She has this expression, one of interest and compassion, yet, ready to laugh. That is what I adore about her, we can have deep honest conversations that include great amounts of humour - which I suppose is very similar to the music she creates. 

This image makes me truly happy that through our years of creating photographs together, and crossing paths around the community, that I am able to call her a trustworthy and valued friend. 

This year, it poured!!! POURED! Their was talk of photographing them in the studio, however as the owners of Cona Hostel in downtown Courtenay and Cona Shuttle and Tours and as general outdoor enthusiasts, it just didn't seem right. 

So we did a last minute reschedule based on an optimistic weather report for the next day.  

Thankfully we were rewarded and we headed off to play in some fall leaves along with a wee bit of sunshine. This time of year I always leave time in my schedule for flexibility with the weather. 

If you are not familiar with Karla and Brian and their business, take a minute and check out their website, they offer a fabulous option for travellers and I have heard nothing but rave reviews. 

They are stellar people and to top it off they hang with the charismatic, gorgeous and adorable Zander. 

Thank you for the super fun session! 

I loved my logo and it has served me well. 

However, I have changed and so has my style. I was more than ready for a new look and Better Mousetrap was where I turned. I have worked with marketing whiz Lisa Henderson, the founder for years, she has been my client, I have been hers and we have worked together on projects for shared clients. Earlier this year, Emma Payton joined the business as a partner. Emma has a background in business management, and I have seen her magic at play both as a client, and with our shared clients and friends. Then there is Brenna Scott, I swear I would hire Better Mousetrap just to hang with her. She is full of on-line marketing solutions, creative ideas, press release magic and much more. Recently joining the crew is Jenny Deters, who has a reputation in this town for her caring, professionalism and skill in sales and marketing - she is one of those gals that makes things happen, she also happens to be my co-founding partner in the Love Affair Wedding Show (oh... total tangent.. look for a big announcement about the Love Affair Wedding Show next week, but meanwhile mark your calendar for March 3rd.) 

These are the gals of Better Mousetrap. These are the gals that created my new logo for me and have created marketing magic for many local associations and businesses. When they did their presentation to me I was prepared for them to have to go back to the drawing board, photographers are picky like that, however, they nailed it right off and I am thrilled. 

I really hope you all like it ... but.... you will have to wait until the New Year until I share! 

Meanwhile meet Lisa, Emma, Brenna and Jenny - the talented gals of Better Mousetrap. Now, one thing is missing from this photo - partner and marking fabuloso ( made that word up - good one eh?) - Jason Clayton. Don't worry Jason - we talked about you the whole time! http://bettermousetrap.ca/about

I knew photographing Kari and Matt would be a breeze. Six years ago I captured their wedding, with less than perfect weather, they were still a complete joy and breeze to photograph. It seems they passed that on! 

Their little fella Nicholas charmed the socks of of me. He was full of charisma, sweetness and is a undeniable beauty! 

It was so fabulous to catch up with them and get to meet Nicholas - he is one adorable fella!