ImpaKt Makeup Artistry Session

A while ago a few girls and I got together will Tammy Nunweiler (owner of ImpaKt Makeup artistry) to get our makeup done by a pro. Although I didn't have the pleasure of getting my makeup done (the cons to being a photographer) I know I don't just speak for myself when I say we had a really good time! Tammy was very professional and personable, and as you can see from the images below ... very talented. I would like to send a special thanks to Tammy, Lisa, Holly and Melanie for taking part in this session. You are all beautiful!!! To see more of Tammy's portfolio, please visit her blog. To view this image larger, please click on it.

Amanda & Grant E-Session

Last weekend ... BEFORE the snow (wow did we ever luck out!) Yes, last weekend, I was able to get together with and photograph Amanda and Grant. Amanda and Grant were such an easy going pair, which really made this session a breeze. What a fabulous connection they have ... which is so very apparent in their extremely emotional images. Grant could make Amanda laugh at the drop of a hat .... and I have to say that his "crazy person laugh" made me laugh more than I ever have while out on a shoot. What a blast these two were!! I can't even begin to explain how excited I am to be a part of your wedding in September, 2009!! The details that I have heard about so far (and I won't ruin anything, just in case some of it is a surprise for guests) have me oozing with anticipation and excitement for you. I can guarantee that your day will be just as special as your love for one another and I can't wait to be there to witness your event. Thank you for being so much fun last weekend and I really hope you enjoy your "sneak peek". Merry Christmas!!

To view Amanda & Grant's Slideshow click HERE.

Regan & Aaron E-Session

Another LONG overdue blog post! Regan and Aaron, I apologize for taking so long to post this! A couple weekends ago I was able to travel to Lethbridge for an engagement shoot adventure. This adventure was especially unique as Regan is an old, good friend of mine. It isn't very often that I get a chance to shoot for people that I know really well ..... needless to say, I had a really good time!! Once again, we had slightly cool weather, but this minor set back wasn't going to influence our long time planned adventure! I was especially happy with this beautiful location that Regan and Aaron had in mind ... as I've always had a "thing" for this bridge - what a beautiful work of art it is. Adding to the adventure was Regan and Aaron's dog, Buck - who had no problems joining in on the fun. Buck is an energetic, fun loving guy and definitely kept us all laughing. What a sweetie. Despite being slightly distracted at times by his ever energetic nature, Regan and Aaron's images turned out fabulously! I am really looking forward to traveling with Regan and Aaron to their destination wedding in Mexico, taking place in May, 2009. It will be a pleasure to not only be a part of your engagement celebration, but your wedding celebration as well. I've really enjoyed watching your love grow and blossom over the years - and I'm really happy for the both of you and wish you all the best in your bright bright future ahead as husband and wife! Congrats friends and thanks again for a lovely weekend!

TeNeil & Greg E-Session

Last Weekend I had the pleasure of photographing this extremely photogenic couple. It was a tad bit cool that day, but I didn't hear one (not one) complaint from either of these two. They were willing to keep going as long I wanted ... which can be a bit scary when I get into my trigger happy creative moods! haha. Seriously though, TeNeil and Greg, I had such a great time with you last Friday and I thank you for being such a great couple to be around. You two are a match made in heaven and I wish all the best with planning your wedding in Hawaii this summer. It will be spectacular, I just know it!!








To view TeNeil & Greg's slideshow click HERE.

December, December

Oh December. In an attempt to slow down and enjoy Christmas, I have decided to take December off. I wanted to let my clients know that I will still be answering phone calls, emails and canvas order requests. However, I will not be shooting in the month of December. Sorry folks, no more last minute engagement shoots for this month. If you are patient enough to wait until the new year, I promise to return to shooting, a refreshed and rejuvenated Renee! I thought with the recent switch to wedding and engagement photography, that December was pretty much a sure thing to have off - being as it's definitely not the wedding season in this part of the world. However, I have been proven wrong! I am still as crazy as ever ... and with this years wedding season wrapping up ... I'm not going to lie ... I am tired! Like I mentioned earlier, the new year is a new year ... and I know that with a bit of time off, I'll be ready to dive into my passion once again. In the mean time, I plan on spending lots of time with my hubby cozied up in front of the fire place, Chirstmas shopping and sledding my 2 big goofy dogs, Oscar and Annie (if there is snow of course). Here is last year's Christmas card of my beautiful little family ... so that you are able to see why they deserve all the attention in the world around such a magical time of year. Merry Christmas!! Oh and I am still a few blog posts behind ... so still stay tuned!!

Photo taken by Jaylyn Wereley 2007.

Professional Photographers of Canada Convention

I have just returned from the Professional Photographers of Canada Provincial Convention. It was an amazing weekend, jam packed with fabulous speakers and endless learning opportunities. What a great experience! I couldn't have hoped for more! This was also the first year that I submitted prints into their competition. I was terrified and excited all the same time when my prints came up for judging. The whole process was anonymous, so I was really looking forward to hearing feedback on my prints from a completely unbiased perspective. As it turned out ... and I was COMPLETELY surprised, knowing how challenging such a competition is, all 4 of my entries were accepted and one received a merit score. All 4 prints were nominated for the best in their class and 1 won!!! My editorial entry won a very fancy trophy for the best in it's class. I was soooo excited to receive such an award from an organization as credible as the PPOC. In addition to the incredible honor of having one of my prints win, I was also nominated (1 of 3 photographers) for General Photographer of the Year!! Although I didn't win, I was incredibly happy and pleasantly surprised to even be considered. The fellow who won definitely deserved it, as he does amazingly beautiful work.... and I was ecstatic to even be considered for the reward at his side. What a great weekend!! So here are the 4 photos that I entered and their categories. To view the image larger simply click on it.

This was my winning print! It won best in it's class - Editorial category. yay!!


Nominated for best in it's class - Wedding Group category


Nominated for best in it's class - Industrial category


Nominated for best in it's class - Fine Art category

Darla & Trevor E-Session

This blog post is WAY overdue! Darla and Trevor, I do apologize for taking so long to post your sneak peek. This session took place the weekend before last and I couldn't be happier with the results! Darla and Trevor were a blast to work with .... getting these two to laugh certainly wasn't a challenge at all! What an unbelievable connection! I loved the guitar addition and I'm very impressed with Trevor's musical abilities considering he mentioned lacking a "key component" ... the guitar pick. Regardless, he did a great job. It wasn't just for show .... he actually did play some really good tunes! I'm very much looking forward to their wedding in September 2009, and I really hope that Trevor's guitar makes another guest appearance. What a romantic touch!







To view Trevor and Darla's slideshow click HERE.