Documentary Family Photos

Karen, Chris and Lauryn came out for a play date.





Denise, Kayla and I spent 2 days scoping out cool grafitti, browsing Chinatown, hanging out and people watching. Aside from being my partner and daughter, Denise and Kayla are always willing to help me try out new ideas. They usually both contribute many of their own ideas too and I’ve learned how well their ideas…
My fellow photographer Zelia came out with her boys for family portraits. She’s always up for trying anything. Jakob Markus and Mathew were a riot! This kind of session is all about fun. I haven’t seen these guys since the winter and it was so cool to be talking with Mathew ….. cuz now…
Hey! – This is 2008’s special! For this year’s (2012) fall special, click here –> 2012 Fall Portrait Special …… It’s a beautiful time of year for outdoor portraits. ….. and that time will be gone in 6 weeks if you are afraid of the cold. I am offering Fall family portrait specials in the…
In less than 3 minutes after my arrival, Anne-Sophie presents me with 2 pictures she drew and coloured for me. My brows rise in appreciation. Julie and Jean-Francois have earned my instant respect with their mad parenting skills. This brilliant suggestion (to make some pictures – a gift – for me) created an instant friendly…
I had a wonderful time on a photography play date with this family. Nicole, Alexander and Olivia get along terrifically well together. Rita and her children are so easy going and friendly. Happy birthday Peter! Their session video:
All of the families were over for the holidays ….. so …. extended family portraits! I was thrilled when Deb told me they wanted these out in the snow! These are so much more natural and real than a studio backdrop. I crack a giant grin, knowing that a group of 19! people can be…