May 24, 2010

Sisters

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Mallory, Courtney and Madison trekked into the bush, over hills, rocks and gullies – all in their sandals! – to create some sweet images for their mom.  I was completely impressed and appreciative that they were up for serious hiking and had the perfect attitude to get this done.   These 3 laugh easily together and show a natural closeness, without coaching.

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Mallory used to go to Silverlake summer camp, where my daughter Kayla went.   . . . . yes, they’re still jumping in the cold lagoon before breakfast every morning!   Thanks for pulling this all together Mallory!

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Courtney is at my old school – Brock.   I wish she could have experienced Alphie’s Trough, the best campus pub ever  ( a beautiful ski lodge style building in the woods on the Niagara escarpment ).   Sadly, they turned it into a faculty lounge ( Booooooo!!).   So glad Mallory nudged you into unleashing your hair Courtney!

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Madison has a totally infectious grin and attitude.   She radiates good humour.   She could read a phone book and make me laugh.

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A slideshow of their session:



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Chris - Another great, warm series.

May 10, 2010

Jill Holland – Fitness Session

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There was a crowd –> 6 of us hanging out at my studio for Jill’s fitness session.   Jill’s amazing trainer, Lorne King of Absolute Health and Fitness was there.  . . . . . and 3 photographer friends came out to help me with on location studio lighting (and some extra gear!).   Thank you so much John, Rene, and Heather !

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She’s not only full of energy, up for anything and fun to photograph,  Jill is amazingly kind and always doing things for others.  Thanks for a really cool session Jill !

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No steroids.   Lots of raw foods.   Mostly vegetarian diet.   Weights 3 times a week with King Lorne.   Lots of cardio.   Incredible focus on training and diet.  = G. I.  Jill

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Lee Kools - Jill is everything you said and more! Not only is she beautiful, fit and kind. She is funny, witty and full of sweetness.

The pictures are amazing as is the subject. But I might be biased as she is my niece!

Janet Holland - One adjective not yet used to describe Jill is her determination. – It is sheer dogged determination that has enabled Jill to reach this level of fitness so that she can give her very best to the families in Costa Rica when she helps build houses there with Habitat for Humanity next week.

“You go girl!”

With love from Jill’s mom.

Fabulous photography!

Barb Busche - Wow Jill !!!
You are an inspiration to so many. Have a great adventure to Costa Rica; what an incredible organization.
Too bad we don’t live closer; you could put me through my paces and I think I would have a very hard time keeping up.
Way to go cousin !!!

Sue Masters - Am I surprised with what Jill has accomplished?…… Not one bit! Am I amazed and inspired by her?…..Each and every day! Jill is the “whole package”, kind, giving, witty, determined, strong, smart, proactive, responsible, thoughtful and beautiful. I congratulate her for her passion, desire, determination and strength in achieving this monumental goal and doing something worthy with her achievment in Costa Rica with Habitat for Humanity. Congratulations to Lorne for helping Jill succeed and Jay for being able to capture her success so perfectly! Congratulations Jill! So very proud of you!

Weider Fitness - Thanks for the pictures – Jill really seems like she knows what she is doing.

Jenny Grothe - These turned out amazing Jill. You look absolutely phenomenal!

Love - Impressive dimensional shots Jay! Jill is awesome!

Mike from Healthy Nursery Food - Excellant photos, you have captured this womans phisque perfectly.

David Mcintosh - Jill………your spunk and determination were infectious in school 20 years ago. You look great and a great representation through the photography of Jay. Spectacular! Dave

April 23, 2010

Clients and Friends

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Clients become friends.   . . . . friends you can ask for help.   Here’s some photos from my friend Aaron’s headshot session.   When my partner Denise had a job interview approaching with RIM, she wanted an inside scoop on how to prepare (she’s smart that way).    I called on Aaron, who has done his share of interviews, looking for the right people for his team at RIM.   . . . .  could Denise ask some questions?  . . . get some interview tips and advice?

He gladly offered tips and advice  . . . . and then some.   A few days after their 1st conversation, Aaron was on the phone again, this time running a mock phone interview for her.    Real help.  Practical advice.  Good information.   .  .  .  .  and a good chunk of his time, freely given, at the drop of a hat.
That didn’t lead to the RIM position.   . . . . but it prepared her well for that RIM interview  . . . .  which prepared her well for another interview . . . .  more on that below!

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When Denise’s position as a hardware engineer (designing circuit boards for industrial automation networks) ended several months ago, we were worried.   Our friends, Julie and Bruce were there, the moment they heard about it.   Offering help and advice.   Access to a professional network.  Helping her focus on positive, practical, effective steps.   Instead of fear.    I saw that same level of thoughtful initiative, when I 1st opened my portrait studio and Julie said, “we want to be your first clients.”    Here’s my favourite from that 1st session as a pro:

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There is something special about helping someone with these important parts of our lives.   Our livelihood,   our health,  our family.   I’m not naming everyone who has helped here.    ….. just saying,  cheers to you, my friends, your help and support means a great deal to me.

. . . . and where all this is leading . . . .   my engineer will be designing again – software and circuits – this time with locomotives and the train industry.  Congratulations Denise!!   It sounds like a great position and a really cool company with a great attitude.
Here she is without an engineer’s cap (where will I find one of those?):

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Chicago Family Photographer - You do such amazing work there in Waterloo, Ontario! I love the headshot and actor photography. Very creative and unique!

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