Documentary Family Photos

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





14 family members? …. and 4 are young children? ….. and a dog? That’s the kind of session that tempts comtemporary photographers to go old school and do formal posed portraits with everyone gazing into the lens and smiling. This family of 14 helped me avoid that temptation by just being themselves; a spirited state…
I first met Zelia Bester, a friendly, welcoming photographer when she introduced herself to me at an event in Guelph. Zelia’s portrait studio specializes in maternity, baby and family photography. You can visit the Zelia Bester Studios website here –> www.zeliabesterstudios.com Her relaxed, easy going attitude convinced me that she wouldn’t need any coaching to…
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…
I arrive at my friends’ place on a Sunday and Rebecca invites me in to this old home where they have made (literally and figuratively) a sanctuary of warmth, comfort and good energy. Young Maya is keenly aware of energy and emotions and she responds to them, so no faking it around her! …. and…
Happy together. Adoring parents who want to capture, with their daughter, Zeeva – how she is loved. Documenting your family life with babies this age is as simple as . . . doing what you do together. Play. Cuddle. Sing. Explore. Photographs can save these memories of your real life together. See more family photographs…
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…