Inspired by Family tree: newborn photo session of baby Kaia

I had the pleasure of photographing baby Kaia and her family. She was definitely not a sleepy newborn, and couldn't seem to keep her eyes off the world. One of the family dogs, Magnum, kept a close eye on what was happening, popping up in the scene, acting as Kaia's protector.

Some of the last photos I took were in the nursery. Parents Warren & Kate had painted the room pale yellow, and throughout the room were baby toys, with a special basket that held Kate's teddy bears from her own childhood. What I really loved about the room, was the silhouette they painted of a tree - the one right across from Bliss Bakery in Peachland actually. In the branches, they hung black & white childhood photos of family members, and one large hanging sign reads "a family is a little world created by love." Brilliant - I just love the idea!

I was inspired by the tree, and included it in a collage of baby Kaia.

Thanks Kate and Warren, for sharing the love of your new bundle of joy with me.

Kate told me that "Warren is absolutely smitten with his new baby girl"....awww, so sweet.

Mags made me laugh, how she'd just pop up to check out what was going on with baby Kaia.

 

This is the tree painted on the nursery wall - isn't it cool? Love the idea.

I'm not sure if it's clear on your monitor, but the tree silhouette is in the background of this collage.

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250.575.5964

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Vimy Officers Mess and RMC - wedding of Christine and Mike

I love that Christine used the Knot's personalized wedding website (http://weddings.theknot.com) to post lots of info and photos of herself and Mike, how they met, and fun facts about the wedding party. It's a really cool idea to share some personal moments with friends and family before the wedding...plus there's a wedding registry, guestbook, tips on things to do around the city, and maps to make sure no one gets lost on the wedding day.

Mike and Christine met while they were attending university in Kingston, but it took them a while to realize they were meant for each other as more than friends. They spent their first summer as a couple in different countries, while Mike completed flight training at home, and Christine spent several months traveling around Europe. When it came time to propose, Mike  arranged a weekend away at Mont Tremblant in February, but with Christine taking on a new job, his engagement plans were spoiled. Later that winter they took a trip to Ottawa and spent the night at the beautiful Chateau Laurier Hotel. While skating on the canal, Mike proposed to Christine.

Fast forward to May 28th, 2011. The day before the wedding was miserable, with a constant rain threatening to carry over to the weekend wedding. Saturday started off really overcast but it cleared by the afternoon, making it possible to hold the ceremony outside on the terrace overlooking Lake Ontario. Inside, the Vimy Officers Mess has lots of character and old-world charm, and the incredible scenic views at the Royal Military College were perfect for wedding  photos, and held special meaning to Mike as his alma matter.

Congratulations Mike and Christine! May you always share an incredible sense of humour, and hope you get to travel the world together.


Click here to view a "highlights video" of Christine & Mike's wedding.

 

 

 
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For more information, or to book a wedding consultation, please contact us.

Angelique Duffield, LSWPP

Creative. Stylish. Professional.

250.575.5964

Email: stylephotographykelowna@gmail.com

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