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Hello and welcome to my photo blog. I am Karen McKinnon, a Vancouver Island based photographer - a gal fortunate to be living my passion. The blog is where you can see recent sessions, keep in touch with what is new around here (and I promise you it is never dull) and get a better sense of who I am, what I love and how I show it. 

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I am not really back from holidays yet, well I am back in the valley, but trying to take on what is called a "staycation" around here. It's tough though as I am itching with ideas I want to get to work on.
My trigger finger was twitching yesterday so I put together a last minute shoot with one of our children and her best friend, I am heading out for a shoot today and have a few more sprinkled throughout the week, however, other than photographing I am suppose to be just living some r&r - we'll see how that goes!!!

I have a few shoots brewing and need a few subjects.
 
- a pregnant woman at least 32 weeks along who also has a child between the ages of 2 and 5.

-  an outgoing child between the age of 5 and 8, who is willing to play dress up with us.

- an outgoing sibling pair between the ages of 6 and 10 who is willing to play dress up with us.

You would receive a complimentary photo session and a mini-brag book. If you aren't already one of our clients you would also receive all the perks that clients receive such as access to preferred pricing for future sessions and our complimentary mini-session days. You would also be able to order photographs from our current presentation list at 20% off for a limited time.

These sessions will be scheduled asap - and guarantee to be loads of fun. Because I am trying to capture a certain look I ask that you email us at info@mckinnonphotography.com with a photo (don't worry about the quality.)

I will update this post when the casting call has been filled.


update on casting call: looking for a sisters duo approx five-year-old and eight-year-old thanks to everyone who have submitted so far, we will be making our selection in the next few days


Update: SPACES HAVE ALL BEEN FILLED!! Thank you to everyone who contacted us.

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Heather Robertson:

If you want him, Jackson will be the single who wants to play dress up with you guys. Heather

(03.07.10 @ 09:28 AM)
Marieke:

My girls are always available if you haven't found anyone yet.

(03.07.10 @ 11:27 AM)
Heather Beckett:

I put it to G + R, and they are both keen if they are what you are looking for. Heather

(03.07.10 @ 01:06 PM)
Melanie:

C and A are interested (C especially....the boy loves the camera).

(03.07.10 @ 02:59 PM)
JoAnne:

Liv's always up for a photoshoot!

(03.07.10 @ 04:07 PM)
Jaki B:

I sent you an email to throw two of mine into the mix. :)

(03.07.10 @ 04:56 PM)
Dana Watson:

Kristina loves to dress up, and loves you of course! She would be thrilled, hope you find everyone you need soon!

(03.07.10 @ 08:35 PM)
Jen :

okay, i'm only 26 weeks but i've got a nice big belly! i definitely have a child between 2 and 5!

(03.07.10 @ 09:47 PM)
Dianna:

Karen: Emma would love to do some modeling. She absolutely adores dressing up as we just did a play shoot a while back and we had so much fun!

(03.07.10 @ 11:46 PM)
Tara:

Miranda and William fit the bill and they are dress-up and fantasy play maniacs. We're home through Spring Break... just give us a call if need be. :) 339-4605 Miranda says "hi" to Sela.

(03.08.10 @ 09:03 AM)
Karen M:

Once again, thank you everyone. The spots have been filled, but I have filed you all away for potential casting calls.

(03.15.10 @ 08:14 PM)
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"Making the decision to have your child is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body." - Elizabeth Stone


Olivia's parents were wedding clients of mine and I have had the chance to keep connecting with them as they grow and evolve.
Seeing them go from newlyweds to parents is just a perk of my job. 

I love the quote above and saw it on a card the other day and it made me think of them. They came walking into the studio with their six day old beauty and I could feel their love, it filled the room.

Thank you so much for continuing to bring me into your life, you have one very beautiful and special little person!


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Ruth Parsons:

Olivia is just beautiful. Beautiful photography too!!
Thank You for sharing her with us.
I hope you get a bunch of "free" 8 x 10 pictures of her, and a whole lot of "freebies" for birth announcing or whatever else you want them for.... maye one will fit in her baby book. :-D

(02.16.10 @ 12:26 PM)
Nadine Simpson:

Wow, I don't think Olivia could look anymore like an angel! This is such a beautiful shot!

