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August 19, 2009 // Wedding

Jacquie was referred to me by not only one, but two randomly mutual friends. It's a long story, but anyway... After meeting her briefly at our mutual friend Carly's wedding, and talking over many, many emails, I already felt like I knew her. After spending three hours with she and Mike wondering all over Winnipeg for their Engagement Session, I felt like we were friends.

Jacquie sent one of the sweetest Thank You cards ever!

On to the wedding! Mike and Jacquie wed on a gorgeous afternoon in July. Every detail was thought out, and Jacquie knew exactly what she wanted, right down to the circular set up ceremony. I was amazed at the confidence they had in me when it came down to the photography, especially location choice! After I came up with some ideas, Mike and Jacquie drove around town checking out my locations. They were honest, they had their doubts about my favorite spot, but they trusted me. Hopefully they'll feel it paid off! They were a dream to work with, giving me total creative control, and ample time to work with. It was a dream!!!

Mike and Jacquie, I hope you love your photos as much as I loved taking them!

a slideshow of the day can be found here.

This is one of my many favorites!

This next one is definitely another favorite!!!

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Kim Driedger:

Beautiful photos! I love the rooftop ones!! The dress hanging in the window looking from outside is really cool. Great job! It looks like a beautiful wedding.

(08.19.09 @ 02:28 PM)

jacquie:

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!! They're beautiful!! The one with the veil over our faces is my favorite too!! Love you Kara!!

(08.19.09 @ 03:37 PM)

Carly:

My god you are talented!! I love them all soo much. You have really captured true love once again.

(08.20.09 @ 12:35 AM)

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A little "Pick Me Up"

August 18, 2009 // Engagement

Cara just emailed me. She's having just one of those days. After reading my last little post, she was super hopeful my next post would be at least a sneak peek of her and Brad's engagement session. Well, I have had my share of bad days, and sometimes the smallest thing can turn it all around. Wish I had them all ready Cara, but hopefully this will help!

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Cara:

I sure am having one of those days!! Thanks for posting - sure brightened up my day!! They are awsome!! I can't wait to see the rest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

(08.18.09 @ 01:34 PM)

Rochelle:

WOW... what beautiful pictures!! LOVE IT!!

(08.18.09 @ 01:39 PM)

Jen :

WOW beautiful pictures Cara! I love the bright colors that you are wearing! You look gorgeous!

(08.18.09 @ 04:38 PM)

Kim Driedger:

I LOVE that one in the trees!! Looks like a fairytale!

(08.19.09 @ 09:33 AM)

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Country Charm

August 18, 2009 // Wedding

Here's a quick sneak peek of Harvey and Jenesa's Wedding. I am working on a different wedding post for tomorrow, so be sure to check back!

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Kim Driedger:

oooh! I can't wait to see more of these! Gorgeous couple too!

(08.19.09 @ 09:33 AM)

Erika:

I like this shot! I've tried it before too....reminds me of a very old classic photo...only i think there is a pitchfork in it instead of a bouquet!! great job Kara looks like you have been very busy!!

(08.19.09 @ 04:02 PM)

Kendra:

I love this!!

(08.21.09 @ 08:57 AM)

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Sisters - Holly & Heidi

August 16, 2009 // Lifestyle

When I was in grade 1 and my oldest sister Krista was in grade 6, the grade 6 class put on a Haunted House for Halloween. I remember how excited we were as our class lined up to go through, finally our turn! The room was dark, and there were tunnels to crawl through, slimy peeled grapes to put your hands in, and ghosts wondering around the room. I clearly remember the sounds as a tape of eery music played as I crawled my way through the tunnels made of cardboard boxes. Somewhere in the middle of my tour something jumped out at me in the darkness, just a friendly grade 6 student with face paint I'm sure, but it scared my little 6 year old self right out of my socks! I cried, and cried, and cried! My sister's classmates rushed to find her and she came running, ready to console me and wipe away my tears.

Growing up my older sisters were like my second and third mother. They were there for every scraped knee and lonely day at recess. They braided my hair and taught me silly dances, and how to play hopscotch. My younger sister was my best friend and my partner in crime. All three of them of course also helped me develop a thicker skin, as they taunted and teased. I'm still the most sensitive one, but imagine how bad I would be had I had no one to teach me to take it!

That said, when Holly contacted me about doing a sister shoot, I was all over it! I know first hand how special the bond between sisters is, and the opportunity to capture this for them was not one I was going to pass up! These girls had fun written all over them. When I suggested a theme they were more than excited to think something up. I love that they took an idea and ran with it, right down to the last detail.

Holly and Heidi are lucky to have each other. Being born with a built in best friend is such a special gift!

Enjoy the photos ladies!!

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Becky:

brillaint Kara!!! I love them all!! especially the tea party shots!

(08.17.09 @ 07:40 AM)

Holly:

I LOVE THEM!!! i wish i could do a photoshoot every week. thanks so much for the awesome pics kara!

(08.17.09 @ 09:53 AM)

Erika:

L O V E the colors and the idea. Tea party and bicycles! Love the giggle and the outfits!

(08.17.09 @ 10:16 AM)

joelle:

i adore these shots!!! they are so fun and the ladies look awesome!

(08.17.09 @ 11:22 AM)

Heidi:

These are SO awesome Kara!!!!! We had so much fun and they turned out perfect!!

(08.17.09 @ 11:34 AM)

Kim Driedger:

these are sooo awesome! I can't choose a favorite because they are all great! Looks like a fun day.

(08.19.09 @ 09:32 AM)

Kristel:

Oh these are fantastic Kara! Love the style/feel of them!

(08.19.09 @ 11:05 PM)

sonya:

i LOVE all of the pictures kara! these gals are so fun and stylish, love them!

(08.20.09 @ 04:26 PM)

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Andre and Christine

August 12, 2009 // Wedding

They met through Andre's brother and Christine's best friend, who happen to now be married, to each other. They dated a while, and met each others families, and everything seemed as it should be. The timing perhaps was just not quite right, and they broke up. Andre's mom teared up as she and Christine recounted the story at the salon the morning of the wedding. She was as sure then as she is now that Christine was the right woman for her son. Sure enough, she was right.

Andre and Christine wed on a beautiful day in July. One of few! The ceremony was a reflection of the couple themselves, focusing on God, and love, and music and worship. Their vows were unique, personal, and so heart felt. There were more than a few teary eyes as they exchanged the words that would tie them together forever.

Christine is blessed to have a man that will always look at her with that sparkle in his eye, and Andre is so lucky to have a girl that lights up every room she enters. Oh, and now Christine's best friend is her sister in law. That's pretty lucky too!

The slideshow can be found here.

Again, the slideshow is here.

Christine's Dress is from Stella's

Flowers from Costco!

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Jacquie:

I really like these greenery shots, everything looks so fresh and magical!!

(08.12.09 @ 04:38 PM)

Gabrielle Touchette:

Lovely photos Kara!!! I can't wait to see more! You did an awesome job at capturing my sister's wedding. I love the natural expressions! It's so Christine!

(08.12.09 @ 09:32 PM)

Becky:

These are so great Kara! Loved the slide show! What an awesome forrest location!

(08.13.09 @ 08:00 AM)

Leala:

Beautiful bride! Beautiful couple! I so enjoyed the slideshow. I don't know this couple at all but after watching the slideshow it feels like you really captured their personalities and their love for each other.

(08.14.09 @ 10:49 PM)

Tammy:

Your pictures are truly AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

(09.13.09 @ 05:35 PM)

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