpass!

Sisterly love...





And then, there was dancing...

Frolic In The Leaves

Dan & Christine

The wedding season is winding down now, and it's my second to last wedding of the season. Dan and Christine had amazing weather for their wedding, but a big cloud moved overhead just as we were finishing up their formals. While walking back to the car, and no rain in the forecast, we got soaked in the 5 minute downpour. Always a great time! Thanks, Anita - I, again, had so much fun working with you!


This little guy had a great smile - made us all laugh!



The storm moving in.
A few minutes before it poured.



The ring-finger fake-out.

Dan acting a little goofy - he's allowed. And besides, the spontaneity was awesome!