(02.16.10 @ 12:29 PM)
Barb Nichols (Gramma):

Just as beautiful and precious as the moment she was born....Nice job Karen you captured her perfectly

(02.16.10 @ 12:38 PM)
Kristina K:

Absolutely a beautiful picture! She looks like a little doll! It's been great seeing how excited her grandma has been!

(02.16.10 @ 01:38 PM)
Anonymous:

Beautiful baby.

(02.16.10 @ 01:53 PM)
karen mckinnon :

i have lots of fave's but love her lips in this one, isn't she adorable!

(02.16.10 @ 05:58 PM)
Amy Gibson:

Love the hat and booties! So sweet.

(02.16.10 @ 08:45 PM)
Shawny:

Wow she is so precious!!! Angelic!!

(02.16.10 @ 10:49 PM)
Laura Isaacs:

Such a beautiful photo of a beautiful baby.

(02.17.10 @ 06:58 AM)
Sandra McLaughlin:

Thank you for all the wonderful comments and Karen for the beautiful photo! We can't wait to see the rest. Having Olivia's photos done with Karen was so much. Karen it is always a pleasure to work with you, thus we knw we had to have you take Olivia's photos!

(02.17.10 @ 11:56 AM)
Karen M:

Awww .. thanks Sandra, I am so thankful that you brought in Olivia to hang with me - I truly and sincerely love the people I work with an my wedding clients hold a very special place in my heart - seeing you two, well now three, so happy, makes me really smile!!

(02.17.10 @ 05:32 PM)
Karen & Eric:

Olivia is a beautiful baby who's image was captured wonderfully by a very talented artist/photographer!! Olivia is a precious pink gift from God! Congrats to the entire family!

(03.26.10 @ 09:03 PM)
Karen McKinnon:

She really is a beauty! Thanks Karen and Eric for the kind words

(03.28.10 @ 10:47 AM)
Anonymous:

Beautiful baby! Amazing photographer!

(03.31.10 @ 10:08 PM)
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One more to share - D is just an absolute beauty. Her sister has been a client and friend so I had heard all about D for years. It was lovely that she was able to come into the studio while she was visiting from out of town.
I hope it added to your feeling of holiday!

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A baby in their first week makes my heart melt.

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This sweetie is just stunning, so calm and even at this young age so full of expression. Welcome Jordan, it was an honor to capture your beauty.
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Bevin:

Gorgeous.

(01.30.10 @ 10:00 AM)
Judy Rombough:

Love the picture of my new grandbaby, Jordyn. She is pretty sweet if I do say so myself.

(01.30.10 @ 10:32 AM)
Danielle:

She is an angel. Oh so sweet.

(01.30.10 @ 11:57 AM)
John Rombough:

Beautiful picture of my beautiful grand daughter

(01.31.10 @ 10:06 AM)
Karolyn:

a beautiful wee addition to the world - welcome!

(01.31.10 @ 02:11 PM)
Angela Gold:

This picture beautifully captures the serenity of the quiet times with Jordyn. She is such a wonderful baby. I love you Jordyn! XOXOXOX Auntie Angie

(01.31.10 @ 03:00 PM)
Shelley Balaban:

Jordyn you are gorgeous! We can't wait to meet you! Grandpa is so proud and I'm thinking I'm loving being a Gramma! Love you always :))

(02.05.10 @ 05:27 PM)
Shelley Balaban:

Jordyn you are gorgeous! We can't wait to meet you! Grandpa is so proud and I'm thinking I'm loving being a Gramma! Love you always :))

(02.05.10 @ 05:28 PM)
Kristi Martin:

Perfect little angel!

(02.06.10 @ 05:15 PM)
Pierre Vezina:

Beautiful!! :) ;)

(02.06.10 @ 05:17 PM)
Tracey:

" Precious Little Angel" who belongs to " 2 Precious Big Angels" ! ... She is ... So Sweet !

(02.08.10 @ 03:26 PM)
Christy LOUGHEED:

Beautiful photo. She sure is precious!

