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.
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
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I am feasting on blue skies and enchiladas
drinking in warm air and the occasional margarita
being filled up with the laugh my daughter shares when a big wave almost knocks us over
It's all good, this gal is made for hard work followed by holidays. What makes a holiday extra sweet is being excited about what you get to come home to.
drinking in warm air and the occasional margarita
being filled up with the laugh my daughter shares when a big wave almost knocks us over
It's all good, this gal is made for hard work followed by holidays. What makes a holiday extra sweet is being excited about what you get to come home to.
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ola from Mexico
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After a wonderful evening at the Y.A.N.A. auction last night I am feeling very blessed (and a little tired,) but also goose bump excited as in a few hours I will be chilling on the plane heading to Mexico.
I am not one for balance in my life, I like to go hard, so holidays keep me charged up.
My sunglasses are packed, so is my page turner and bathing suit. There is no fleece, nor a hat, in my bag, For those that always ask I am packing just one camera body and a 50 mm lens.
This holiday is all about keeping it low key, and low stress.
See you soon!
I am not one for balance in my life, I like to go hard, so holidays keep me charged up.
My sunglasses are packed, so is my page turner and bathing suit. There is no fleece, nor a hat, in my bag, For those that always ask I am packing just one camera body and a 50 mm lens.
This holiday is all about keeping it low key, and low stress.
See you soon!
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Tomorrow is the annual Y.A.N.A. auction, a night I look forward to for so many reasons, in no particular order:
- the obvious, it is an amazing charity, that has made a difference in so many of my client's lives
- the evening leaves you with a big warm fuzzy, lots of love, lots of pride for our kick a** awesome town
- I am wowed by the crew that puts this event together, Lucy, Loretta, Anita, and the rest of the crew, you sure know how to throw a classy yet welcoming event
- I am going to have one big glass of wine
- I am going to wear a dress, which is pretty rare, because somehow, when I work a dress just doesn't usually fit the bill
- for the last three years I have presented a day in the life slideshow of a family who has used Y.A.N.A.'s services, doing this presentation always scares the crap out of me, and I thrive on things that challenge me and take me out of my comfort zone (other than bungee jumping, that is just plain ridiculous, and something I will never do.)
- this year, like last, I am donating a day plus more. You can own me for a day. It could be used to photograph family or children's sessions for a group of your friends, I could create a day in the life book for you, it could be used for a Bella Party, or for your own custom photo instruction day - there are lots of options. The only requirement is that you have to let us take great care of you!
I always get a bit nauseous when my item comes up in the live bid, that's where the big glass of wine comes in - I made John promise to bid on me if no-one else does.
Last year for the family who won our donation we spent thanksgiving day with them, and photographed candids as well as more than a dozen family portraits. It was crazy fun and this is what they told the folks at Y.A.N.A. about the experience:
At last year's YANA auction we bid and won an day with Karen McKinnon. We were thinking at the time that it would be a great way to get some family portraits but it turned out to be a fantastic experience as well. We shared the bid between 3 families, and when we came together for the photo shoot we had 22 people, three generations, and decades worth of friendship--it was a party and Karen and Jen (her assistant) jumped right in! It was amazing and very impressive to watch Karen arrange and organize such a large group of people, shooting hundreds of pictures each with its own unique and creative flare. Karen and Jen really made the day so much fun, we all left thinking "we have to do this every year!" We all waited anxiously to get a sneak peak of our photos on her blog a few weeks later and were thrilled with the results when we got to see the photos of our day. The experience and the end results really were priceless. Thank you to Karen for such a great experience and for your generous donation to YANA!
*fine print: the own me for day donation cannot be used for wedding services
Monica Hamilton:
No one bid on you? Laughing my head off! Seriously! You will, as always, rock it out. I look forward to seeing you. This year's feather boa is hot pink!
(02.18.10 @ 05:02 PM)
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I'm going to lay it on the line here. I have had these photos ready to blog for more than a few days, and I know that mom and dad have been waiting and checking. I kept going to blog them, and then I would move onto something else, even when I knew they were waiting.
My intention was actually to blog them right away.
But, I didn't know what to say. Sure I could fill this space up with words, if you know me, you know being chatty is one of my forte's - but I probably wouldn't say the right ones.
This session will be one of the most important to me this year, and yes, I know it is only February, but I say this with confidence.
I first met Taeia's parents last year when I had the privilege and unique experience of spending time with them at Vancouver Children's Hospital where I photographed their daughter Ali, who was fighting for her life. Ali passed away last year, and since then, the family has never been far from my thoughts, and I made sure to take life lessons from my experience with them - thank you!
