Photos and Memories: Organizing My Photography Portfolio

A goal I had on the ‘back burner’ for a while was accomplished over the holidays before the new year! Spread your wings… let me introduce 2026 to you! There are some images that even though they may be 10+ years old, are still favourites of mine… so I re-organized my entire photo library ofContinue reading “Photos and Memories: Organizing My Photography Portfolio”

Talking to Self | Rest & Boundaries

Josie’s guidelines; Write a poem (up to 20 lines) as a conversation, text thread, or inner dialogue. Let the two voices go back and forth — negotiating, hesitating, contradicting — but never quite landing on a plan. Play with repetition and everyday details to build tension and show who these people are. Slip in small observationsContinue reading “Talking to Self | Rest & Boundaries”

Charming Winter Streets of Small Towns: Mount Forest

Who can resist small town winter snow covered streets – not this girl! One of my favourite streets in town for the beautiful big old trees! January 1st is for doing things that fill your heart, for me of course I had to go for a photo drive through town, I had to be outContinue reading “Charming Winter Streets of Small Towns: Mount Forest”

Hello 2026

Hello 2026 – the year came in like a gentle lamb. Looking outside at the freshly fallen snow, like a blank beautiful canvas awaiting our painting. The sunlight streaming through the front doors and windows. Cold, yet the warmth of the sun pulls me in. This year began with a beautiful diffuser blend. Beautifully aligned.Continue reading “Hello 2026”

Happy New Year 2026

I came across this photo and quote a couple days before New Years. I have been filling my creative desires with revamping my photo storage and porfolio. As a hobbyist photographer I take great pride in my images captured and the canvases I create for my loved ones! I remember taking this photo in 2014,Continue reading “Happy New Year 2026”

More of This!

What is the one thing that truly lights up your life – beyond your job, husband/wife, kids, etc… what is YOUR thing?! Mine, is photography. One thing I am leaving within 2025 is allowing others opinions to force change in my own life. Or be a source of anxiety or fear. In a broad formContinue reading “More of This!”

The Significance of a Simple Snapshot in Family Moments

One of my favourite things about photography is going back through the images. I used to check my camera far too often while in the moment and shooting, now I aim to shoot conservatively and encourage my family members who get handed my camera. I am however able to be much more present in theContinue reading “The Significance of a Simple Snapshot in Family Moments”

Capturing Family Legacies: The Art of Holiday Memories

Thinking of all those who have a conflicted heart this season. Where you are missing someone, or many people from your life, perhaps both living and passed on. All while also living your own life. Following your heart, being in the moment, lit up by your passions and loving life. Having fun, laughing. Excited. ItContinue reading “Capturing Family Legacies: The Art of Holiday Memories”