(02.18.10 @ 11:28 AM)
Christy LOUGHEED:

Beautiful photo. She sure is precious!

(02.18.10 @ 11:29 AM)
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What a weekend.

Saturday brought a little farmer's market time followed by beautiful Bella Sessions - stunning women!
Sunday was a go-go-go day, as Christine and I were at the Comox Valley Wedding Show. The show was fantastic, we met so many warm enthusiastic people, and it is interesting talking to brides about what gets them pumped about photography.
Thanks to everyone who stopped by, we appreciate you saying hello and taking time to find out what we are all about. Hopefully you are as excited about photography as we are.

A big kudos to those of you that came by even though we had talked before and you knew I was already booked for your day - it feels really good that you still took the time to stop by our booth and say hello - made me smile. You are awesome.

I wrapped up the day with a good old Atlas dinner with the amazing company of a few other professional photographers.  Good times.

I brought my camera to the wedding show, but totally failed to use it. Lame move on my part.

But because a post is better with a photo I bring you the blue eyed beauty Nova.

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And I had to share this one - so funny!

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Lily and Simon cruised into my studio with their huge smiles, warm personalities and equaly captivating parents.

Maybe it was the smiley sticker I had on my tummy the whole time, (which I didn't notice till after the shoot, because that is just how cool I am,) that made this session extra fun. Or maybe it is just the way Lily and Simon's family roll.

But, just try telling me that they are not a huge ray of sunshine (which I just found out is, appropriately, Lily's nickname).

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happily updating because everyone wanted to see a family shot -

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Jackie Long:

PHENOMENAL photos of Lily & Simon....So so great. I absolutely love them.. WOW!! Looks like they enjoyed themselves alot. Correct, the parents are amazing!!

(01.14.10 @ 07:34 PM)
Michelle Lacroix:

So that's what my nice and nephew look like..................... awesome pictures, I love the candide shot of Lily and the beautiful blue eyes of Simon

(01.15.10 @ 01:40 PM)
Laurel Steed:

OHHH MY! Brings tear to my eyes. what unbelievable photographs of the most precious children.
Love them.

(01.15.10 @ 06:38 PM)
Ray Negenman:

These photos are quite incredible. They truly capture Lily and Simon’s personalities. Well done!

(01.15.10 @ 09:03 PM)
Stephanie Aubry:

WOW! Those are some really nice shoots of Simon and Lily! Where are the pics of mom and dad?! :)

(01.17.10 @ 07:41 AM)
Seela and Chayton:

Oh for goodness sakes!!! So naturally beautiful and cute.....

(01.17.10 @ 12:30 PM)
liz girard:

wow, they look so fantastic, bright and sunny - you are right! way to go family!

(01.17.10 @ 02:01 PM)
Alison Ritchie:

Fantastic! They capture the essence of these wonderful little people, and their incredible bond with each other...Would love to see the whole fam shot too!!

(01.17.10 @ 03:02 PM)
Fiona Miller:

Love the photos of Simon and Lily! Those will be cherished!

(01.17.10 @ 03:14 PM)
Michelle Chatterson:

Total sunshine! Love the photos and agree with Alison, would love to see the family shot! beautiful...

(01.17.10 @ 03:20 PM)
xander oldaker:

great photos, could they make me look that good?

(01.17.10 @ 03:23 PM)
the smiley's:

Superb pics...they are the most adorable kids.

(01.17.10 @ 06:53 PM)
Dominique McGrady:

If only they really felt that much love for eachother! (Just kidding!) How beautiful! And I agree I want to see the mom and dad shots!

(01.17.10 @ 09:10 PM)
Karen M:

they are a really amazing family, seriously! Sounds like I better blog a family shot.

(01.18.10 @ 08:18 AM)
marianna stephens:

Karen, you've captured the true innocence of these two little ones, and now I'm waiting to see that family shot!

(01.18.10 @ 09:54 AM)
Lorraine Lacroix:

They are FANTASTIC!! Grandparents love to see this! I love the ideas of the layouts!

(01.21.10 @ 07:26 AM)
Don Pollard:

Great Pictures of the Whole family, can't believe how much the kids are growing

(01.21.10 @ 08:04 AM)
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