Stanley Park Family Portraits || Vancouver, BC

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This family is awesome and showed up all in plaid! They love spending time together, and it's evident that Brother and Sister are the ultimate dynamic duo. I've been their photographer since big brother was just a few months old.
This Fall, we met at Stanley Park for another family portrait session, and have the kids grown!
It was all giggles and goofiness capturing those real family moments. Brother and Sister are actually Besties, but it was fun getting them to wrestle it out a bit for some cute sibling rivalry portraits.
Their sessions are always so enjoyable, full of cute kid moments and the kind of family love that makes you feel warm and fuzzy inside.
See their previous sessions HERE.

Remembrance Day Thoughts

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Today I’m thinking of my great uncle Donald (Don) McCrae who was a R.C.A.F. pilot in WW2.
He was an avid photographer and took the photo below of my Grandpa Alex McCrae at the summit of Mount Revelstoke at Heather Lodge.
Don built the lodge in 1937/38 and managed it until he enlisted in 1941.
He was a champion skier/alpinist and once ski toured from Revelstoke to Banff!
Sadly, I never had the joy of knowing him as he was listed as missing in action May 28th, 1944.
He was 28 years old.
I do have Don’s camera, a 1920 Kodak autographic camera, gifted to me by his nieces, and quite possibly the same camera that took this beautiful photo of my Grandpa.

Alexander (Shorty) McCrae at the Heather Lodge on Mount Revelstoke.

Donald McCrae, Royal Canadian Air Force

East Vancouver Family Portraits | Trout Lake Park

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This has become a cherished tradition the past four years. Every fall around the same time, we meet at Trout Lake Park to create a new birthday portrait for the wall in their home.
You can see their relationship deepen and the happiness radiating from these moments is heartwarming to capture. The sessions are filled with laughter and sweet moments, turning their walls into a gallery of beautiful memories.
See last year’s session HERE.

Mustafa Akhtar || West End Vancouver Headshots

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I recently photographed Vancouver Realtor Mustafa Akhtar in Vancouver’s West End neighbourhood.
Mustafa serves clients in the West End and wanted to utilize some of the older buildings for his new branding images.
Collaborating and getting to know him was a pleasure. As we walked through the neighborhood, he shared stories about the history of some of the older buildings and why he loved them.

“I worked with Belle to get Headshots done… it was not only fun to do the shoot with her, but the results are fantastic.”

Kids up Front Vancouver | Move than a Movie

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Kids Up Front Vancouver provides enriching experiences, including arts, culture, and sports events, to deserving children and youth.
I was invited to capture the pure joy on the faces of over 1,000 kids and their families at their annual ‘More Than A Movie’ event. I had a blast chasing kids around while they kicked soccer balls, threw footballs and baseballs, and hung out with mascots from the BC Lions, the Bandits, and the Whitecaps. To end the event the children and their families were treated to watching The Little Mermaid on the world’s 2nd largest screen.

Kate Pierre || Granville Island Headshots

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Kate Pierre is the owner and designer at KATE&FRANCES DESIGN.
Kate is a visionary who couldn't find the clothing she desired to express her true self. Her vision came to life in the form of versatile, body-friendly dresses that exude style and comfort. In fact, she’s wearing one of her designs in these portraits.
Kate contacted me to create portraits to launch a new career path and website. Her services will be a kaleidoscope of fashion industry consulting, career advice, and education—all rolled into one stylish package.
The portrait setting couldn't have been more perfect. Granville Island's vibrant atmosphere, with its colourful textured walls, provided an ideal backdrop for capturing Kate's personality.
As Kate prepares to unveil her new Fashion Consultant website, I can't help but feel proud to have played a part in this visual storytelling experience with her.
VISIT KATE’S NEW WEBSITE HERE.

Sunset Birthday Session || Revelstoke, BC

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There's something simply lovely about returning to your hometown, where memories linger around every corner.
This time, I was back for a visit, and it was a special occasion - my niece's birthday. Instead of a typical gift, I decided to give her something truly timeless: a portrait session.
You see, my niece adores horses; they are her source of joy and wonder. When she asked if we could do the portraits at the equestrian grounds, how could I possibly say no?
As I look back on that day, I can't help but smile at the magical portraits we created. It's a reminder that some of life’s most cherished moments unfold when we’re simply being ourselves.

Jericho Beach | Vancouver Family Portraits

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It feels like just yesterday that we gathered at Jericho Beach Park to capture the beautiful anticipation of a growing family during their maternity session.
Now, as spring arrives, we find ourselves returning to Jericho Beach. This time, it's for a "Welcome to the Family" portrait session, celebrating the arrival of their newest family member. What truly warms my heart is the lasting connections I've forged with this wonderful family, as we continue to create memories together year after year, marking their families milestones.
View their maternity session HERE.