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August 15, 2011 // portraits

My friend and client Rhonda popped into the studio a few weeks ago for some updated images. I have had the opportunity to photograph her children, her family and it was lovely to just have her in front of my lens.

Rhonda, is known to many for her business Well Balanced Body - she is a personal trainer, yoga teacher and runs very popular bosu and bootcamp classes in her Comox Studio. Her fall class registration is on now, and you can check it out HERE.

Her classes are really fantastic!

Rhonda, as well as being talented and incredibly nice, you are gorgeous!!

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christine:

I love the images you chose, gives the perfect representation of the warm, smiley person she is :)

(08.15.11 @ 04:22 PM)

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Jen, Ron and Crew

August 5, 2011 // portraits

Life changes. Quickly. I re-connected with Jen ten years ago, when I walked into a room and our radars went up, remembering each other from our elementary years. I was new here, so was she, and having someone that was from our past, gave us an instant connection and comfort.

I remember perfectly getting together for coffee, she had just met Ron, and was optimistic about where it would lead. Now they have a full life together, with three beautiful children, careers they enjoy (Jen is basically a famous massage therapist at Harbourview in Comox,) a fabulous home and a dynamic group of friends.

Jen and Ron are a stunning couple and were easy to photograph - seriously you two! I adored capturing the different personalities of each of their little people - all so very different and so very, very cute! I just wish we got to spend more time together - xoxoxo

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Rhonda Parker:

What a beautiful family picture! Gorgeous!!!!

(08.07.11 @ 07:51 PM)

Jennifer Bobroff:

Thanks so much for the great session Karen, and your utmost patience and fun nature with the children! I can't wait to see the rest.

(08.08.11 @ 03:16 PM)

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Cathy and Erica-Mom and Daughter

August 5, 2011 // portraits

My mom is my role-model and my best friend, hands down - so I am always sentimental about a mother daughter portrait.

When Cathy and I planned her session she asked that it be casual, a little funky and with a bit of beach beauty thrown in.

We headed off to a favorite tucked away spot of mine and then hopped down to the beach.

I was fascinated by Erica and her strong sense of who she is, her style and her smarts - and inspired by Cathy's respect for who her daughter is.

Thank you Cathy and Erica for hanging with me and sharing so openly - it really was a special evening!

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Valerie Rybski:

What great pictures of 2 wonderful people!
I hope you can help me - I am trying to get a hold of Cathy or Erica and have been unable to. (I know, I really should sign up to facebook!)
Would you be able to contact either, particularly Cathy, and tell her that Val Rybski is looking to talk to her.
Many thanks!

(08.26.11 @ 01:34 PM)

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The Fosters - Comox Valley Couples

August 4, 2011 // portraits

Cheryl and Barry are well known by many in the valley as the proprietors of Comox Valley Clothing and as being incredibly nice. When I mentioned to some people that I was photographing them, everyone said, awwww.. .they are so nice.
They recently retired (good for them, not for me and my wardrobe) and I look forward to seeing what their next adventure is.

After many years of marriage and children, these two decided to have a session all for themselves, and you know I love that.
John often reminds me that eventually our children will be grown and gone, and when I look at Cheryl and Barry and how connected they still are, I am inspired to remember, despite the children, the schedules, the budgeting, the household duties, that him and I must always remember to take time for each other.

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Cheryl Foster:

Thanks so much Karen ,for the great visit down by the pier, the other day.I say visit, because you made the photo shoot feel relaxed ,effortless, and so much fun!!! You are a lady of many talents.Your amazing gift of photography, becomes a true and memorable gift for us, to treasure for a life time.Thanks again Karen.You are awesome,and we appreciate you very much.

(08.10.11 @ 10:56 PM)

Karen McKinnon:

thank you so much Cheryl - really, it was such a sincere pleasure to have that time with you two

(08.22.11 @ 06:38 PM)

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Brendan+Lauren's harbour engagement session

August 4, 2011 // portraits / wedding

A few years ago I began limiting the amount of wedding commissions I take, it was a tough decision, business wise and personally, as I love photographing weddins. However, my vision has always been to truly be able to form a connection with wedding clients - like I always tell them, "I will be at your wedding, and chances are I will be spending considerable time with you."

The rewards for my decision have been sweet. I feel like I truly get a sense of each couple I photograph, I think they also get to know me, which helps them feel comfortable on the day and makes the experience that much greater. A big part of getting to know couples is the engagement session, if clients live here, if they are able to visit or I am able to go to them, I srongly encourage these sessions. They are a fabulous way to get used to being in front of the camera, they are relaxed and show off a part of your life that you might not be able to capture on your day.

For Lauren and Brendan's session we headed out on the water and created some truly remarkable romantic images. They were fabulous as we hollered directions from a nearby boat. These two are stunning and adorable together, and I am so looking forward to their 2012 summer wedding.

Thank you Lauren and Brandan, for the super fun, lovely evening - I loved having the chance to get to know you both better and can't wait for your wedding!

Tough to to decide what to blog on this one....

But I love the intimacy here:

and the relaxed nature here:

and the moody feel here:

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