Taeia entered this world to a family whose heart was already open and waiting.
She is a beauty, just like her mother, and a charmer, like her dad.
Thank you for letting me be part of your journey - your openness and honesty is inspiring - Taeia is a blessed girl. Happy Valentines Taeia.
Some knowing eyes:
love the superhero stretch:
My intention was actually to blog them right away.
But, I didn't know what to say. Sure I could fill this space up with words, if you know me, you know being chatty is one of my forte's - but I probably wouldn't say the right ones.
This session will be one of the most important to me this year, and yes, I know it is only February, but I say this with confidence.
I first met Taeia's parents last year when I had the privilege and unique experience of spending time with them at Vancouver Children's Hospital where I photographed their daughter Ali, who was fighting for her life. Ali passed away last year, and since then, the family has never been far from my thoughts, and I made sure to take life lessons from my experience with them - thank you!
Taeia entered this world to a family whose heart was already open and waiting.
She is a beauty, just like her mother, and a charmer, like her dad.
Thank you for letting me be part of your journey - your openness and honesty is inspiring - Taeia is a blessed girl. Happy Valentines Taeia.
Some knowing eyes:
love the superhero stretch:
Nana:
Wow!!! Karen you expressed how we feel, and you captured Taeia beautifully.
(02.14.10 @ 05:35 PM)
Chelsea:
Oh Karen, your write up got me all teary and by the time I got to the pics I was a mess. Thank you for the beautiful words and gorgeous photos. Like my mom said, you captured her just beautifully! I can't wait to see them all :)
~ Taeia's Mommy ~
(02.14.10 @ 05:59 PM)
Sarah:
Such a beautiful little girl! Great photo's!
(02.14.10 @ 06:10 PM)
Julie:
Taeia is a pure beauty and these two pictures capture it amazingly!!
(02.14.10 @ 06:14 PM)
Caleigh :
What a beautiful little girl. She will do great things in her life just as her big sister did.
(02.14.10 @ 06:37 PM)
Erica:
Beautiful little girl!
(02.14.10 @ 06:42 PM)
Charlene :
These newborn photos capture Taeia beautifully - a little girl who will bring so much joy to her parents. Lovely!
(02.14.10 @ 06:46 PM)
Ashley:
She is truly a gorgeous gift from big sister Ali. Beautiful photos!
(02.14.10 @ 06:50 PM)
Stacy:
She is precious! Lovely pictures....she has great eyes!
(02.14.10 @ 06:51 PM)
Michelle:
Beautiful pictures!!!
(02.14.10 @ 06:53 PM)
Celia Ambeault:
What a BEAUTY! They just don't make them any cuter than this!!
(02.14.10 @ 06:59 PM)
Kristin:
So gorgeous! Just love the shot with her eyes open - a photo they'll look back on forever.
(02.14.10 @ 07:18 PM)
Lyndsay:
She's a beauty!
(02.14.10 @ 07:22 PM)
Lisa:
Wow! She is beautiful!
(02.14.10 @ 07:24 PM)
Robyn:
Beautiful pictures of a beautiful (and VERY loved) little girl! We love you Taeia:-)
(02.14.10 @ 07:28 PM)
Emily:
Taeia is so gorgeous! She's so luck to be joining such a wonderful family who are going to love her so much!
(02.14.10 @ 07:31 PM)
Nat&Phil:
Congrats again! She's perfect!
(02.14.10 @ 07:38 PM)
Chloebelle:
She is beautiful! Great photos. I love the catch lights in her gorgeous eyes.
(02.14.10 @ 08:04 PM)
Kerry :
She is all kinds of wonderful, that baby there. Beautiful!
(02.14.10 @ 08:55 PM)
Michelle:
As always Karen, you have so candidly captured beauty and love... in photos and in words! These will be treasured shots for sure. Congrats again Chelsea & Jesse... Big welcome to Taeia!
(02.14.10 @ 09:04 PM)
karen m:
thanks everyone, we all know this is a very special little one - I look forward to watching her grow up
(02.24.10 @ 06:45 AM)
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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)My girls are always available if you haven't found anyone yet.
(03.07.10 @ 11:27 AM)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)C and A are interested (C especially....the boy loves the camera).
(03.07.10 @ 02:59 PM)Liv's always up for a photoshoot!
(03.07.10 @ 04:07 PM)I sent you an email to throw two of mine into the mix. :)
(03.07.10 @ 04:56 PM)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)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)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)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)